The student voice of Perry High School

The Precedent
The student voice of Perry High School

The Precedent
The student voice of Perry High School

The Precedent
Wyatt Lehti

Wyatt Lehti, Sports and Photos Editor

Wyatt is a senior at Perry high school. This is his second year on the Precedent staff. Wyatt likes rock climbing, playing Fortnite with Taylor, and thrift shopping. Wyatt also enjoys fishing and listening to music.

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Senior running back Don Tinsley breaks away for a heavy gain against the Williams Field defenders. Perry defeated Williams Field 31-30 in a game that went all the way until the last play

Varsity football soars to 7-3

Wyatt Lehti, Sports and Photos Editor
December 7, 2023
Junior Outside Hitter and Kansas State volleyball commit Avery Stones prepares to return the ball to the other end of the court. The total recruitment process for Stones took about four total months, starting way back in June.

College sports: students choosing where to sign

Wyatt Lehti, Sports and Photos Editor
December 7, 2023
Junior quarterback Diesel Taylor prepares to pass to a wide receiver. This was Taylor’s first regular season start, where he left with a 51-13 win against Desert Vista.  

Junior multi-sport athlete starts as varsity quarterback

Wyatt Lehti, Sports and Photos Editor
December 7, 2023
Senior Eli Mesa completes a bicep curl during one of his weekly workouts. Mesa regularly works out to prepare for track season in March

Athletes over break

Wyatt Lehti and Taylor Relvas
December 7, 2023

Counterpoint vs. Point: Is conference utilized efficiently or are students wasting time?

Wyatt Lehti, Sports and Photos Editor
December 7, 2023
This year, the Homecoming theme was New York and took place on Sept. 23. Out of those surveyed, most students attended the dance.

Behind the scenes: Homecoming dance

Wyatt Lehti, Sports and Photos Editor
December 7, 2023
Senior libero Nicole Kim serves the ball to start a point. Serving is a crucial skill in the game of volleyball, and is a main focus in practices.

Practice makes perfect

Wyatt Lehti, Sports and Photos Editor
September 8, 2023
Hope Institute CEO Derek Lee gives a speech on the importance of suicide awareness and the Institute itself. The Institute opened on Wed. Aug. 30, giving intensive therapy to students with suicidal thoughts.

Hope Institute opens doors with on-campus ceremony

Wyatt Lehti, Sports and Photos Editor
September 1, 2023

Football kicks season off with 51-13 win against Desert Vista

Wyatt Lehti, Sports and Photos Editor
August 25, 2023
Junior wide receiver Hayden Moon (#17) and senior wide receiver Jaden Barth (#5) celebrate a touchdown reception by Moon. The team was ready for the away game, as Moon stated, “[An away game] definitely motivates us more, it’s always more fun to go out and get a road win.”

Junior quarterback Diesel Taylor prepares to make a pass. Throughout the game, most of the success offensively was through passing the ball.

Sophomore long snapper Tanyon Erdman (#54) prepares to snap the ball to the placeholder for an extra point attempt. The offensive line is lined up and focused as well, ready to defend junior kicker James Dean.

Junior linebacker Jaiden Quiba (#24) makes a fumble recovery. The defense was ready for some plays from the opposing team, as sophomore Tanyon Erdman stated, “[We were] going against their plays on defense.”

Senior wide receiver Kolton Coleman points to the sky in celebration after a receiving touchdown. Wide receivers were making plays all game on offense, including multiple receiving touchdowns.

Senior quarterback Daniel Rustin prepares to take a snap on offense. Rustin was prepared for the opening game, as he stated, “I like away games more, it feels like an us against the world mentality.”

Auditions week can be very stressful for those who participate. It is important to have a balance between auditions and other factors of life to not become overwhelmed.

Drama club kicks off auditions for “Mean Girls”

Wyatt Lehti, Sports and Photos Editor
August 11, 2023
Junior Maddox Ford attempts to evade the defense on a kick return in practice. During this practice, the defense was able to tackle Ford due to the new equipment.

Football players dodging heat in new equipment

Wyatt Lehti, Sports and Photos Editor
August 7, 2023
Senior Evan Magana (Left) Converses with senior Hudson Palevsky (Right). This area of the lunchroom is one of the most prominent renovations, with the long "S" shaped tables.

Lunchroom renovations feature creative, unique designs

Wyatt Lehti, Sports and Photos Editor
July 28, 2023
In the valley, temperatures can reach over 110 degrees Fahrenheit. When that is mixed with the bright sun, athletes need to adapt to training in the hotter months.

Athletes training in summer heat

Wyatt Lehti, Staff Reporter
May 18, 2023
Senior Guard Jayla Cal blocks a pass from an opposing team member in the game against Fairfax. The game ended with a score of 74-45 with Perry up.

Season in Review: Girls Basketball

Koen Martineau and Wyatt Lehti
March 10, 2023
Senior guard Cody Williams during the boys basketball state championship on Mar .4, 2023 against Sunny Slope. Perry taking the win 74-58

[Photo] Senior Cody Williams selected for McDonald’s All American Game

Tristan McCammond, Staff Reporter
March 10, 2023
Junior guard Barron Silsby (Left), senior guard Ben Egbo (Middle left), junior Noah Davis (Middle right), and junior guard Benett Kaup celebrate their state championship. The team took the title home for the second year in a row.

Boys basketball defends their state title for second year

Wyatt Lehti, Staff Reporter
March 10, 2023
Season 3 continues the story of the Pogues, introducing some new characters as well. The season also focuses on new themes of traveling and even more treasure hunting.

Outer Banks season 3: another future classic

Wyatt Lehti, Staff Reporter
March 10, 2023
Senior forward and guard Khamil Pierre attempts a layup over Basha defenders. Girls basketball scored twice as much as Basha in a 66-33 win.

Girls basketball off to almost undefeated start

Wyatt Lehti, Staff Reporter
December 16, 2022
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