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Evelyn Haarmann (11) stands with her team as they celebrate her 500 kills. “My coaches have pushed me to become a better player so I can achieve it,” Haarmann said, "and my teammates are always supporting me and they have my back.” Haarmann said the most challenging part of volleyball was the mental toughness, making mistakes and trying to not be down on herself.

Dominating the Net

Ava Ross, Reporter October 28, 2025

In volleyball, a kill happens when a player’s attack lands for a point, a powerful spike or a well-placed shot the other team can’t return. For Evelyn Haarmann (11), those moments have added up...

Max Bradley (12) throws the football in an attempt to score a touchdown. "To me, when it comes to football, perfection in my position alone looks like no incomplete passes, no mistakes, no picks," Bradley said. "It feels like I had a good smart game." In this game against Hazelwood West, OHS won 47-0.

More Than a Game

Haley Hughes, Editor-in-Chief September 30, 2025

Friday night lights, roaring crowds and the weight of expectations — high school athletes know what it feels like to play under pressure. Whether it’s football, basketball, volleyball or any sport...

Maggie Abel (left) putts the ball during a golf match and Phoebe Reel (right) hits the ball during a field hockey game. "[I regret taking a break from golf] because it is just an awesome game," Abel said. "It’s just so easy, fun and carefree..." Abel decided to stop playing golf because she wasn't in the right head space.

New Starts

Delaney Earney, Reporter September 29, 2025

When going into high school, people will normally try out new sports their freshman year. Some will decide that they don’t like the sport that they tried out for and won’t try out the next year.  But...

Players get set at the first of four home games on Sept. 12. "I prefer home games for sure... I just got more time to prepare myself, and with the home crowd, just a lot more fun," Jonathan Ysaguirre (12) said. The next home game is Sept. 26 at 7 p.m. against Seckman.

Taking Care of Business

Kaitlyn Bridges, Reporter September 23, 2025

The buzz around the school at the beginning of the football season was all about how little football games we have this year, as this season, the football team has four home games compared to five in the...

Abby Hasty (11) releases the bowling ball onto the lane during her event. “The tournament atmosphere was very serious and you could tell everyone there was ready to compete and had been practicing. The competition was tight,” Hasty said. Hasty prepared herself for state by practicing with her doubles partner and the team multiple times a week on the lanes they were going to compete on.

Pins, Pressure, Precision

Madi Paluczak, Reporter April 14, 2025

On April 5 and 6, the Oakville bowling team attended the Missouri State USBC tournament at Crestwood Bowl. Oakville competed in the team's division in the D2, D3 and D4 divisions. Oakville White placed...

Savannah Bentrup (9) dribbles the ball against Affton. "[Being a freshman on varsity intimidated me] because I don't want to mess up and let the team down," Bentrup said. Bentrup had been playing basketball since second grade.

On the Rise

Delaney Earney, Reporter April 14, 2025

After each high school varsity sport is over for the season, coaches come together from conferences and districts to vote on players who get All-Conference and All-District awards. Typically, juniors or...

Springing Into the Season

Alex Vaughn, Reporter March 12, 2025

For many students, spring break can be considered a crucial time for their own growth, whether that be physically, mentally or overall a break that was deeply needed. Student athletes may have a different...

The four state qualifiers stand in front of Mizzou Tigers letters in Mizzou Arena on March 1. "I love competing, it’s my favorite thing to do," Kaden Updike (10) said. While they participated in the tournament, none of the wrestlers placed in the state tournament.

The Big Stage

Mady Donze, Online Editor March 2, 2025

For the 2025 wrestling season, four Oakville Tigers qualified for the state tournament in Columbia that kicked off Feb. 26: Olivia Romano (10), Kaden Updike (10), Gokkhan Yurdanidze (11) and Talia Reed...

The Oakville Golden Girls pose for a group photo at one of their competitions. “I've made a lot of new friends and it's made it more exciting," Ella Rick (9) said. She added that the competition team wa a close group that was fun to be with.

From Oakville to Orlando

Alex Vaughn, Reporter February 12, 2025

Many clubs and organizations within the walls of OHS partake in a number of different competitions and events that require numerous amounts of time and effort. The Oakville Golden Girls is one of these...

LIzzie Westcoat (12), Olivia Johnson (12) and Alanya Dickerson (12) pose for a picture together. "So if I hadn’t join that team, I wouldn’t have met the people I surround myself around all the time," Dickerson said. She also added that she planned on continuing her basketball career in college.

Where Have all the Seniors Gone?

Talia Reed, Reporter February 9, 2025

What was once the backbone of Oakville basketball is now declining, as seniors are becoming a rare sight with only three seniors for the current basketball season. While injuries and time committment...

Olivia Hennessy (12) practices with her team after school. “We keep each other up and give each other critiques when need be," Hennessy said. She said that the team needs a lot of energy for their upcoming competition.

Back At It!

Dominic McEntee, Reporter January 28, 2025

After making a splash at the Lindbergh showcase, the Oakville High School cheer team sets their eyes on competing at the state level. “Oakville used to be a competitive cheering school before our...

Mungle practices a stunt with the cheerleading team while the bases work together to keep the flyers in the air. “I’m excited because I’ve never done it (competed) before,” Mungle said. Even with the stress of staying flexible and working harder, Mungle looks forward to competing for the new experience.

Back to the Battle

Madi Paluczak, Reporter December 17, 2024

After a decade-long hiatus, the Oakville varsity cheer team is gearing up for their first competition season in about 10 years. With new leadership and fresh routines, the team will make their comeback...

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