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The story of San Juan as told by its students

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The story of San Juan as told by its students

The Express

The story of San Juan as told by its students

The Express

Over working and excessively training can lead to athletes feeling burnt out and less motivated to keep playing their sport. Peyton Graham (11), who plays soccer and flag football, is seen lifting weights in the SJHHS weight room.

Overworked: Athletes Push their Bodies to the Limit

Victoria Hernandez, Staff Writer March 31, 2025

Athletes are continuously told that success comes from pushing themselves to the limit. This leads many to overtrain themselves and excessively exercise without adequate rest. Many athletes overwork...

During the girls varsity beach volleyball game against San Clemente High School on March 24 at the Lausen Volleyball Courts, Lydia LeVier (10) jumps and hits the ball over the net. Each pair of girls fought hard but took the 2-3 loss in the end. Even though the team lost, it was their first defeat this season, therefore, they still have a solid chance at winning the league.

Girls Beach Volleyball Digs Deep

Audrey Tillotson, Staff Writer March 28, 2025

The girls varsity volleyball team is having their best season yet with a 5-1 record. The program started just four years ago in 2021 and each year, the team has improved.  "We have been progressively...

Good Luck! Traditions in Sports

Reese Whitehead, staff writer March 7, 2025

Athletics are not only about the game. Team bonding is an important part of sports in order to create strong relationships and healthy environments, a practice that SJHHS is familiar. Traditions in...

Preparing to swing, Nico Tasso (12) stays focused as the ball comes his way. Baseball players need helmets, cleats, bats, and mitts in order to be eligible to play the sport. Equipment costs can accumulate fast out of one’s paycheck, especially when players re-purchase broken or damaged gear.

Rising Sports Costs Sideline Talented High School Athletes

Sydney Hogancamp, Sports Editor March 7, 2025

According to the National Survey of Children’s Health (NSCH), an estimated 53.8% of children aged 6 to 17 played on a sports team or took athletics lessons as of 2022, which was 5% less than previous...

On February 27, Gianna Ioja (12) gets ready to bat the ball on the home plate as the Northwood pitcher gets ready to throw the ball. The Stallions fought hard all game long but the Timberwolves triumphed with a 6-3 win.

Swinging for Redemption: Softball Aims for a Comeback Season

Audrey Tillotson, Staff Writer February 28, 2025

Last year was a tough season for varsity softball in the extremely competitive South Coast League. This season, they will compete in the Sea View League against Trabuco, San Clemente, El Toro, Beckman,...

Girls wrestling has been under-represented worldwide. The girls wrestling program has lacked female participants since the program started.

Girls Wrestling: Defying Setbacks and Pursuing Greatness

Reese Whitehead, Staff Writer February 19, 2025

A contact sport that requires significant strength and particular weight demands, wrestling is often determined to be a male dominated activity.  But in the case of SJHHS, the few female wrestlers...

Macy McClellan (12) and Jake Vuoso (12) pose in celebration for winning the annual "Athletes of Character" award. Each year, the Orange County Athletics Directors Association (OCADA) rewards athletes and coaches for their academic performance, leadership, and team-building skills.

Outstanding Athletes Honored with “Athletes of Character” Award

Caden Mai, Staff Writer February 19, 2025

The Orange County Athletic Directors Association (OCADA) has recognized SJHHS’s honorees for the “Athletes of Character” award for tennis player Macy McClellan and baseball and football player Jake...

 Preparing for practice, teammates Katelyn Johnson (11) and Kenna Maguire (11) display their friendship. Outside of school, the students play together on a club lacrosse team, working together on both teams to further their skills.

The Effects of Sports on Friendships

Sophia Roldan, Staff Writer February 19, 2025

According to the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) more than eight million students competed in high school sports in the 2023-24 school year, exceeding an all time record of...

Racket at the ready, Lily Zollinger (9) prepares her knee brace to support a recently sustained injury. Despite the setback, she played through the entire tennis season while maintaining her usual commitment and team spirit.

Walk It Off

Victoria Hernandez, Staff Writer February 3, 2025

Over the years, there have been numerous success stories celebrated about famous athletes who have pushed past their pain and created glorious moments in sports history.  These instances resonate deeply...

During the first boys varsity basketball game of the 2025 season against Dana Hills on January 13, Mason Hodges jumps to earn two points for his team. The Stallions won 83-58 giving them a great start to the season. Hodges will play a key role in his final season.

Broken Record Alert: Mason Hodges Becomes All-Time Leading Point Holder

Audrey Tillotson, Staff Writer January 17, 2025

Mason Hodges is laying it all on the court in his final high school basketball season. He has been on the boys varsity basketball team since his freshman year and has been a solid starter for the past...

Dreams in Ink

Victoria Hernandez, Staff Writer December 9, 2024

National Signing Day occurred on November 13, 2024, when high school students across the country signed a binding National Letter of Intent (NLI) to officially commit to playing their sports at a collegiate...

Multi-sport high school athletes are among the busiest of all and the most driven, balancing between academics, family, friends and sports.

Multi-Sport Student Athletes: Juggling Sports, School and Life

Audrey Tillotson, Staff Writer December 6, 2024

According to a Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) survey, about 45% of high school student-athletes in the United States played more than one sport during the 2022-2023 school year.  Playing...

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