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The Northwood Howler

The Student News Site of Northwood High School

The Northwood Howler

The Student News Site of Northwood High School

The Northwood Howler

BEHIND EVERY KILL: Varsity boys volleyball setter Jonathan Tan performs a jump set, positioning the ball high up in order to execute a quick attack with his teammate.

Varsity boys volleyball served wins at their face-off against Sage Hill

Raelle Tiong, Sports Editor
April 18, 2025

The varsity boys volleyball team dominated 3-0 in their last league home game of the season against Sage Hill, adding a fourth win to their streak and bumping their season record up to 6-2.  “It...

Ready for More: Senior Austin Diaz back on the track after breaking school records.

Austin Diaz is gaining speed

Megha Kishore, Staff Writer
April 8, 2025

Whether he’s racing down the red rubber or having his teammates’ back, varsity sprinter senior Austin Diaz has broken too many records to keep track. Diaz broke the 400-meter record at the Crean...

COMMANDING THE MOUND: Senior Carter Liu winds up and delivers a pitch in baseball’s opening league game against Irvine High.

Varsity boys baseball batters up for the season

Raelle Tiong, Sports Editor
March 25, 2025

The tension in the field was palpable as pitcher senior Spencer Collins-Williams came on in relief. From the Northwood dugout, cheers erupted from the varsity boys baseball team as they chanted his name....

COMING IN FIRST: First baseman Katerinna Rizos prepares her throw to home base as she diligently trains for her upcoming game.

Katerinna Rizos: Swinging to success in softball

Aimee Pan, Staff Writer
March 17, 2025

With her drive, sophomore Katerinna Rizos secured herself a position in The Cup 2026, a fierce, 10 day international high school softball tournament in the United Kingdom. Rizos is fueled by her competitive...

CHARGING TO SUCCESS: Senior Ryan Loo dribbles towards the goal in a varsity boys soccer game.

Winning With A Passion: Boys Soccer ends a successful season

Zoe Yan, Staff Writer
March 14, 2025

Following a hard-fought and long winter season, Northwood boys soccer ended their run strong, winning five consecutive games before losing in CIF semifinals against Desert Mirage High School. The semifinals...

MAKING HIS MARK: Senior Jeremiah Tak weaves through the defense, scanning the field for his next move in their game against Irvine High.

Boys lacrosse “sticks” a win at their first home league game

Luna Bouhairi, Viewpoint Editor
March 10, 2025

Northwood’s varsity boys lacrosse team dominated Irvine High School 17-0 in their first home league game on March 3. Their victory marked a strong rebound performance after their previous loss to...

ON PAR FOR SUCCESS: Senior Captain Annabelle Wong completes her swing, intently watching the ball’s trajectory down the fairway

Driving to Victory: Girls’ golf celebrates a stellar season of success

Anna Cho, Staff Writer
December 10, 2024

Northwood girls’ golf swung their way to becoming two-time league champions, placing fifth at the CIF Southern California Golf Association Team Qualifier.  Individual qualifiers—senior Bridget...

NO BIG SHOT: Sports tryouts really aren’t as difficult as they seem.

How to survive your first sports tryout

Jordan Chu, Staff Writer
November 6, 2024

Participating in sports tryouts is a nerve-wracking experience, especially for the first time. From the intimidating veteran players to the menacing glare of the coach’s clipboard, it’s easy to think...

BE(LEE)VING IN YOURSELF: Flag Football Coach Harry Lee delivers feedback to his team at practice.

Harry Lee: Building a coaching legacy

Megha Kishore, Staff Writer
October 29, 2024

Boys soccer coach, girls flag football coach and math teacher Harry Lee has been part of Northwood athletics since he was in high school. Continuing his legacy, Lee was named as one of the LA Chargers...

 BRUNSON’S GUARD GAME: Junior Jacob Whang mimics his favorite player Jalen Brunson’s three-point celebration.

Tip-Off Talks: Northwood students share their NBA picks

Thierry Wijaya, Staff Writer
October 22, 2024

Oct. 22 might just be an ordinary school day, but when I get home, it’s game time—tip-off night for the 2024-25 NBA season! Are the Celtics going back-to-back, or are you backing another team?...

GAME DAY ENERGY: Northwood’s JV Pep Squad kicks off the home game by energizing the frosh football team from the sidelines.

Behind the cheer: Northwood’s pep squad

Raya Abu-Tarif, Staff Writer
October 8, 2024

 Booming chants echo across the gym. Shiny pom-poms glisten as you see flips across the sidelines. The crowd’s energy is contagious, and it’s all because of Northwood Pep Squad’s vibrant spirit. Everything...

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