By Daniela Garcia

The boy’s soccer season is quickly coming to an end. These boys have had an amazing season; they tied for first in region and got second in state. Our lions won their first state playoff game against Bear River. Team captain Tyler Watson scored the winning goal to take them to the next game. “Our boys have worked hard and have done really well this season. I am proud to say I am the coach of these awesome boys!” says Wright. We all wish you luck Mighty Lions!

By Maygan Straight

Last Saturday 10 girls put themselves out there to compete in the Miss Payson Pageant. Though our winner was regrettably not from Payson, we had 5 stars that were from our great city.

Mercedes Jons, Nancy Pratt, Emily Hayes, Ysabella Matta, and Kylee Swensen got sponsors, found a cause, and showcased their talents all to compete for the title of queen.

By Spencer Durrant

      Springtime isn’t a time to clean out the house and the yard – it’s a time for football. Spring practices for college teams are happening, and the NFL draft provided plenty of excitement, even though the NFL season doesn’t start until August.

By KD Apgood

The 100th year of Payson has been one to remember. We have started so many new traditions and have continued with new ones. The best part of this year has been working together as a team to help our school come together. We love doing assemblies, lunch time activities, and going to after school events. All of the student council members have become one big family.

PHS Librarian, Judy Skinner, is retiring after a 24 year career in education. Skinner has been an employee at Payson High for 18 years, 6 years spent as a P.E. and health teacher, and 12 years as the librarian.

During her years as librarian Skinner has witnessed many advances in technology, including the addition of a new computer lab.

“It was really exciting to have the library remodeled and get a computer lab,” Skinner said.

Payson High School sophomore Dallin Neaves won an Apple iPad courtesy of the Ken Garff Keys to Success Program.

50 students nominated for Key Cards during the year had a chance to participate in the competition for the iPad during an assembly held at Payson High May 7. Neaves said the moment his name was called to compete he knew it was his lucky day.

“I had no doubt I was going to win when I stepped onto the basketball court. I was pretty pumped,” said Neaves.

By Taylor Campbell

Current students and alumni will remember for years their sophomore English, or AP literature class.  Controversial topics, classic literature, and especially the infamous poetry portfolio are all things we may remember, but what we will always remember is the teacher that taught us how to enjoy all types of literature, Mrs. Earl.

Darrin Wright of Wright Chiropractic was the guest speaker at Payson High School’s Windows on the Workplace, April 20. Wright spoke to the students about the difference between being a medical doctor and a chiropractor and the benefits of the two. Among other things chiropractors learn about nerves and bones in a way a doctor does not. Wright also shared the enjoyment of his profession with the students.

By Daniela Garcia

 The PHS tennis team uses being a young team to their advantage by using their quickness and high energy to shut down their opponent. Sitting second in region is a very hard earned spot. With only four seniors on this year’s team, most of their players will return next year. The seniors are Jordan Wood first singles, Connor Hart second singles, and doubles Jakob Johnson and Bryce Clyde.