Billy Krupkin – The Evanstonian

Billy Krupkin, Sports Editor

As a senior, this is my second year writing for the Evanstonian. I play baseball and run cross-country, and also participate in a variety of other groups and clubs here at ETHS. While writing for this publication definitely requires time and effort, it is absolutely possible to participate in a variety of clubs and activities as well. The Evanstonian has allowed me to explore many of my interests through an investigative lens, and has also helped me understand the value of quality journalism in the digital age.

By Billy Krupkin

Road less traveled: DIII athletes find opportunities outside the spotlight

Billy Krupkin, Sports Editor • May 24, 2018

While many covet the opportunity to become student-athletes at the Division I level, a more common route for those seeking to play collegiate athletics, Division III, is not often recognized as...

Veteran leadership key in boys lax team’s success

Billy Krupkin, Sports Editor • April 27, 2018

While the boys lacrosse team has had to adjust to an unforeseen coaching change this season, the program has stayed locked in thanks to guidance and leadership from the senior class. “These kids could...

Boys swimming relies on experience for state meet

Billy Krupkin and Billy Krupkin • February 22, 2018

While the boys swimming and diving State Meet is a unique challenge, the Wildkits are expecting to perform like it’s nothing new. “At the state level, our biggest strengths are definitely diving and...

The Inside Scoop on Luke Thorpe

Billy Krupkin, Sports Editor • January 12, 2018

Like many immigrants, sophomore Luke Thorpe had his own idea of the “American Dream” before his move to Evanston last year. While many are met with harsh realities that often come as a letdown, Thorpe...

Boys Basketball squares up tonight against Niles North

Billy Krupkin, Sports Editor • December 15, 2017

While boys basketball enters tonight’s contest against Niles North as the underdog, they aren’t expecting anything less than a battle to the finish. “Niles North has a very talented senior...

Boys hockey ready for Loyola invite

Billy Krupkin, Sports Editor • November 21, 2017

Puckin’ problems. The boys hockey team will be given a major test as they go up against some of the state’s best competition in the Loyola Thanksgiving Invitational this week. “I think...

Recent grads find unique experiences at D1 level

Billy Krupkin, Sports Editor • November 3, 2017

The Division 1 level is the premier tier for college student-athletes, and many of Evanston’s own have found success at this level in recent years. Since 2015, ETHS has sent 38 student-athletes to Division...

Assistant coaches make meaningful contributions behind the scenes

Billy Krupkin, Sports Editor • October 17, 2017

While a team’s success is mostly attributed to the head coach and its players, assistant coaches and their contributions are often overlooked. “Working for Coach Consiglio, he gives me the freedom...

Power moves

Billy Krupkin, Sports Editor • September 22, 2017

Although they have faced some of the best competition in Illinois so far, boys soccer hopes to ride their success across state lines as they travel to Iowa next weekend. “[The Iowa tournament] is...

Next man up

Billy Krupkin, Sports Editor • August 28, 2017

Despite losing key seniors from last year’s squad, the football team does not seem worried about a lack of athleticism and talent on their current roster. “This year’s team is very young,...

Alternatives to college may be a better fit

Grace Fay, Billy Krupkin and Jonathan Neuberger • May 31, 2017

While the traditional post-secondary plan is to go to a four year college right after High School, these 12 seniors choose to take an alternate path by taking a gap year. A gap year serves as a break between...

Senior Studies projects promote change in women’s roles and body image standards

Billy Krupkin, In-Depth Editor • March 17, 2017

While widespread social activism in the female community has been on the rise as of late, two Senior Studies projects are taking a more direct approach to tackling women’s rights issues. Seniors Abbey...

Too woke to sleep

Billy Krupkin, In-Depth Editor • February 24, 2017

Woke up Wildkits. A large percentage of socially aware students have recently reported an increase in restless sleep and insomnia. “I woke myself up with a dream in which I realized that I should...

Spirit Week encourages student participation through highlighting culture

Billy Krupkin, In-Depth Editor • February 6, 2017

While most spirit weeks often lead up to a big game or a school dance, next week’s Black History Month Spirit Week has a different objective. “I think that spirit week gives students the chance...

The best trends of 2016

Billy Krupkin, In-Depth Editor • December 16, 2016

Obama-Biden Memes It’s fitting that the most “woke” president and vice president of the United States have a social media phenomenon that represents them perfectly. The apparent bromance between...

Health Center lacks awareness from student body

Billy Krupkin, In-Depth Editor • November 22, 2016

Doctor’s orders. The Health Center is in its twenty-first year of existence, but many students are still unaware of the services that are provided. “People think that we are the nurses office...

Republican students struggle to be viewed equally

Billy Krupkin, In-Depth Editor • October 28, 2016

While students are often quick to confront Republican ideals, there are often misconceptions surrounding the true viewpoints of many Republicans. “I think in our public discourse about politics now...

Student entrepreneurs profit from more than just money

Billy Krupkin, In-Depth Editor • October 5, 2016

Business as usual. While many students worry about getting a job, they often look past the boss that knows them best: themselves. Entrepreneurial businesses provide students with tools and management...

White students can take action as allies

Billy Krupkin, In-Depth Editor • September 16, 2016

Activism regarding racism has taken Evanston by storm, but in order for the issues to be properly addressed white students must take accountability, and become better oriented with how they affect these...

Evanston Scholars looks to open doors for students

Billy Krupkin, In-Depth Editor • August 22, 2016

Opportunity. This is the first word that comes to mind concerning the goal of the Evanston Scholars program. Evanston Scholars is a non-profit organization started by ETHS English teacher Steve Newman...