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Football Standouts Set New Program Records
Sophomore quarterback Nile Knutson and senior running back Ryder Hooks set new school records, securing their spots in Thunderhawk gridiron history. In a recent game against league rival Mason, Knutson, the Hawks' sophomore quarterback, threw for an
Thunderhawks Fall 40–35 at Mason Despite Record-Breaking Performances
Lakota East Football suffered its first loss of the 2025 season Friday night, falling 40–35 in a thrilling GMC matchup at Mason. The night began on a tough note for the Thunderhawks, as an early safety at the 2:18 mark of the first quarter gave Mason a
Putters Athletes of the Week for 9/4/25
Congratulations to Carson Shroyer (Football) & Ady Schaefer (Tennis)
Football Holds off Oak Hills, 14-7
Football took another big step this past Friday holding off Oak Hills at home 14-7. East put the first points on the board at the 2:34 mark in the first half on a 49-yard interception return for a TD by Carson Shroyer. The Hawks knocked on the door several
Football Rallies to Beat Centerville
Lakota East rallied from a 13-12 halftime deficit with a 23-0 run in the second half to beat Centerville 35-20 in the first game of coach Jon Kitna’s third season. Lakota East avenged three straight season-opening losses to Centerville, which
East Sends 35 Signee's Off to Their Collegiate Dreams!
Lakota East Celebrates Signing Day for Standout Student-Athletes It was a bright and shining day for a talented group of Lakota East seniors on Friday as the East Athletic Department hosted its annual Signing Day Celebration. The event recognized a
Football Advances over West Clermont
Head coach John Kitna led his team to a playoff appearance in his second year at the helm at Lakota East. The Thunderhawks were making their first playoff appearance since 2022 and seeking their first win in the postseason since 2020. Winners of five of their
Football Downs Oak Hills
East closed out their regular season schedule last Friday with another GMC win, their 7th of the season (7-2 GMC, 7-3 overall). This is the most league wins by a East Football team since the team ran the table in the GMC in 2004 (7-0). After a scoreless 1st
El Caporal Team of the Week is Football
This week's El Caporal Lakota East Team of the Week is the East Football Team East Football has had a strong season in 2024...and it's not over yet! The Hawks will finish the regular season at Oak Hills on Friday and anticipate earning a
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