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Field Hockey player Maeve Kilbride ('27) on the field playing for Skyline High School and Fer De Lance Field Hockey Club.

The Differences Between Club Sports and High School Sports

Emerson Nalepa February 21, 2025

It’s no secret that club and high school sports are differentiated through competition, expectations, and level of play. Club sports have always provided intense skill development and had a high level...

Girls Basketball Team photo on media day.

Girls Basketball Team Shows Remarkable Growth as Season Comes to a Close with Rivalry Game Tonight

Faith Palmbos February 21, 2025

Skyline girls basketball has accomplished so much this year. Tonight, they face Pioneer at home, heading into this rivalry game with a record of 8-11.  The team started to gain momentum in their 2nd...

Liam Gillilland ('28) and Christobal Gomez ('28) running drills in preparation for a tournament.

Skyline Wrestling Team: Recapping the First Half of the Season

Aidan Harris February 21, 2025

A large increase in wrestlers has made the team stronger than ever, covering almost all weight classes and leaving athletes ready for a new year. "This team now would smoke the team last year,”...

Connor Gillilland ('25) takes down an opponent during a wrestling match.

One of Two Seniors on Varsity Wrestling: Who is Connor Gillilland?

Max Adox February 20, 2025

After just two full years of wrestling, Connor Gillilland (‘25) rose from newcomer to team captain, exemplifying belief and perseverance.  “He has what every coach would dream of having in a wrestler,”...

Joise Lovelace ('28) about to pass the ball.

Girls Varsity Basketball Freshmen Excel

Ej Landefeld February 19, 2025

It is very unusual to have freshmen on varsity — but this year’s Girls Basketball team doesn't have one freshman but four.  Jane Jordan, number 3, has 59 rebounds and 98 points across 11 games.  Joise...

Members of the Skyline Robotics design team researching and discussing how the robot will climb up a cage.

Skyline Robotics Team Kicks Off

Gray Kryscynski February 19, 2025

Every year, on the last weekend of winter break, the Skyline robotics team gathers at the machine shop in Forsythe Middle School to kick off six weeks of build season. This year, members of the robotics...

Irie Scrase ('27) running at the New Balance Nationals in Philadelphia.

How Does The Track Team Prepare For Their Spring Season?

Maeve Kilbride February 13, 2025

As the spring season comes around, our Skyline’s track team works hard with lots of diverse workouts and conditioning to get ready for their upcoming season.  Most track athletes run cross country...

Skyline Student Section during 2023's Pioneer Game

Basketball Season is Here: How Can You be an Active Part of the Student Section?

Alex Brabec February 4, 2025

The Skyline Eagles basketball team has been off to a blazing start this season, currently ranked 13 in the state of Michigan. With a group of experienced seniors and promising upcoming juniors and sophomores,...

Clean up after chuck-a-puck fundraiser at Skyline Vs Pioneer 2024 MJR Night.

Men’s Hockey Raises Awareness for Mental Health During MJR Night

Robby Shannon January 31, 2025

Skyline’s Men’s Hockey are set to host their annual Miles Jeffery Roberts (MJR) Hockey Night on Saturday, February 1st, 2025. They are playing against Howell Varsity B, with the puck drop at 5 pm....

Men's Skyline Swim and Dive performing their cheer during a home meet against Brighton.

Men Swim and Dive Recruitment Efforts Build Satisfactory Start to Season

Robby Shannon January 27, 2025

As the start of the season progresses, building and maintaining a strong new group of swimmers is key to their success. These efforts are part of a larger strategy to build a dynamic and competitive team...

Some of our Skyline High School fields.

Home Field Advantage – Comfort of Playing at Home Compared to Away

Katelyn Carey January 6, 2025

Stress is a factor that many people can experience. For athletes, it is very common to feel stressed based on how well they are playing their sport. Being comfortable in a space creates a home-like atmosphere...

Eric Kilpatrick wrapping an athlete's foot.

Who Are Our Trainers Here at Skyline?

Maeve Kilbride January 1, 2025

If an athlete gets injured, their main priority is to recover and get back into playing their sport as soon as possible. This is also the trainer's goal. “I like being able to teach people how to take...

Michigan takes down Michigan State in a close, hard fought win.

The Rise and Fall of Michigan Football

Alex Brabec December 29, 2024

After winning the 2024 National Championship, the Michigan Wolverines football team was the talk of the town, with a National Championship victory and an undefeated season behind them. But lately, the...

Hobbs Kessler running the 1500 meter race semi-finals at the Paris 2024 Olympic games where he placed 2nd.

Meet Olympic Runner and Skyline Athlete Hobbs Kessler

Shannon Anderson December 23, 2024

Just a few years ago, Hobbs Kessler was a Skyline student athlete getting ready for his next test. Now, he can say he ran at the Olympic trials for the first time when he was 18 years old and signed a...

Peter Werns ('27) and Connor Gilliand ('25) wrestling.

What is the Wrestling Team Doing to Prepare for the Season?

Radovan Krstovic December 23, 2024

Wrestling is one of, if not the most physically demanding sport in high school. The dedication needed to follow through with the sport is unmatched.  Skyline has a very good and rich history with its...

Crew teams on the ergs during a challenging race in the Skyline gym.

Keeping Up with Crew: What do Their Winter Season Workouts Consist of?

Anika Watters December 20, 2024

After a number of wins this Fall, Skyline Crew has started their Winter arc. But what does Crew actually do during the Winter?  Throughout the indoor season, athletes and coaches are wishing to see...

Noah Silkworth dunking during a basketball game.

Noah Silkworth: On and Off the Court

River Swanson December 20, 2024

Going into the 2024-25 winter basketball season, the Skyline Men’s Varsity Basketball team is ready and coming in hot. One of the star players on this team is the forward Noah Silkworth (‘25). Silkworth...

The women's soccer team prepares for a game.

Does Kicking Off in Different Seasons Leave the Girls Soccer Team Disadvantaged?

Adira Maze December 17, 2024

While the Skyline Boys Soccer team has their preseason outside on a big turf field, the Girls team has theirs crammed inside. Is having a spring season equivalent to having a fall one? The majority...

Skyline student section cheering loud while winning against UPrep

Unpacking the Impact of Fan Attendance on Student Athletes

Allie Rothenberg December 16, 2024

Is it the concessions, friends, creative themes, or the competition that brings you to a Skyline sports game?  As Skylines sports seasons unfold, attendance rates may be more than just numbers; the...

Teacher Robert Shannon smiling for the camera when interviewed by a Skyline news reporter.

The Skyron Varsity Women’s Hockey Team Glides With a New Coach by Their Side

Katelyn Carey December 16, 2024

As he steps into the coaching position for his first year, Robert Shannon, a teacher here at Skyline High School, is excited and ready to get back into hockey. “I wanted to coach hockey because I had...

A very humorous start to a race, as a t-rex joins the 2024 Regionals meet.

2024 Fall Sports Recap

Staff December 11, 2024

Luke Jordan ('24) carrying his single up to slings after challenging race.

From Rowing to Football, Skyline Athletes are Continuing Their Careers

Karl Sippola December 11, 2024

Whether it’s Luke Jordan (‘24) rowing at Wisconsin's Madison University, or Evan Rothenberg (‘23) playing quarterback for Carnegie Mellon University's football team, Skyline athletes are continuing...

Varsity Volleyball seniors smile for a picture after receiving flowers and satchels.

To Be Able To Say Thank You: The Insights of Senior Night

Julia Moe December 6, 2024

This night is memorable and emotional to many, but to seniors, it's a celebration of the memories, sweat, and sacrifice that have defined the journey.  Senior night is usually celebrated at a home...

Field Hockey Head Coach Shelby Fulkerson guiding her team during a game.

Meet Shelby Fulkerson: Skyline’s New Field Hockey Head Coach

Anika Watters November 28, 2024

After a successful season, the Skyline Girls Field Hockey team returned to the turf with new changes. In August, Shelby Fulkerson started as head coach after the retirement of Nikki Barrett, Skyline science...

Skyline Varsity Tennis Team After Placing 3rd In Regional's.

Skyline Tennis’ Routine Leads Them To Success

Radovan Krstovic November 25, 2024

Ranked 10th in the state, this year’s Skyline Varsity Men's Tennis has found massive success. The team’s hard at work allowed them to have a great season and advance to states. This team looks to continue...

Goalie Matthew Christiansen ('25), preparing to face a shot.

From Rivals to Teammates: The Skyline and Pioneer Water Polo Teams Merge

River Swanson November 22, 2024

The Skyline Men's Water Polo team has been known as one of the best in the state. Shockingly, due to a lack of players, the team has recently faced dramatic change, forcing them to merge with Pioneer's...

Skyline High School stadium during the day.

Will You Be Prepared for Your Skyline Season This Year?

Allie Rothenberg November 20, 2024

Off-sports seasons stay productive at Skyline. Off-season practice is crucial for success during the standard season.  But what are our athletes doing outside of the seasons to get ready and stay involved?...

Skyline's Pom Team Welcomes a New Face

Skyline’s Pom Team Welcomes a New Face

Julia Zhang November 14, 2024

This year, the Skyline Pompon team has a new addition. For the first time since the team was established, they have recruited a male dancer: Markell Freeman (‘27).  “I was excited [to join]! I...

Traci Lincoln ('25) getting ready for the game.

How the Varsity Football Team Worked to Improve This Year

Arturo Gonzalez November 13, 2024

In and out of practice, the Skyline football team is always working hard to win more games each year and get to the top.  “We are always putting pressure on the kids,” says Skyline Varsity Football...

Zea Moghtader-Trumbull ('28) spikes ball in Freshman volleyball match.

Freshman Volleyball Team On a Roll After Tackling Early Season Growing Pains

Jack Robichaud November 11, 2024

On the heels of a first-place win at the Freshman Tournament Saturday, September 29th, Skyline’s Freshman volleyball team revealed how they have come together as a team, despite only meeting each other...

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