BY CAMILLE JOHNSON In a season of improvement for the girls on the swim team, they hold a 2-3 record, their best in three years, with outstanding finishes throughout their roster. The team started their season with a 99-64 victory against Sayreville with first place finishes by Brianna Pagliuca in the 200 Individual Medley, KerriContinue reading “Girls swimming makes a splash”
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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”
Ice hockey records and rivalries
BY LISA TOOLEY With a 6-2 record in the county, the ice hockey team shows a promising season. On their senior night, the Knights won 11-1 against J.P. Stevens, a good way to celebrate their seniors. On January 6, the day of his senior night against J.P. Stevens, senior Nick Gallo beat the Old BridgeContinue reading “Ice hockey records and rivalries”
Sharing Christmas traditions
BY KARIMA ABOUELKHIR Italian Honor Society and Italian Club hosted Buon Natale, a Christmas event, on December 22. Students celebrated Christmas by learning about Italian culture and playing games. Club members presented common Italian Christmas traditions to the attendees. “I learned that on Christmas Eve in Italy, it is tradition to eat the seven fishesContinue reading “Sharing Christmas traditions”
A concert to remember
BY LAILA MOHAMED-ALI The annual instrumental winter concert, organized by the instrumental music teacher, Melissa Thatcher, took place at 7 pm on December 17. An audience gathered around in the auditorium to enjoy the nostalgic Christmas feeling everyone craves during the holidays. The successful concert presented a large variety of holiday songs performed by instrumentalContinue reading “A concert to remember”
Racing to the win
BY DAYAMI VILORIA Social Media Director On December 13, the girls placed first overall as a team at the Demarest Invitational meet. “It felt especially nice that we earned that victory because all of us really put in hard work during practice, and we were glad the results showed it,” said sophomore Tatum Jones. StartingContinue reading “Racing to the win”
Jazz squad dances to first place
BY JAMIE HAZEL Sports Editor The Knights Dance Team opened 2026 by making history. On January 3 and 4, the girls had a busy weekend filled with performances, including their jazz routine which secured first place at the annual Ramapo College Dance Team Invitational. Every winter, The Ramapo College Dance Team hosts an annual invitationalContinue reading “Jazz squad dances to first place”
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”
Sweet treats, sweeter competition
BY OLIVIA VAN DEURSENEditor-in-Chief The annual gingerbread house contest, hosted by the Student Senate on December 10 in the main cafeteria, spread holiday cheer through friendly competition and festive, edible decorations. With 17 teams, the student turnout doubled compared to last year’s event. “We thought it would be fun to do together and get usContinue reading “Sweet treats, sweeter competition”
Holiday charities spread joy
BY MARIAMI PANTSULAIA Every holiday season, OBHS supports holiday charities like Toys for Tots, the Giving Tree, and a home food drive. Students, teachers, and staff collect toys, food, and different necessities, so everyone can experience the power of holidays. Guy Lassen’s Peer class organized a toy collection for Toys for Tots. The Peer classContinue reading “Holiday charities spread joy”
