BY KAYLEE WEINGARTEN Student Life Editor On March 23, Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman visited AP Government & Politics students in the Old Bridge High School auditorium. The Congresswoman plans to retire in 2027, leaving the legacy of the first woman of color to represent New Jersey in Congress. This rare experience gave students the chanceContinue reading “From Capitol Hill to the classroom”
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Three girls wrestle in State Championship
BY JAMIE HAZEL Sports Editor The 16-8 girls wrestling team sent three talented athletes, Isabella Bonilla, Abby McSorley, and Sofia Sousa, to the State Championship. In the NJSIAA Girls District 7 Tournament, the Knights took first place as a team with 212.5 points from eleven place winners, including nine medalists who moved on to the 2026 NJSIAA Girls Wrestling Region 3 Tournament. On February 26, the girls hosted and dominated the first NJSIAA Girls District 7 Tournament where they faced multiple state-ranked teams and came out onContinue reading “Three girls wrestle in State Championship”
Hockey pinches GMC wins
BY SOPHIA GARRIHY Despite having a schedule full of intimidating competition, the hockey team ended the season with a 7-2 record in the Greater Middlesex County Conference and an 11-12 overall record. Defeating South Brunswick 5-3 early in the season gave the Knights an inspiring revenge win. “They are always a good team, and itContinue reading “Hockey pinches GMC wins”
Pep Rally freezes the crowd
BY ZOE CHIN On December 23, Old Bridge High School held its annual winter pep rally, bringing together students and staff in the gym for a fun-filled celebration just before winter break. The Dance Team, Afrobeats, Step Team, K-Pop, Indian Dance Team, Cheer Team, and teachers all spent weeks practicing to put on a memorableContinue reading “Pep Rally freezes the crowd”
Boys wrestling top 20 in NJ
BY CATHERINE SHAPIRO The boys wrestling team has continued to uphold excellence with numerous achievements this season, such as NJ.com ranking them number 20 in the state, an overall record of 11-3, and a 4-1 record in the county. The team opened the season on December 19 by beating the reigning NJSIAA Sectional Champions, Monroe,Continue reading “Boys wrestling top 20 in NJ”
Driven to win
BY MICHELLE LAM After a rough start in the season, the girls basketball team is back on track, recording multiple wins in recent games. At halfway point of the season, they have acquired a 6-7 record. On January 5, the team faced South Brunswick on their senior night and secured a 44-30 victory. “It wasContinue reading “Driven to win”
Students receive College Board awards
BY AMYAH GONZALEZ On November 28, for the first time ever, College Board hosted a recognition ceremony for notable OBHS students. Among the thousands of nationwide recipients, they presented awards to 85 Old Bridge High School students for their academic achievement and/or their milestone as a first-generation college student. The first-generation college student award recognizesContinue reading “Students receive College Board awards”
Winter Sports Preview: Boys Wrestling
BY MCKAILA MACARTHUR Last season, the boys wrestling team finished with a 15-8 record. Overall, the boys wrestling team finished second in the GMC Red Division and reached the NJSIAA Central Jersey Group V Finals, and some individuals made it to the NJSIAA Tournament in Atlantic City. This year, the Knights hope to take home more victories and win Sectionals. “Personally, I want to make it back to States and find a wayContinue reading “Winter Sports Preview: Boys Wrestling”
Return of late buses
BY SAFIJA SHATKU Clubs Editor Last school year, the Board of Education removed all late buses for after-school activities due to budget issues. Starting in October, the 4pm late bus will run every Wednesday. The announcement of the return of late buses, even just on Wednesdays, relieved students and teachers greatly. “It was like theContinue reading “Return of late buses”
Knights Fall for Homecoming
BY OLIVIA VAN DEURSEN Editor in Chief Seniors and juniors danced the night away at Homecoming on October 9. The event had the main cafeteria filled with students celebrating their return to school through music, dance, and their best attire. Themed decorations, such as hay bales and pumpkins, exemplified the Fall theme. “The fall decorationsContinue reading “Knights Fall for Homecoming”
