MNHS Online

First on the Mat

Natalie Hill, Staff Writer | May 8, 2023

The wrestlers are warmed up, hydrated, and ready to go. The bout is about to begin. Into the ring step… two girls? From February 16-18, athletes from all over Nebraska gathered in the CHI Health Center to prove their skills in the state wrestling tournament. This year, for the first time ever, MN sent not one, but two female wrestlers: senior Hailey Siebrass and freshman Makenzie Martin, the team’s...

These Boys be Ballin’

Callie Menke, Staff Writer | May 8, 2023

An ambitious group of high schoolers take the “W” as they make their own intramural teams.  Earlier this year, the soccer team, SWFC and basketball team, CBC sparked widespread enthusiasm with their intramural high school sports teams. Compared to traditional high school athletics, which tend to be high pressure and highly competitive, these high schoolers have created a space that allows for...

A Man in Uniform

Cecelia Vlieger, Staff Writer | February 14, 2023

Splashing, with each stroke down the lane. Pushing each muscle to its limit for victory. For senior Kalvin Hahn, swimming is not only his passion but is also streamlining him to success. After graduating in May, Hahn will attend West Point Military Academy where he will swim for the school.  “Swimming has gotten me to places I could never go without it. Because of swimming, I have gotten to meet...

Teagan Lynch, Opinion Editor | February 14, 2023

From masterfully edited action pics to carefully designed graphics detailing when, where, and who an athlete's team will be playing, athletes use social media in all sorts of ways.  While these posts may become lost in most of our own feeds as we scroll, they can be pivotal for an athlete when it comes to getting recruited. Social media platforms provide a more convenient outlet for athletes...

Anuj Singh, Online Editor | February 14, 2023

Sports stars are among the most recognizable figures in our lives. From Serena Williams to Lionel Messi, athletic all-stars are celebrated as brave and resilient, receiving great honors. But often, those on the sidelines are overlooked. Recently, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsed on-field. Thankfully, he recovered, largely due to the prompt actions of his sideline saviors: sports trainers. Just...

Balancing on Thin Ice

Elias Pipinos, Front Page Editor | January 6, 2023

A black puck of rubber flies across the rink, with players on skates not far behind. This sport, known for its high-speed action and its fight-prone players, takes place not only on the ice but in conference rooms and in MN’s study halls as well. Despite its reputation, hockey is a sport that requires a lot of time management skills and that needs to be well planned out. Team captain Jacob Hyder,...

Mia Castro, Staff Writer | January 5, 2023

When you think of girls' high school sports, what comes to mind? You probably don’t think of calloused hands, heavy lifting, and grimy metal bars. My entire childhood was composed of different sports: from swim to dance to cheer to basketball to cross country to track to soccer. I’ve scouted sports high and low. But I was never aware of the inequality my gender suffered in the athletic world. ...

The Greatest Show on Turf

Grace Evert, Staff Writer | December 7, 2022

When someone mentions the world's biggest soccer tournament, there is only one name that comes to mind, the Fifa World Cup. It is easy to picture the bright white lines painted on a green field so large it makes players look like action figures. However, the only thing bigger than the World Cup field itself is the fanbase. With over 4 billion viewers, the World Cup makes soccer the most-watched...

Sadie Hugelman, Sports Editor | November 7, 2022

Remember that sport you used to play when you were younger? Like most kids, your parents probably forced you to try every sport offered at the YMCA until you found one you liked. Perhaps you played this sport for a while before becoming too busy, getting burnt out, or just never liking sports to begin with before quitting. These are all reasons why intramural sports should be offered at Millard North.  Personally,...

Sailing into State

Mia Castro, Staff Writer | November 7, 2022

Breathe in. Breathe out. Block out all the eyes on you. Focus. Set up your play. Examine the hole, grip the club in your hand, and then glance back at the ball. Fix your stance. Hit the ball. Boom.  This is what girls golf did every match in the season. The girls had grown used to the routine and stakes were high once again this year in the ultimate battle of the NSAA State Girls Golf Championship...