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SHARP SHOOTER. Captain Mikkel Rawdon prepares to pass during a game at the Target Center. Rawdon has tallied a high number of points during his two years playing for varsity.

The “trifecta” is completed: Mikkel Rawdon reaches 1,000 points

Siri Pattison, RubicOnline March 6, 2024
Ethan Carter, Tysen Hayes, Mikkel Rawdon. All three have now scored 1,000 points during their varsity careers.
EYES ON THE PRIZE. Hayes dodges the other teams players while running to make a shot.

Tysen Hayes becomes second to hit 1,000

Mariam Malik, Social Media Manager February 28, 2024
Though a majoriy of Hayes' 1,000 points were earned through hard work, he attributes his success to his team and works to set a positive environment as a captain.
Athletes voices amplified in professional athletics survey

Athletes’ voices amplified in professional athletics survey

Siri Pattison, RubicOnline December 1, 2023
Though there was plenty of positive feedback, the consultants found some issues, with the most prominent one being inconsistent coaching.
TAKE THE SHOT. Captain Ethan Carter sets up for a shot after receiving a pass from Captain Tysen Hayes.

[PHOTO STORY] Spartan basketball beats Roosevelt, continues winning streak

Ali Browne, RubicOnline January 12, 2023
The boys varsity basketball team took an 83-65 victory over Roosevelt on Tuesday night, marking their fourth consecutive win.
5 things you may not know about Ezra Straub

5 things you may not know about Ezra Straub

Alison Mitchell, RubicOnline November 22, 2022
Learn more about sophomore Ezra Straub.
Micd Up with Simon Assefa

Mic’d Up with Simon Assefa

Ivy Raya November 13, 2022
Senior Simon Assefa talks basketball in captains practice.
AN ACCELERATING ATHENA. Soccer captain Naomi Straub strides towards the net to take a shot.

Naomi Straub named 2022 Athena winner

Carys Hardy, RubicOnline April 29, 2022
Senior Naomi Straub is both a tri-sport athlete and a captain for each team.
Air Jordan 1 Mid University in Black and White.

[PRODUCT REVIEW] Air Jordans: are all-star shoes worth the all-star price?

Mariam Malik, Staff Writer April 11, 2022
The iconic shoes have earned the title of "one of the most influential sneakers in history."
Plaques and trophies containing the MSHSL logo line the walls of athletic hallway in the upper school. With SPA having an MSHSL membership, the athletic department is hopeful for the future of Minnesota athletics following the initiative.

MSHSL fights racism with new initiative

Ali Browne, RubicOnline March 14, 2022
A new MSHSL initiative will address the long-lasting issue of racism in schools and athletics.
DRIVE TO THE HOOP. Shooting guard Catherine Hooley goes in for a lay-up. Hooley is often a high scorer.

Girls basketball swing players form new community

Hobbs Lillygreen, The Rubicon January 21, 2022
The girls basketball team has an influx of players who dress for both varsity and junior varsity this season.
READY TO WIN. Last year’s Spartan girls basketball team rostered only nine players and lacked experience.Now, Taylor will coach the girl’s basketball program where his daughter, freshman Julia Taylor, attends school and his wife, Naomi Taylor works as Director of Intercultural Life.

Head Coach Willie Taylor brings optimism with new leadership

Catherine Hooley, The Rubicon December 2, 2021
Girls basketball welcomes an experienced coach that knows how to garner section and championship play.
Is it better to be fairly good at one sport or be a well-rounded athlete who participates in multiple sports?

[SPORTS OPINION] Is it better to play one or multiple sports?

Annika Rock, RubicOnline March 12, 2021
Does it matter whether you play one or multiple sports? No. What matters more is whether or not you are enjoying the sport you play.
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