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U-High Midway
The Student News Site of University of Chicago Laboratory High School

U-High Midway
The Student News Site of University of Chicago Laboratory High School

U-High Midway
Can they play? Transgender athletes face barriers to compete

Can they play? Transgender athletes face barriers to compete

Lucia Kouri, Meena Lee, and Clare O'Connor
April 12, 2022
Senior Will Maharry has set several school records for diving, but his dedication to the team and unwavering support for his teammates makes him stand out.

Deep Dive: Senior diver sets records, supports team

Colin Leslie, Assistant Editor
March 4, 2022
Swim coach Kate Chronic addresses senior Spencer McKula after she applies a bandage to his hand injury. Using first-aid skills she gained while working as a paramedic, she removed Spencer’s stitches at swim practice.

A case of Chronic coaching: Swim coach and paramedic pushes others to succeed

Caroline Hohner, Features Editor
December 16, 2021
Sophomore Elizabeth Oyler set three school records during IHSA sectionals on Nov. 6.

Girls swimming and diving set school records during post-season

Joaquin Figueroa, Reporter
November 12, 2021
Sophomore Chloe Hurst sets the ball in a game against The British School on Sept. 28.

Across all fall sports, teams find success

Amy Ren and Joaquin Figueroa
October 5, 2021
For many Lab students, the lakefront is an iconic location to meet friends, play and relax on the century old limestone blocks lining the shore.

Erosion and Repairs: Chicago’s old lakefront is disappearing

Erich Raumann, Reporter
June 2, 2021
Senior Tolu Johnson faces a player from North Shore Country Day on March 13 with a 65-51 loss. Despite the shortened season, Tolu was glad to have three weeks to spend with his team before they go to different colleges.

Despite short season, seniors enthusiastic to play their sport a final time

Amon Gray, Assistant Editor
March 16, 2021
Both spring and winter sports have been given approval to begin their seasons.

Winter, spring sports begin at last

Téa Tamburo, Content Manager
February 28, 2021
In late June, Midway Aquatics, the swim club previously affiliated with the Laboratory Schools for both boys and girls teams, disassociated from the University of Chicago and the Laboratory Schools to form a new independent club, M3A. 

Midway Aquatics separates from Laboratory Schools to form independent club

Grace Holleb, Health and Wellness Editor
October 2, 2020
TUCK AND DIVE. Executing an inward dive tuck, sophomore Ben Luu competes at the Gerald Ratner Athletics Center Feb. 6. At the meet, which was senior night. Ben Cifu and Charles Chen ended their high school swimming careers. It was also coach Paul Gunty’s last meet, as he is retiring after coaching for 44 years, the last 30 years at U-High.

Photo: Senior night meet for swimming and diving

Nicky Edwards-Levin, Sports Editor
February 24, 2020
Junior Jayne Crouthamel swims during earlier October 5 meet, a dive to save lives fundraiser. Jayne qualified for State in the Athletes with Disabilities 50 and 100 Yard Freestyle events.

Girls swimming finishes strong season

Nicky Edwards-Levin, Arts Editor
November 22, 2019
Senior Ava McKula dives into the pool during the senior night match Nov. 5

Friendly and focused: Girls swimming adds diving team members

Olivia Griffin, Assistant Editor
November 11, 2019
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