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The Spyglass

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Many athletes this year have given up their sport and many other athletes have made huge commitments. Here is a collage of all the amazing athletes that are focused on this year. "I'm glad I was able to share my perspective on why I choose to quit football, as well as give other athlete's to share their stories," Koeings '26 shares about his thoughts of this article.

From Passion to Pressure

Mason Smith and Violet Doyle
December 20, 2024
BOYS BASKETBALL IS BACK. Roman Romer ‘26 jumps off for the first game of the Galena Boys Basketball in the Scales Mound Annual Turkey Tournament. “It was kinda hard to get into the basketball mode after a great run in football, but after the first tip it felt great to be back,” said Romer.

Pirates Start Hot

Mason Smith, Staff Writer
December 6, 2024
INTERCEPTED! Gus Nack ‘26 picks off the ball to help the Pirates win over Marquette. This was Gus’s second turnover of the game after he forced a fumble. “That play felt surreal because this was my first interception of the season and it was when my team needed it.” Nack said.

Galena Pirates vs Marquette Rebels: A Clash for the Ages

Mason Smith, Staff Writer
November 19, 2024
Touchdown! Myles Schumacher ‘25 breaks free and scores a touchdown for the Galena Pirates. The crowd erupted as the Pirates took an early lead. “It felt great to get the first touchdown of the game,” said Schumacher.

Galena Breaks Playoff Drought

Mason Smith, Staff Writer
November 7, 2024
WATCH OUT! Mya McCoy ‘26 jumps in the air preparing to dish out an ace for the Pirates.

Galena Continues Their Dominating Streak

Mason Smith, Staff Writer
October 28, 2024
SHHHHHH Everyone Quiet. Brant Romer 27’ teeing off on hole 7 of the 2024 IHSA Boys Class 1A Regionals. 

Boys Regionals and Sectionals Golf 

Mason Smith, Staff Writer
October 16, 2024
Caption: JUNIOR CLASS WINS THE SKIT NIGHT! Drew Koenigs ‘26 and his classmates celebrate when they announce the winners for Skit Night. “It was a great experience. I feel we always do so well because our grade has the most participation and embraces the spotlight,” said Drew Koenigs. 

Homecoming 2024:BOARD GAMES

Mason Smith, Staff Writer
October 4, 2024
Pirates Sweep Thunderdome, JV, and Freshmen Teams Triumph

Pirates Sweep Thunderdome, JV, and Freshmen Teams Triumph

Mason Smith, Staff Writer
September 18, 2024
The Story of Galena High School

The Story of Galena High School

Mason Smith, Staff Writer
September 9, 2024
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