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During his training, sophomore Carter Sims spends the afternoon reviewing game strategies and focusing on his mental preparedness. “A hockey game is about two things: your mental game, and your knowledge,” Sims said. “Those are the two most important things in this game.”

Speeding Through The Ice: Meet Carter Sims

Isabella Sandoval, Staff Writer
December 17, 2024
The icy floor feels like home to Carter Sims.
Placing his ball down, senior Luis De Casas takes a turn at the mini golf course designed like a cannon. The activity provided students a new hands-on experience outside of the classroom. “I’m not at great at golf,” De Casas said. “It’s difficult, especially aiming for a straight shot and just trying to get it to go through. I had fun today though, I got to golf with my friend and the weather’s nice out here.”

An Hour In … Design Crafts

Kylie Dacquel, Standards and Practices Editor
December 12, 2024
Find out students opinions on their mini golf activity and each other's courses.
LAST WEEK IN SPORTS: 12/2-12/9

LAST WEEK IN SPORTS: 12/2-12/9

Nino Galloway, Sports Writer
December 9, 2024
The last week in sports has been action-packed in every sense of the phrase.
'Winter Festivities' Contest

‘Winter Festivities’ Contest

Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor
December 9, 2024
Tell us what your favorite winter activity is for a chance to win.
LAST WEEK IN SPORTS: 11/25-12/2

LAST WEEK IN SPORTS: 11/25-12/2

Nino Galloway and Andrew Baier
December 4, 2024
The last week in sports has been action-packed in every sense of the phrase, so let’s take a look back.
Kevin Magnussen (#20/MoneyGram Haas F1 Team) drives through turn 17 at the Las Vegas Street Circuit during Free Practice 1 on November 22nd, 2024.

Formula 1 Las Vegas: Thursday Recap

Nino Galloway, Sports Writer
November 22, 2024
Formula 1 has returned to Las Vegas.
The Mental Toll of Fame

The Mental Toll of Fame

Natalia Klonowski, Staff Writer
November 18, 2024
Celebrities’ lives are not as perfect as they are made out to be, and with being famous comes many unwanted mental health issues.
LAST WEEK IN SPORTS: 11/11-11/18

LAST WEEK IN SPORTS: 11/11-11/18

Nino Galloway, Sports Writer
November 18, 2024
Championships are winding down as other ones are just warming up.
AP classes can provide a number of benefits for many students who are willing to challenge themselves.

The Benefits of Advanced Placement Classes: Why Should You Care?

Hunter Rhee, Multimedia Editor
November 14, 2024

Advanced Placement (AP) classes are some of the most rigorous courses one is able to take in high school. Being at the same level as college classes, they allow students to challenge themselves with new...

LAST WEEK IN SPORTS: 11/4-11/11

LAST WEEK IN SPORTS: 11/4-11/11

Nino Galloway, Sports Writer
November 14, 2024
Championships are winding down as other ones are just warming up.
'Favorite Tradition' Contest

‘Favorite Tradition’ Contest

Zelina Panissidi, Social Media Editor
November 12, 2024
Tell us your favorite Thanksgiving or holiday tradition for a chance to win.
Demonstrating discipline and elegance, junior Ashton Yim warms up before starting his daily wushu practice. Warming up prepared Yim’s body before his real training began. “You have to think about it as a transitioning phase,” Yim said. “Before warming up, our joints, muscles, and mind are cold which can lead to injuries. Warming up helps the athletes to get prepared for big ranged movements. For my sport, this is especially necessary. Warming up would prevent me from dislocating, tearing, or fracturing bones, muscles, and joints. One small mistake and it could cost you your career. No muscle or joint can adjust into a heavily dynamic movement after you’ve sat down for seven hours of schooling.”

Wushu Martial Artist: Meet Ashton Yim

Jaden Espinueva, Staff Writer
November 11, 2024
Junior Ashton Yim explains his experience growing up doing Wushu martial arts.
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