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The Olympus

Student news of Olympia High School

The Olympus

Student news of Olympia High School

The Olympus

Senior Julian Zapata opening up another Bears drive as he looks to pass the ball in front of a packed-out trench.

A week in recap: Bears dominate the start of the season with a 3-0 record.

Caleb Wilson, Journalist Dec 10, 2024

The Olympia High School Bears basketball team played against three opponents this week: North Thurston Rams on Monday, Spanaway Lake on Wednesday and Bonney Lake on Friday, coming out victorious in all...

wide receiver Harper Hejtmanek catches a 30-yard ball from quarterback Cameron Downing.

Bears end amazing season in Bothell

Caleb Wilson, Journalist Nov 19, 2024

Friday the Bears traveled up to Bothell to play their 2nd consecutive playoff appearance where they would fall 52-14 on a cold and windy night. The Bears clinched their playoff game after winning their...

The athletic trainer's office is located in the hall between the main and auxiliary gyms.

The role of athletic trainers

Eli Zink, Journalist Oct 24, 2024

In a football game last year, Olympia player Charlie DeBord got a concussion and an athletic trainer rushed out to help him. “If the athletic trainer weren't there it probably would have been worse,”...

Linemen Collin Linde working out for the upcoming away game at Bonney Lake High School.

Preparations and processes behind football games

Joshua Papiez, Journalist Oct 24, 2024

Friday night is the center of socialization and noise, but there is a lot more work that goes into a high school football game than one would think. It's not just one day on Friday. It takes all week to...

Harper Hejtmanek catches a 30-yard touchdown.

The Bears are off to their best start since 2017

Caleb Wilson and Elijah Buol Sep 26, 2024

After the Olympia Bears defeated Hazen High School, they're off to their best start at 3-0 since the 2017 season.   Hazen High School traveled 2 hours to Ingersoll Stadium and was met by an overwhelming...

The Bears celebrate a goal against Capital. Photo courtesy of Stephanie Norton Photography.

The Bears kick off the season with a victory

Elijah Buol, Journalist Sep 24, 2024

On Tuesday, September 10th, the Olympia Girls Soccer team celebrated the Fettuccine Bowl with a 2-0 Win against cross-town rivals, Capital Cougars. The game was highly competitive with both teams not letting...

Bears enter a packed Ingersoll Stadium with Quarterback Cameron Downing leading the team.

Bears return to the Spaghetti Bowl with a nail-biting win

Caleb Wilson and Fischer Ryan Sep 16, 2024

The Olympia High School Bears defeated the Capital High School Cougars with a 21-14 final score for the 48th annual Spaghetti Bowl matchup. Anticipation for this matchup was high, with tensions building...

The entire teams honors their seniors Alex and Sami on Senior Night. Photo courtesy of Sirie Chhen.

Olympia Bears charge to state after a season of triumph and tenacity 

Lucas Eussen, Journalist May 23, 2024

In an outstanding season of grit and glory, the Olympia High School Bears Girls Softball team has punched their ticket to the state tournament. With a commanding 15-3 record, the Bears clinched the league...

Sports Jargon Quiz ANSWERS

May 10, 2024

Catch a Crab ---> Rowing If the oar is not removed from the water in time, the blade acts like a brake, and the handle whips back towards the rower. This is called “catching a crab.” Frozen...

The players join together in a spirited huddle just before kickoff. Photo courtesy of Izayah Qiu.

Senior Night: OHS Boys Soccer beats Graham Kapowsin 3-2

Blayke Warner, Journalist May 1, 2024

On Monday, the Boys Varsity Soccer team faced a challenging match against Graham Kapowsin, ultimately securing a hard-fought 3-2 victory. It was an exciting match, with Graham Kapowsin getting on the scoreboard...

Trace Pruitt at the plate in a preseason game against Tumwater High School. Photo courtesy of Jaclynn Parker.

Olympia Baseball: the spring season sprint

Sami Potvin, Journalist Apr 23, 2024

As the baseball season unfolds, the Olympia Bears continue to make waves with a strong record of 11-6. Behind the notable improvements since the start of the season are a series of games where the team...

Sydney Potvin, Blayke Warner, and Sami Potvin sit in the recording studio at Seattle Sports Radio. Photo courtesy of Cathy Cangiano.

Behind the scenes at Seattle Sports Radio

Sami Potvin, Journalist Apr 9, 2024

Dive into the world of Seattle Sports Radio, home of Seattle’s favorite sports news. This insider look reveals the behind-the-scenes magic of radio broadcasting at ESPN. From live coverage to backstage...