Athletes of the week

Clarkston wrestlers have had their way with many opponents this season, in which they have compiled a 32-3 record. The Wolves won their sixth consecutive Oakland County championship and Oakland Activities Division I championship this year. Last week Clarkston secured its first regional championship since 2004 with a 59-9 win over five-time state champion Davison […]

Back for seconds

Although Clarkston wrestler Mike Maguire, a county and league champion this season, needs to watch his weight for the next week to stay eligible for 119 pounds, he might be encouraged to try a bowl of Corn Flakes. He and the rest of the Wolves earned a spot in the state’s grand finale in Battle […]

Ballers hit bump on the road

When you’re on top, there are always teams looking to take a shot at you. Entering this season, Clarkston basketball coach Dan Fife said the team had a bulls-eye because of their presence on other’s radar across the region. Visiting Southfield Lathrup on Friday, the Wolves (14-3, 6-2 OAA) became the prey of the host […]

Wolves eke out overtime win against Troy

Clarkston beat Troy of OAA III 62-57 on Feb. 20 in overtime at Clarkston. Dan Owens sent the game to overtime with a three-point shot with only 0:10 left in regulation. The Wolves took the game from there, outscoring the Colts 9-4 in the extra session for the win. ‘We weren’t situated in the game. […]

Clarkston hockey enters playoffs on two-game skid

The Wolves wrapped up their regular season at Oak Park against Birmingham Brother Rice Feb. 22 with a 6-1 loss to the Warriors. Clarkston finishes the regular season 7-14-3. After a much-closer 3-2 loss last season, and victories over the Warriors for the three years prior, the Wolves have a better track record against Brother […]

Swimmers take fifth at OAA meet

The Clarkston swimmers were hoping to see how many Wolves they could get into medal contention heading into the Oakland Activities Association Division II meet at Lake Orion this past weekend. The Wolves finished well in several events and parlayed their overall team score of 233 points into a tie with their hosts for fifth […]

Vballers hope to stay focused in playoffs

After turning around their 13-25-1 record from 2006, Clarkston’s volleyball team has a chance to make a mark this season. The Wolves embark on the state playoffs, playing Rochester in the district quarterfinals Friday at Romeo High School. The Wolves, 18-13-2, finished tied for fifth place at the Oakland Activities Association division I tournament on […]

Ready for a change

Life brings many shapes and colors, and they all fit into some design. Clarkston High School and Michigan State University graduate Eric Ryan has made that his life’s work. Ryan, 32, was inspired by his wife, Jen, to form his own company after he felt like he was neglecting his talent for artistry he cultivated […]

Rolling to the finish

With only one returning member of last year’s state finals-qualifying team, Clarkston boys bowling is close to getting another ticket punched to the state finals competition. The winners of the Greater Oakland Northern Lakes Conference are getting ready for the regional playoffs at Wonderland Lanes in Commerce Township on Friday and Saturday. ‘The team refuses […]

Icers tie again

Senior Night at Detroit Skating Club in Bloomfield Hills for Clarkston’s boys hockey team would have been perfect for senior captains Taylor Turner or Ryan Kenerson to provide heroics for the Wolves. Instead it was freshman Adam Frank who tied the game for Clarkston 2-2 with 4:09 remaining in the game. The Wolves (7-11-4) could […]

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