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  • May 5 / V. BaseballGretna East High School - 6, Waverly - 2
  • May 3 / V. BaseballGretna East High School - 1, Grand Island - 0
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  • Apr 28 / V. BaseballGretna East High School - 5, Gretna - 7
  • Apr 26 / V. BaseballGretna East High School - 3, Hastings - 2
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The Wingspan

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The Wingspan

Loading into his back hip and preparing to hit the baseball, Jakub "Kuba" Brown awaits in the batter's box in a game against Team Colombia. Brown played for the Czech National Team at this year's DRD International Academies Baseball Tournament in Puerto Rico.

Baseball connects Brown to heritage, global competition

Easton Leahy, Reporter May 9, 2025

This season, Jakub “Kuba” Brown has been a top contributor on the Gretna East baseball team, showcasing his talent both offensively and defensively, as he helped the Griffins’ big wins over Class...

Megan Sughroue poses for a photo after the 129th official edition of the Boston Marathon on April 21.

Marathon mindset drives Griffins track

Brody Heidemann, Broadcast Editor May 9, 2025

Running down the famous Boylston Street in Boston, Mass., fifth-grade English teacher Megan Sughroue took in the hundreds of thousands of fans in attendance as they crossed the line. Loud speakers announced...

In a match against Pius X, freshman Zoe Katsavelis has her eye on the ball.

Nationally ranked freshman goes undefeated on East tennis team

Taegyn Brown, Reporter May 9, 2025

Seven years ago, tennis was just a hobby for freshman Zoe Katsavelis, but now she is ranked No. 351 in the country, second in Nebraska for high school freshmen and holds the No. 1 singles spot on the school’s...

Before taking the mound to start the game against the Millard North Mustangs, junior Andrew Dowd warms up in the bullpen on April 3. The Griffins closed out the game 5-3 after five innings.

JV 1 baseball shuts out Elkhorn North Wolves

Reese Beery, Sports Editor May 5, 2025

Securing another win for Gretna East, the JV 1 baseball team beat Elkhorn North’s JV team in a three-up three-down style in seven innings on Thursday, May 1. Both teams came out of the gate strong on...

In a 7-0 win against the Hastings Tigers on Mar. 22, goalie, senior Madelyn Schaffert drop kicks the ball in an attempt to advance play.

Number 0 hands out 0s, breaks all-class shutout record

Drew Rhoades, Reporter April 16, 2025

The varsity girls soccer goalkeeper, Madelyn Schaffert, has officially made Nebraska history. On April 7, in a 1-0 victory over the No. 1-ranked team in Class A, Lincoln Southwest [8-1], Schaffert recorded...

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...

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