Nick Sprecker, News Editor-in-Chief
• September 30, 2024
Rim Rock Farm, sitting amongst the most revered cross-country courses in America per NCAA, is soaked in history and tradition. The Kansas Jayhawks' home course captivates spectators and runners alike with...
With the conclusion of the first quarter and the beginning of November, fall sports have wrapped up for all programs. The Firebirds left their mark on the 2023 season, and now is a great time to highlight...
Chloe Cook, Yearbook Photo Editor
• November 1, 2023
Free State was able to hold Garden City back on a 42-0 lead until the fourth quarter when Garden City scored their first touchdown. The Firebirds were able to come back strong in both defense and offense...
On Oct. 14, the Lee sisters capped off an impressive performance at state, with senior Maya Lee and sophomore Cami Lee finishing fifth and tenth respectively. Through harsh conditions and even battling...
Elizabeth Hare, Assistant Social Media Editor
• October 16, 2023
Following a win for the varsity boys soccer team last year against Lawrence High School, this year's schedule declared that Oct 12, the Firebirds would be facing off against the Chesty Lions in the annual...
Last night, the Lawrence High Lions defeated the Free State Firebirds in overtime, 31-24. Chances were looking in favor for the Firebirds as they held a perfect season record of 6-0 coming into the game.
Every...
The fans in the crowd and the cheerleaders on the sideline joined together to create a better community for the cheer and dance teams. Through the Parent Boot Camp on Sept. 26, parents learned more about...
Free State and University of Kansas [KU] football both won their first four games to start the season undefeated. Coming into the season, expectations were high for Free State. Last year, they posted a...
Coming off a successful season placing fourth at state, the girls tennis team returns to the court striving for success again, but without multiple key players who graduated. The new team will look at...
With a loss to DeSoto to start the season, the Boys Varsity Soccer team aims to show their resilience in the coming games. When faced with their next two matchups, the squad showed that they are prepared...
The cross country team is looking to carry on the legacy of a very successful program. After getting 7th in state last season, the boys did not finish the way they wanted, but they have been working hard...
Lawrence, KS, one of many midwest cities currently trapped inside a heat zone, has broken its own heat index record twice in the span of a week with index temperatures reaching up to 135 F. Small, everyday...
