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The Student News Site of Elkhorn South High School

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The Student News Site of Elkhorn South High School

Storm Alert

Flexible philosophy

Calli Gregory, Senior Design Editor February 22, 2019

There is something extremely important about centering oneself mentally. It is the basis of success for everything else in life. A good way of maintaining a steady mental state is by being involved in...

More than a ripple

Calli Gregory, Senior Design Editor February 22, 2019

Swim, eat, dive, sleep, repeat. This endless cycle tells the timeless tale of what it actually looks like to be a part of aquatic sports during the winter season. For swimmers, the day begins before sunrise....

Just keep swimming

Kate Aksyonov, Senior Content Editor December 21, 2018

This year, the Stormin’ Antlers (Elkhorn South and Elkhorn High’s swim team) are preparing for another season of success, after placing high at State last year.   “The season has gone...

Concussion aftermath

Ashley Wyzinski, reporter December 19, 2018

      Concussions are a major issue, often pushed under the rug. No matter how many plans schools and sports put into place to prevent it, students still suffer a large number of concussions. Many concussions...

Dance Dedication

Ashley Wyzinski, reporter December 19, 2018

   As life and school can be stressful, people need a way to escape from all of it. One way some of the  students at Elkhorn South do that is by dancing. Nebraska dance is where seniors Meg Nielsen,...

Triplets final season

Nathan Blusys, Reporter November 2, 2018

After this tennis season, the boys will face a lot of adversity. Many seniors are leaving, including the Fink brothers, who have accounted for half of the varsity tennis team for the last 4 years. They...

Getting acquainted: Peterson pats her filly on the nose. These two have formed a spunky bond as they work together. (Photo Courtesy of Sharon Dixon)

More than just a horse girl

Ally Schilmoeller, Senior Design Editor November 1, 2018

The sharp patter of hooves on dirt cause the dust to rise in a swirling vortex off of the dirt track. All four legs propel the 1200 pound horse off the ground and towards the finish line. The announcer’s...

In this together: Varsity girls’ cross country huddles up before a run.  The team supports each other on and off the course, as they help motivate each other.

In it for the long run: Cross-country runners share the trials and triumphs of the sport

Kate Aksyonov, Senior Content Editor November 1, 2018

The key to success is the right pair of socks: the answer of any cross country runner. Before meets, Junior Ally Schilmoeller meticulously ensures that she holds her hair back in two braids, she sports...

Husker Fandom

Husker Fandom

Seth Fink, Reporter November 1, 2018

A true Nebraska tradition: going to Husker games every fall Saturday afternoon to tailgate and watch the teams derail other football programs. The tradition lives on, except for the fact that this year’s...

Hard work and humility

Kate Aksyonov, Senior Content Editor October 9, 2018

Moments ago, she was screaming “Praying” by Kesha in the locker room. Now, sophomore Rylee Gray stands with her team in front of a packed blue and gold crowd. In a few months, she’ll step onto this...

Maxed Out: Senior Subhranshu Banerjee deadlifts 495 pounds. On average, Banerjee lifts five times a week.

Raising the bar

Jonathan Fink, Reporter October 9, 2018

Lifting weights may not seem like a sport, but with the growth of CrossFit gyms and popularity of shows like American Ninja Warrior, the sport of simply being in shape has grown in popularity. For seniors...

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