BY ATLEY GABRIELThe Indoor Percussion ensemble won the Mid Atlantic Percussion Society (MAPS) Finals on April 5. The Knights currently rank 5th in the country for the Percussion Scholastic Open (PSO) division, three places higher than where they ended last year. The group scored 91.7 to take home a close win. “We felt relieved andContinue reading “MAPS Champs take on the (WGI) World “
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Nutrition in athletes
BY JAMIE HAZEL Old Bridge High School produces athletes. The fall season concluded with five winning seasons out of seven teams. Regardless of what sport they play, all successful athletes have one thing in common: a healthy diet. A balanced diet allows for performing at the highest potential, quick recovery, and strength. Three essential foodContinue reading “Nutrition in athletes “
Seniors take over Disney
BY CAITLIN LAFLOWERFrom March 2 to March 7, 323 students and 31 faculty members spent six days in Orlando, Florida, exploring all the great attractions that Walt Disney World and Universal Studios had to offer. Students visited Disney World on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday and traveled to Universal on Wednesday. “It was the best seniorContinue reading “Seniors take over Disney”
Celebrating culture with food, music, and dance
BY KATELYN BUCHALTER Editor in Chief The annual Mock Shaadi event, hosted by the Asian American Club, took place on February 23. Over 200 people attended the event which offered a chance for students to experience cultural music, dance performances, food, and more. Many preparations took place in advance to ensure the event ran smoothly.Continue reading “Celebrating culture with food, music, and dance”
Strong start for Jessica Lane
BY ANALISE SAINVIL 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, immediately excelling in both sports. Starting as a freshman overwhelms young athletes, but Lane embraced the challenge, quickly adapting to the competitionContinue reading “Strong start for Jessica Lane”
Elementary Ambassadors explore the world
BY MARIAMI PANTSULAIA On February 19, Old Bridge High School welcomed Character Ambassadors from each elementary school in the district to an event to teach young students about many cultures. Representatives from different cultural clubs arranged stations where elementary students could come in and discover diverse cultures. The elementary students enjoyed getting together and learningContinue reading “Elementary Ambassadors explore the world”
Spring Sports Preview: Boys Volleyball
BY DELILAH INNOCENTThe boys volleyball team will look to extend the program’s tradition of excellence. The boys had an outstanding season last year, going undefeated the entire season and winning the GMC and NJSIAA Tournaments. The team, which enters the season ranked #1 in the State by NJ.com, must work hard to overcome the lossContinue reading “Spring Sports Preview: Boys Volleyball”
Spring Sports Preview: Softball
BY KATELYN BUCHALTERAfter losing several significant senior players last year, the Knights come back ready to jump into the season with a new perspective. With a mix of veteran players and several new additions to the team, the team has high hopes for what this season will hold. Returning players have dedicated time and effortContinue reading “Spring Sports Preview: Softball”
Spring Sports Preview: Baseball
BY JAMIE HAZELComing off a highly successful 20-9 season, the baseball players expect to continue the legacy they began last season by going 20-9, becoming the first Old Bridge baseball team to win a State Championship, earning a Top 20 State ranking, and winning the Greater Middlesex County tournament for the first time since 2019.Continue reading “Spring Sports Preview: Baseball”
Spring Sports Preview: Girls Lacrosse
BY SAM PRADO ROBERTSThe experienced, two-time GMC Tournament-winning girls lacrosse team will return to spring ready to secure another undefeated season in the Red Division. The players plan to play stronger this season, proving to the GMC that they remain an intimidating force. “I expect for us to come out the same way we alwaysContinue reading “Spring Sports Preview: Girls Lacrosse”
