• CUSD Career Fair on March 24th From 5-7 p.m. at SJHHS.
  • ASB Elections on Wednesday, March 12.
  • SENIORS! Purchase Grad Night Tickets on Canvas Dashboard. Space is Limited!
  • Resume 101 Workshop in College & Career Center on Feb. 25th.
The story of San Juan as told by its students

The Express
The story of San Juan as told by its students

The Express
The story of San Juan as told by its students

The Express
Sydney Hogancamp

Sydney Hogancamp, Sports Editor

Sydney Hogancamp is a senior at San Juan Hills High School and this is her third year in The Express Newspaper. She is a bilingual student, being fluent in both Spanish and English, and she is the Spanish and  Sports Editor for The Express. She plays for the San Juan Hills girls varsity flag football team. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, as well as playing club flag football. She hopes to pursue a career in the sports industry.

All content by Sydney Hogancamp
Student poses as she logs onto the testing site, Secure Test Browser, for the annual CAASPP testing for the junior class. This year, incentives are given to encourage students to do their best; these include grade bumps, free dance tickets, and parking passes. The school also presented a light-hearted competition between Tesoro High School, hoping to motivate students.

Battle of the Brains

Sydney Hogancamp, Sports Editor
March 14, 2025
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
Varsity members, Sovo Vonkaenel (10) and Sadie Duff (10) smile as the team begins their season proudly with another victory.

Stallion Round Up 2/17-2/28

Sofia Bello, Sydney Hogancamp, and Domenica Peloso
February 28, 2025
Kendrick Lamar will take the stage with SZA to perform in New Orleans for the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Show. The two artists have multiple top hits together and fans are hoping to see it live.

Ranking the Past 10 Super Bowl Performances

Sofia Bello and Sydney Hogancamp
February 7, 2025
From left to right: Jackson Thurman (11), Daniel Riberos (11), Nathan Perlas (12), Kiyan Ghaffari (11), Kaden Banks (11), and Lucas Peña (11) smile together in their tacky tourist attire. On Wednesday 1/22, students dressed up in tourist-like clothing in the spirit for winter formal.

Stallion Round-Up 1/17-1/31

Sofia Bello and Sydney Hogancamp
February 3, 2025
Girls wrestling has been under-represented worldwide. The girls wrestling program has lacked female participants since the program started.

[Photo] Girls Wrestling: Defying Setbacks and Pursuing Greatness

February 19, 2025
Annabelle Ixtacuy (12), Drew Whittaker (12), and Sara Gaines (12) smile together during the pep rally, held in the gym on Friday, January 17th.

[Photo] Winter Formal Pep Rally: La La Land

Gabriella Bello, News Editor
January 26, 2025
Beginning from left to right, Adelyn Clifton (10), Skylie Willis (10), Reagan Rigol (10), and Addy Vaught (11), smile as they begin their winter season. The girls soccer team had their home opener against Foothill, which ended in a 0-0 draw.

Stallion Round-Up 11/15 – 12/6

Sofia Bello and Sydney Hogancamp
December 7, 2024
Established location in San Clemente, a student of the Togethership academy enters school where students can both focus on their academics and train for their sport. The new school serves junior high level athletes to help them take their sports career to the next level.

Sports Academy Provides a Constant Field Trip

Sydney Hogancamp, Sports Editor
December 2, 2024
On the mound, Ryan Pimentel (12) prepares to pitch the ball to the batter. Pimentel played for ‘Team Reeves’ but lost in a close game to ‘Team Kessler’ 4-3.

[Photo] Stallion Round-Up 10/21-11/4

Sofia Bello, Arts & Entertainment Editor
November 3, 2024
KICKING IN: Photo depicts the variety of energy drinks a person may consume. The drinks come in multiple flavors and colors peeking one’s interest, making it desirable. Students often rely on these drinks to help them through the day in order to stay on task and focus at school. Photo by Sydney Hogancamp

[Photo] Staying Alert on the Caffeine Crisis

Caden Mai, Staff Writer
November 4, 2024
The debate between public and private schools have been at an all time high in recent years- especially regarding high school sports. The difference in skill and unfair matchups haven't gone unseen, making people wonder: Is it unfair?

Public vs. Private: The Great Debate in High School Sports

Sydney Hogancamp, Sports Editor
October 18, 2024
Being a student athlete working towards being a college athlete is time-consuming and challenging. The journey is challenging, but it is also rewarding in the end.

[Photo] The Journey to Becoming a Collegiate Athlete

Audrey Tillotson, Staff Writer
October 7, 2024
CAPS AND GOWNS: The class of 2025 are looking forward to June 5th: Graduation Day. But, not all seniors are graduating in June. Several students have chosen to graduate early in December, as they want to get a head start on their futures.

[Photo] Grand Ambitions, Bright Futures, and Early Graduations

Reese Whitehead, Staff Writer
October 7, 2024
The varsity flag football players stand together in smiles, surrounding the seniors for senior night. The seniors hold the posters made by their teammates with heart-felt messages written on them. These athletes stay undefeated and won this game against Dana Hills 38-0.

Stallion Roundup 9/23-10/4

Sofia Bello and Sydney Hogancamp
October 4, 2024
Implemented due to the recent heat wave, a thermometer is located on the Badlands field to measure the air temperature. This is to ensure student athletes are not at risk while practicing their sport. If the thermometer drops down to the black zone (temperatures above 92.1), practice cancellations are mandatory.

Intense Heat Wave Disrupts School Sports

Sydney Hogancamp, Sports Editor
September 20, 2024
The graphic depicts the disparity in salaries between men and women sports. Social, political, and economic factors all contribute to the way women sports are perceived. Women have begun to earn more money through promotional endeavors and endorsements, rather than from their actual salaries.

Women’s Sports Thrive but Unequal Pay Continues

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
May 13, 2024
As we are approaching AP testing and finals, the wellness room located in the guidance building is a great place to relieve stress and high anxiety. The room environment is designed to be relaxing and includes comfy couches, calming scents, music, and coloring.

[Photo] Stallion Roundup 4/15-4/26

Claire Stafford and Maureen Pike
April 28, 2024
Gage Schroeter (10), Gwyn Lyon (10) and Ethan Howard (12) hold the hardware they won proudly at Oceanside. Schroeter and Howard won in Longboard competition while Lyon won in both the Longboard and Shortboard.

Surf Team are the Best in the Golden State, Again

Sydney Hogancamp and Joaquin Serrato
April 26, 2024
Data from the CDC represents the significant struggles a high school students goes through.

[Photo] Mental Health Awareness Week Inspires Hope and Healing

Sofia Bello, Photo Editor
April 26, 2024
As we are approaching AP testing and finals, the wellness room located in the guidance building is a great place to relieve stress and high anxiety. The room environment is designed to be relaxing and includes comfy couches, calming scents, music, and coloring.

As the junior class video plays on the big screen, representing the color of the junior class, a purple inflatable rushes out onto the floor to cheer on the crowd.

[Photo] Class of 2024 Wins the Clash

Sofia Bello, Photo Editor
April 12, 2024
Hosted at the Los Angeles Chargers headquarters, Jamie Maggio, Katie Sylvan, Kavita Dhillon, Ashley Kirby, and Megan Julian, join together to discuss their experiences and insight for young women who are looking to pursue a career in the sports industry.

More Than Just a Game for Women: A Career Game-Changer

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
April 8, 2024
Down at the Lowlands, the batting cage beside the softball field is under construction. Coach Tyler Deshon has begun the process of the cage structure, with the desire to give his players another tool to add to their training.

[Photo] Diamonds in the Rough

Joaquin Serrato, Sports Editor
March 22, 2024
The Lowlands are under work as Coach Tyler Deshon has been working on a new batting cage for his softball players. Due to the rainy weather, the progress of construction has been slower than planned, but the varsity players are thrilled for the new cage.

[Photo] Stallion Roundup 3/11-3/22

Maureen Pike and Claire Stafford
March 22, 2024
Illustration demonstrates the chance taken when gambling on a sport. Some make profit, others lose it.

Risky Bets: The Hidden World of Sports Gambling

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
March 6, 2024
Due to the increase in gun violence, Biden renews his call for gun legislation. The deadly shooting at the Kansas City parade is now the 48th mass shooting to happen this year.

Biden Urges Action on Gun Legislation: Enough is Enough

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
February 17, 2024
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.

[Photo] Four Stallions at Flag Football Championships

Joaquin Serrato, Sports Editor
February 14, 2024
South OC Wave 17u girls team smiled as they were honored on stage. The team has four players from San Juan Hills, one player from Trabuco Hills, and one player from Mission Viejo High School.

[Photo] Stallion Roundup 1/29- 2/9

Maureen Pike
February 9, 2024
All athletes in attendance have the opportunity to sign the "NFL Flag" poster, to make their mark on growing the game. The South OC Wave team, whose team is made up of Capo and Saddleback district girls, checked in for the tournament.

NFL Flag Championships at Pro Bowl Games

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
February 9, 2024
Outside of the swag bag given by NFL Flag, the Los Angeles Rams provided their own gear for the South Oc Wave team as they were their representatives in the tournament. All players received a LA rams shirt, an Oakley backpack, and a pair of Oakley sunglasses.

When checking in, all players and coaches were given an athlete swag bag. Players received an Oakley backpack, NFL Pro Bowl exclusive flags, a bluetooth speaker, a long sleeve shirt, a hoodie, and a towel.

All games were held at University of Central Florida's Intramural Fields. Each game was 20 minutes, with two 10 minute halves. Athletes had the opportunity to compete against some of the best flag football players in their age division.

Head Coach, Corey Hill, getting interviewed by NFL Flag. "I'm excited for what our team has to bring and watch these girls ball out," said Hill.

South OC Wav 17u girls team smiled as they were honored on stage. The team has four players from San Juan Hills, one player from Trabuco Hills, and one player from Mission Viejo High School.

At check in, South Oc Wave received their Los Angeles Rams uniforms and were called on stage to be announced. Over 2,600 competitors were in attendance to battle for victories.

Team check in and registration is held at the University of Central Florida. Teams received their credentials and wristbands for the tournament along with athlete swag bags and NFL Pro Bowl tickets.

All athletes in attendance, have the opportunity to sign the "NFL Flag" poster, to make their mark on growing the game. The South OC Wave team, whose team is made up of Capo and Saddleback district girls, checked in for the tournament.

The NFL Flag Championships at Pro Bowl Games is held in conjunction with the NFL Pro Bowl Week in Orlando, Florida. The top flag football teams in the country, ages 7-17 competed in a National Championship tournament.

Sophomore Gwyneth Lyon was adopted in China at a year old. She has been living in San Clemente since then, with her mom, dad, and two brothers.

Creating Forever Bonds: One Adoption at a Time

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
January 26, 2024
Artwork illustrating the focus of the decline in reading books. Students are constantly balancing school work and extra curriculars, leaving no time to flip through pages.

Do Not Read This Story

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
November 15, 2023
Model United Nations student George Zhe Wang (12), giving his argument towards real world issues. Students participate in debates and give their opinions on different topics and from the perspective of the country they represent.

[Photo] Model United Nations Celebrates the Sucess of Their First Conference

Claire Stafford, Co-Editor-In-Cheif
October 8, 2023
Cutting the ribbon for the grand opening of the wellness center, Stuart McClure, Manoj Mahindrakar, Refugio Gracian, Christopher Brown, Judy Bullocks, Amy Hanacek, and representatives from CHOC Hospital, join together to celebrate the second wellness center in the Capistrano Unified School District. Located in the guidance building, students can come in to take a break and practice healthy coping habits to relax with pressures and anxiety.

Wellness Center Opens

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
October 8, 2023

Singer-Songwriter Takes us on a ‘Ride’ Through Her Music Career

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
September 22, 2023
The magnificent student magician, Jason Studdert (11) performed a magic show for students in publishing class. Studdert loves putting on a good show and loves making people happy with his talent.

Back to School is ‘Magic’ for Him

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
September 22, 2023
Illustration depicting the controversy between sports and academics. To excel in both academics and sports can be stressful and take a toll on an student-athelete’s mental health. Graphic by Sydney Hogancamp

Balancing School and Sports: The Best of Both Worlds

Sydney Hogancamp, Features Editor
May 3, 2023
Artwork illustrating several injuries that are common in sports such as concussions, ankle and wrist sprains, and knee pain. Time away from sports may vary, depending on how severe the injury is and can cause a major set back. Graphic by Sydney Hogancamp

The Dark Side of Sports Injuries

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
April 19, 2023
Senior Amanda Reeves, a player in the game, hides in fear as her assassin attempts to shoot her. So far, 174 players have been eliminated battling to be the ultimate assassin.

Seniors Aim to Win Cash Prize

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
March 2, 2023
Bridget Miller (12) and Jake Topartzer (12) smile as they receive the OCADA “Athletes of Character” award. The varsity athletes have demonstrated their leadership skills both on and off campus.

Varsity Athletes Recognized with ‘Athletes of Character’ Award

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
February 16, 2023
Monika Degree (11) and Kristina Degree (9) participate in Friday’s dress-up day “Snow Day'' by bundling up for the winter season and wearing puffer vests and beanies.

[Photo] “A Winter in Paris” Captured in Photos

Sydney Wolfe, Photo Editor
January 27, 2023
Harry Styles’s talent draws in people from all around the world. Fans camped out for days prior to the show just to make it into “Harry’s House”.

Concrete Camping In ‘Style’ for Fans

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
November 17, 2022
Two protestors from environmental activist group Just Stop Oil threw soup on the historic Van Gogh painting "Vase with Fifteen Sunflowers" to bring attention to today's climate issues. However, vandalism is not the solution to solve a detrimental issue.

[Photo] Cold Soup on Art Will Not Solve Today's Climate Crisis

November 6, 2022
Kicks to Give Club Members joining together for their first meeting of the year. Members donate soccer equipment and write cards for children in Africa.

Clubs Strive for Positive Impact in Community

Sydney Hogancamp and Blake Davenport
October 25, 2022
Sophomore quarterback, Gianna Ioja, looks down field to find an open receiver to throw to. The Stallions battle in a double header versus Mission Viejo High School and Woodbridge High School.

Girls Flag Football: Yeah, It’s a Thing

Sydney Hogancamp, Feature Editor
October 20, 2022
SJHHS School Counselors visit 10th grade history classes to educate students on the importance of Suicide Prevention month.

Students and Teachers Come Together to Spread Awareness Regarding Suicide Prevention Month

Sofia Bello, Sydney Hogancamp, Avery Koenig, and Domenica Peloso
September 27, 2022
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