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The news site of Evanston Township High School's student newspaper

The Evanstonian

Sports

Battle for the North Shore: Evanston vs New Trier

Nate Schmeckpeper and Liam Race February 14, 2025

The most anticipated game of the season: New Trier. The rivalry dates back to the very beginning of ETHS, and every year, players, students, and fans eagerly await the two times the teams face off. Games...

Keeping it Klear: Retire 13

Keeping it Klear: Retire 13

Will Klearman, Sports Editor February 14, 2025

His career at Northwestern may be over, but Brooks Barnhizer’s legacy will linger in Welsh Ryan Arena for decades to come. It’s really hard to put it all into words, but maybe that’s the beautiful...

The Leanne Baker era is here for Boys Varsity Tennis

Charlie Edwards, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

It’s a new era for Evanston Boys Tennis. Leanne Baker has been named the next head coach of the varsity program and is preparing to take the team to the next level. Baker certainly has the experience...

ETHS intercepts history with first Black head coach

ETHS intercepts history with first Black head coach

Ryan Wambo, Managing Editor February 14, 2025

In a world full of discrimination and limitations, standards and norms, stereotypes and biases, Black culture has always found a way to shine—to break the unbreakable, do the unthinkable, and develop...

The journey of Black athletes in predominantly white sports

Liam Hinkle, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

Throughout history, many Black athletes have dared to break barriers and compete in sports where almost nobody looks like them. By making this decision, they put the spotlight on themselves and take on...

Julie Caldwell’s refereeing journey

Casey McDermott, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

Officiating often takes a backseat in sports, rarely receiving the recognition it truly deserves. However, for Julie Caldwell, it became a lifelong passion. Her journey as a referee for ETHS basketball,...

Fiona’s Focus: How can we gain more coverage in women’s sports?

Fiona’s Focus: How can we gain more coverage in women’s sports?

Fiona Vosper, Sports Editor February 14, 2025

Tik Tok being banned was a scary time for everyone. The fear of transitioning to Instagram Reels was a terrifying thought. Over the past couple of years Tik Tok has taken over our lives. It’s been a...

Angel Morales, Declan Madden, Iris Phillips, William Godbolt, and Tomas Lovrinovic compete.

The New Generation of Athletics: A Look at E-Sports

Jonah Wright, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

Whether you are a streamer with millions of followers or getting on the game with your friends, video games are a crucial part of many people’s lives. You can spend hours on end playing the games you...

The Balancing Act: High School Dual Sport Athletes

Merrill Short, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

Playing multiple sports at the high school varsity level is no easy feat. Multi-sport student-athletes take on the unique challenges of balancing practices, games, schoolwork, and many mental demands....

Too Hot to Handle: Evanston Winter Athletics Heat Up

Too Hot to Handle: Evanston Winter Athletics Heat Up

Ryan Wambo, Managing Editor February 11, 2025

The Kits are melting the winter ice. It’s a great day to be a Wildkit, as Evanston’s sports teams continue performing at a high level and climbing the ranks.    Boys Basketball This...

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