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Look at these medalists freshman Daisy Rabadan, freshman Trinity Casas, sophomore Savannah Markey, senior Isabella Markey, sophomore Sophia Hart and sophomore Karsyn Moore. The girls had just beaten the school record and wanted to commemorate their winnings by taking a photo. Coach Daniel Hevaer said, “Savannah is the type of athlete any coach would want. She comes to practice with a smile on her face, demonstrates leadership even as an underclassman, and consistently works hard with a clear understanding of what needs to be done.”

Athlete of the Month: Savannah Markey

Hannah Zambrano May 18, 2026

Sophomore Savannah Markey is a talented multi-sport player; in this year's track season she was able to break the 4x100 school record.  Markey has been in track for two years. She explains her...

Sophomore Celeste Wallace is getting ready to start her 200-meter dash.

Spring Sports in Full Swing

Dixie Smick March 20, 2026

Spring sports have started, and the students, teachers, and coaches alike are excited. Sophomore Savannah Frederickson said, “I am very excited for softball this season having a new coach and everything...

Honoring Seasons of Success

Honoring Seasons of Success

Dixie Smick March 19, 2026

Winning teams. Sports teams all had great seasons this year and were recognized at an assembly on March 11 honoring the sports achievements. Cheer and band performed for the whole school before...

State-Bound and Stage-Ready

State-Bound and Stage-Ready

Hannah Zambrano February 13, 2026

Round of applause to the Poms. Pictured sophomores Mackenzee Rausch, Peyton Richards, Michaela Flashing, Charli Stoudt, Neveah Sholders, Maddyn Johnson. The sophomore Poms pose for a photo in their...

The Rivalry Game

The Rivalry Game

Angel Munoz February 13, 2026

A gym full of spectators watched as senior Owen Sanders went for a layup when the basketball team faced off against rival LaSalle-Peru Township High School on Feb. 6. “My thought process throughout the...

Greatness starts in warmups. Senior Mary Stisser goes for a layup during warmups. "Nothing compares to the energy of Kingman Gym when the team runs out for warmups," Stisser said.

November Female Athlete of the Month

Aubrey Sullivan December 16, 2025

The wait is over. She’s back on the court. Senior Mary Stisser’s final basketball season has officially begun.   This is Stisser’s fourth year as a player on the varsity team, and her...

Head varsity girls’ basketball coach Brent Moore talks to the team in a huddle. He is getting them prepared for their Red and White night scrimmage. “Work together and play together. Be engaged with the scout. Have good spacing offensively and have fun. I say things like this to the girls before a game to help them stay mentally prepared but also remind them that basketball is supposed to be fun,” Moore said.

Always in the Gym

Aubrey Sullivan December 16, 2025

Most teachers finish their day at the final bell, but physical education teacher and head girls varsity basketball coach Brent Moore finishes his day in the gym.   Because Moore must teach,...

The Board that Changed the Game

The Board that Changed the Game

Aubrey Sullivan December 12, 2025

From pictures and videos to having a live camera setting, the videoboard above the scoreboard has caught the attention of many people over the last four years. Business and technology teacher Daniel Heaver...

All four Girls Tennis Seniors pose together in Kingman Gym before taking off for their shot at a State Championship.

State Bond Once Again

Brody Pagakis November 21, 2025

Ottawa’s girls tennis is back at it again. Just like the previous year's girls tennis team, this year's team went 8-0 heading to state. IHSA Girls State Tennis tournament was held at Wheeling and Hoffman...

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