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  • Mar 25 / V. Boys SoccerGretna East High School - 9, Standing Bear - 0
  • Mar 25 / V. BaseballGretna East High School - 0, Pius X - 5
  • Mar 24 / V. BaseballGretna East High School - 4, Elkhorn - 2
  • Mar 22 / V. Girls SoccerGretna East High School - 7, Hastings - 0
  • Mar 22 / V. Boys SoccerGretna East High School - 0, Hastings - 1
  • Mar 22 / V. BaseballGretna East High School - 5, Standing Bear - 0
  • Mar 21 / V. Boys SoccerGretna East High School - 4, Elkhorn - 0
  • Mar 21 / V. Girls SoccerGretna East High School - 4, Elkhorn - 0
  • Mar 13 / V. Boys BasketballGretna East High School - 60, Scottsbluff - 65
  • Mar 8 / V. Girls BasketballGretna East High School - 37, Skutt Catholic - 25
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The Wingspan

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The Wingspan

During the varsity game against Lincoln East on April 4, junior Carson Herrmann holds up "The Monkey" in the dugout. The Griffins gave the Titans their first loss of the season, beating them 2-1.

‘Monkey business’ in dugout, at home plate builds brotherhood

Brody Heidemann, Broadcast Editor April 11, 2025

Superstitions are a staple for many coaches and players throughout baseball. Whether it’s rubbing the side of their hats before a pitch, inverting their caps, or even stacking cups together, athletes...

After a throwing error from the Lincoln East defense, senior Nolan Green crosses the plate and secures the win for the Griffins.

Griffins claw their way to walk-off victory

Peyton Parker, Reporter April 7, 2025

Two State title contenders clashed on the diamond Friday afternoon: the Lincoln East Spartans (9-0) and the Gretna East Griffins (5-3). The Griffins came out victorious over the Spartans (2-1) in a cold-weather...

Track and field gets off to ‘running’ start after inaugural meet, athletes, coaches look forward to rest of season

Track and field gets off to ‘running’ start after inaugural meet, athletes, coaches look forward to rest of season

Aidan McClaren, Reporter March 27, 2025

The track and field team launched into their new season at their first meet at the College of Saint Mary on March 21. Collectively, the athletes boasted seven podium finishes, including three third-place...

Playing in a scrimmage at practice, senior Hallie Quinlin attempts to steal the ball from sophomore Nyla Bos.

Girls soccer team eyes repeat State Championship

Taegyn Brown, Reporter March 18, 2025

Coming off of their State championship last year, the varsity girls’ soccer team is ready to add to their success and showcase their new skills on the field this season. The team will kick off its 2025...

Huddled after their championship loss to Skutt Catholic, head coach Wade Coulter gives a final speech to the team before they received their runner-up medals.

Girls basketball State Championship run ends in finals loss after stunning upsets

Kaylin Hinerman, Reporter March 14, 2025

The girls' basketball team found success at the NSAA Class B Girls State Championship, going into the tournament ranked 7th, defeating top teams to find their way to the finals, ending the season with...

JV Gretna Boys Lacrosse vs. JV Creighton Prep. - April 7, 2024.

Lacrosse growing sport in Gretna, teams kick off season this week

Lexie Elliott, Reporter March 3, 2025

Taking a step forward for the future of lacrosse in the Gretna community, the Gretna Boys lacrosse team announced a new varsity team in addition to their current junior varsity team in their second year...

Presuring the ballhandler, Addison Larock (12) prevents the Skutt offense from getting in rythm.

Griffins fight to the finish in subdistrict loss

Peyton Parker, Reporter February 26, 2025

Last night, the varsity girls basketball team lost 50-37 to number one Omaha Skutt Catholic Skyhawks in a hard-fought sub-district final. Subdistricts are a two-game, single-elimination tournament. Winning...

After getting past sophomore Parker Fellers, senior Grant Rice goes up for a layup during the home game against Lincoln Standing Bear on Feb. 7. Rice contributed nine points to the Griffin's 70-51 winning score. This was the boys' third win of a six-game winning streak to close out the regular season.

Playoff Push: Griffins aim for district finals host spot

Taegyn Brown, Reporter February 26, 2025

In just over a half hour, at 5:30 p.m., the varsity boys basketball team (16-6) will tip off against Gretna (9-14) for the start of the Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) 2025 Class B-2 Boys...

Looking down at Elkhorn's Eric Sutton, as he holds him in a headlock, junior Gabriel Campos fights his way to a pin in the last minute of the match.

Saturday’s B-1 Wresting Districts to determine who will punch ticket to CHI Health Center Arena, NSAA State Championships

Peyton Parker, Reporter February 14, 2025

Following a dominating 56-22 win over Elkhorn on Feb. 6, the varsity boys wrestling team has been preparing for tomorrow which will determine their fate for the remainder of the season. At 9 a.m. the...

Omaha gets second pro volleyball team, Gretna to be home of new training facility

Omaha gets second pro volleyball team, Gretna to be home of new training facility

Kaylin Hinerman, Reporter February 4, 2025

The Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF), the organization that the Omaha Supernovas belong to, is no longer the only professional volleyball league in the country. League One Volleyball (LOVB) pronounced “Love,”...

Passing to a nearby teammate, defenseman Gretna High junior Brewer Hinze takes his defensive position and sails the puck down the ice.

Gretna club hockey team serves up shutout ahead of big matchup

Reese Beery, Sports Editor January 15, 2025

Closing out their last game competitively and fiercely, the Gretna club hockey team dominated the ice, securing a victory against the Papio 8-0 on Jan. 10. The Griffins will face off against the Millard...

After crossing the finish line of the NSAA B-1 and B-2 District Cross Country Meet at Walnut Grover Park, junior Evynn Graver collapses into cross country coach Megan Sughroue’s embrace on Oct. 17. With a time of 21:30.8, just shy of her personal record of 21:14.4, Graver punched her third ticket to the State Cross Country Championship Meet. "I learned that even though the start didn't go as planned, if I stay engaged, I still have a shot to succeed," Graver said.

In face of pain, junior cross country, track athlete shows determination, grit

Reese Beery, Sports Editor January 10, 2025

One of an athlete's biggest goals is to push themselves no matter what, and they often have to balance that drive with unexpected challenges. For junior Evynn Graver, who has encountered physical hurdles...

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