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The Gleaner

The student news site of Wahlert Catholic High School

The Gleaner

The student news site of Wahlert Catholic High School

The Gleaner

Maria Klein, 19 (front) is the only senior on the Girls Varsity Basketball team. Despite that, she has looked to former Wahlert athletes and her teammates for encouragement and support. The Eagles come back from break to play Kennedy at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 4 at Wahlert.

Klein’s time to shine

Maddie McCarron, Editor January 3, 2019

The lone standing senior on the basketball court, Maria Klein or “Mer” as her teammates and coaches call her, not only shows up as a team leader but also as a team player. Klein has been playing...

Bryce Anstoetter, 20, walks off the mat in pride after pinning his opponent.

Wrestling for a clean finish

Ashley Steele, Reporter December 18, 2018

by Ashley Steele Of the Gleaner   After the wrestling team won its first state title in the schools’ history last year, this year’s members are ready to do whatever it takes for the same...

Hustling Huseman
Finishing the race strong, Aunna Huseman is one of the leading runners for the girls cross country team.

Cross Country teams prepare for Districts

Jamie Vondra, Reporter October 12, 2018

A successful season for the boys’ and girls’ cross country teams is coming to a close. The girls’ team is currently ranked first in the state with the boys’ team ranked seventh. Districts will...

Eagles lead the way

Eagles lead the way

Maddie McCarron, Reporter May 31, 2018

Many sports teams at Wahlert strive to build leadership characteristics within their programs. But unlike other Wahlert sports, Head Football Coach Travis Zajac holds a leadership council for the football...

Wahlert girls huddle after winning their first game this season against Davenport Central.

Young Eagles learning how to fly

May 30, 2018

The Wahlert softball team began its season last week. The team's record is 2-6 as of May 30th. Wahlert started by playing Tuesday at Iowa City High. They lost both games. To start off the game, Lily...

Another state winner

Another state winner

Paige Hummel, Reporter May 25, 2018

Many of you know Aliyah Carter, ‘20, the crazy good athlete who was all over the Telegraph Herald during volleyball season. Carter decided to go out for track this spring and has accomplished some amazing...

Leaping into state
Matt Bandy, 19, competes in high jump. Bandy jumped 63 at state which placed him 6th.

Boys finish 4th at State

Jared Weber, Reporter May 25, 2018

Once again the boys’ track team qualified multiple events for state and finished fourth overall.  Several relays and individuals placed high in their respective events. The 4x800 relay of Jacob...

Awards Awards. and more Awards
Zach Kemp, and Anna Herrig, 19 show off the Gailen P. Thomas Award, rewarding  their success in the classroom and their respective sports.

Student athletes recognized at Awards Assembly

Jared Weber, Reporter May 25, 2018

Many know the athletes on the court or field from newspaper interviews, awards, state championships, and walking down the hallways as a freshman looking up to the successful high school athletes. But,...

The girls track team poses for a picture with their team runner up trophy.

The final run

Maddie McCarron, Reporter May 23, 2018

The Wahlert girls’ track team continued its legacy on the blue oval at the state track meet this past weekend in Des Moines. They placed second overall, setting two new state meet records and bringing...

BRINGING IT 
Owen Funke, 18, pitches against Dubuque Hempstead.

Baseball off-season no more

Jared Weber, Reporter May 7, 2018

School is coming to an end, summer is nearing, and baseball season is just around the corner. This means cold spring nights and hot summer days on the diamond. The team has gone to state the past three...

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