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Lloyd Sisters’ Field Hockey Journey Comes Full Circle
Lloyd Sisters’ Field Hockey Journey Comes Full Circle
Dylan Manifold May 28, 2026

Junior Mia Lloyd recently committed to play Division I field hockey at Merrimack College. For most, this accomplishment would be enough to memorialize a special story, but for...

#spreadssacknothate
#spreadssacknothate
Mary Aram May 28, 2026

While TikTok trends tend to bring more negativity than positivty, the latest has students and teachers alike questioning whether some positivity can be spread after all. Unlike...

Often Overlooked, yet Hard to Beat: Boys’ Tennis Dominates This Season
Often Overlooked, yet Hard to Beat: Boys’ Tennis Dominates This Season
Danni Kim May 14, 2026

  After school, the tennis courts don’t draw much of a crowd, but the ELHS boys’ tennis team never fails to put on a strong show. Consisting mainly of sophomores and juniors, the team...

On the Mound: The Arms Powering Viking Baseball
Dylan Manifold

On most baseball game days, the hits, runs, and final score get the fans on their feet. What people often miss is the focus...

Diving Into Action: Student Athletes Participate in New Lifeguarding Program at ELHS
Mary Aram

“Safety doesn’t allow for cutting corners,” head instructor Jason Maier said regarding the importance of the Red Cross...

Rowing Makes D1 Waves
Lila Aram

When a high school athlete commits to a Division I program, it usually makes waves. This year, East Lyme High School’s...

Golf Returns to the Greens
Kay Williams

Girls’ Golf “We have a young team, with one senior, two juniors, and two sophomores in our starting lineup, and a...

EL boys’ rowing take to the water on their first day of practice.
Crew Teams Hit the Water
Astrid Phillips-Geeza April 9, 2026

Girls’ Crew “As a team, as it is toward the beginning of the season, we are training new coxswains and rowers and are prepping for our 2k test to see how fast we can row in season. We will go to the weight room to avoid being out on the water when...

Girls’ lacrosse Viking Challenge teams each choose a team 
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Stick Skills and Sprints – the Spirited Way
April 9, 2026

As the ELHS freshmen walk onto the turf during their first day of practice, nerves are high, surrounded...

Spring Sports Preview
March 12, 2026

Girls’ Track: “Overall, just the community built within our team, everyone is always helping and...

Q&A With Girls’ State Open Pole Vault Champion: Teagan Czaja
Q&A With Girls’ State Open Pole Vault Champion: Teagan Czaja
March 12, 2026

Viking Saga: How long have you been pole vaulting, and why did you want to start? Teagan Czaja: I’ve...

Breaking Barriers: The Top 3 Lessons I’ve Learned from Playing A Male-Dominated Sport
Breaking Barriers: The Top 3 Lessons I’ve Learned from Playing A Male-Dominated Sport
March 12, 2026

Eight years ago, I decided to join the sport of ice hockey, a male-dominated sport. Starting on a co-ed...

Three Sports, One Standout Athlete: Sylvi’s Drive Leads to State Title and Major Honors
Three Sports, One Standout Athlete: Sylvi’s Drive Leads to State Title and Major Honors
February 26, 2026

Balancing one sport can be challenging for most student-athletes. Junior Sylvi Otter has taken on three:...

Q&A With Fencing Standout: Avneeta Basu
Mary Aram February 26, 2026

Viking Saga: Can you describe a moment during this season that made you feel proud of yourself or your team? Avneeta Basu: I’d say every...

On the Mat: Rising Stars
Mary Aram February 26, 2026

Reese Georgian (Underdog) Reese Georgian joined the ELHS wrestling team this winter. As a freshman, he stepped into a highly competitive, demanding,...

Q&A with Bu/BC Sport Psychologist and Lecturer, Kristina Moore
Astrid Phillips-Geeza February 12, 2026

Viking Saga: What is your job at Boston University? Kristina Moore: My job involves teaching undergraduate courses, as well as graduate courses,...

A Home Away From Home
A Home Away From Home
Sophia Sherman January 23, 2026

With Viking pride, East Lyme athletes shine in their striking maroon and white uniforms and attire. However, for ice hockey players, this athletic...

ELHS Fall Sports Wrapped: 2025
ELHS Fall Sports Wrapped: 2025
Tristyn Lloyd January 23, 2026

OVERALL WRAPPED: THE BIG NUMBERS Total Record: 96–22–5 ECC Championships Won: 5 out of 7 East Lyme was dominant, disciplined, and dedicated...

Winter Sport Previews
Winter Sport Previews
Katelyn Dickie December 11, 2025

Girls’ Basketball: “The seniors on our team have all been playing together since youth, so we have really great chemistry and will make for strong leaders. Everyone on the team has really good relationships with each other. That will be a big strength...

Q&A: ELHS to Blue Jays
Q&A: ELHS to Blue Jays
Astrid Phillips-Geeza December 11, 2025

Viking Saga: How did you decide that you wanted to work for the Blue Jays? Alex Chambers: I’ve always wanted to work in baseball, but I didn’t really know what careers in baseball...

Double The Drive
Double The Drive
Mary Aram December 11, 2025

While most athletes struggle to get a spot on a college sports team, senior Callan Keefe earned two. Her dual-sport commitment to Roger Williams University reflects years of consistency...

Last year’s juniors are ready to come back this year as seniors.
Rivalry Returns: Junior and Senior Girls Gear Up for the Powderpuff Showdown
Tristyn Lloyd November 20, 2025

The bleachers buzz with chants and cheers as the lights flood the field. Ponytails are up, flags fly, and the annual Powderpuff game is underway. Determined to defend tradition and...

Vikes Set Up for State Run
Vikes Set Up for State Run
Sophia Sherman November 6, 2025

Through pre-game pasta parties, offensive strategies, and unbreakable trust, the East Lyme High School girls’ volleyball team has swept the...

The Great Wall of Salem
The Great Wall of Salem
Tristyn Lloyd November 6, 2025

Sunlight glints off the turf as the East Lyme boys’ soccer back line warms up, balls skimming the ground and laughter piercing through the...

From ELHS to Ecuador: Izel Delgado’s Pride and Passion
From ELHS to Ecuador: Izel Delgado’s Pride and Passion
Danni Kim October 23, 2025

With pride, passion, and honor, Izel Delgado is living her dream: wearing her country’s jersey on her back while playing for Ecuador’s national...

Victory With A Purpose
Victory With A Purpose
Shannon Poirier October 23, 2025

East Lyme High School’s boys’ soccer team continues to dominate their season with an undefeated 17-0-1 record, giving up just two goals this...

Sam Leone Sprints to Success
Sam Leone Sprints to Success
Astrid Phillips-Geeza October 9, 2025

Legs burning, chest hurting, nearly falling, yet pushing through to the finish line. This is what it feels like to be a runner. To senior Sam...

Refueling Responsibility: Student Athletes
Specialists and players discuss the importance of student athletes taking care of their bodies.
February 4, 2025

It’s no secret that food gives you energy, but many athletes don’t recognize the importance of eating the right kind and amount of food before...

Timberwolves shock NBA fans in first 2 games of their series against the Denver Nuggets
May 15, 2024

The Denver Nuggets are considered the best team in the National Basketball Association (NBA) currently. Coming off of a championship last season,...

Zack Reviews the WNBA Draft
Zack Reviews the WNBA Draft
ZACK BARTH April 29, 2024

After the most anticipated Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) draft in the 21st century, all eyes are on the upcoming stars who are making their debut...

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2024 NBA Play-in Tournament Prediction
ZACK BARTH April 17, 2024

The NBA playoffs are on the horizon, and it is looking competitive. There are multiple teams who look like they can take the trophy. However, nobody can be counted...

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