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Ethan Spozarski, Sports Editor

Ethan Spozarski is a multimedia editor in his third year on staff. He is known for his love of sports and can be found working on his Madden franchise team.

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Purb Take returns to discuss NFL week one

September 10, 2021
While it was a scary time, Zegeer said she and the other teachers in the building tried to not let the tension affect them too much.

Mary Zeeger, Math Teacher

September 10, 2021

Video story: The Class of 2021 graduates

June 9, 2021
Senior Juliana Fedorko walking to receive her diploma.

Slideshow: BHS Class of 2021 commencement

June 9, 2021

Final Purb Take podcast of the year looks at sports highlights of last four years

June 3, 2021

Purb Take looks at possible roster moves for the Pens

June 1, 2021
Roderick Wilson, a security guard at Baldwin High School, is known for his enthusiastic morning greetings to students and for attending school sports events.

Security guard’s passion for positivity stretches from activism to morning greetings

May 27, 2021
The Penguins lost to the Islanders in the first round of the NHL playoffs, which will likely lead to a big offseason for the team.

Column: Islanders will provide a battle, but Pens will win

May 14, 2021
The Girls Softball team falls to Mt. Lebanon on Monday night.

Girls softball team falls to Mt. Lebanon

May 11, 2021
The boys hockey team gather one last time with Dr. Lutz and Mr. Saras around the Pen and State Cups.

For hockey players, becoming champions was unfinished business

May 7, 2021

Video story: Baldwin celebrates return of state champion ice hockey team

May 6, 2021

Purb Take podcast debates baseball, NFL draft

May 4, 2021
Boys varsity hockey team won the 2A state championship game.

Ice hockey team celebrates state title

April 26, 2021
The ice hockey team beat Greater Latrobe on Wednesday in a pre-season tournament game.

Champions: Ice hockey team takes Pens Cup with 2-0 win over Franklin Regional

April 21, 2021
Brooke Shannon plays in a 2019 game for the girls lacrosse team. Photo contributed by Brooke Shannon

Shannon working way back from injury to help lead girls lacrosse team

April 21, 2021

Purb Take podcast offers baseball, hockey predictions

April 15, 2021
The ice hockey team beat Greater Latrobe on Wednesday in a pre-season tournament game.

Ice hockey defeats TJ in semi-final tournament game

April 15, 2021
The girls volleyball team defeated Mt. Lebanon at the senior rec game.

Boys volleyball defeats Moon

April 8, 2021
The ice hockey team beat Greater Latrobe on Wednesday in a pre-season tournament game.

Ice hockey defeats Penn-Trafford in first-round playoff game

April 6, 2021

Purb Take podcast offers final picks for March Madness

March 29, 2021

Purb Take podcast talks March Madness

March 18, 2021
March madness after a year off has returned in full force!

Opinion: March Madness returns with eyes on Big 10

March 15, 2021
The ice hockey team beat Greater Latrobe on Wednesday in a pre-season tournament game.

Ice hockey defeats Shaler, 5-2

March 12, 2021

Video story: Ice hockey falls to TJ in first loss of season

March 10, 2021

Video story: Ice hockey defeats South Fayette on senior rec night

March 2, 2021

Video story: Ice hockey team remains unbeaten with win over West Allegheny

February 23, 2021
The ice hockey team beat Greater Latrobe on Wednesday in a pre-season tournament game.

Nowicki helps ice hockey team remain undefeated

February 9, 2021
The Penguins lost to the Islanders in the first round of the NHL playoffs, which will likely lead to a big offseason for the team.

Opinion: Penguins show signs of struggle early on

February 8, 2021

Purb Take podcast offers Super Bowl predictions

February 4, 2021

Purb Take podcast previews NFC, AFC championship games

January 22, 2021
The ice hockey team beat Greater Latrobe on Wednesday in a pre-season tournament game.

Nowicki leads ice hockey team to overtime win

January 19, 2021
This weekend starts the divisional round of the 2020 NFL playoffs.

Opinion: Watch for the Saints, Bills, and Packers this weekend

January 15, 2021
Marisol, a highly talented Latino student played by actress Cree Cicchino, is blossoming into an important role in the show.

Mr. Iglesias after finishes their third season and is excelling

January 12, 2021

Purb Take podcast previews opening weekend of NLF playoffs

January 8, 2021
With Christmas just a few days away, it's time for last-minute shoppers to get shopping.

The 15 School Days of Christmas: Time to tackle last-minute shopping

December 23, 2020
During this shutdown, the hockey team has decided to work on personal growth and staying in shape. 

Lorenzo Shipley, ice hockey

December 15, 2020

Purb Take podcast discuss Steelers loss, NFL leaders, college results

December 8, 2020
The ice hockey team beat Greater Latrobe on Wednesday in a pre-season tournament game.

Another Keith Reed hat trick from leads ice hockey to a big win

December 8, 2020
Trevor Belak (left) and his brother, Dylan, are key members of the Baldwin ice hockey team.

Belak brothers turn early start into ice hockey family tradition

December 7, 2020
The ice hockey team remains undefeated after a game against Penn-Trafford.

Hockey team defeats Moon Township, remains undefeated

December 1, 2020
Due to rising COVID-19 rates in the region, the district has moved to an all-remote model through Dec. 11.

[PHOTO] Move to all-remote learning draws mixed reactions from students

November 24, 2020
Many students who were remote learners all year say they look forward to being in school next year.

[PHOTO] Many remote students look forward to being in school next year

May 26, 2021
For members of Baldwin's Class of 2020, including Kent State freshman Joey Weber, COVID-19 has complicated the first semester of college life.

College during corona: Baldwin grads tackle challenges in first semester

November 24, 2020
Adding to the dominant performance by Baldwin’s offense, the Highlanders put 58 shots on goal against the Mustangs.

Keith Reed, Trevor Belak score hat tricks to lead hockey to 11-0 win over Plum

November 13, 2020
The ice hockey team remains undefeated after a game against Penn-Trafford.

Ice hockey team defeats TJ for second straight win

November 6, 2020
As the NFL approaches its halfway mark, a few teams stand out.

In a big NFL season, 3 teams stand out so far

October 30, 2020

Video story: Homecoming game, festivities bring a bit of normalcy to year

October 27, 2020
After a year of isolation, though, people who grew used to the calm, solitary environment of quarantine will soon have to face a reopened and once again bustling society.

Opinion: It is time to move to a 4-day, in-school plan

October 23, 2020
Senior Colton Brain has excelled in both the classroom and on the field.

Brain stands tall at QB for Highlanders

October 23, 2020
For the third straight year, the Baldwin golf team has reached the playoffs.

Golf team reaches playoffs for third straight year

September 28, 2020
The Highlander football team, its 14-day quarantine over, played Norwin on Friday and lost, 28-12.

Despite quarantine, football team has high hopes for season

September 18, 2020

VIDEO: Despite unusual year, cheer team looks to keep on winning

September 18, 2020
The football team earned a win over Hollidaysburgh in the first game of the season.

Football team rolls to win in first game

September 14, 2020
The Special Olympics and Best Buddies programs have made an impact at Baldwin.

Column: Special Olympics, Best Buddies create memories

June 4, 2020
The NHL's new playoff format will bring in some underdogs.

Underdogs, powerhouse teams will light up NHL playoffs

June 3, 2020
Steelers fans have questioned the team's decisions during this off-season.

Column: Steelers did some good work in draft

April 28, 2020
The series All American is inspired by the life of pro football player Spencer Paysinger.

What to Binge Watch: All American not just for football fans

April 9, 2020
The Baldwin unified bocce team on Tuesday lost for the first time this season.

Baldwin bocce teams wrap up season

March 5, 2020

PODCAST: Pens make big trades, baseball hits spring training

February 28, 2020
Naseer Penn will play football at the University of Maine.

Naseer Penn

February 26, 2020
3 band students earn spot at PMEA regional competition

3 band students earn spot at PMEA regional competition

February 20, 2020
The ice hockey team remains undefeated after a game against Penn-Trafford.

Sophomores lead the way as ice hockey defeats Montour

February 18, 2020
The ice hockey team remains undefeated after a game against Penn-Trafford.

Hockey winning streak comes to an end in close loss

February 11, 2020
The Baldwin gymnastics team placed fourth in the States competition over the weekend.

Gymnastics takes second at meet

January 14, 2020

VIDEO STORY: Hockey team stays unbeaten with win over Plum

January 10, 2020

Podcast takes a look at college football playoffs

December 19, 2019
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