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The student news site of Pleasant Valley High School

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PV seniors Halle Vice and Andrew DePaepe took interest in several programs before committing.

Entering the Portal: How transferring is changing college athletics

Emma Vaaler and Maura Peters December 14, 2022

Emma: Why the portal is making a difference Collegiate athletes are influenced by a multitude of factors when considering  programs— from coaches and other players to scholarship offers and program...

Players of the color in the World Cup have been targets of racist attacks, an issue that has been further exacerbated through social media.

History repeats itself: World Cup players of color face targeted attacks

Shobini Iyer, Editor in Chief December 13, 2022

The 2022 World Cup held in Qatar triggered immense patriotism and piqued interest in international affairs — backlash over Qatar's unethical labor practices, the environmental damage caused by stadium...

Grace Boleyn handing the baton to Lydia Sommer during the 4x800 meter dash at Drake Relays in 2022.

The Importance of Plyos in PVGTF

Lydia Sommer, PV Only Editor December 12, 2022

“Eat healthier. Be skinnier. Train harder.”  Runners have heard these phrases countless times throughout their training. However, many do not realize that one key factor that boosts a runner’s...

Hate sustained by popular college athletes in Social Media

Hate sustained by popular college athletes in Social Media

Maura Peters, Photo Manager December 10, 2022

Throughout any given season, college athletes endure an immense amount of pressure. Coaches, players and parents all influence the stress of an athlete. However one not usually considered is the pressure...

 Abigail Meyrer doing a half where she came out in front.

First Chapter of the Girls Wrestling Team

Quinn Russell, Design Manager November 28, 2022

2022 marks the first year there has been a girls wrestling team. The team may be small but they are mighty for persevering to make this team a reality.  The members of the Pleasant Valley girls’...

Senior Libby Kamp signing to Quincy University to play soccer next year.

19 PV athletes taking their high school talents to the collegiate level

Maura Peters, Photo Manager November 18, 2022

A day that represents one of the final steps in determining athletes’ post-secondary futures is Nov. 9, which marks National Signing Day for almost all high-school athletes. Pleasant Valley’s Class...

Soccer fans around the world have voiced their frustration surrounding the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

Controversy in Qatar: 2022 World Cup has fans infuriated

Oskar Barudin, News Editor November 17, 2022

The 2022 FIFA World Cup is set to kick off later this month and has drawn controversy due to it being held and organized in Qatar, after it won the bid to host.  Qatar has historically held a bad reputation...

 Senior Makhi Wilson runs the ball up the field at Pleasant Valley High School against Muscatine on Sept. 17 2022.

Seniors running sports at PV

Daniel Zietlow, Sports Editor November 8, 2022

There is no doubt that Spartan sports have dominated in the MAC and at the State Level over the past few years. Volleyball has had four state appearances with a state title in 2021 and a runner up title...

Senior Luke Knepp leads a pack of runners during the 2022 MAC Conference meet on Oct. 13 at Crow Creek Park.

A long journey to the top

Pranav Suresh, Arts and Entertainment Editor November 8, 2022

On that podium, he was nothing but overjoyed. None of the people looking up at the deck saw that though. What they saw was a semi-conscious runner who was giving it his all just to stay standing.  As...

Seniors Jacob Mumey and Luke Knepp share their all state placement at the 2022 state cross country meet.

Athlete of the week: Jacob Mumey

Oskar Barudin, Business Manager November 6, 2022

“Go the extra mile, it's never crowded” This saying led the PV boys cross country team to excellence. The season was nothing short of greatness, credited to leadership from senior captain, Jacob...

The Pleasant Valley volleyball team celebrates after defeating Waukee Northwest in the Class 5A State Semifinals.

Season recap- All Pleasant Valley Volleyball has accomplished in the 2022 season

Maura Peters, Photo Manager November 4, 2022

Season Recap Although the 2022 season didn’t end the way they had hoped, the PV volleyball team has so much to be proud of.  Nov. 3 marks the end of the team’s season, with a runner-up finish...

The PV girl’s cross-country team having a meeting after their first meet of the season, at Iowa City.

Motivation behind running

Lydia Sommer, PV Only Editor November 4, 2022

Running is unlike any other sport: runners must use every ounce of energy to perform well. Their ability does not depend on agility, like throwing a ball, catching or passing, but rather, on how undying...

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