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The student news site of Pleasant Valley High School

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PV girls state trophy case located outside the pool lobby.

High school sports: Then vs now

Jessie Clemons, Sports Editor September 19, 2023

Between 1980 and 2023, high school sports have changed drastically. In the 80s, safety protocols in high contact sports were insufficient, and womens sports were merely an afterthought. Today, both men’s...

PV powderpuff teams competing in a game on Sept. 16.

Pleasant Valley girls tackle powderpuff football

Ellie Samec, Copy Editor September 18, 2023

As September rolls around again, the Lady Spartans fire up for powderpuff football: a fun tradition dating back decades. On Sept. 16, 8 Spartan teams competed for the powderpuff title, ultimately ending...

Iron Tree Golf’s netting stands tall in the Bettendorf sky.

Iron Tree Golf fuels growing golf culture in the Quad Cities

Ashwin Parab, News Editor September 12, 2023

Iron Tee Golf, the Quad Cities’ brand-new golf entertainment center, is expected to open in the spring of 2024 at the intersection of Middle Road and Forest Grove Drive. Situated between the TBK Sports...

David Gorsline and Tate Lyon playing against Cedar Rapids Kennedy at the Spartan Stadium.

High school sports injuries damage student-athlete college aspirations

Johnny Ziegelbein, PV Only Editor September 11, 2023

From 2015 to 2019, around 5,228,791 high school sports injuries occurred across the United States. 20.9% of these injuries prevented athletes from returning before the end of their season, and in some...

Head cross country coach Jane Wheeler cheers on Josie Case as she approaches the finish line of the Spartan Challenge XC invite.

The importance of friendships in sports

Hannah McVey, Business Manager September 11, 2023

Every varsity athlete has dreamt of earning a state title. Every coach strives to prepare their athletes to excel at state and each season is centered around one goal: win the championship. All sports...

The class of 2024 cross country athletes pose at the Spartan Challenge for their last home race.

The Spartan Challenge: Conquering one last time around

Timothy Ku, Business Manager September 11, 2023

The Spartan Challenge, hosted at Crow Creek Park, is regarded as Iowa's most challenging cross-country race. The race attracts competitors from Iowa to Minnesota, creating a highly competitive event. What...

Cross Country athletes running at night after practice was rescheduled. 

Photo credit to Nick Sacco

Pleasant Valley sports power through extreme heatwave

Alex Lokenvitz, Sports Information Manager September 11, 2023

Fall high school sports in Iowa experience extreme heat and extreme cold. The current heat wave sweeping over the midwest has caused multiple fall sports at PV to prepare for their seasons differently. At...

Opening Game at The University of Iowa Football Stadium.

17 D1 Iowa and Iowa State athletes investigated and may lose eligibility due to illegal sports betting

Cassi Paustian, Infographic Manager September 11, 2023

Over 10,000 alleged bets, waging $100,000 in total, made by 17 current and former D1 Athletes across Iowa are capturing the attention of the world as gambling investigations spike.  As of May 2, 2023,...

Spartans announce lineups ahead of their 3-0 win over the Bulldogs Sept, 5, 2023.

What we can expect from this year’s volleyball team following the graduation of 10 seniors

Luke Allaman, "Failed It" Video Editor September 11, 2023

The Pleasant Valley Spartans volleyball team has begun their push for another state championship appearance. This year is different from the last as 10 seniors graduated. So, what can fans expect? PV...

Eliud Kipchoge’s GOAT status has been called into question after he suffered a defeat at the Boston Marathon.

Eliud Kipchoge’s Shocking Loss at the Boston Marathon

Josh Thomas, Copy Editor May 23, 2023

“No human is limited.” These are the words of Eliud Kipchoge. He has won the Olympics twice, broken the world record twice, is the only person to have broken two hours in the marathon, and has 10 World...

PV students gather for a picture before they run in the Belmont Mile.

The Belmont Mile

Ike Swanson, Business Manager May 19, 2023

This summer, June 3, 2023, the Belmont Mile race is making a long-awaited return despite the construction being done on Pleasant Valley High School's track. This year, the race will be held in Rock Island...

Maura Peters is stepping up this season to become a key member of the girls’ golf team in hopes to lead the MAC.

PV girls’ golf team swings into this season with high efforts

Libby Kamp, Sports Editor May 11, 2023

The Pleasant Valley girls’ golf team has put their best effort trailing into this season. Recently winning the MAC, the team stands as one of the best in the state. Leading the team, Senior and team...

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