The Torch

Next Man Up

Tyler Welch, Print Editor-in-Chief // January 31, 2022

For four years, each class of high school athletes have the chance to win district championships, beat school rivals, and form everlasting bonds with their teammates. The common goal of going as far as...

Cheer On!

Tyler Welch, Print Editor-in-Chief // October 1, 2021

Pom-poms, chants, dances- these are just a few words that come to mind when you hear the word cheerleaders. The sideline entertainment of countless sporting events, cheerleading often faces scrutiny and...

Star Kicker Hits Game-Winner

Tyler Welch, Print Editor-in-Chief // September 10, 2021

Senior kicker Keegan Sneedon stands tall on the field, bouncing slightly as he awaits the snap. With only three seconds remaining on the clock, a losing score of 10-9 flashes across the massive...

Work Hard, Play Harder

Tyler Welch, Print Editor-in-Chief // February 11, 2021

Tips and Tricks to Help You Make Any Sports Team Tryouts can be one of the most stressful experiences any athlete can undertake. With coaches scrutinizing your every move as you try and prove your worth,...

How Athlete Recruitment Has Changed

Tyler Welch, Print Editor-in-Chief // November 9, 2020

It’s no secret that nearly every high school athlete has aspirations of one day competing in college or the pros. Athletes are prone to fantasizing about a scout walking up to them after a game and offering...

Basketball Player Profile

January 29, 2020

Daniela Álzate Background: I was in the 5th grade when I started playing. My grandma played basketball when she was in college and she’s always been an inspiration to me. Pregame ritual: Before every...