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2-1 victory propels Kits into sectional finals

2-1 victory propels Kits into sectional finals

Peter Barbato and Chris Werner October 26, 2018

With a bid to the sectional championship on the line at Lazier Field on Wednesday night, Wildkit attacker Will Weinman was fouled in the box with less than eight minutes left in the game and junior Quinn...

Connor, Hedges go 2-2 at state

Michael Barthelemy and Chris Werner October 22, 2018

Evanston’s doubles team of seniors Margot Connor and Annie Hedges reached the second day of competition at the state tournament after going 2-1 on Thursday, but were knocked out after losing their first...

Senior Michael Axelrood elevates for a catch versus Niles North.

Kits defeat Niles North 52-15 to cap off regular season

Eli Cohen and Hailey Fine October 22, 2018

ETHS improved to 7-2 after defeating Niles North in dominant fashion, 52-15, on Friday night. It marks the first time in two decades that Evanston football has won seven games in a season, and the first...

Seniors Margot Conner and Annie Hedges congratulate one another after a winning point during a regular season match versus New Trier.

ETHS tennis doubles team headed to state competition

Michael Barthelemy, Sports Writer October 15, 2018

On Saturday, Oct. 13, Evanston seniors and doubles pairing Margot Conner and Annie Hedges advanced past the sectional round, qualifying for the state tournament. The tandem have been successful this...

Freshman Grace Johnson defends a St. Ignatius player in the ETHS win Saturday.

Field Hockey wins first sectional game in program history

Eli Cohen and Hailey Fine October 15, 2018

ETHS’ varsity field hockey team came up with their first win of the season on Saturday Oct. 13, as they defeated St. Ignatius 2-1 following two first half goals. Not only was this the first victory of...

Senior captain Tommy Barbato tees off at an early season tournament.

Tommy Barbato ties for 31st at boys golf state tournament

Chloe Haack, Sports Writer October 15, 2018

Senior Tommy Barbato tied for 31st in a field of 112 players at the Boys Golf 4A State Championship tournament in Bloomington, Illinois this past Saturday posting a score of four over par. Barbato is the...

Senior running back Cion Miller-Smith sprints through the Glenbrook South defense.

Kits claim playoff berth with 28-7 road victory

Eli Cohen and Chris Werner October 13, 2018

Evanston’s usually stout defensive front gave up a whopping 262 rushing yards Friday night but a ‘bend don’t break’ theme emerged as the Kits only allowed one score all game, resulting in a 28-7...

Paying NCAA athletes is more trouble than it’s worth

Paying NCAA athletes is more trouble than it’s worth

Ben Baker-Katz, In-Depth Editor & Sports Columnist October 7, 2018

Everybody should be paid for the work they do, right? But when it comes to Division I sports, the answer to that question becomes much more complicated than a simple yes or no. There are many arguments...

Freshman Julia Demopoulos hits her forehand.

Down Goncharova, up a supernova

Peter Barbato and Peter Gallun October 2, 2018

Strength in numbers. The key to Girls Tennis’ success is their depth. “I think this year is honestly the best team we’ve had skill-wise because we have a very deep roster,” senior captain...

Senior captain Tommy Barbato tees off at an early season tournament.

Boys’ golf hopes simple mindset leads to success in the home stretch of season

Michael Barthelemy and Eli Cohen October 2, 2018

Keeping it simple. With a group of golfers new to the varsity level, it has been important for the team to emit confidence. Golf is a mental sport, making a sound mindset key to success. The team’s...

Volleyball focuses on games ahead

Chloe Haack, Staff Writer October 2, 2018

No regrets. New head coach Liz Brieva has brought a refreshed mindset to the Evanston girls’ volleyball program. “No regrets. That’s our motto this year,” Brieva said. “We don’t want to...

Darius Johnson working with varsity team in his new role as "ambassador" after major injury to his femur.

No Pain, No Gain

Jonah Charlton and Chris Werner October 2, 2018

One year ago today, ETHS faced New Trier in a rare Thursday night game at Lazier Field. In a close contest that would come down to the final minutes, linebacker Kameron Kull was chasing down the New Trier...

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