Debate is more than just a class. Debate is a way to learn to think, learn and communicate in a way that most people don’t. Debate is a way to get involved with other students and the Payson community. Debate is a way to be knowledgeable about the world around you. Debate has helped change me to be a better citizen.
By Brigham Flint
The race has begun. In early January, Payson athletes assembled at the indoor track to begin practicing for the upcoming track season. Their goal is simple: win a state title by 2020.
By Braden Clark
After starting the season off on a high note with a record of 1-1, our girls took a mighty spill after a difficult pre-season they have managed a 2-15 record. Surprisingly enough they have already doubled their record from last year so if we are to look at something positive that must be it.
By Brigham Flint
Going into January 18, the Payson Lions had not yet lost a region game. The Juab Wasps would put them to the test.
Around 7:00, the teams ran onto the court. After the introduction of the starting lineup, the game began. Early on, it appeared to be a very even matchup. However, just before the half, the Wasps pulled ahead and began to build a lead. At halftime, Juab was up 20-14.
By Braden Clark
By McKell Wall
Basketball games, football games, they do it all. Dance Company is one of the most well known dance groups in our school. With nine seniors, seven juniors, and five sophomores they strive to entertain audiences with their technique and emotion shown in their dance performances. Dance Company does many different styles of dance but their main style is definitely contemporary.
The months of December, January, and February are huge for Payson’s drill team. Although they perform all throughout the school year, these months are their competition season.
National Honors Society is out making a difference this Christmas season. They have done many things to serve others. The things they have done are the angel tree, went caroling at Mountain air nursing home, served dinner at the Wal-Mart Christmas party and fed the homeless.
By Braden Clark
There are some notable cheerleading groups in the world today the Cowboy, Laker, and Raider cheerleaders, those cheerleaders sure do know how to keep their fans cheering. Here in Payson we have an excellent group of girls, a total of 16 girls, who always are looking to pump up the crowd no matter the score.
By Cherilyn Elder and Megan Ballamis
Payson High’s concert band, orchestra and jazz band did phenomenally at their Christmas concert December 13. Jazz band opened up the concert with six songs. Instrumental solos were done by Abby Bennion, Josh Tracy, Grace Heaps, and Nathaniel Meyers. A vocal solo was performed by Karanda Heimuli.
