The student news site of Northwest High School in Jackson, Michigan

The Moxie Mountie

The student news site of Northwest High School in Jackson, Michigan

The Moxie Mountie

The student news site of Northwest High School in Jackson, Michigan

The Moxie Mountie

In the Clutch: Is this a new beginning or an end for graduating athletes?

In the Clutch: Is this a new beginning or an end for graduating athletes?

Kaleb Kittinger-Munro, Journalist February 9, 2023

   Is this the end or the start of a new beginning? This is the question many senior athletes, including myself, must encounter at some point this year.   This is where we must decide whether we...

Mountie Clay Crushers look to future after recent success

Mountie Clay Crushers look to future after recent success

Tyler Hughey, Journalist January 27, 2023

   One of the more unique sports, Mounite Clay Crushers, is also one that lacks publicity. It may be popular among those involved, but for the rest of the school, the team and their successes are not...

In The Clutch: Depth proves successful for both Varsity basketball teams

In The Clutch: Depth proves successful for both Varsity basketball teams

Kaleb Kittinger-Munro, Journalist January 25, 2023

   Both of Northwest's varsity basketball teams have found success on the court this season because of their team depth. So far, the boys' team is 6-4, and the girls' team is 9-1.     Currently,...

Senior earns Athlete of the Week honor

Senior earns Athlete of the Week honor

Mason Schroeder, Editor-In-Chief January 19, 2023

Jacob Swartz participating in a student-lead cheer during Cancer Awareness football game.

Plan to improve school spirit proves successful

Emma Flynn, Feature Editor November 1, 2022

   From silence to cheers, our school’s school spirit has been a concerning issue these past couple of years. With the return of Superfans, the intent is to increase involvement at school events.     Superfans...

Jackson United hockey game ends in combating shootout

Jackson United hockey game ends in combating shootout

Riley Henderson, Assistant Editor February 15, 2022

Jackson's local hockey team, Jackson United, had a feudal match against Pinckney. After an endless battle between the two, Jackson United took the victory with a score of 4-3.       The score...

Seniors Lioba Werner, Chloe Laird, Khrystine Weesner, and Kennedy Maynard (right to left) playing in the pep band at  Snowfest games.

Northwest’s pep band continues legacy

Mason Schroeder, Sport's Editor February 11, 2022

   After years of success, the Mountie pep band has become very well known. Bryan Mangiavellano, the band teacher at the high school, is the lead director of this compact ensemble.    This group...

OVERTIME: Varsity athletes battle in-season injuries

OVERTIME: Varsity athletes battle in-season injuries

Mason Schroeder, Sports Editor February 10, 2022

     Injuries in sports are inevitable, ranging from rug burns, blisters, sore legs, sprained ankles, bumps, and bruises. With athletes' bodies constantly going through many movements and changes, playing...

Junior wrestler finds success, looks to the future

Junior wrestler finds success, looks to the future

Noah Banner, Web Journalist February 1, 2022

   Many athletes find a particular sport that they enjoy and continue beyond their childhood. Junior Adam Haselius found a sport that he loves, and it is beginning to benefit him immensely.    Haselius,...

OVERTIME: More students needed to improve spirit of student section

OVERTIME: More students needed to improve spirit of student section

Mason Schroeder, Sports Editor February 1, 2022

   The "Win Now" mentality is what the Northwest student section needs to have. Supportive, cheering, and encouraging are attributes that each student should bring to every game.    For the past...

Coach Parker instructing his team in a basketball gave against Battle Creek Harper Creek

New coach, new team, new beginning

Mason Schroeder, Sports Editor January 19, 2022

   A new coach is at the helm of Northwest’s Freshman basketball team, Coach Michael Parker. A graduate of Jackson High School found a new home here in the Mountie Nation, and with being the new coach...

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