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Welcome, Superintendent Sasso!

BY KAYLEE WEINGARTEN On December 1, Dr. Vincent Sasso will become the superintendent of Old Bridge Township Public Schools. After serving as principal of OBHS since 2013, and before that as a vice principal, the Board of Education appointed Dr. Sasso as the new superintendent on October 28. Faculty, students, and community members gathered inContinue reading “Welcome, Superintendent Sasso!”

Soccer streaks to success

BY JAMIE HAZEL Sports Editor The boys soccer season ended with a 14-6-2 record, including a 12-game undefeated streak lasting over a month. The boys made it to the NJSIAA Central Jersey Group IV Semifinal game with many impressive wins along the way. On November 7,the Knights won a tough quarterfinal game against Trenton, whichContinue reading “Soccer streaks to success”

Crossing the finish

BY LAILA MOHAMED-ALI The boys cross-country team competed at NJSIAA Sectionals where Daniel McFarland and Ronald Ciaccia qualified for the Group IV State Championship. The boys and girls raced well in the GMCs, with the boys placing seventh and the girls placing fifth. After placing second in the Divisional meet, the boys got to compete atContinue reading “Crossing the finish”

Over the Moon for Mooncakes

BY LISA TOOLEY The National Chinese Honors Society led the Mid-Autumn Festival celebration on October 6 during both lunch periods. The Chinese Honor Society, headed by a new president this year, helped set up and run this event. The Mid-Autumn Festival did not only share food; it also shared culture. “It’s always fun to seeContinue reading “Over the Moon for Mooncakes”

Have you heard the “Rumors”?

BY OLIVIA VAN DEURSEN Editor-in-Chief The drama department will premiere the annual fall comedy, “Rumors,” on November 20. The cast and crew have worked extensively to produce an outstanding show. The play features four couples attending a dinner party when a series of chaotic and wacky scenarios ensue. “The production is basically about a coupleContinue reading “Have you heard the “Rumors”?”

OBHS hosts college fair

BY MARIAMI PANTSULIAIA On September 30, Old Bridge High held a college fair organized by Grace Patella of the Guidance Department. The college fair allowed students to learn about schools and ask questions about various programs. Students got to compare a wide variety of colleges, universities, and other post-graduate options. Every student had the chanceContinue reading “OBHS hosts college fair”

Champion volleyball team blocks to the top

BY ZOE CHIN AND MICHELLE LAM The girls volleyball team currently holds an impressive 32-1 record. They secured a win in the Central Jersey Group IV Final to set up a rematch with Williamstown, the team that knocked them out of the NJSIAA Tournament last year and the only team to beat them this season. Continue reading “Champion volleyball team blocks to the top”

Tennis serves wins in Red Division

BY KARIMA ABOUELKHIR AND RILEY CADET After moving up to the GMC Red Division this year, the girls tennis team earned a record of 10-8. The team has shown fortitude and resilience this season and has adapted to the Red Division. The girls held their own with a record of 4-6 in the more challenging Red Division.Continue reading “Tennis serves wins in Red Division”

Field hockey hits milestones

BY JULIET KELLY The field hockey team has rolled to a 17-4 record and many other accomplishments, including making it to the Greater Middlesex County Tournament Finals, finishing first in the GMC Red Division, and setting school records. The team won their quarterfinals 8-0 against North Plainfield and semifinals 4-1 against Metuchen to make itContinue reading “Field hockey hits milestones”

Girls soccer wins GMCs

BY KAYLEE WEINGARTEN On Friday, October 31, the girls soccer team won the GMC tournament for the first time in school history. After two overtimes, the team secured the win with a shoot-out. After both teams remained scoreless through regulation and two overtimes, Nicole Nolan, Ariana Mineo, Olivia Cusick, and Sofia Riedinger made their penalty kicks in the shootout, and Jessica Lane made a key save to giveContinue reading “Girls soccer wins GMCs”