JOHNNY HUYNH Staff Writer It was the final game of the season on Feb. 11, as the Alhambra team stepped onto Montebello’s field with confidence and optimism. The competitiveness was evident, as the Oilers seemed to be closer to the penalty box. For almost half of the game, the Moors were preventing the Oilers from scoring. Except, they had a
» Read moreVICTOR HUANG Co-Sports Editor Lou Torres, who has been teaching at Alhambra since 1989, is no stranger on campus as he takes over for his longtime mentor and friend, Gil Ruedaflores, who retired at season’s end. Torres’ notable career spanning 35 years led him to Alhambra after playing under Ruedaflores at Salesian and later coaching alongside him. Torres followed Ruedaflores
» Read moreJAMES HO Co-Copy Editor Within the musty, dim-lit gymnasium of Mark Keppel High on Feb. 6, the varsity wrestling Almont League finals took place. On that cloudy morning, the Alhambra wrestling team psyched themselves up to show off the intensity of their drive and go home with yet another victory under their belts. During the tournament, which began at 9
» Read moreAbel Avila, currently ranked 6th in all of Southern California regional wrestling, has come a long way since his freshmen year. The wrestling captain’s persevering work ethic, alongside his immense talent, has enabled him to ascend to great success and a bright future ahead. He gives thanks to his family, friends and coach for supporting him throughout his wrestling career
» Read moreVICTORIA GAVIA Co-Copy Editor As the varsity girls’ water polo advances into the Almont League, the team is redirecting their focus to improve weak points in hopes for a successful season. The team is optimistic because, only a few months into the season, they already have more wins than they had last year by the same time. Co-Captain Nicole Lunbeck
» Read moreHere in LA, we experienced a massive rainstorm that seemed to flood our entire world just a couple weeks ago. Subsequently, the AHS soccer team had to endure the inconveniences that ten inches of rain imposed. The boys’ soccer team has played two Almont League games this season before having another two games postponed due to poor weather. Coming out
» Read moreCATHERINE CHIANG Staff Writer With quite a few games under their belts already, the JV girls’ basketball team’s expectations are high. They are aiming to improve their Almont League standing from last year’s third place and hope to capture the championship title. Their hard work was rewarded in their first League game on Jan. 12 against Montebello High. Coming from
» Read moreVINCENT LIN Co-Sports Editor Already in the middle of the Almont League season, the varsity girls’ soccer team is struggling to establish basic team unity. With a new head coach, Armando Gutierrez, the team is racing to try to connect with each other before the season draws to a close. The Lady Moors include many star players that shine in
» Read moreANGELYNE CHU Staff Writer Being in a sport requires a lot of time and devotion to the team. The varsity wrestling team is no exception, as they practice every day after school in the Dance Room. The team is eagerly anticipating the Almont League finals and the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF). Last year, five wrestlers placed in the CIF playoffs,
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