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Varsity football coach Francisco Estrada requires his players to wear Guardian Caps for practice. Estrada considers it as another part of their equipment. which he describes as a main part of their equipment because of how serious head injuries are in the sport.
Protection starts at the top
Guest speakers are an important part of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes meetings, also known as huddles. On 10/29/24, Jessica Ratliff, a full time FCA worker, shared her journey with God.
Faith on, and beyond, the field
Principal Christina Perez-Parker leads a group in the ceremonial ground breaking for the new building., which should be completed in the next two years “The building will support the growing population of students, and help with a space issue we are facing for teachers and students."
Ground-breaking marks next chapter in school’s growth
The Wellness Center is full of trained social workers who are there to help students who are in need of help.
Wellness Center provides programs for mental health
In her ASL 2 class ASL teacher Patty Killough signs "look at me" to get their attention, as some of the students were not paying attention (on phones, talking, etc.). "As the language is visual, students must have their eyes on me in order to receive the message," she said. "They are unable to simply listen while doing something else."
Why doesn’t Alisal offer ASL?
In a home match against Alvarez at First Tee, junior Alejandra Alvarez hits an approach shot with her 9-iron from the rough. Alvarez scored a 5 on hole 1 and had an overall match score of 35. The team won this match with a score of 231. Alvarez was named 1st Team All-League.
Girls’ golf team finishes season tied for 2nd in Mission Division
In a match against Pajaro Valley on October 3rd, number 1 singles player and senior captain, Teresa Ochoa, hits a backhand in her win. The team ended up taking the win with a 4-3 score. “It was really hot that day, so I couldn’t wait for the game to be over and I was just telling myself to get the ball over the net,” Ochoa said.
Cherishing the Moments
With the clock running down and the Trojans ahead 33-27, the defense stopped the Sharks at the goal line to seal the win. #1 Carlos Zamora celebrates the stop. “Our defense came up huge against St. Francis and I can't say enough at how proud I am of them as a group,” Coach Estrada said.
Staying the course
Against Soledad on September 30th, Nayeli Gil-Silva and Sara Neumann blocked an attack from Soledad, scoring a point for the Trojans. “I love contact sports and when I'm blocking it makes me feel like I'm telling the other team, ‘You can’t do that!’” The Trojans beat the Aztecs 3-0.
Rebuild to Success
At Pinto Lake in Center Meet 3 on October 17th, Gustavo Perez finished first with a time of 15:44. “It was our first time running that course,” Perez said, “I didn’t know what to expect but going into the race it was very hilly. Being able to still run 15’s makes me feel proud.”
Chasing another title
Album Review: Almost Monday
Album Review: Almost Monday
Movie review: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
Movie review: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
This is a display of some of my adult collector sets, mixed with some smaller ones. It represents a shrine of sets that keep me coming back to Lego due to their difficulty and age range. Some sets, like Optimus Prime, took me 4 hours or multiple days to put together which is what I enjoy from Lego, you never feel bored.
Why I still enjoy collecting Lego
These nails are the last set that I did on myself about 2 weeks ago and lasted me 3 weeks. It took me about 2 and a half hours to do. These nails are medium length and well manicured, with a French tip glossy finish. They are painted a soft pink color and each nail has a delicate white flower design, which adds elegance and creativity. As soon as I saw the final result, I got a surge of confidence and I loved them.
Nailin’ it!
The senior package saves $90 on the combined cost of the yearbook, diploma cover, Grad Nite, panoramic picture, and senior sweater.
Investing in the memories
Among the many things that my friends and I bring to school, the ones that stand out the most are our wallets, mints, body creams, and beauty products. “I need my sunscreen the most otherwise my face feels dry,” senior Saul Luna said.
The “real” school essentials
Me and my older sister Karina, who helped me stay positive and deal with body shaming.
Beyond the Looks
While I was excited for the remastered version of Silent Hill 2, I have learned to balance playing and school.
Shifting my priorities
When in doubt, check it out
When in doubt, check it out
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Caution: Close Election Ahead
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In the final match before league finals, the team played at Pacific Grove. Although the team was nervous, they played well and ended up in second place behind York. “Everyone did the best they could and the results were good,” senior Diego Calderon said. “The conditions were kind of tough, but even so we did a good job.”

Boys’ Golf Recap

Samantha Vazquez, Reporter
May 17, 2024
Junior Kike Jacinto welcomed the audience to the Prom Expo on April 5th. There was a fashion show and a raffle, where Angelica Mungia-Vasquez won a prom ticket.

Prom Expo kicks off prom season

Samantha Vazquez, Reporter
April 12, 2024
The Stanley cup on the left is $45, while the bottle on the right is $5. They both do the same job of keeping you hydrated and refreshed, so why spend a hefty amount of money? If you’re looking for a cup with a straw and a handle, the same brand offers one for $5 as well. You don’t always have to spend a lot of money to get a good quality bottle that will last, so it’s best to look through options before making unnecessary purchases.

The Stanley craze is crazy

Samantha Vazquez, Reporter
February 21, 2024
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Covid: It’s over, but it’s not

Samantha Vazquez, Reporter
December 4, 2023
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Samantha Vazquez, Reporter
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