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The student news site of Adlai E. Stevenson High School

Statesman

The student news site of Adlai E. Stevenson High School

Statesman

Formula 1 (F1) driver at a Grand Prix, arms raised. 20 drivers compete in 24 Grand Prix tournaments each year for the FIA Formula One World Drivers' Championship Trophy.

How To: F1

Brayden Caldwell and Himang Sharma | October 18, 2024

Blurs of red, blue, and yellow pass by, screaming as they hit a turn so loudly it rivals the volume of the audience. Two cars stop to get their tires replaced, while the others continue on their journey...

Wide Receiver Zach Hersh '25 runs the ball through the Blue Devils defense. The Patriots made numerous passing plays to hold the Blue Devils off in a crucial game.

Patriot Defense Shines in Win

Justin Ferstein, Sports Editor | October 12, 2024

The Patriots fought all night and came on top against the Warren Township Blue Devils on Thursday night. The consistent defense and confident offense led the Patriots to a 16-7 victory, extending their...

“A Fire in All of Us”

“A Fire in All of Us”

Abani Mohanchandra and Jenny Liang | October 10, 2024

The Patriots Varsity Football team secured a win against the Lake Forest High School Scouts on Friday with a final score of 35-21. The Patriots showcased a strong offensive performance, eventually becoming...

The Girls Varsity Cheerleading team celebrates on the sidelines before the game. In addition to sideline cheer, they also perform during the halftime show.

How to: Cheerleading

Brayden Caldwell and Himang Sharma | October 10, 2024

On an endless plane of green strands, a chanting mob leaps into action. A ball of brushing bristles shakes fervently and rises. A large mass of hands extends, connecting each segment of their bodies,...

"We Need to Play Smarter"

“We Need to Play Smarter”

Abani Mohanchandra and Jenny Liang | October 7, 2024

The Boys Varsity Soccer team faced off against the Warren Township Blue Devils on Thursday night, September 28. Despite multiple shots on target, the Patriots suffered a loss 0-1, bringing their record...

Running back Sarah Bende ’26 cuts the field, gaining more yards on the play. Bende has proven to be one of the most powerful forces on Stevensons offense, averaging 4 carries per game.

Flag Football Climbs to the Top

Justin Ferstein and Aisha Fatima | September 26, 2024

Catching the football close to her side, Sammie Meliker ‘24 charges across the field in a determined attempt to reach the endzone. Gaining yards with each stride, which would bring her closer to a triumphant...

On a typical day of swim practice, the girls do multiple laps in the pool practicing each swim stroke for warm up. The swim team follows a routine based on each day of the week.

A dive into the experience of the girls’ swim team

Grace Bui and Kashvi Nagpal | September 24, 2024

Tightly tucking hair strands into her cap, Kate Motl ’25 steps out from the locker room and walks across the tiles as she readies herself for the upcoming moment. Fastening her goggles around her head,...

Stevenson Sends the Fans Home Happy

Stevenson Sends the Fans Home Happy

Aisha Fatima and Justin Ferstein | September 11, 2024

The Patriots never looked back once, as they stomped on the Taft Eagles in their home opener, increasing their record to 2-0. Thanks to the strong offensive efforts early in the game, the Patriots went...

Jack Bacher ’25 juggles the ball to hold possession for the Patriots. Bacher finished with 2 goals on the day, both in the first half.

Bacher Scores Two in Patriots Victory

Aisha Fatima and Justin Ferstein | September 5, 2024

The Stevenson Patriots played their first home game against the Vernon Hills Cougars on Saturday, Aug. 31, moving their record up to 1-0-1. After an offensive explosion in the first half, the Patriots...

One Final Ride

Justin Ferstein and Ansh Aggarwal | March 3, 2024

The Stevenson Patriots fell short against the Palatine Pirates in the sectional semifinals on Friday, March 1. While it ended their season, it gave the team many memories to carry into the next year. The...

Overtime Rebound

Oliver Arora, Web Editor | February 28, 2024

The Patriots defeated the Barrington Broncos by 64-55 in overtime Feb. 27 securing themselves a spot in the sectional finals this Friday. The win was Stevenson’s sixth on the bounce as they look to make...

The Patriots basketball team hoists the Regional Championship plaque high after the victory. This is the second consecutive season the Patriots have won the Regional Championship.

Patriots Win the Plaque

Justin Ferstein, Sports Editor | February 26, 2024

The Patriots clinched the Regional Championship against the Prospect Knights in their own gym on Friday, Feb. 23, keeping their season alive and moving on to the sectional semi-finals. After an intense...

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