Football
Head Coach: Joe Bacon (18th year)
2024 Record: 9-1. GAC Central: 5-0, Conference Champions.
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Top Returners: Xavier Jackson, Isiah Hayden, Isaac & Isaiah Lusa, Jayden Noel, Cason Vollmer, Phillip Arpasi, Trey Barnes, Cam Sherman, Jayden Burleson.
Top Newcomers: Jude Miller, Elijah Davis, Jaden Blattel, Malik Smith.
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Team Goals/Expectations: The boys have put in significant work this off-season to prepare for this year. While we lost some great players from last year's squad, we have young guys that are stepping up and working hard to fill in those holes well. We expect to compete hard every week and to give every team on our schedule a run for their money.
Quote: "The amount of leadership within our senior class is remarkable. There are so many young men who are leading by example and keeping the bar high - it's a great thing to see and we're excited to see where that takes us this season." Joe Bacon
First Game: Thursday, August 28th at Pattonville at 7pm
Boys Soccer
Head Coach: Matt Dwyer (3rd Year)
Top Returners: Daniel Galloway, Karson Busse, Sam Hancock, Ben Phillips
Top Newcomers: Colin Kircher, Lano Aziz
Team Goals/Expectations: The Panthers are coming off a down year with a large amount of injuries. Many players were put to the test as starters last year and experienced a lot of growth. We return 8 players that started most games for us last year, and 2 additional tha played meaningful minutes. We expect to have a solid season and compete in every game this year!
Quote: "We return a solid group of starters from last year; many who were tested due to multiple injuries to senior players. The boys put in work in the spring and maximized their time in the summer window as well. We added some key new players to the team. We are looking to have a stronger season than last year."
First Match: Our first match is against Wentzville-Holt on Aug 28 at HOME.
Varsity Softball
Head Coach: Steve Siebert (16th year)
Returning Players
· Seniors: Kiana Noel
· Juniors: Payton Paluch
· Sophomores: Caroline Fox, Sydney Bonzo, Kiera McClanahan, Harper Hayden, Annaliese Strange
Top Newcomers
· Emma Wheeler (Fr)
· Allyson Stroud (Fr)
· Isabella Cavazos (Soph)
· Peyton Smith (Jr)
· Eleanor Kriegesman (Fr)
· Briley Cargal (Fr)
2024 Honors
· All-Conference: Kiana Noel, Caroline Fox, Peyton Paluch, Kiera McClanahan
· All-District: Kiana Noel, Caroline Fox
Season Outlook
Coming off a strong 17-8 season in 2024, the varsity squad returns four standout players who earned All-Conference and/or All-District recognition. In addition, the program welcomes six talented newcomers who are expected to make an immediate impact. With the addition of more young pitchers and a solid returning core, the team looks to continue building on last season’s success.
Goals & Expectations
The program emphasizes growth both on and off the field, with every player expected to put forth maximum effort, develop as a teammate, and show positive sportsmanship. The team’s mission is to compete with energy, discipline, and pride in every game.
Coach’s Quote – Steve Siebert
"We have a strong core of players returning this year and some exciting new additions to the program with tons of potential. We are going to work hard on developing our skills and building team cohesiveness to be able to compete in every game this year. We are excited to see how the girls rise to the challenge."
Girls Tennis
Head Coach: Gene Miller (4th year).
Assistant Coach: Duane Ludwig (4th year).
Top Returners: Emery Layne, Leah Rosenberg, Mia Durbin, Kenzie Gentemann, Reagan Jones, Brooke Sieve, Julia Matviyiv
Top Newcomers: Faith Huss, Izzy McCandless, Stacie Miller, Amber Brinkmann, Brecklyn Peters, Ella Twillman, and Hadde Catizon
Team Goals/Expectations: The Panthers are still adjusting to moving the bigger conference and top class in state. Many of our girls play multiple sports and are great athletes. We will compete with everyone this season.
Quote: "This is a special season, because the seniors are the first girls to have the same coaches all four years in tennis. Consistency, expectations, and teamwork are keys to a successful season." Gene Miller
First Match: Our first match is at home against Fort Zumwalt South on August 28th and JV will be at South.
Girls Golf
Head Coach: Jason Harshman (3rd year)
Asst. Coach : Ryan Mahler (3rd year)
Top Returners: Isa Flores,Olivia Finley, Rylie Valentine, Kennedy Thomure, Chloe Mcleod, Chloe Elgart, Annabelle Moss, Chloe Rodgers, Millie Lawing, and Alonna Wellman
Top Newcomers: Samantha Bellerson, Payton Sanders, London Silber
Team Goals/Expectations: The Panthers are coming off a school record best season of 10-1, including a conference 2nd place finish record of 5-1. The girls also added their first ever trophy to the case with a 2nd place finish at the Troy Invitational. Returning are two state qualifiers Isa Flores and Olivia Finley along with many other varsity quality players. The team expects to match last season's record and add even more trophies to the case as we set our eyes towards earning the programs first ever GAC and District championships.
Quote: "Every year I brag about how much better the team is getting and this season is no exception. Every girl has improved during the off season and they are proving they want to be the best team FZN has ever had. " Jason Harshman
First Match: Our first match is against Warrenton at our home course, St. Peters Golf Club, August 29th. First tee time is 3:30 pm.
Girls Volleyball
Head Coach: Scott Clynes - 14th year
Top Returners: Karis Hearne, Caylee William, Alyson Williams, Colbie Hoffmann, Payton Buckman, Gabi Cusumano, Addison Livesay, Lilly Hahn
Top Newcomers: Maddie Jones, Nadia Bray
Team Goals/Expectations: Coming off a good season last year, expectations are higher this year because the majority of the team is returning. Looking to take Conference Title and make a run at Districts
First Match: Our first match is at home on Sept. 2 against St. Charles West. Freshman and JV at 4 and Varsity afterwards.
Cross Country
Head Coach: Josh Janisse (13th year)
Top Returners: State Qualifiers- Lukah Sandine, Madison Modde
Top Newcomers: Ella Strecker
Team Goals/Expectations: The Panthers cross-country program is ready for a strong season. The girls' team, fresh off a conference title, returns six of its seven varsity runners, including state qualifiers Lukah Sandine and Madison Modde. On the boys' side, we're excited to see what Miles VanWave and Ethan Glenn can accomplish as they lead the returning varsity runners.
Quote: "You gotta risk it for the biscuit. This is our team motto this year. Don’t be afraid to give your best.” Senior Lukah Sandine
First Meet: Our first meet of the year is the FZN Twilight Invitational under the lights at SLYSA soccer complex on Aug 29th. The Panthers are looking forward to kicking the season off strong.
Boys Swim & Dive
Head Coach: Alice Maloney (7th year)
Key Returners: Hayden Orf, Liam Boyle, and Noah Brinker, Brendan Schremmer, Ben Marsek, Everett Swinney, Burke Mergenthaler
Promising Newcomers: Mark Burgard (Diver), Eric Bello, Eli Jaromack, Matthew Lubiewski, and Caleb Mason
Season Outlook
The North High School Swim & Dive team, known as the Swim & DiveCats, enters a rebuilding season after graduating six key seniors from last year's squad. The team is coming off a historic back-to-back GAC Championship, a testament to their previous success. This year's challenge is to develop a young and inexperienced roster, a task the coaching staff and seasoned upperclassmen are prepared to take on.
"At North, we are used to developing our own athletes because very few individuals join the team with any competitive swim or dive experience," said Head Coach Alice Maloney. "The boys learn that their hard work and dedication will shine in the end; they just have to be willing to make the commitment."
Schedule/First Meet
The Swim & DiveCats kick off their season with an away meet on Friday, August 29, at 4 p.m. at Bangert Park Pool for the Lutheran/Vertas Relay Meet. Their first home meet at the St. Peters Rec Plex will be on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. against the Liberty Eagles.
