Freshman and JV Events
| Date | Time | Team | Opponent | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/17 | 4pm | JV Baseball | South Plainfield | Geick Park |
| 4/17 | 5:30pm | Boys JV Lacrosse | Gov. Livingston | Geick Park |
| 4/17 | 4pm | Boys JV Volleyball | Randolph | Front Gym |
| 4/18 | 10am | Freshman Baseball | Seton Hall Prep | Geick Park |
| 4/20 | 4pm | Boys JV Tennis | Woodbridge Academy | Municipal Complex |
| 4/21 | 4pm | Boys Freshman Volleyball | Colonia | Back Gym |
| 4/23 | 4pm | JV Softball | Spotswood | Mannino Park |
Knights, camera, action
On February 26, freshmen lined up for “A Knight in Hollywood.” Over 200 students had a ball at this Hollywood-themed dance at the Ellen McDermott Grade Nine Center.
If you could live anywhere, where would you pick?
“I would go back to Sri Lanka because that’s where I’m born, and I miss it.” – Charleen Fernando 
“I would live in Portugal because it’s a cool country.” – Annabella Ruiz 
“I would want to live in Italy because they have good food there, and because it’s nice there.” – Liam Cole 
“Turks and Cacios because it’s nice.” – Emaan Tareen 
“I would want to live in Japan since everything is so peaceful there, and they have a lot of cleanliness and respect for everybody.” – Emma Soliman 
“I would live right here in New Jersey because I like New Jersey, and it’s better than New York.” – Justin Hernandez 
“Singapore because I really like the culture, and I love how it’s a very clean environment, and I love how they have lots of good shopping centers.” – Mariam Naqvi 
“I would go to any Asian country because I love the culture, and I love the food, specifically Japan and China.” – Yaa Asiedu
What is your favorite recently-watched show?
“‘Outer Banks’ because I love JJ!” – Sofie Dashchenko 
“‘Seinfeld’ because the situations are funny and Kramer has aura.” – Alexander Mondano 
“‘Jujutsu Kaisen’ because the new season just dropped.” – Gabi Aaron 
“‘Percy Jackson’ because my best friend is doing the musical.” – Elizabeth Martz 
“I’ve been watching ‘Sherlock BBC.’ I’ve been loving the mystery elements and characters.” – Enrica Bade 
“I like ‘Stranger Things’ because of the new season.” – Paige Bade 
“‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ is my favorite recently watched TV show. I really enjoyed the twists.” – Kara Deserto 
“‘Stranger Things’ because of the new season.” – Naina Chhabra 
“‘Grey’s Anatomy’ because I love the plots and how entertaining it is when I’m bored.” – Vedika Shah
Who do you think is going to win at the Grammys?
“I think KATSEYE will win because they got unnecessary hate for their last song, and it’ll be cool to see them win.” – Elianny Acosta 
“I think ‘luther’ by Kendrick Lamar & SZA will win because I love that song.” – Jordan Whitehurst 
“I want Tate McRae to win because it’ll be her first GRAMMY, and she deserves it.” – Danica Pekarsky 
“I think Tate McRae will win because I love her vibe.” – Kayla Sparacino 
“I think ‘F1 the Album’ will win for best soundtrack because it made the movie feel more engaging.” – Joseph Adams 
“I think Tate McRae and KATSEYE will win because I love Tate, and KATSEYE had an amazing year” – Adriana Cinolauro 
“I think Billie Eilish will win because she’s one of the most talented and highly accomplished artists of our time.” – Maggie Brusca 
“I think Lady Gaga will win because I love her music.” – Derek Kraese 
“I think KATSEYE will win because they are quickly becoming a girl group that everyone is talking about these days and I love their performance quality so much.” – Juliet Lowery 
“I think Bad Bunny will win because I love Bad Bunny, and he’s performing at the Super Bowl.” – Mikayla Harris
What keeps you motivated in the winter?
“Playing softball and seeing my friends” – Skyeler Pellowski 
“Playing hockey and looking forward to lacrosse season” – Alexander Mondano 
“Being with my friends who are always with me and music” – Korla Amporful 
“Knowing that at the end of the school day I get to go home and eat” – Cece Boyle 
“Hanging out with my friends” – Gia Malik 
“Being with friends” – Syna Pandya 
“Watching snow fall inside” – Derek Kraese 
“Winter track!” – Natalia Lewczuk 
“Listening to music while I work and limiting my screen time” – Sophia Garrihy
What is your favorite activity to do in the winter?
“Lie inside with a fire and watch TV shows or movies with my family” – Jason Kelly 
“Watch Christmas movies in my Christmas PJs” – Regina Kwan 
“I like playing in the snow with my friends.” – Benjamin Blatt 
“Go ice skating with my friends” – Olivia Bonilla 
“Wrestling” – Yunus Morataya 
“Play in the snow” -Emaan Tareen 
“I love to go snowboarding in the winter with family and friends.” -Paige Green 
“Play Roblox” – Haseen Stevens 
“Make gingerbread houses” -Jasmin Nunez 
“My favorite thing to do in the winter is go to New York City.” -Gabrielle Aaron 
“I like to watch Christmas movies and drink hot cocoa.” -Naina Chhabra
What is your favorite Thanksgiving tradition?
“The leftovers in the morning because they taste even better.” – Mikayla Harris 
“Going to my Nana’s and having a big dinner” – Nathaniel Fescoe 
“Meeting with all my family and close friends” – Naisha Agrawal 
“I love eating, cooking, and spending time with my family.” – Vedika Shah 
“Breaking the wishbone since it’s always about luck.” – Pola Mousa 
“I just really love to eat.” – Olivia Templo 
“I like playing left, right, center with my family after dinner; it is a big tradition in my family.” – Kayla Sparacino 
“Eating the food. I love to eat.” – Derek Kraese 
“I like going on a walk with my whole family right after dinner. We walk around and listen to music; it’s sweet.” – Korla Amporful 
“My favorite Thanksgiving tradition is to help my family cook the food so I can eat it all later.” – Gabrielle Aaron 
“The leftovers because I be hungry the next morning too.” – Jordan Whitehurst 
“I like coming together with all my family. I don’t get to see them often, and it’s nice to see them.” – Amyah Gonzalez 
“I love eating and my family coming to visit.” – Natalie Quevedo 
“Eating food with my family at my grandma’s house.” – Caleb Mesina
How does ninth grade compare to the middle school?
“So far high school is so much harder than middle school. Mainly because grades actually matter for high schools.” – Peyton Kugel 
“I feel free in high school, but it is a lot harder than middle school.” – Caleb Mesina 
“There’s a lot more responsibilities, and the work is definitely harder.” – Maggie Attaya 
“We have more freedom and classes, and it can be a lot more fun. ” – Jamie Kopitskie 
“Middle school felt too hard on us, and high school feels so much freer.” – Logan Rosenvinge 
“There are so many new people. I get to meet and many more opportunities and clubs!” – Maheen Jibran 
“High school is better than middle school.” – Fabian England 
“There are more people, and it’s harder, but I have the opportunity to meet more people and get exposed to new things.” – Mira Trivedi 
“Ninth grade is hard compared to middle school. The work is harder, and we need to manage our time carefully.” – Jayden Yu 
“High school is a lot more relaxed and easy going.” – Savannah O’Brien 
“Ninth grade is different than middle school because the work we get is way harder than the work we did in middle school.” – Maurizio Coco 
“I feel ninth grade gives us the ability to become responsible. It lets us be more independent. It also helps us prepare for the future.” – Elizabeth Barsoum 
“It’s a lot harder. The workload is a lot and since there is so much work, it’s hard to get sleep.” – Jason Kelly
Strong start for Jessica Lane
Freshman Jessica Lane has impressed many for standing as one of the top basketball players on the varsity team and setting a record of 165 saves as a varsity soccer goalie.
Dominant freshman team wins championship
The freshman boys basketball team ended the season with a 17-1 record. They proved their skill by bringing home a trophy for winning their county tournament.
GMC Champion girls lacrosse team showcases outstanding freshmen
Reagan Connolly, the team’s leading scrorer, runs down an opposing player from behind.
Freshmen and Sophomores meet at the net
Jaden Wong uses his varsity-level volleyball skilss to spike the ball over Thomas Kasoff’s attempt at a block.
Freshman athletes excel on varsity
Marilyn Togun, who scored 91 points and brought in 103 rebounds this season, defends her opponent.
Dominant freshman basketball team reaches GMC Finals
Cameron Olivencia, who led the team in scoring with 19 points per game, drives to the basket for up a layup on a fast break.
Freshman makes her Mark(le) on the volleyball court
Ashley Markle and senior teammate Abigail Jazmin, who finished second on the team with 22 blocks, rise up at the net to block a shot by an opposing player.
Freshmen athletes featured on varsity
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Freshman football team finishes undefeated
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Freshmen take over Shawnee Mountain
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Meghan Valanzola enters Stanford’s Envisions program
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Two freshmen step up on varsity
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Knight Life 