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  • Pre-season basketball

    Regan Jones, Intern|Dec 19, 2024

    The Seeley-Swan High School boys' and girls' basketball teams competed in their first pre-tournament game of the 2024-2025 basketball season on Dec. 6 and 7. Pre-tournaments allow both basketball teams to get some practice in before the regular season starts. The boys played against the Noxon Red Devils and won, 66-35 on Dec. 6. The Blackhawks dominated each quarter and had a 14-point lead at halftime. Blake Irwin and Derrick Brovold, both juniors, were the night's top scorers. Irwin had 16...

  • Blackhawks get ready for basketball season

    Regan Jones, Intern|Dec 5, 2024

    This winter both the boys' and girls' basketball teams are prepping for a thrilling season. The Lady Blackhawks, which made it to divisionals last year, is buzzing with optimism about their chances of going even further this time around. "We have a lot of potential for this season not losing any seniors from last year. It's really exciting. I can't wait to get to work," Aubrey Matthew, a senior on the girls' team, said. Coach David Cahoon is anticipating a strong season, but he knows the girls...

  • A time for giving thanks, Leos raised over $500 for Seeley's food bank

    Regan Jones, Intern|Nov 28, 2024

    Whether through volunteering, organizing charitable events, or lending a hand to those in need, Seeley Lake's Leos embody the spirit of giving. Thanksgiving is a special time of gratitude and appreciation, and the Leos express their thanks by giving back to their community. On Saturday, Nov. 23, the Leos came together for their annual turkey drive, an event that embodies the season's spirit. The members collected donations and turkey vouchers, all of which will be contributed to the local food...

  • Wrapping up the fall season, football and volleyball post-season banquet

    Regan Jones, Intern|Nov 28, 2024

    As the snow starts to stick in Seeley Lake, the fall sports season ends, and with it comes the fall banquet. On this night - this year Nov. 19 - volleyball and football coaches celebrated their teams' victories, shared hopes for the upcoming season and expressed appreciation for the seniors. Seeley-Swan High School had a total of eight seniors recognized at the banquet, three from the volleyball team and five from the football team. During the banquet, coaches awarded players with first and...

  • A week full of memories for the Blackhawks, senior night celebrates athletes as seasons approach their close

    Regan Jones, Intern|Oct 31, 2024

    The games this week were not easy for the Blackhawks and Lady Blackhawks but with a senior night celebration and final games before playoffs and on the home court, the memories that were made will last a lifetime. Football Friday, Oct. 25, the Seeley-Swan Blackhawks faced off against the Superior Bobcats in their last regular season game. The Blackhawks were already going to playoffs, but if the Bobcats won the Friday game it would give them a spot in playoffs, too. So, the Bobcats weren't...

  • Blackhawk victories, senior nights approach for volleyball and football

    Regan Jones and Keely Larson|Oct 24, 2024

    This weekend the Lady Blackhawks experienced triumph and defeat. They faced off against the Valley Christian Eagles and the Noxon Red Devils and both games were demanding. The first set against the Eagles on Oct. 17 started with the Blackhawks and Eagles going back and forth for points, but in the end the Eagles took the lead, winning 25-15. The second set was a rollercoaster and both teams took the lead multiple times. Ultimately, both the second and third set went to the Eagles. This week is t...

  • Digging deep for every point

    Regan Jones and Keely Larson|Oct 17, 2024

    The Seeley-Swan Lady Blackhawks beat the Saint Regis Tigers, 3-0, in an intense game. After losing the games last week, the Blackhawks had a lot to prove. Hoping to take home victories this weekend, the girls walked onto the court confident that they'd walk over winners. Starting the first set on Oct. 10, the Tigers were leading, but with quick reflexes and smart play, the Blackhawks made a comeback. Kilty Hanson, a junior, got an ace, leading Seeley-Swan to win the first set, 25-23. The second...

  • Home sweet homecoming

    Regan Jones, Intern|Oct 10, 2024

    The Seeley-Swan girls' volleyball team and boys' football team faced off against challenging teams on homecoming weekend. Playing against their toughest opponents yet, the pressure was on, and unfortunately, the teams came up short. Football On Oct. 4, the Seeley-Swan football team took on the Valley Christian Eagles. The Blackhawks entered the game undefeated at 5-0, the same as the Eagles. The Blackhawks knew this game would be the toughest they've faced all season, and anticipated an...

  • Seeley Lake Leos spruce up Highway 83

    Regan Jones, Intern|Oct 3, 2024

    The Leos club, which partners with the Seeley Lake Lions Club, is back in session now that school has started up. On Sunday, Sept. 29, the Leos joined the Lions to clean up Highway 83 from the Seeley Lake Community Foundation building to Tamaracks Resort. James Hayhurst, a Seeley-Swan High School senior, participated in the cleanup and said, "This was my first highway cleanup and it was fun. It's nice to start my day off by helping my community." The Leos club has a new advisor, Bridget Laird,...

  • Work hard, play harder

    Regan Jones, Intern|Sep 12, 2024

    Seeley-Swan High School's sports teams are gearing up for volleyball and football seasons. The teams have ambitious goals this year, and the coaches and captains anticipate a successful season. Head coaches Jacob Haley for football and Janelle Greenwood for volleyball are relatively new to their positions and have devoted a significant amount of time to their teams and players. Their dedication, wisdom and energy have provided these athletes with new skills and new ways to shine. Football Haley...