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The student newspaper of, by, and for Ames High School.

The WEB

The student newspaper of, by, and for Ames High School.

The WEB

The Little Cyclone Volleyball team had a great season, winning the regular season Iowa Alliance Conference title. Although their season unfortunately ended after a loss to Valley in their sub-state matchup, the Little Cyclones proved to be a competitive underdog to look out for in coming seasons. (Photo: Tristan Spears)

While the Seniors Depart from the Volleyball Program, They Hope Their Impact Stays Around

Jabari Hinson, Sports Editor November 12, 2024

This year’s senior Volleyball class was not the typical size of many other 5A schools. However, that didn’t stop them from trying to become culture changers by leaving an impact on and off the court.  Seniors...

State competition group poses for a picture after their victory at state cheer.   Photo by Ethel Navarro

Ames High Cheer Team Makes History with Double State Championship Wins

Ethel Navarro, Features editor November 8, 2024

The Coed Stunt title was a first for the team, while their victory in the Coed Cheer/Dance category was their first since 1996. These achievements underscore the dedication, unity, and hard work that...

Colden Bray (#58), celebrates after making a stuff in the backfield during Ames High's "Little CyHawk" bout vs. City High.

The Ames High Football Team Faces Yet Another Coaching Change, Posing New Challenges for Senior Players

Jabari Hinson, Staff September 28, 2024

The latest changes in the coaching carousel for Ames High football were the departures of head coach Brian Sauser and numerous other assistant coaches including offensive coordinator and offensive line...

Jabari Hinson (middle) stands with his teammates before a tournament—photo by Adam Atkinson.

Grappling Greatness: Jabari Hinson

Brody Lang, Sports and Activities Editor April 5, 2024

Being a student-athlete can be a daunting task for most high schoolers. Maintaining acceptable grades while also making time for practice and competitions can be a struggle for a lot of student-athletes....

Jack Wynter shoots a free throw against Marshalltown. Photo by Mary Greenfield.

Little Cyclones Dismantle Bobcats to Cap Off Action-Packed Senior Night

Brody Lang, Sports and Activities Editor February 14, 2024

  On Tuesday, February 6th, Harrison Barnes Gymnasium filled with spectators to watch the Senior Night matchup between the Ames High Little Cyclones’ and the Marshalltown Bobcats' Varsity...

Key Club secretary Carissa Andorf and Key Club editor Wenjun Liu pose for a photo at ICON, the Key Club International Convention in Anaheim, California in 2022.

Club Spotlight: Key Club Q&A

Chantal de Macedo Eulenstein, Editor-in-Chief January 24, 2024

Hannah Song ‘24 is the 2023-24 club president of key club at the high school as well as a co-webmaster at the district level. She is responsible for communication, task delegation, and planning district...

Herrera awaiting his Quarter Final matchup at the Super 32 Wrestling Tournament on October 22, 2023, in Greensboro, North Carolina. Photo by Allyson Schwab

Ames High Transfer Denied Athletic Eligibility

Brody Lang, Sports and Activities Editor January 3, 2024

Last summer, two-time California state wrestling champion Daniel “Peanut” Herrera elected to forgo his Senior year at Palm Desert High School in the Coachella Valley and to instead attend Ames High....

Baku City Circuit

Race Recap: 2023 Azerbaijan Grand Prix

Lily Lupardus, Editor-in-Chief May 4, 2023

After a 3 week break, Formula 1 was back last weekend in Baku, Azerbaijan. The weekend had a different schedule than most, with the season’s first sprint race. The sprint race is a shortened version...

The State of Chelsea FC

The State of Chelsea FC

Aaron Perrotte, Web Reporter April 15, 2023

On Sunday, Chelsea fired head coach Graham Potter after less than 7 months of being in charge, with a dismaying record of 12 wins out of 31 games. How did it all come to grief?  “Of course, there...

Lance Stroll's Aston Martin car.

Race Recap: 2023 Australian Grand Prix

Lily Lupardus and Kristin Eggert April 11, 2023

The 2023 Australian Grand Prix was a chaotic and messy race from start to finish. Red Bull’s Max Verstappen may have cruised through to victory in Melbourne, retaking the lead from Mercedes’ George...

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