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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

Guard Anna Shreeve (11) shoots a jump shot in the key, scoring for the Stallions. In the first quarter of San Juan Hills’ game against rival San Clemente, the Stallions held a lead of up to 10 points at times. The Stallions ultimately win 66-48 and go on to tie with San Clemente for first place in the Sea View League. San Juan Hills ultimately made it to the second round of CIF.

Three Consecutive League Titles for Girls Hoops

Joaquin Serrato, Sports Editor March 1, 2024

For three seasons in a row, the girls basketball team has brought a league title home to The Woodlands. “We [the team] always had the motivation to win league, we always work really hard and we know...

South OC Wave 17u girls team smiles as they were honored on stage in Orlando, Florida. The team has four players from San Juan Hills, one player from Trabuco Hills, and one player from Mission Viejo High School all coming together to represent the Los Angeles Rams.

Four Stallions at Flag Football Championships

Joaquin Serrato, Sports Editor February 14, 2024

Girls flag football has exploded onto the scene within the past year, considering the fact that it became an official CIF sport in 2023. Four SJHHS varsity players also play for a newly established club...

The Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers will be facing off in the 58th Super Bowl on February 11th. Currently, the 49ers hold 5 Super Bowl titles, while the Chiefs hold 3.

Super Bowl 58 has Arrived

Riley Savage, Staff Writer February 10, 2024

Watched by over 115 million people, the Super Bowl is one of the most watched events every year. Two teams have a chance in the 58th edition of the big game to lift the Lombardi Trophy. Those teams are...

 In the Badlands, Isabel Sawyers (11) Marlowe Knudtson (11) show their school spirit at the “Battle of the Bell” football game. The game was SJHHS vs Tesoro and “Bright Out” themed.

High School Sports and Heckling

Joaquin Serrato, Sports Editor February 9, 2024

Sports fanatics who occupy seats at a stadium will likely chant to encourage their team. It’s part of the experience to vocally push and cheer their millionaire heroes to victory in their billion-dollar...

Quarterback Timmy Herr is in his throwing motion, targeting a receiver to his left in a CIF-Semi Final game. This season was Herr’s first at SJHHS. The lefty quarterback liked the welcoming environment at San Juan Hills. “A good thing that stood out is [that] right when I got here, everyone treated me as family. I just got welcomed in by the coaches and the players right away. It was easy to build a bond with the team and the coaches,” said Herr.

2023 Stallion Football Recap

Joaquin Serrato, Sports Editor December 13, 2023

11 wins and two losses was the record for Stallion Football this season in 2023. It was an improvement to say the least from the previous two seasons. In 2021, the win total was three while in 2022 it...

Safety Gemma Goldman (9) leaps up for the ball in their game against Mater Dei. The play ended up resulting in a pick six. They won the game 12-6, which made Goldman’s touchdown crucial in the winning effort.

Girls Flag Football Season Recap

Riley Savage, Staff Writer December 8, 2023

The SJHHS Girls Flag Football team put in long hours throughout their fall season to make sure they had the best outcome possible. Not only did they win numerous games, but they created unimaginable relationships...

Attentively coaching the cheer team, Katie Pender helps prepare the team for the Homecoming Pep Rally. Varsity cheerleaders, Kate Warezak (12), Sidney Campbell (11), and Kennedy Canizales (12) practice making a V-like formation in preparation for the rally.

Jumping Deeper Into a Cheerleader’s Life

Madison Wolikow, Staff Writer November 8, 2023

Hard work, dance routines, and pom poms. Stallion Cheer practices rigorously to put on a show between downs and quarters.  Each week entire class periods are devoted for cheerleaders to work together...

Athletes from schools all over the district collected at San Juan Hills High School for a meet. The long-distance runners prepare for the sound of the horn, adjusting their starting stance.

Freshman Cross Country Team Places Second at Clovis Invitational

Riley Savage, Staff Writer October 15, 2023

Cross Country is a sport that takes a lot of preparation and determination. However, for the San Juan Hills Freshman Cross Country team, the preparation has already started. The “Frosh” team competed...

Aubrey Meis (9) strikes the tennis ball with her racket, launching it towards her opponent. The freshman has not lost a match yet while competing for the varsity tennis team. Playing tennis is not always easy. “I hit the ball with a lot of pace, but I could play players that don’t give off any pace or are more like moon balling, and I don’t do as well with that,” said Meis.

Freshman Shines on the Tennis Court

Lucy Garibaldi, Staff Writer October 14, 2023

Freshman Aubrey Meis is on a winning streak, beating her opponents in every match she has played so far for San Juan Hills Varsity tennis.  Prior to high school, the young tennis prospect played other...

Head Coach Robert Frith stares and scans the opponent warming up before battle. This stare-down is done before every Stallion Football game by the coach and team. San Juan ended up winning the game improving 7-0 against Tesoro High School.

Family and Football: A Week With Head Coach Robert Frith

Joaquin Serrato, Sports Editor October 2, 2023

Repetition: The act or an instance of repeating or being repeated. This word is arguably the best way to describe the life of busy people. Stallion Head Football Coach, Robert Frith, is a busy person.  “It...

Nellie Foulger smashes a backhand at a T3Tennis on Wheels clinic. The focus of this drill is mobility on backhand deliveries

Where the Rubber Meets the Road on the Hardcourt

Vanessa Ortiz, Staff Writer September 22, 2023

Junior Varsity tennis player Madeline Castiglione (10), like most student-athletes, has a busy schedule. Volunteering at wheelchair tennis clinic occupies a spot in Castiglone’s full schedule. Keith...

 Receiver Sydney Hogancamp (11) carries the ball toward the end zone in a varsity tournament game. The Stallions ended up winning the game 12-6 over the Foothill Knights.

Girls Flag Football: CIF’s Newest Sport

Joaquin Serrato, Sports Editor September 22, 2023

Friday nights at high schools across the country, America’s sport is played. This is then followed by College football Saturdays and NFL Sundays. This is what Americans look forward to after a long work...

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