Volume 101, Issue 2 Modesto High School December 2013 The Panther Press 18 H Street Modesto, CA 95351 Table of Contents

Editor-in-Chief: Samuel Lee News

Contributing Editors: Anti-Bullying Assembly ...... 4 Mackenzie Anderson, Megan Anderson, Band: Marching On Jason Li Challenge Day ...... 5 Panther Press Staff: Samantha Baca, Gloria Hernandez, Laura Lee, Talent Show Nicholas Lim, Isabel Martinez, Joshua Muni- ain, Nicole Parhizgari, Lokeisha Sisco, Lucy Features Wenstrup, Yileng Xiong, Abraham Youhana School Hygiene ...... 6

Photographers: Cleaning Up Social Media ...... 7 Austin Mendes and Kelsey Lewis School Lunch Nutrition ...... 8 Cover Art by: Music: Buying and Downloading ...... 9 Sebian Martinez Escobar and Lauren Ng Break Up Violence Adviser: Kerrie Glenn Cultures and Customs of MHS ...... 10 [email protected] Mack’s Tips - Winter Break...... 11 Credits: Anti-Bullying Month Contest Winners Cover banner and picture by Scott Mitchell. Winning Essay ...... 12 The Panther Press is created for and by students of Modesto High School. The goal Winning Poster is to bring news to MHS and acknowledge Winning Poem ...... 13 ideas, events, and individuals on campus in an unbiased and professional manner. Sports The opinions expressed in this publica- tion are those of the journalism staff and Football, Boys Soccer, ...... 14 not of Modesto High School or Modesto City Schools. This publication may also be , Cross Country ...... 15 accessed at mohipantherpress.com. Letters Girls , Girls may be mailed to MHS or submitted to Ker- rie Glenn’s mailbox in the main office.

GERM WARS Story on page 6 CARTOON BY TAYLOR ZHOU

2 THE PANTHER PRESS First and foremost, I would encourage all our readers to like to thank all our readers for Letter From actively visit our website for the positive feedback regarding the latest sports updates, news our last issue. The staff and I will the Editor recaps, and feature stories. continue to work diligently to If there is a pressing issue create informative and creative Samuel Lee on campus that is not being issues for you, our readers. covered by the Panther Press I would like to remind our or have questions, I encour- readers to continue to visit our age you to send an email to website, mohipantherpess.com. [email protected]. We have recently purchased a I will do my best to respond new sports addition, which will promptly. allow us to post regular sports’ Thank you for your contin- score updates and records. I ued support.

How Will You Spend Winter Break? Seniors Max Rojas - Winter Break is nothing but a cold spring break. Catherina Tan - I’m going to New York with my family to spend Christmas with my sister.

Juniors Allie Munson- I might make a short film about fandoms. Jon Souza - Life. I’m also helping Allie with her film.

Sophomores Amanda Davis - My friends and I are having a Christmas party. We’re going to wear ugly sweaters and make gingerbread houses. Jennifer Joseph - My cousins from Florida are coming over and we’re going to Vegas.

Freshmen Ellen Davis - My family and I are taking a vacation and going to Puerto Rico for Christmas. Angel Tamayo - I plan on spending time with my friends and family during Winter Break.

December 2013 3 ANTI-BULLYING Nicole Parhizgari ASSEMBLY On November 14, MHS staff and students organized bullying victims. an anti-bullying assembly in the auditorium. The as- “It was so brave of sembly featured a student-made video demonstrating them, I could never the potential effects of bullying and live testimonials talk about something from students regarding personal experiences with like that,” said senior bullying. MHS principal Jason Manning gave a sur- Tasha Go. prise testimonial as well. It was hard to imagine that even our The assembly proved a success as many students principal was bullied at one point, but Mr. expressed their appreciation afterwards. Manning’s testimonial brought the reality that “It gave me a sense of empowerment and I had the anyone can be bullied. sudden urge to go help those victims that can’t stand “During his story, I wondered why no one helped up for themselves,” said sophomore Alex Yaum. him,” said senior Milly Rodriguez. “When I heard that a first grader got plastic surgery “Overall I thought the anti-bullying month had a just to avoid getting bullied, my heart broke,” Junior good effect on people. I think people sharing their Premjot Saroya said. testimonies and hearing that our principal had a bul- Ng continued, “It really reminds us to think before lying issue when he was younger was good for the we speak because we never know how it might affect students to hear because a lot of the students would someone.” not think that the principal was bullied. I really think The testimonials were the “cherry-on-top” to the as- it opened the eyes of the students,” said senior Kelsi sembly, and displayed the emotional experiences of Brink.

KEEP MARCHING ON Joshua Munian The MHS student body often the Library of Congress,” said band context, the time commitment that times does not recognize the tal- member senior Brandon Tang. the band puts into practicing may ent that is present at their school. The MHS marching band has seem a bit extreme. The fact is that The MHS marching band has had and always kept up a high level creating the right ambiance at foot- a level of achievement that has of achievement. The band puts ball games and rallies isn’t their first often times gone unrecognized. in so much work to keep up its priority. They practice to participate The MHS marching band is the record of excellence that many of in competitions, and they still aren’t only class 1A band in Modesto. its members feel that it should be recognized when they win. Both Beyer and Enochs are only considered a sport. “I think that any more coverage AA marching bands. The band not only has regular [the band] can get for any activity In addition to the conditioning like other sports, but would be great,” said drum major marching band’s high also hosts regular practices three senior Hayden Jackson. rank, it also has a days a week from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. In the end, it’s the small things rich history. and on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. that matter most to the band. “Our band… to 5:00 p.m. “Just last year, the morning played for President Taft in “The time dedicated and intercom actually mentioned our 1912. We were banned the physical activity merits the band during morning announce- from a national champ- [marching band] status as a sport,” ments one Tuesday. It seems like ionship for being too said senior Reza Talieh. a small thing to be announced on good in the late 1920s. The student body only really the intercom, and it really is, but it’s One of our recordings sees the band in action at football definitely a step up from years ago,” was put on a historical list in games and during rallies. In that said Tang.

4 THE PANTHER PRESS MHS hosted its second annual Challenge Day on November 15th. Chal- lenge Day is a student run event that is aimed towards providing safety and support for students. Program leaders Lazlyn Marcos and Xiadani Avila described the day as “a day where our fellow peers can be themselves without any fear or judgment.” Challenge Day is a moment when students can simply be themselves without any shame. More than 70 students showed up to the event. Some had mixed feel- ings knowing that by the end of the program others would know their CHALLENGE vulnerabilities. Freshman Elese Donovan said, “Although I was giving my own per- DAY sonal stories in front of people I didn’t know, I felt nothing but love and compassion. That right there made my four hours spent at Challenge Day Nicholas Lim worth it.” Students partook in many activities such as “If You Really Knew Me.” In “If You Really Knew Me” students gathered in a circle and told the truth about themselves that others would otherwise no know. Students also participated in “Cross the Line” in which students are given questions pertaining to their everyday lives. If the question was similar to some- thing a student had experienced, he or she would cross a line to signify their experience. Other students were not allowed to talk as their silence signified a universal sign of love. Every student left feeling uplifted having shared and interacted with others in such a positive way. This past November 6th, MHS held its 13th annual enough variety to the show. The talent show fea- talent show featuring multiple acts all from MHS stu- tured strictly musical acts with seven vocal acts and dents. Even after 13 years, the talent show is still the six dance performances. largest and most popular MHS theatre production. “The show this year was really heavy Carefully chosen performers dominated the stage on vocals. I just wish that there was more with rhythmic dances and spine chilling voices, fill- variety in the show other than musical songs. I ing the auditorium with thunderous applause from loved Ally Munson’s “Skyfall” though,” said senior ecstatic crowds. Cesar Arreola. Many students gave stellar reviews of the show. “I hope that next year there will be something like “Put my Records On’” was my favorite was my stand up comedy,” said sophomore Nicole Parhizgari. favorite. It’s such a catchy song, and she sang it so well!” said senior Jeanah Kim. “The first act, the classical piano piece, was amazing! It was a shame that she didn’t get a trophy. I think she was the best act of the night. It took a lot of skill to play something at that level,” said senior Gabby Brow. TALENT SHOW “Some of the singers were absolutely Samantha Baca phenomenal. Neve and her paino playing so, so, so good! It was a shame that she didn’t get any awards. I think she was the best one in the show,” said soph- omore Lucy Wenstrup. Some students complained that there wasn’t

December 2013 5 Flu season creeps around the corner as the days become shorter and the weather becomes colder. It is absolutely imperative that Panthers on-campus do their best to stay healthy to avoid excessive absences. The best method of eluding illnesses would be to get plenty of rest every night and to maintain proper hygiene. However, like most high school students, Panthers may have a bit of trouble in the department of hygiene. It’s commonly known that the restrooms at Modesto High rarely stay clean for long. Senior Nicole Lewis said, “The restrooms are extremely dirty by the end of the day. I don’t really want to touch anything in there.” leave empty hand sanitizer bottles on their desks.” The custodians on duty are not at fault in this situa- Many students also notice that teachers lick their tion, but rather the students who fail to preserve the fingers before passing out papers. Though this is cleanliness of the restrooms. Students who arrive at usually brushed off quite easily, there are some who school early know that the restrooms are spotless in fear the spreading of germs and disapprove of the the mornings. However, by the afternoon after use contamination of papers. by hundreds of students, it’s no wonder why the “I hate it when teachers lick my papers before giv- restrooms end up so filthy. ing them to me. I always give the first paper to the Restrooms also tend to have some fundamen- person behind me,” said senior Jacob Landeros. tal problems. Senior Reilly Blickenstaff pointed Not all of the germ spreading happens inside the out that, “The bathrooms always run classrooms. It may even be safe to say most of it hap- out of soap making it pens outside and around the halls. hard to stay hygienic at “Too many kids spit on the ground and in the hall- school.” way. It really grosses me out,” said sophomore Natalie The problems with the Schlenker. restrooms on campus Unaware of the consequences, students will inten- are coupled with the tionally spit anywhere, cough or sneeze without cov- lack of hand ering up, or share personal items such as chapstick or sanitizer and tissues water bottles. in some classrooms. MHS also has a few “germaphobes” such as senior This can be detri- Brad Maher who always carries a pocket-sized bottle mental to the of hand sanitizer and keeps a toothbrush and tooth- health of MHS paste in the glove compartment of his car. For many students during of these health-conscious people, staying hygienic is the cold sea- not a problem. They deal with what the school lacks son. by bringing their own supplies to school. Junior Though it is nearly impossible to stay completely Krupa Modi germ-free, it’s necessary to try to stay hygienic. By said, “A lot maintaining one’s own health, he or she is prevent- of teachers ing others from getting sick. This season avoid the just flu and zap away the sick-days!

GERM WARSJason Li

6 THE PANTHER PRESS Polish Up Your Profile

Everyone has classmates that post that negative representations on- nonstop whether it’s a stream of line is not grounds enough to deny a tweets about how much they want student. However, do not give them Taco Bell, or photo after photo on a chance. Facebook of them and their signifi- Take some time to do some deep cant other. Usually these posts are cleaning of your profile. There are harmless, at worst a bit annoying. obvious things to check such as While they should feel free to express photos and recent updates. Also see themselves, there are some things that there are no tags, wall posts, or students might want to rethink be- even comments from friends litter- fore hitting “post.” ing a profile. Even if a “buddy” was The thought of potential colleges just “joking around,” lewd comments or employers viewing social media as reflect both ways. a character reference isn’t pleasant for How can one put his or her best most students. Nevertheless, it hap- cyber-foot forward to really make pens and the risk must be addressed. a good impression? Like pages on According to a Kaplan Test Prep Facebook, retweet notable people survey of 350 admissions officers, on Twitter, and show that the ap- over 25% said they had looked up ap- plication is a true reflection of self. plicants on Facebook or Google, and Some officers may double check a over 80% use social media to recruit “passion” for helping animals. This and connect with possible students. doesn’t mean a reinvention of an on- Employers and admission officers line profile but rather a gentle push alike search those applying for schol- towards a little extra discretion. arships, internships, jobs, and more. First impressions are often key. Some adjust privacy settings rather More and more teenagers are mak- than delete questionable photos and ing impressions online without even posts. However, profile pictures are meeting the person they’re trying to usually still visible. Lewd gestures win over. Though admissions officers or potential drug or alcohol use in and employers are aware that no- profile pictures may be a turn off for body is perfect, an online profile can admission officers or potential em- damage what may seem on paper to ployers. Admissions officers claim be a pristine image. Megan Anderson

December 2013 7 Methyl- cyclopropene, aspartame, astax- anthin, benzoic acid, emulsifiers, monosodium glu- tamate--doesn’t that just make your mouth water? they’re being served is up to par. recommended standard for fat These unnecessarily long words On the national level, Ameri- content according to parents.com. are a mouthful in more ways than can schools under the National With such disheartening statis- one. These terms most likely won’t School Lunch Act of 1946 are to tics, many students are opting to find their way into high school be provided “nutritionally bal- pack their own lunches rather than biology textbooks, but chances anced, low-cost or free lunches to eat school provided ones. Senior are they will be in nutrition labels children each school day,” ac- Samantha Archer packs her own on school lunches. cording to fns.usda.gov. Lunch lunch. “It’s disgusting,” explained Chemicals such as hormones nutrition would then be based on Archer. “I only ate [school lunch] and potentially toxic pesticides Dietary Guidelines for Americans. freshman year, but even then I harmfully collide with other School food authorities on a local didn’t want to.” antibiotics and growth hormones level are to decide which foods The installment of the new injected into daily meals. Stud- should be served and in what vending machine across the hall ies have shown ingestion of way the food is to be prepared. from the attendance office offers chemicals to increase one’s risk of Unfortunately, school provided a glimmer of hope. With more nu- cancer. It’s distressing that most meals cannot be expected to fit tritional options available such as places of learning have yet to the needs of the wide variety of on-the-go packets of applesauce, smarten up about school lunch- students. Popchips, almonds, and granola es—Modesto High included. Troublingly, the USDA has bars, perhaps MHS is turning over In the 2011-2012 school year, stated that typical school lunches a new leaf—preferably a lettuce 2776 school cafete- greatly exceed the recommend- leaf. However, there is always rias did not have a single health ed 500 milligrams of sodium- room for improvement; one can’t inspection (even though they are some more than doubling that help but question the presence of required to have two) leaving stu- amount—and over two thirds chocolate chip cookies amongst dents wondering whether what of American schools exceed the the trail mix and sports drinks. Mackenzie Anderson

8 THE PANTHER PRESS Saving Moolah on Music Yai rarely buys music and is pushed to As Friedrich Nietzche said in Twilight of the Idols, download songs from Youtube or RealPlayer be- “Without music, life would be a mistake.” Although cause of the great cost. With advances in technol- what Nietzche considered music is vastly different ogy that makes it easier to download copyrighted from modern day music, many teenagers agree with content online, also known as “pirating,” many more him. With music such an integral part of life, why do students from an increasing technologically aware teens increasingly opt out of buying music? generation are choosing to pirate content. “The last time I bought music was in 2008” said Ar- Colin Brannigan and Matthew Ng are prime rep- man Rojas. However, Rojas uses online music steam- resentations of an increasing tech savvy generation. ing services such as Pandora and doesn’t download Both sophomores only buy music on occasion and illegally. more often than not, choose to download music Music has become increasing available online illegally. through sites such as Spotify, Pandora, SoundClound, “What if you spend $1.50 on a new Jay-Z song and Youtube and other websites. These websites are it sucks?” Brannigan said. based around the idea of circumventing copyright Although a single song may cost little more than laws that protects music from being illegally obtained. pocket change, the total cost adds up when con- But, with the rise in price in music sparked by iTunes’ structing a library of music. decision in 2009 to raise hit songs to $1.29 a pop, Even students that make it a point to purchase all more people are choosing to download music off the their music, such as Reese Ingraham, are baffled by Internet for free. the cost. “We all know everyone does it,” said Brandon Yai. Websites such as Spotify, SoundCloud, and Pan- Yai claims, “It’s not illegal if you don’t sell it.” dora allow users to listen to music free of charge as Yai quotes a common excuse to justify illegal music long as an Internet connection is maintained. The downloads loosely based around US Copyright Law high cost of music does not have to inhibit your abil- as the law states that copies can be made of music if ity to legally enjoy your favorite songs. they are personal copies for personal use. Lucy Wenstrup Break Up the Brutality Relationships are meant to be budding abuse. Abuse is not only an intimate relationship continue healthy, expressive, and free. How- physical; it can also be verbal and/ to date their abuser. Often times ever, as many students engage in or emotional. Nearly 1.5 million the abused are either too scared their first relationships during high high school students nationwide to leave or feel they are reliant on school, they may not see the signs experience physical abuse from a the abuser. or may be in denial that they are in dating partner each year. One in It is important to always be a controlling or abusive relation- ten high school students have been aware of the signs of a controlling ship. hit, slapped, or physically hurt by a relationship. If the signs are there, The first sign of a controlling girlfriend or boyfriend. it is important to get out of the relationship is losing contact with Violent relationships in adoles- relationship immediately before family, friends, and activities. A cents can have big consequences. it has a chance to turn abusive. controlling partner needs to know Some of those include substance A lot of the time it seems impos- every move, sets rules for his or abuse, eating disorders, risky sexual sible for the abused to leave the her partner, and considers him or behavior, and further domestic abuser for many reasons, but it is herself as self-righteous in every violence. Only 33 % of teens who always important to remember situation. This may develop into have been in a violent relationships there are safe houses, people to abuse. ever tell anyone about the abuse talk to, and hotlines to turn to. When they have the need to that was occurring. 81% of parents Help is always available. Don’t know every move, never take believe that teen dating violence expect your abusive partner to blame, and have different rules for is not an issue or admit they don’t change. their partner than for him orher- know it is an issue. Nearly 80% of Gloria Hernandez self, these are all warning signs of girls who have been abused during

December 2013 9 New Years –Fresno the Hmong international New Year is celebrated for a week and 2 days and is full of singing and dancing competitions. The new year for the Hmong people is when people wear their traditional clothes that they have sewn by hand and go out to seek their loved ones or just have fun.

New Year - Cambodian New Year takes place on April 14-18. At the beginning of the ceremony, people give food as gifts to the monks. The New Year is celebrated with danc- Laura Lee and Yileng Xiong ing, shows, gambling and food. Some of the dishes include beef sticks, stuffed chicken wings, sticky rice, meat balls and papaya salad. 4th of July – Independence Day, “Diwali”, takes place around Halloween. During the night, they head to church and enjoy lots of fireworks and sweets. This holiday occurs all over India and gifts are shared such as clothes.

Holi is a holiday where Hindu and Sikhism come together and bond by praying together and panting one another. They have temples called “Gurdwara” Weddings & Funerals - and everyone is welcome. Everything revolves around During outdoor weddings one god and the belief that the mistreating of cows is or funerals, the family a crime. Additionally, they aren’t allowed to eat meat provides fine mats to the fortu on Sundays. A special candle called “Diya” is often lit nate or unfortunate family. during “Diwali”. The sister would tie a bracelet onto These mats are handmade and generally cost the other brother which symbolizes around $1,000. However, many of those who long life. These bracelets are worn make these mats are dying, and the youth aren’t to protect them from evil spirits. learning to follow in their footsteps. As a result, they are becoming is more valued and are basi- cally being cycled between the different branch- es of family. In the Samoan language, the fine mats are called “ie faitagas”.

10 THE PANTHER PRESS RECUPERATE THE WEATHER’S GLOOMY, Winter hibernation isn’t just for bears—Panther’s BUT YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE can do it too! Take this time to catch up on some Even if you’re not one to celebrate, embrace the holi- serious sleep. day cheer of the season. Join in on the festive fun even Comfort foods are a key part of the season. if it’s not normally your scene. Indulge a bit or try out some recipes (new or old) Spend some time with others. Family time may not be for yourself. as thrilling or heartwarming as it seems on TV, but it’s Replace your history class documentaries with never a bad idea to spread some love. movies of your choice. Set up your Netflix In- Don’t let the cold trap you indoors—get out of the stant queue and spend a day on your couch for a house, even if it does require putting on a few extra movie marathon. layers. Find an ice skating rink, take a walk, or meet up If you’ve got the money for a spa treatment, with friends at the movies. now’s the time to cash it in. Don’t Make a to-do list of fun activities to underestimate the beauty of check off over the break. Check homemade spa treatments out Christmas Tree Lane in either! Google Ceres or try the new homemade face Starbucks holiday masks and bath drinks your friends salts and get keep posting ready to pictures of on pamper Instagram. yourself.

MAKE IT MEMORABLE Take a daytrip to somewhere special. To embrace the winter BE RESPONSIBLE weather, take a snow day or hike through Yosemite. Be prepared for college deadlines Starting a winter tradition will ensure you’ll never and send things in early (hundreds of forget this break. Call up your friends for a polar thousands of other students will be trying to send plunge or throw a party. Drive around town with a their common apps in last minute too, which could cheesy (but fun!) game of Christmas bingo with hot lead to some application meltdowns). chocolate and carols. Write down some New Year’s Resolutions to end the Keep those without a home for the holidays in mind. school year on a good note and be your happiest in Knit scarves, help out a soup kitchen, or donate; it is 2014. the season of giving, folks. Make yourself read through class notes at least once Let loose. There are no dress codes or strict sched- over the break so you don’t forget everything from ules to adhere to for the next two and a half weeks. the first semester. Make the most of it, Panthers! Do your winter homework. Just do it.

December 2013 11 All too often we hear about the negative impacts Throughout junior high, I thrived. I grew as a per- of bullying- its influence in society, its possible son and developed my hobbies and interests. I be am physical damage, and the long-lasting psychologi- today. As I grew, I noticed that the girls that used to cal consequences on the victim. But what about its bully me grew up too. No longer did it matter what I aftermath on the relationships between people? It is wore of how hard I studied for a test. Instead, people easy to assume that the friendship between the bul- began to pay attention to my character, my morals, ly and the victim is destroyed beyond repair. How- and my values. My old bullies began to see me for ever, given time and who I really was, not forgiveness, this may for my external im- not always be the case. age. Just as my moth- As a 6th grader, I was er predicted, things bullied. I was teased really did change. for my appearance and for my love of learning. As I reached high I often went home and school, I contin- cried to my mother, too ued to grow. I began scared to defend myself to feel confident in and heartbroken about myself and my abili- what my classmates said ties. Those around me about me. I was so cer- continued to develop tain that the solution as well. My 6th grade to my problems was to bullies began to em- switch schools, make brace the diverse new friends, and es- personalities of those cape the ridicule I faced around them, and the every day. However, material differences each time I sobbed to between us were not my mother, she always significant anymore. said to me, “Give it time. Today, the girls that Things will change.” bullied and teased I wasn’t sure what me are now some my mother meant by of my best friends. “change” and I did Frequently, victims not know when this of bullying assume “change” would hap- that conditions will pen. I struggled with never improve and the bullies throughout that their relation- the rest of that year, ships are destroyed thankful for a new start forever. However, as junior high approached. When 7th grade ar- my experiences with bullying prove that this is not rived, I was fortunate enough to find a new group always true. There is hope- hope for change and of friends who appreciated my company. As a re- hope for new beginnings. Just as my mother al- sult, the girls that bullied me just a year ago seemed ways told me: “Give it time. Things will change.” distant. Although they still went to school with me, and despite the fact that I had classes with many of them, they were no longer a part of my life.

12 THE PANTHER PRESS You wake up crying, an empty feeling within Tired of trying, can’t seem to fit in

Just like the rest, you want to feel cool But there’s weight on your chest, and the problems at school

A word that was said transformed into a rumor Which then quickly spread around class like a tumor

They called you names, they laughed at your hair Their words burned like flames, you were left in despair

You fell to the floor, they spit in your face You felt in your core, “I don’t belong in this place”

You scream, “Why me, this world is unfair Can anyone see, does anyone care?”

Life is full of bullies who try to deceive So don’t grasp the lies they want you to believe

In a world so cruel, it’s hard to stay pure But your mouth is a tool, and love is the cure

WINNING ANTI-BULLYING POEM BY ORLIN REYES

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December 2013 13 pel MHS to a league record of 5-1. Football Thanks to a shutdown defense MHS Football’s “Cinderella” sto- and a dominant offense, the Pan- ry came to an end with the loss to thers earned the Co-MMC Cham- Pleasant Grove on Nov. 15. The Pan- pionship title alongside of Downey. thers, although devestated, kept their Other than their upset loss to Grego- heads held high knowing that they ri, the Panthers succeeded in mow- made enormous strides from previ- ing down the rest of the conference, ous years. including a blowout victory against Seniors Taey “Tiki” Tonga, Na- Downey 46-19 The MHS football team walks than King, and TJ Wolfe helped pro- away from their last game. round of playoffs against Wood- Soccer creek with a 3-1 victory. The boys The MHS boys soccer team were finally defeated in the second ended the season with a 8-2-2 re- round by the Jesuits in a 4-1 loss. cord. The boys kicked off their their Senior Adrian Gonzales said “I season against Downey with a 5-1 will always remember how we came win. They stumbled a bit during the back from losing and beat Downey season but were able to carry a five with Julios three goals in the last 15 game willing streak in the second minutes of the game.” half of the season. The boys ended The boys were proud of the way Junior Artemio Contreras lines up the season with two tied games they played this year and hope to a pass to his teammate The boys got passed the first continue their success next year.

spirit. Seniors Kelsi Brink, Tryn Brown, Volleyball and Myah Flores will be leaving. MHS Girls’ Varsity Volley- Brown said, “This season was ball team ended after a final game the best last season I could ask for against Johansen on Nov. 5 leaving because our team bonded so much. this season with a 3-8 record. We were like a family, and we just Highlights this season included laughed during every practice.” the Varsity’s intense game against Coach Boore is also leaving. Gregori. The MHS football team ”I am going to miss the players cheered during the game demon- the most. The dedication was abso- Junior Cassie Sexson prepares for strating MHS’s incredible school lutely amazing!” said Boore. an overhead serve.

14 THE PANTHER PRESS won our last four games,” said senior Water Polo Parker Steward. The Boys’ and Girls’ Varsity Wa- Many memories were made along ter Polo teams ended the season with the way. a 6-6 and 10-2 record, respectively. Senior Holland Chance recalled, The boys worked hard throughout “My favorite part of the season was the season to finish strong. The boys going to Rocklin and spending the went 2-4 to start off the season but entire weekend with the team! Eat- ended with a 4-2 record. ing French-dip until two in the morn- “The season was rough in the be- ing was a team bonding experience.” ginning but we turned it around and Junior Mark Abid whips the ball around looking for an open player to – San Joaquin Area. The varsity X-Country boys’ team was able to place sixth The MHS Varsity Girls and Boys at sections. cross-country both placed second in Senior Veronica Tadeo said, MMC. The MMC was a close race “Cross country taught me that I and the MHS girls and boys varsity could push myself more than what I teams fell just short of Gregori. thought I was capable of. I’m going As the season ended for many, to miss the nerve-racking feeling be- elite runners from the girls and boys fore a race and all of the work outs”. team were able to continue their sea- Senior Matthew Ip struggles as he son to sections to compete with the nears the end of a race largest 30 schools in the Sacramen-

out to all the players. Notable, ju- Tennis nior Venice Nomof received “Most The team’s hard work paid off as Imporved” and freshman Amy Jung it ended with a record of 9-4. Senior received “Top Newcomer.” Senior Jeanah Kim and her younger sopho- Taylor Zhou received the coach’s more sister Yunah Kim advanced as award. a doubles team to the San Joaquin “I learned a lot not only from sections. Coach but from other team members Jeanah Kim placed first team all as well,” Sammy Guan said. league. Yunah Kim went second “It wasn’t easy but I don’t regret a Junior Venice Nomof prepares to team all league. Awards were given thing,” said senior Yiwen Gu. recieve a serve at practice

were still better than we have been. I Golf would say overall it was a good sea- The MHS Girls’ Golf team ended son, we mostly played to our full ex- the season with a 4-8 record. The tent and fairly, unlike other schools,” girls were happy with the way that said senior Kelsey Lewis. their season went. They made im- Although the team recognizes that provements throughout the season they didn’t finish first in league, they and have forged a stronger team are proud of their performance. through the season. Senior Samantha Chan performs a “This season was way better than solid drive off the tee last year. We improved a lot more, though we still weren’t the best; we December 2013 15 TURNING CAREER DREAMS INTO dream careers

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