No Bumpers Needed at Neuqua
November 24, 2009
For many people, the word “strike” usually brings the “great American pastime” to mind, and images of wooden bats and home runs surface. Many overlook the game of strikes, spares, and gutter balls, but the girls’ bowling team has been a part of Neuqua’s athletic program since 1997. Read more
Across the Spectrum
November 24, 2009
Neuqua Valley High School has one of the strongest athletic departments in the state of Illinois. However, since Neuqua is so diverse, there are many opportunities to participate in a sport, not necessarily just a school sanctioned one, such as club sports and intramurals. Read more
Run, Beattie, Run
November 24, 2009
Although Chris Derrick graduated in 2008, the Neuqua Valley Men’s Cross Country team has had no shortage of outstanding times and talent. But the most reoccurring name throughout Neuqua’s halls is definitely Aaron Beattie. Read more
A Basketball Rush
November 24, 2009
As basketball season resumes, the Gold Rush and the newly reunited Blue Crew are returning to the courts. Read more
Unofficial Success
November 24, 2009
Attention Neuqua Valley meatheads: There exists a sport that incorporates all of the muscular strength of a regular super jock, and the graceful nimbleness attributed with more feminine sports. Read more
Flag Football Makes a Triple Play
November 4, 2009
Neuqua Valley’s own Flag Football team took home their third championship title this past weekend. Read more
No Crying in Baseball
October 30, 2009
Professional athletes are often under a microscope, with fans and critics watching and documenting their every move. While most athletes can handle the criticism, there are always the athletes who cannot take the heat from the fans and media. Read more
Laying Out for Neuqua Ultimate
March 27, 2009
They seem to be everywhere. Students carry around mysterious white discs through the halls and the same students are never seen without one. What started out as a game just played in PE has become a team sport and extremely popular club at Neuqua Valley. Read more
New Beginning Through Baseball
March 2, 2009
The students of Neuqua Valley are fortunate to have a great facility to call school and a safe environment to grow up and learn in. However, not all children are this fortunate and the Neuqua Valley Baseball team recognizes this through their annual Opportunity Through Baseball organization. Read more
Girls Basketball Plays Pink
January 30, 2009
At every major Neuqua sporting event, the Gold Rush, as well as newly-founded Blue Crew, can be found cheering the athletes on to victory with cheers, chants, and the singing of the school song. But on Friday, February 13, it will be a group of Neuqua’s own athletes cheering for a cause of their very own. The girl’s basketball team is bringing Pink Out Night to their courts during the Lake Park home game. Read more
