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Drops of Ink

The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink

The student news publication of Libertyville High School

Drops of Ink

Senior Emaline Frey exhibits an incredible leap, which would eventually score her a 7.60, making her the winner of the balance beam event.

Girls Gymnastics Win Tri-Meet Wednesday, Dec 1 With Outstanding Performance

Ellie George, Editor-in-Chief December 6, 2021

The varsity and JV girls gymnastics team achieved their first win of the season Wednesday, December 1 in a Tri Meet against Lake Forest and Mundelein. The Cats beat Mundelein in gymnastics for the first...

Jack Huber (22) pulls up for a mid range jumper to score two of his nearly 20 points.

Boys basketball battles Lake Forest but loses close game

Andrew Brooks, Sports Editor December 6, 2021

On Saturday, December 4th, the boys basketball team lost to Lake Forest, 60-49, dropping their record to 3-2 on the season. After trailing 17-4 in the first quarter, the Cats fought back and faced only...

Lees was heavily recruited out of high school and played wide receiver at Northwestern. In a game against the Ohio State Buckeyes in 2019, Lees (No. 19) sprightly sails over a defensive back.

Riley Lees: An LHS Football Legend

Andrew Brooks, Sports Editor December 3, 2021

Riley Lees graduated from Libertyville High School in 2016 and is an alumni who will not soon be forgotten. As the football team’s starting quarterback, Lees put Libertyville on the athletic map in Illinois....

The girls line up at the midcourt line getting ready for the tip off to start off a competitive, physical game.

Girls basketball achieves first win of the season against Crystal Lake Central.

Sadie Parvis, Staff member November 26, 2021

On Nov. 23, the girls’ varsity basketball team played against Crystal Lake Central High School. They got their first win of the season scoring a 56-25 in their first home game, now bringing their record...

Fall Sports Highlights and Recap

Fall Sports Highlights and Recap

Andrew Brooks, Sports Editor November 15, 2021

Football The football team finished with an overall record of 6-3 and placed third in conference. Senior defensive end Sam Pinsel led the defense by putting up the most tackles and sacks on the...

The Field House, with its new look, is ready to host practices.

New Field House construction nearly complete

Andrew Brooks, Sports Editor October 26, 2021

The construction on the Field House has progressed to the phase that allows for partial occupancy. Construction will continue during the school day but high school athletic practices are now permitted...

An explosive start to the race features many Libertyville runners at the front of the pack.

Cross country teams come up big at Regional Meet

Kylie Skibitzki, Staff Member October 26, 2021

On Saturday, the Cross Country teams ran Regionals on their home course at Adler against nine other competitive schools. The boys ended up placing fourth with a score of 87, which means that they will...

The Wildcats join together for their team cheer, led by the seniors.

Girls swim team defeats Waukegan in final dual meet of 2021 season

Eva Fahrenkrog, Staff Member October 21, 2021

On Tuesday, Oct. 19 the varsity and junior varsity (JV) girls swim teams competed in their final dual meet of the season against Waukegan. There were a total of 22 events. The JV 2 level did not compete...

Senior John Stokovich (20) pauses for a moment before the game.

LHS football comes up short against Warren

Lauren Kern October 20, 2021

Libertyville’s varsity football team lost 35-0 to conference leader Warren, dropping their record to 5-3 on the season. It was a disappointing game for the Wildcats, who will look to bounce back...

Sofija Tijunelis (10) charges to the finish in the 100 backstroke for a time of 59.05. Tijunelis headed off the record breaking 200 medley relay with backstroke earlier in the meet. (photo courtesy of Al Cowsky)

2 pool records crushed by LHS at girls varsity swim meet against Lake Forest

Marisa Tarica, Staff member October 19, 2021

The girls varsity swim and dive team shattered two pool records last Thursday, Oct. 14, despite suffering a loss against the Lake Forest Scouts at home during their senior night. Although the Wildcats...

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