Freedom Area High School's Student Newspaper

FHS Press

Freedom Area High School's Student Newspaper

FHS Press

Freedom Area High School's Student Newspaper

FHS Press

Wide open: With no pressure on her, sophomore McKenzie Morhbacher shoots a three-pointer on Dec. 14, when Freedom hosted South Side at the high school. The Bulldogs beat the Rams by a score of 55-43.

Girls basketball team kicks off season

Madison Meyer, News Editor December 21, 2023

The Freedom Bulldogs Girls Basketball Team began their season with a scrimmage against Union on Nov. 27, and will continue their regular season play until midway through February. The team is led by the...

Gaining control: Attempting to defend the goal, senior captain Chase Grable takes control of the puck and sends it to the offensive end to give his teammates an opportunity for a shot on goal.

Central Valley hockey team has chance to make playoffs

Skylar Scobbo, Features Editor December 21, 2023

As the hockey team continues to grow together through the season, their record is beginning to show their overall improvements. From last year to this year, it has been apparent that the team has improved...

Practice makes perfect: In the mat room, senior Ryan Kredel and junior Gavyn McCray practice together after school on Dec. 14. The wrestling team meets multiple times a week for practice.

Wrestling season starts off strong

Hannah Shaffer, Editorial Editor December 21, 2023

Wrestling is one of the most physically demanding sports. It requires endurance, strength and most importantly, technique. The season is off to a strong start for the Bulldogs wrestling team. They began...

Cross Country

Cross Country

Skylar Scobbo, Features Editor November 30, 2023

James Couch After running for freedom for 6 years, the time has come to an end. Finishing off his season, James Couch ran in the state championship on Nov. 4, held in Hershey, Pennsylvannia. After a long...

Team celebration: Raising his hand, senior Aiden Pournaras skates past his teammates to high-five them. This game took place against Wilmington on November 9.

Making it count

Skylar Scobbo, Features Editor November 30, 2023

The hockey season is in full swing and the team is showing much improvement from last season. For Freedom, the team has gained one player, however, the team as a whole has gained players from other schools...

Football rankings: On the ESPN Fantasy Sports app, tabs for separate sports are displayed across the top of the screen. From there, players are able to follow along with the rankings of their teams.

Managing Madness

Brodie Falk, Assistant News Editor November 30, 2023

Fantasy football is an online activity that gives sports fans the opportunity to draft players, manage lineups and compete against other managers. Managers can compete in leagues with friends, family members,...

Strap up: Wearing his neck guard, senior Chase Grable surveys the ice in a high school hockey game on Nov. 2. The PIHL mandated the use of neck protection for all players after the death of Adam Johnson.

Is ice hockey safety becoming an issue?

Aiden Pournaras, Assistant Editorial Editor November 30, 2023

Oct. 28 marked an extremely sad day for the hockey community. On this day, former National Hockey League Player, Adam Johnson, suffered from an unlikely, yet tragic accident at Utilita Arena in Sheffield,...

Breaking through: Pushing the offense, the Bulldog defense attempts to down the Mohawk runner. As the blockers are cleared out, the defense files through to complete the tackle.

Temporary score; permanent memories

Christopher Denkovich, Editor-in-Chief November 30, 2023

As an integral part of high school culture, Friday night lights are a chance for all members of the community to come together. From those who have yet to reach high school, those who are in it and those...

Group celebration: Looking up to the crowd, the girls soccer team signs I love you to Farrisa Roberts mom. The girls faced off RIverview at Highmark Stadium, ultimately winning with a close score of 1-0.

Girls Soccer wins WPIAL’s

Caden Beringer, Assistant Features Editor November 30, 2023

As the girls’ soccer season came to an end, the girls’ team’s record for their overall season was 19-4. The girls fought all season to uphold their reputation from previous seasons. They were successful...

Kickin it: The girl’s soccer team embraces Senior Emma Falk during her time on the field for senior night despite her injury. The soccer team started all of their seniors on the field for the start of the game.

Girls soccer team aims for playoff success

Brodie Falk, Assistant News Editor October 31, 2023

As the girls soccer team's regular season play comes close to an end, the team is hopeful about the rest of the season. Sitting at the top of their section, the team has clinched a playoff spot. In the...

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