Since the NFL free agency period began on March 9, many teams have made a splash and given fans what they want, while others have seemingly sat on their hands despite glaring needs. And now that these most important and eventful days of the Offseason have raced by, it seems like an appropriate time to grade the biggest moves made and explain how they affect … Continue reading Grading the Biggest Moves of the NFL Offseason (so far)

Sprinting into the school year’s spring sports, Senior sprinter Donavin Eason is the first spring athlete to be nominated for East’s Athlete of the Week by coach Jim Milner, per his embodiment of E.A.S.T. ‘s core values of excellence, academics, spirit, and tradition.  Eason began running track his freshman year and is now a three-year varsity runner. Running can be a difficult sport to stay … Continue reading Boy’s Track and Field Athlete of the Week: Donavin Eason

Tanking in the NBA has always been controversial for many reasons. But it seems to be becoming a real problem not only for fans, but also for the quality and competitive spirit of the game. One big reason this is happening is due to the loose rules regarding tanking. Teams can take out their best players at important moments under the guise of preventing injury … Continue reading Is Tanking the Next Big Issue of the NBA?

Senior Marc Sanchez-Giron has been nominated for East’s Athlete of the Week by coach Ryan Velasquez for his strong feature of discipline and display E.A.S.T. ‘s core values of excellence, academics, spirit, and tradition. Sanchez-Giron began playing basketball in the eighth grade and has flourished as a player during his time at East. He credits basketball for giving him life lessons and his parents for … Continue reading Boy’s Basketball Athlete of the Week: Marc Sanchez-Giron

The NBA has had numerous trades, which then end on Feb. 5, with everything having to be finalized and the cutoff for any teams negotiating with one another for new players. For NBA  fans, this is their favorite time of the season because many unexpected things can happen, and big-name star players sometimes get traded. Chicago is currently leading the league this year with the … Continue reading Where the NBA Stands After the Trade Deadline

As the biggest sporting event in America nears, anticipation and hype only grow. Fans around the world wait anxiously for the 2015 Super Bowl rematch between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks. With the game being played at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara, Home of the 49ers, temperatures in the 60s can be expected-perfect football weather. However, that weather could prove a problem … Continue reading Clash in Santa Clara: Everything you need to know about the Super Bowl

The AFC and NFC have had their battles over the season, but the NFC has a slight advantage this year, winning 41 games to the AFC’s 39 in their conference battles. However, some fans may say the AFC has a more difficult and competitive division for teams due to records being so close.  East football coach Tyson Leblanc, a Broncos fan, has high hopes for … Continue reading Is The NFC ‘Weak’ In Comparison To The AFC?

The Chicago Bears have unveiled a new identity. There is now a new sense of pride throughout not only the city of Chicago, but also throughout East. The feeling of success has revived the fandom of many students at East. As the seventh seed in the NFC, the Bears are the best they have been in seven years. In years past, Bears fans have been … Continue reading Monsters of the Midway are Dominating the NFL Season

“I think the number one lesson basketball has taught me is to never give up, in a game, there is always the next play so you cannot be stuck on one thing that happened,” Merritt said. Senior Captain Desiree Merritt has been chosen as East’s Athlete of the Week for her ability to face challenges on and off the court and her constant demonstration of … Continue reading Athlete of the Week: Desiree Merritt

Senior Derek Zahorak has been named East’s Athlete of the Week for Boys Bowling because of his extreme commitment to his athletic achievements and for displaying E.A.S.T. ‘s core values of excellence, academics, spirit, and tradition. Zahorak has only been bowling for a little over three years, but has made huge strides for East’s bowling program. In his time on the team he has consistently … Continue reading Athlete of the Week Derek Zahorak is Rolling to Victory his Senior Year

East Boys basketball is hosting tryouts on Monday, Nov. 10 and Tuesday Nov. 11. Tryouts will take place in both the main gym and the K gym at Oswego East from 3-5:30 P.M. Tryouts are open to students of all experience levels. The team is looking for athletes who are ready to work and be team players. Patrick Molanari, a varsity basketball coach, is more … Continue reading Boys Basketball to hold Tryouts

East’s first round of playoffs lands on Halloween this year. There’s a lot of talk about whether people will be attending on a holiday. The more people in the stands supporting the Wolves will help make this game feel more special for the team. Although some people would rather watch football instead of celebrating the holiday, many want to participate in spooky activities. To ensure … Continue reading Friday Night Frights: Wolves to enter the IHSA Playoffs on Halloween

Junior Jack Wolstenholm has been nominated for East’s Athlete of the Week due to his passion for consistently displaying E.A.S.T. ‘s core values of excellence, academics, spirit, and tradition. Wolstenholm began running in middle school and for the past six years, hasn’t stopped. Jack credits running as his passion and sport, but also offering something that consistently teaches him life lessons.   “I love running. I … Continue reading Athlete of the Week Jack Wolstenholm; In the running for a three-peat

The rivalry between the Wolves and Panthers is always an exciting showdown, and this year’s crosstown game on Oct. 17, 7:00 p.m., appears no different. Oswego East Football (Wolves) enters the season with a 6-1 record, and Oswego Football (Panthers) comes in with a 5-2 record. The Panthers have come out on top in the last two matchups against the Wolves. East senior and starting … Continue reading Crosstown Clash Between Panthers and Wolves

Senior Anthony Thornley has been chosen as this week’s Athlete of the Week because of his strong exemplification of E.A.S.T.’s core values of excellence, academics, spirit, and tradition. Entering his senior season as an offensive line player on East’s football team, Thornley has been recognized by his coach for his sportsmanship and leadership on and off the field.  Head coach Tyson Leblanc sees Thornley as … Continue reading Athlete of the Week: Anthony Thornley

“[Rapp] has improved offensively, continues to put the baseball in play, and that’s his mindset, and when he does that, he gets hits and helps our team win,” Schaeffer said. Photo courtesy of Allie Heren.  Senior Carter Rapp has been named Athlete of the Week for his leadership on and off the baseball field, embodying East’s core values of excellence, academics, spirit and tradition.  Rapp … Continue reading Carter Rapp is Hitting Off Baseball Athlete of the Week.

After an amazing start in conference play, tennis player Pranav Kannan served his way as East’s Athlete of the Week. Coach Jacob Ochoa recognized Kannan for his incredible performance and for constantly embodying the E.A.S.T. values: Excellence, Academics, Spirit, and Tradition. Kannan has been playing tennis for 8 years and is aiming to continue at the collegiate level. This season, he has achieved an undefeated … Continue reading East Student-Athlete of the Week: Pranav Kannan

La-crossing into this week’s athlete of the week, East is focusing on Junior Aiden Fell. His coach, Patrick Fish, feels Fell exemplifies the E.A.S.T. values: Excellence, Academics, Spirit, and Tradition.  Fell played lacrosse from third grade up to freshman year. Hearing about the SD308 district getting a lacrosse team, he was eager to pick up his stick and play yet again.  Aiden’s mom, Elizabeth Fell, … Continue reading This Week, Boys Lacrosse is Shooting Their Shot at Athlete of the Week 

In the first year of East’s Lacrosse program, Devin Hatch is making a strong impression as this week’s Athlete of the Week. Coach Loriel Miller recognized Hatch for her dedication to the team and consistently representing the E.A.S.T. values: Excellence, Academics, Spirit, and Tradition. Devin Hatch, a senior, has never played lacrosse before and was very eager to join the team when she heard East … Continue reading East Student-Athlete of the Week: Devin Hatch

Approaching this week’s athlete of the week, East is focusing on senior Xander Horst. Horst’s coach, Dru Filkins, feels he exemplifies the E.A.S.T values: Excellence, Academics, Spirit, and Tradition.  Horst began his volleyball career his freshman year at East and with his commitment and determination he has reached high achievements and opportunities.  This season Horst has made a mark as he took on a new … Continue reading Setting Up an Amazing Boys Volleyball Season

This week we are passing the spotlight to a standout Athlete of the Week; Natalie Hamilton, a varsity soccer player. Hamilton was recognized by her coach, Juan Leal for consistently embodying the E.A.S.T values: Excellence, Academics, Spirit, and Tradition. Natalie Hamilton is a dedicated and driven soccer player who has competed all four years at East. As a team captain, she leads with determination, always … Continue reading East Student-Athlete of the Week: Natalie Hamilton