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Running, Cesar Frias 20 passes the ball to a teammate. Frias was an aggressive player and had a good overall game offensively and defensively.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Earns 4-1 Victory in Clash With Cedar Ridge

Jared Hyman, Photographer/Videographer February 13, 2020

The varsity boys' soccer team took on the Cedar Ridge Raiders on Feb. 11, a cold and rainy Tuesday night. Despite the cold, the offense, led by a hat trick from Nikola Djordjevic ‘21, turned up the heat...

Tom Gentot 20 dribbles the ball upfield with an opponent close behind. Gentot passed the ball to teammate Cesar Frias 20.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Tramples McNeil in 4-0 Rout

Nima Ashtari and Darya Mohajeri January 26, 2020

After recovering from a shaky start in district play, the varsity boys’ soccer team used the home field to their advantage to close out their third consecutive win, scoring four goals on the McNeil...

With a Hawk trailing behind, Niko Harris 20 focuses on passing to his teammate. Although the Hawks put high pressure in the midfield, the Warriors were able to transition the ball in attempts to set up a shot.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Falls to Hendrickson 1-0 in District Opener

Nima Ashtari, Community & World News Editor January 15, 2020

After a successful 2019 season which saw the varsity boys’ soccer team crowned as co-district champions, the Warriors looked to take the field in 2020 and begin defending their title. On Tuesday,...

Running with the ball, RJ Martinez 21 looks to make a pass. The pass intended for wide receiver Joseph Kubelka 20 ended up incomplete.

Despite Record Breaking Effort, Varsity Football Falls to Cedar Ridge in Season Finale

Jared Hyman, Photographer/Videographer November 11, 2019

On a breezy Friday evening, varsity football concluded its 2019 season against the Cedar Ridge Raiders. Despite already being eliminated from playoff contention, they battled from the very first snap...

Looking downfield, quarterback RJ Martinez 21 heaves the ball in hopes of finding an open receiver. Martinez tossed four touchdowns in the contest.

Varsity Football Falls to Stony Point 45-28

Savannah Estabrook, Yearbooker November 2, 2019

The varsity football team fought against Stony Point on Friday, Nov. 1 at Dragon Stadium, and hoped to gain a second win after dominating Leander in the previous week’s homecoming game. The Warriors...

Awaiting the quarterbacks signal to snap the ball, center CJ Hill 21 and the offensive line hold their stances. The offensive lines solid play was very important in this contest, allowing the Warriors to rack up five touchdowns and 287 yards on the ground.

Varsity Football Tames Mavericks in 38-34 Shootout

Vikram Joshi, Horizon Editor in Chief October 5, 2019

Under the lights at Dragon Stadium for the third week in a row, the varsity football team looked to snap a two-game losing streak with a showdown against McNeil. Both offenses featured powerful rushing...

Drew Goodall 21 chases down the Rangers running back. To finish the play, Goodall cut off the RB and forced him out of bounds.

Varsity Football Drops 49-43 Shootout to Vista Ridge

Sourav Dhar, Sports Editor September 22, 2019

Entering the confines of Dragon Stadium for the first time this season on Friday, Sept. 20, the varsity football team only had one goal in mind: to deal a tough, undefeated Vista Ridge Rangers side...

In an uproarious celebration, the varsity boys celebrate with the District Championship trophy.
Photo Courtesy of Xiaowei Wang.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Crush Cedar Ridge 4-1, Claim Title of District Champions

Stephanie Shih, Managing Editor March 16, 2019

The varsity boys’ soccer team started off their spring break right on Senior Night with a triumph over Cedar Ridge on Friday, March 15, conquering the Raiders with a score of 4-1. With this win,...

Philip Richardson 20 readies to kick the ball.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Secures 3-1 Win Against Cedar Ridge

Colton Roberts, Photographer February 14, 2019

On the evening of Tuesday, Feb. 12th, the varsity boys set out to play a very important eighth district match at Cedar Ridge. Both teams were the contenders for the number one spot in the Round Rock...

Niko Djordjevic 21 kicks the ball across the field with an opponent close behind.

Varsity Boys’ Soccer Dominates 3-1 Win vs. Stony Point

Nima Ashtari, Community & World News Editor February 9, 2019

On Friday, Feb. 8, the varsity boys’ soccer team looked to bounce back after a disappointing 3- 3 draw on Tuesday and to defend their home field against the visiting Stony Point Tigers. A frigid...

Anothy Bibbo 20 out-dribbles a Vista Ridge player.

Varsity Boys Soccer Bounces Back With 2-1 Win vs. Vista Ridge

Nima Ashtari, Community & World News Editor January 19, 2019

The varsity boys’ soccer team traveled to Vista Ridge High School on Friday, Jan. 18 for their second district matchup of the season. The Warriors were hungry for a win after losing to Hendrickson...

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