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Rossi rocks out on the dance floor

Karinn Sytsma, Editor in Chief April 6, 2019

At three years old, most kids are still working on walking and running. However, for sophomore Raquel Rossi, three was the perfect age to start dance, and dance has been a huge part of her life ever since....

Boys soccer succeeds with new drive to work hard

Sylvie Cao, Managing Editor April 5, 2019

Boys soccer had a record turnout of 70 boys for their tryouts, and as a result, they have an extremely selective team of 54 talented players.The cuts mostly affected the JV and C-team rosters, as varsity...

Flexibility: the most important trait of a dynamic athlete

Flexibility: the most important trait of a dynamic athlete

Elise Sickinger, Backpage Editor April 5, 2019

They’re age-old complaints: Why do we have to warm up? Stretching is a waste of time! The list goes on and on. While football, soccer, and other sports players may discredit the importance of flexibility,...

Hard-CORE ab workout

Kaitlyn Keyes, Photography Editor March 19, 2019

Beginner: 1 set Intermediate: 2 sets Hard: 3 sets Make sure to take a water break between sets! 50 russian twists 25 bicycle sit-ups 25 tuck-ups 30 second plank 10 military push-ups

Weight, what? Liberty wrestlers obsess over weight classes

Gabrielle Parrish, Sports Editor March 19, 2019

In this day and age, where high school students are taught the value of health and positive self-image over weight-related social pressures, there is one place where body weight is a warranted obsession:...

Boys swim and dive: into the deep end

Nick Vanni, Beyond Liberty Editor March 19, 2019

Into the water the swimmers dive, vessels of pure power rushing through the deep. Down under the water, their efficient push offs from the wall jet them out in front among a race of six young guys, their...

Hydration: every sip counts

Margaret Baumgartner, Sports Editor March 19, 2019

Water: it makes up most of our bodies, but do we drink enough of it? I carry a water bottle around on a daily basis, but I still find myself struggling to get an appropriate amount of water each day. But...

Homemade granola

Gabrielle Parrish, Sports Editor March 1, 2019
Use as a topping for low-fat greek yogurt with berries and honey for a healthy snack!

Feeling inclined to hike? Look no further!

March 1, 2019

- Franklin Falls (2 miles) - Snoqualmie Pass - Mt. Catherine (3) - Snoqualmie Pass - Lake 22 (5.4) - Mt. Baker Snoqualmie National Forest - Denny Creek (6) - Snoqualmie Pass - Snow Lake (7) - Snoqualmie...

Boys basketball seniors leave their mark on the team

Brianna Nelson, Entertainment Editor February 28, 2019

As each class passes through Liberty, they leave an impact on future students. This year, the four seniors on the boys varsity basketball team have lead the team in a way that will influence the program...

Girls basketball bounces back despite struggles

Girls basketball bounces back despite struggles

Kaitlyn Keyes, Photography Editor February 27, 2019
Stick with it: Heaven Bruce (12) wrestles the ball away from opposing players in Liberty’s home game against Interlake. The team went on to beat the Interlake Saints with a score of 51-41. “This year we’ve really been working as a team, we’re passing the ball more and really looking for whoever’s open rather that looking for our shot personally,” Bruce said.

Gymnastics is stronger than ever

Naia Willemsen, Spotlight Editor December 23, 2018

Heavy breathing, legs shaking, and lungs burning: sounds like a description of cross country, or maybe track. But these aren’t runners training for their next big race—they’re gymnasts. This year,...

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