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The Student News Site of Gretna East High School

The Wingspan

The Student News Site of Gretna East High School

The Wingspan

Taegyn Brown

Taegyn Brown, Reporter

Taegyn Brown is a sophomore and a second-year member of the Wingspan staff. She enjoys covering sports and values the friendships she has built with fellow staff members. This year, her goal is to continue growing as a journalist and strengthening her skills in reporting and writing. Outside of Wingspan, Taegyn stays busy as a member of the softball team, DECA, and as a team manager for tennis. In her free time, she also enjoys reading.

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New staff members welcomed, help with growing school community, population

New staff members welcomed, help with growing school community, population

Taegyn Brown, Reporter October 1, 2025

Following the loss of six staff members at the end of the 2024-25 school year due to various reasons, and with the growing student population, the school has welcomed 17 new staff members this year. This...

Extending East’s lead to 4-0, junior Rylan Anderson drives in three runs with a shot over the left-field fence.

Varsity softball team takes fifth in EMC tournament

Taegyn Brown, Reporter September 19, 2025

On Sept. 13, the varsity softball team played a three-game day in Hastings as part of the Eastern Midland Conference Tournament. The team went 3-1 overall and finished fifth out of eight teams over the...

 Both Gretna East freshman teams pose with their trophies after going undefeated at Freshman State.

Freshman softball teams claim co-championship in state-wide tournament

Taegyn Brown, Reporter August 8, 2025

Going undefeated in the Nebraska Freshman Girls Fastpitch Tournament, also known as "Freshman State," from July 25-27, both Gretna East Black and Gretna East Gold claimed co-champion titles in the Gold...

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...

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...

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...

During practice, junior Kate Rhoades tries to drive past junior Taryn French during the one versus one drill.

Tight-knit girls’ basketball team brings confidence and chemistry into second season

Taegyn Brown, Reporter November 27, 2024

Coming back full force as the winter months start, the girls' basketball season has begun. After last year's loss at state, the coaches and players are looking forward to seeing what the new season has...

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