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The Echo

The student news site of St. Louis Park High School

The Echo

The student news site of St. Louis Park High School

The Echo

More than just sports

More than just sports

Jaiden Leary February 26, 2025

When people look into high schools on where to send their children, rarely do people consider a school’s art programs, unless their child is already specifically interested. Most people focus on a school’s...

Senior and captain Micah Curtis prepares for a free throw Feb. 21. Boys basketball lost to Chanhassen 89-86.

Face of the team

Ryan Moran February 25, 2025

Every season before the first pitch, first snap or jump ball, a group of players is chosen to lead a team. During the season, they are set up with different tasks to help lead the team and players. Different...

No recognition for Park’s sports

No recognition for Park’s sports

Gavin Tombers February 24, 2025

Park pays no attention and seems uninterested in promoting their sports teams. Various sports teams succeed in what they're doing, but Park lacks the basic promotional needs all the sports teams need....

Clubs you might have never heard about

Clubs you might have never heard about

Gavin Tombers February 21, 2025

Park has a variety of sports and clubs that are perfect for people looking for an extra activity after school with friends or to expand their skill sets. Park holds many opportunities to join these activities,...

Senior Da'shon Amos gets ready to shoot his free throw Dec. 14. Amos is one of Park's new athletic transfers.

Switching for success

Jamar Hester Jr February 11, 2025

Transferring as a high school athlete can be stressful, time-consuming and confusing. Athletes may transfer for more playing time, to find a better-fit team or to advance their athletic careers. Depending...

Senior Marley Curtis slam dunks the basketball against Holy Family Dec. 10. Boys basketball's successful season has attracted a higher student attendance.

The thrill of Park sports

Morgan Grefe January 2, 2025

Sports at Park are more than just competition—they're the heart of school spirit and excitement. Certain events stand out more to some than others, whether it's the energy from the fans or the memorable...

Hockey referee prepares for a face off Oct. 26. A referee shortage has impacted Park for the past couple of years.

Impact of referee shortages

Mohamed Ahmed November 16, 2024

Referees are responsible for significant moments of decision-making and enforcing rules in sporting games. However, high school sports in Minnesota are facing a growing challenge—a shortage of qualified...

Senior Jakob Eenigenburg leaves school for track May 30. Many student-athletes have to miss school for sports.

Spring athletes under pressure

Matthew Plant, Staffer June 6, 2024

With Advanced Placement tests and final exams in full swing, student athletes have to have a good balance between school and sport. One factor that doesn’t help this busy time in school is the extremely...

Senior Nate Benishek plays in an ultimate game for the Orange Crush May 16. This is Benishek's first year playing the sport.

Better late than never

Modesty Manion June 5, 2024

Joining a new sport as a freshman or middle schooler can be intimidating. But is it just as difficult to join a new sport as an upperclassman? Many juniors and seniors at Park take this route, and have...

Senior Parker Knudson looks to make a pass to a teammate May 22. Orange Crush Ultimate was triumphant against Andover, winning 12-11.

Crushing it on senior night

Hanna Wilsey June 3, 2024

After an already successful season thus far, Park boys ultimate secured a close win for senior night. After a tough battle, the team walked away with a 12-11 victory over Andover. They came from behind,...

Senior Lilly Fandel-Thompson defends an opposing player May 18. Park won 12-13 after making a comeback during the second half.

Girls lacrosse locks down a win

Rachel Arkis May 26, 2024

Park girls lacrosse faced up against Visitation High School May 18 in a head-to-head match. After a rough first half, Park managed to pull through in the second half and tie the game during senior night,...

Freshman Nicholas Moran steps into his swing to practice before their upcoming game May 20. Moran is on Junior Varsity.

Joining a high school sport as an underclassman

Ted McCarren May 26, 2024

Growing up, I always wanted to play football. I would play with my friends at recess or in someone’s backyard, having some of the best moments of my childhood. However, my parents didn’t let me play....

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