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JUST FOR KICKS: Student athletes run, dance, and swim in a vibrant variety of footgear.

Snazzy sports shoes: A look at Northwood sports

Lucy Kim, Junk Editor
April 24, 2024

Flippers These finlike accessories are used by swimmers for faster sets because it requires them to use their legs and build strength, getting better form. They can be paired with a variety of accessories...

FEARLESS ON THE FIELD: Captain senior Nikki Sanders cradles the ball outside the box as she strategizes her next move.

Girls lacrosse beats out Beckman and all odds

Rachel Yokota, Managing Editor
April 19, 2024

After their senior recognition, girls lacrosse put down their flowers, donned their goggles and grabbed their sticks to secure a win over Beckman 14-11 on April 18, bringing their consecutive win streak...

HIP HIP HOORAY: Cheering loudly and proudly in the stands is a Timby-rific way to show 
excitement and rally on Northwood athletes to bring the win home to The Den.

Good, Bad and Ugly: Being a Timby-approved spectator

Raelle Tiong, Staff Writer
March 22, 2024

The spring sports season has officially begun, which means that if you’ve been feeling deprived of sunlight, happiness or a social life recently, you’re in luck. To help you become the perfect sports...

HISTORIC WINTER ERA: Northwood winter sports dominated in off-season CIF games, breaking school records to reach new levels of competition.

Winter athletes shatter school records in CIF

Zoe Yan, Staff Writer
March 22, 2024

With the end of winter and the transition to spring, winter sports athletes set down their equipment, signaling the end of a record-breaking season. Throughout the past few months, these athletes trained...

COASTING THROUGH: Warnock rides down a challenging slope with his mountain bike while refining his skills.

Nathan Warnock rides with grit and greatness

Amy Jeon, Staff Writer
March 22, 2024

With a deep breath, freshman Nathan Warnock scans the wild terrain around him. His calm demeanor hides intense focus as he readies himself for the race ahead. The signal is given, and he’s off.  Warnock...

FINDING BALANCE: Junior Ines Khodja continues to practice her softball swing during practice even through Ramadan fasting.

Playing the Long Game: Ramadan’s impact on athletes

Raya Abu-Tarif, Staff Writer
March 22, 2024

As athletes approach the finish line after the final lap, push through their last weight-lifting set or anticipate the final point on the field, the idea of an ice-cold water and post-game meal can often...

SPIKING TO SUCCESS: Sophomore Abhi Shrivastava prepares to score a point in their preseason game.

A look into boys volleyball’s league preparations for success

Zoe Yan, Staff Writer
March 14, 2024

With the official start of the Pacific Coast League approaching, boys volleyball is busy on the court preparing for their first league game on March 15. This year, more emphasis has been put on a different...

RACING TO VICTORY: Senior Zelal Kucukkaya competes in the hurdles event during a meet at Portola High School

Introduction to track and field

Zoe Yan, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024

After placing third in the Pacific Coast League last season, Northwood’s team is carrying the same energy into this year. In honor of their first competition on Feb. 24, here is a breakdown of the 16...

TAKING IT TO THE RIM: Senior Zaid Yunis drives to the basket in a game against University High.

He Shoots, He Scores: Zaid Yunis reaches 1,000 points

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
February 21, 2024

Under the blinding lights, shooting guard senior Zaid Yunis makes another basket for Northwood’s boys basketball team. But this isn’t just any basket —with it, he achieved the elusive, nearly impossible...

SIGNING OFF: Ava Giglio and Riley Bajorek sign their commitment letters to West Carolina University and Providence College, respectively.

A glimpse into Northwood’s student athletes’ National Letter of Intent signing

Amy Jeon, Staff Writer
December 21, 2023

Softball athletes, seniors Ava Giglio and Riley Bajorek, committed to Division 1 university softball teams at the National Letter of Intent Signing on Nov. 8.  Giglio and Bajorek, who have both been...

KICKING OFF THE SEASON: Center senior Aryan Mascarenhas works to connect goals in their preseason game.

Boys soccer prepares for league play

Timothy Shin, Staff Writer
December 17, 2023

After graduating over 10 seniors from the varsity team last season, Northwood’s boys soccer team is hard at work rebuilding their team culture and attitude in addition to training for their regular season...

TEAM TIME, TURKEY TIME: Northwood girls water polo celebrates their team Thanksgiving meal after a morning practice over the break. Photo provided by Kyle Kim-E.

The unspoken challenges of being a winter sport athlete

Raya Abu-Tarif and Jaycee Hendrickson
December 17, 2023

There is a reason why athletes are told to continue walking after a long run, or to continue fueling and hydrating long after a competition. The last thing they want is a harsh stop because it will only...

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