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

The Evanstonian

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

The Evanstonian

Ryan Wambo

Ryan Wambo, Managing Editor

Hi all! My name is Ryan Wambo (he/him). I am a senior at Evanston Township High School. I am also the managing editor and host of In Between The Lines. This is my second year on staff. Before my position change, I was a staff writer for the sports section. I love coming to the journalism room daily and bonding with editors and writers, not only as a publication team but as a family. There is nothing like informing the Evanston community in a fun and positive way! Outside of the paper, I play for ETHS’s varsity football and lacrosse teams. My other responsibilities include working in the front of the house at my local bakery store. In my free time, I enjoy walks, hanging out with friends & family, and watching movies.

By Ryan Wambo
Art by Drew Watson.

Editorial | Let’s make finals week more effective

It’s in the air. The return of final exams, or rather, “final experiences,” after their COVID hiatus has brought a noticeable sense of stress to the hallways. But it’s good. Well, sort of. To...

Evanston vs. Everybody

Evanston vs. Everybody

Ryan Wambo, Managing Editor December 5, 2024

“When the ball tips off, it’s us against them. Evanston versus the world, nobody else matters but  us in that moment," those are the words of new addition and senior point guard Kaidan Chatham.  And...

Hawks Defense shines to defeat the Girls Basketball in conference opener

Hawks Defense shines to defeat the Girls Basketball in conference opener

Liam Hinkle and Ryan Wambo December 4, 2024

The Kits were given a harsh introduction to the CSL on Tuesday night with a 68-35 blowout loss to Maine South. The Kits lagged behind the Hawks throughout the Night. Evanston’s short amount of effort...

Girls Volleyball concludes memorable season

Girls Volleyball concludes memorable season

Ryan Wambo, Managing Editor November 4, 2024

See, in sports, unsuccessful teams stay put; they stay constant, closed-minded, and passionless. Ultimately, making the ceiling for success low. So what’s the difference between a successful team and...

More than just a swing

More than just a swing

Ryan Wambo, Managing Editor November 1, 2024

“Life rarely gives you exactly what you want but does have a way of giving you exactly what you need. Giving your all, never despairing, staying in the present, loving...

The Road to State

The Road to State

Ryan Wambo, Managing Editor November 1, 2024

When it comes to high school sports, all teams envision being on the biggest stage in Illinois. Competing until the referee blows the whistle. Hustling in between the lines. Chipping away to get closer...

Editorial | When feeder districts are strong, communities flourish

The budgetary woes of District 65 are familiar to many, having made the local news for many years. Now, with the threat of a Bessie Rhodes closure for 7th and 8th grades and the possibility of a district...

Editorial | 100

In 1924, the Church and Dodge campus of ETHS first opened its doors. 100 years later, students still walk into the same building every day, seeking the same thorough education that is promised to all Evanston...

Competin’ with Ethan – Basketball (Part 2)

Ethan and The Evanstonian take on the Boys Varsity Basketball team.

Volleyball come up empty-handed in three sets, as the Hawks takeover Beardsley

Volleyball come up empty-handed in three sets, as the Hawks takeover Beardsley

Ryan Wambo, Managing Editor October 1, 2024

As both teams walked in for warm-ups, music blasted and fans cheered in anticipation of a great match. They were not disappointed.  With Evanston and Maine South coming off wins, the hot hand was distributed...

Kits let first conference match run away vs Deerfield

Kits let first conference match run away vs Deerfield

Ryan Wambo, Managing Editor September 19, 2024

Coming off a two-set win against Highland Park, the Kits looked to keep the ball rolling and defend home court as the Deerfield Warriors traveled to Evanston for the Kits' first conference game on Monday...

Competin’ with Ethan – Basketball (Part 1)

Ethan and The Evanstonian take on the Boys Varsity Basketball team.

Editorial | Embracing fall policy changes

Editorial | Embracing fall policy changes

Fall is always a time for change. There’s the usual factors—colder weather, orange-y trees, apple cider popping up more prominently in grocery stores—but also other changes, like the start of a school...

The Wildkit girls' volleyball team lost to Saint Viator in a tough three-set match.

A persistent girls’ volleyball falls short to Saint Viator in down-to-the-wire match

Ryan Wambo, Executive Editor September 11, 2024

With a roaring crowd in support of the girls' volleyball team, the Kits were seeking to collect their 5th win Monday night at Evanston Township High School. Although coming off a two-set win to Muslim...

New Flag Football head coach and fresh program tackle topics and issues

Ryan Wambo, Staff Writer April 30, 2024

New girls flag football head coach Carlton Rosemond was presented this offseason. With an extensive background in coaching and the class of ‘98 Evanston Township High School alum, Coach Rosemond is no...

Eatin’ With Ethan Episode 4 – Kingston Grill

Ethan Ravi and Ryan Wambo February 29, 2024

Love the life you live. Live the life you love.

Behind the mask(ot): a conversation with Willie the Wildkit

Behind the mask(ot): a conversation with Willie the Wildkit

Ryan Wambo, Staff Writer February 22, 2024

It’s hard to miss Evanston’s mascot when he’s standing on the sidelines with his bright orange fur and signature blue jersey. Willie the Wildkit is a beloved Evanston tradition. Part of the myth...

‘Heartbreaking’ regional final loss to GBN ends girls basketball season, high school careers for Kit senior stars

Ryan Wambo, Staff Writer February 17, 2024

Senior Ball-State-commit Zuri Ransom stepped on the court Thursday night like the stakes had never been higher—and that’s because they hadn’t. With a win-or-go-home mentality in the IHSA regional...

Evanston won its final regular season contest over Maine West thanks to young talent.

[Photo] Young talent fuels boys basketball to win over Maine West

Ryan Wambo and Alec Lloyd February 15, 2024

Evanston won its final regular season contest over Maine West thanks to young talent.

Girls basketball looks playoff-ready, closes out regular season with blowout win

Eva Sondgeroth and Ryan Wambo February 7, 2024

On Feb. 2, 2021, then-freshman Zuri Ransom and Kailey Starks made their varsity debut. Just four years later, on Feb. 6, Starks and Ransom—now seniors—finished out their last regular home game with...

Watson’s last-second steal seals win over St. Patrick

Owen Chiss, Fiona Vosper and Ryan Wambo January 28, 2024

Whether it was from exhaustion due to playing a full 32 minutes or late-game nerves, junior Theo Rocca’s two missed free throws with eight seconds left against St. Patrick was a shock to every fan at...

Seniors account for all but two points in Senior Night loss to Maine South

Fiona Vosper and Ryan Wambo January 27, 2024

The energy was high in Beardsley Gymnasium as signs were held in support of seniors Zuri Ransom, Kailey Starks and Arianna Milam-Pryor.  “There was a lot of momentum [because of senior night], so...

Despite Evanston taking down the Spartans in December, GBN proved too much against a depleted Kit squad.

Without Ransom, Kits extend losing streak in defeat to GBN

Ryan Wambo, Staff Writer January 21, 2024

With senior guard Zuri Ransom out due to a lingering ankle injury, Evanston couldn’t put its losing streak to an end on Friday night in Beardsley Gym against Glenbrook North. The Spartans’ electric...

Girls basketball has leapt out to three-straight wins to kick off the CSL slate.

Girls basketball stays undefeated despite uneven effort against Spartans

Eva Sondgeroth and Ryan Wambo December 8, 2023

When the first points of the game were scored by senior guard Kailey Starks, the entire crowd at Glenbrook North knew it was the Kits to lose.  Senior Zuri Ransom and Starks carried the workload on...

Boys basketball bullies Bulls on way to big win

Boys basketball bullies Bulls on way to big win

Eva Sondgeroth and Ryan Wambo December 6, 2023

After a 64-55 victory over La Lumiere on Saturday, Dec. 2, the Kits sought to keep their four-game win streak alive on Tuesday night in Beardsley Gym against Chicago Bulls Prep—and they did just that. Junior...

Defense leads the way in boys basketball win over Deerfield

Defense leads the way in boys basketball win over Deerfield

Ryan Wambo, Staff Writer December 2, 2023

After facing off on Friday night for the first time in six years, Evanston welcomed Deerfield to the CSL South by showing the Warriors what a defensive clinic looks like. The Kits’ man-to-man defense...

Girls basketball tipped off the 2023-24 season with a victory over Buffalo Grove.

Girls basketball dominates Buffalo Grove in season opener

Eva Sondgeroth and Ryan Wambo November 16, 2023

Nearly a year after girls basketball defeated Buffalo Grove, 65-53, the Kits proved that they were the stronger team once again in their season opener on Tuesday night. On the backs of stellar performances...

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