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The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch

The Student News Source Of Kennedy High School

Kennedy Torch

Kennedy Mens Track celebrates their win at Muscatine Invite.

Boys’ Track Starts Outdoor Season Strong

Molly Martin, Managing Editor April 5, 2022

The Kennedy Boys’ Track team started their season off on the right foot with a win at Muscatie’s Sophmore and JV Invite. The Cougars' score of 175.00 points beat Pleasant Valley with 147.00, Muscatine...

Kennedy Boys Basketball Advances in the State Tournament

Kennedy Boys’ Basketball Advances in the State Tournament

Tori Paga, Writer March 10, 2022

Wednesday, March 9, the Kennedy Boys’ Basketball team faced the Waukee Wolves in the first round of the state tournament. Due to their win with a score of 61-55, the basketball team plays in the next...

Varsity Girls Basketball Ends Their Season

Varsity Girls Basketball Ends Their Season

Emma Beachner, Writer March 6, 2022

The Kennedy Girls Basketball team ended their season Feb. 19, 2022 in a game against Waukee Northwest with an overall win-loss ratio of 12-11 for the season. The team lost their head coach, Andy Courtney,...

Kennedy Boys Basketball during their 2022-23 season, a week before state playoffs.

School Canceled March 9 as Kennedy Boy’s Basketball Heads to State

Sonja Woerner, Writer March 2, 2022

Kennedy boys basketball is competing in the state tournament on March 9 at 10:30 a.m. against Waukee Northwest. The game will be held at the Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. All Kennedy classes, in-person...

Kenzie Reed, number one dribbles the ball down the court.

Kenzie Reed: The Person Behind the Jersey

Lizzy Hawkes, Writer March 2, 2022

With the roar of the student section cheering him on, junior Kenzie Reed continues to impress. He was named both All-Metro and All-Conference Player of The Year, leading class 4A in returning assists,...

Senior Jackson Bowman goes for a dunk in a game against Linn Mar.

Kennedy Boy’s Basketball Moves Into Post Season

Tori Paga, Writer February 25, 2022

The Kennedy boys varsity basketball team had a magnificent season with a total of 18 wins and  three losses in their regular season. The team was also the MVC Valley Division champions for the first time...

Girls wrestling has been sanctioned by the IGHSAU,.

Women’s Wrestling Season Comes to a Close

Noah Hargrafen, Writer February 22, 2022

In 2019, Kennedy sent one wrestler to the Iowa women’s wrestling tournament. In 2022, they sent nine girls-with two placewinners and another winning a match in the main bracket At the weight class...

Cheerleaders smile at the camera during the 2021 Homecoming Parade.

Time to Dust Off The Pom-Poms

Jasmine Hite, Writer February 16, 2022

Tryouts are around the corner for students interested in joining the Kennedy Cheer Team.  Clinics will take place on March 28 from 5-7 p.m. and March 29 from 5-6:30 p.m. to teach students the required...

Spring is on its way, and with it comes tennis.

Boys Tennis Season Begins After Spring Break

Jasmine Hite, Writer February 8, 2022

Kennedy’s Boys Tennis season will begin on March 21 after spring break. A mandatory meeting will take place after school on Feb. 9 in room 66 for those wishing to participate. Students who aren’t...

Spring Sports Are Starting Soon

Spring Sports Are Starting Soon

Isaac White, Writer February 3, 2022

Winter sports are coming to an end and spring sports are on their way. Boy's and girl's track, boy's and girl's tennis, and girl's golf are starting soon. Boy's Track and Field - All boys who want to...

Junior Lucas Dolphin was nominated for athlete of the week.

Junior Lucas Dolphin Nominated for Athlete of the Week

Jersey Bilyeu, Writer February 2, 2022

Junior Lucas Dolphin has made a name for himself in high school sports in the 2022 bowling season. Dolphin bowled two perfect 300 point games in January in competition.  Dolphin is nominated for KCRG's...

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