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On Tuesday, Sept. 19, La Salle varsity volleyball fell to rival Wilsonville, with a final score of 2-3.

Photo Story: La Salle Varsity Volleyball Plays Wilsonville in the Brick Oven

Josephine Robinson, Editor in Chief September 20, 2023

Bump. Set. Spike. The ball sailed back and forth across the net. The crowd cheered loud as they shook the bleachers in the Brick Oven. La Salle varsity volleyball was playing Wilsonville High School.  Wilsonville...

The team circled up around the corner flag before the game, led by senior Jasper Gilley.

Photo Story: Boys Soccer Soars Over Second-Ranked Ashland 6-1

Brooks Coleman, Assistant Editor September 20, 2023

La Salle’s boys soccer team faced off against second-ranked Ashland on Saturday, Sept. 16, prevailing 6-1. Freshman Vala Saghafi and junior Vance Sheffield led the way for the Falcons scoring-wise,...

Freshman Hope Tanzambi battles for the ball.

The Lady Falcons Triumph Over the Westview Wildcats

Clara Hudson, Assistant Editor September 13, 2023

  On Friday, Sept. 8, the varsity girls soccer team faced the 6A Westview Wildcats at home, which resulted in a 3-0 victory for the Falcons. The team's opening goal was scored in the first...

Through soccer, Esme Ryznar has formed relationships with many people including sophomore Madeline Schneider, who she is still friends with today.

Athlete of the Week: Esme Ryznar

Clara Hudson, Assistant Editor September 13, 2023

Sophomore Esme Ryznar has been playing soccer since she was four, following in the footsteps of her older brother Dylan, and has since found her love for the game.  After being on JV her freshman year,...

Hayward Field at sunset.

Photo Story: Track Team Takes on Hayward

Jasmine McIntosh, Assistant Editor of Media June 2, 2023

The La Salle track and field team traveled to Eugene for the state championship that spanned two days, starting on Friday, May 26, and ending on Saturday evening. Junior Natalia Gonzalez competed...

Senior Luke Warner used the word “exploration” to summarize his time at La Salle. At La Salle, Warner has been “finding more about myself and more about life — exploring different aspects of life,” he said.

Next Level Seniors: After Four Years in the La Salle Soccer “Brotherhood,” Luke Warner Commits to Southern Oregon University

Brooks Coleman, Staff Reporter May 31, 2023

As far back as the age of three, senior Luke Warner has always had a soccer ball at his feet, whether it was in a match, a practice, or a pickup game with his dad. “I have a lot of love for [soccer],”...

The La Salle Falcons competed in 18 different sports within three seasons.

Approaching the Finish Line: A Look Back at the 2022–2023 Sports Seasons

Maddy Lafollette, Staff Reporter May 31, 2023

La Salle offers anything from soccer to equestrian, from volleyball to skiing and snowboarding. Over the course of the fall, winter, and spring seasons our Falcons have been competing to the best of their...

Freshman Sydney Trapp has played softball since she was four years old and looks forward to the rest of her high school career playing for the Falcons.

Athlete of the Week: Sydney Trapp

Caitlin Keeler, Staff Reporter May 31, 2023

Freshman Sydney Trapp made the winning catch against the No. 8, Corvallis Spartans, which led the No. 9 ranked La Salle Falcons to the next round of playoffs. Being a freshman on a team that is predominantly...

In her final game, the points were not always easy. “Sometimes there were really long points and really long games where I just had to stay in it and get the ball back,” she said.

For the Second Year in a Row, Kennedy Harris Brings Home First Place

Clara Hudson, Staff Reporter May 31, 2023

In a match that lasted multiple hours and two sets, sophomore Kennedy Harris came out on top, winning the singles state championship for the second year in a row.  On Saturday, May 20, Harris faced...

Sophomore Kennedy Harris and coach Matthew Lane shared a quick fist bump.

Serving at State: La Salle Tennis Competes for 5A Glory

Brooks Coleman, Staff Reporter May 24, 2023

La Salle’s boys and girls tennis programs headed to the OSAA 5A state championships over the weekend, with both teams sending both singles and doubles players to compete in their respective tournaments. The...

Although Matic has played five sports during her athletic career, soccer and track are the two that have stuck with her.

Athlete of the Week: Gabby Matic

Brooks Coleman and Stefan Spielvogel May 24, 2023

For junior Gabby Matic, her current varsity sports — track and soccer — weren’t always her main focus. Before track and soccer, Matic participated in volleyball, swim, and gymnastics at different...

 Obuchowski hopes to have a productive summer, aiming to break both school and personal records before heading off to college.

Next Level Seniors: Madeline Obuchowski Vaults Into Collegiate Sports at Colorado School of Mines

Seychelle Marks-Bienen, Staff Reporter May 24, 2023

Unlike some collegiate athletes, senior Madeline Obuchowski didn’t always dream of pursuing her sport in college. Being a dedicated gymnast throughout her younger years, she was always a natural athlete,...

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