Swimmers, divers compete at state championship meet
February 28, 2012
The varsity swimmming and diving team competed in the 5A-2 State Swimming and Diving Championships Feb. 24-25, held at the Jamail Texas Swimming Center at the University of Texas in Austin. Senior Dominic Ricotta finished seventh in one meter diving, setting a new school record in the process. Sophomore... Read more »
JV girls finish second consecutive perfect season
Elizabeth Hale, Staff Writer
February 27, 2012
The girls’ junior varsity basketball team finished undefeated this season for the second year in a row. Last season, the squad was the first JV basketball team to go undefeated, with a record of 25- 0, bringing a two year record of 50- 0. The team, which consists of 10 sophomores and one... Read more »
Fire drill forces students to take test in parking lot
Anita Farsad, Co-Editor in Chief
February 23, 2012
A fire drill during 7th period on Feb. 21 interrupted a test covering Shakespeare’s play Taming of the Shrew. AP Literature teacher Susan Shank’s class decided to continue their 70 question test and essay in the parking lot. Acording to Shank, the students did not want to leave the... Read more »
Swimming, diving wins regional championships
Madeline Brisson, staff writer
February 22, 2012
The girls’ swim team earned first place last week at regionals on Feb. 10-11 at the University of Houston, while the boys placed fifth place, making Cinco Ranch the overall team champions. Senior diver Dominic Ricotta received first place in 1M diving and will be moving on to state in Austin. Sophomore... Read more »
Girls’ basketball advances to second round of playoffs
Elizabeth Hale, staff writer
February 15, 2012
Girls’ varsity basketball began their playoff run on Monday, Feb. 13, defeating Lamar 52-30 in their bi-district playoff game at Stratford. The team, fighting to be state champions, is confident, yet cautious of the road ahead. “The thing we need to work on the most right now is improving our transition... Read more »
Got stress? : Four surprisingly effective ways to relieve stress
Ana Gutierrez, Staff Writer
February 9, 2012
According to Body and Soul, a website on health and happiness, blowing up a balloon requires full use of the diaphragm through deep and slow breathing, which then reduces the heart rate and relaxes the muscles in the body. “As I blew into the balloon I got all pudgy,” senior Brian Johnson said. “After... Read more »
Playing in memory of Christopher Rey Saiz
Shaun Lal, Sports Editor
February 9, 2012
As his parents unleashed three white doves, and his friends freed personal messages expressed on balloons, the memory of Chris Saiz radiated through the gathering at his funeral. And as the balloons soared, Saiz’s soul ascended to meet what those three doves represent: the Father, the Son, and the... Read more »
“Hats Off” to Chevelle
Sebastian De Castro, Staff Writer
February 9, 2012
The trio Chevelle proved themselves as true rock stars with their sixth album, “Hats Off to the Bull.” After a slight decline in their popularity since 2002’s “Wonder What’s Next”, Chevelle returns with heavier guitar riffs, deep and melodic lyrics, steady drum beats and a killer bass. It’s... Read more »
Veeder: From JV to varsity
Camryn Fuller, staff writer
February 9, 2012
For a game that is nearly 75 percent failure, baseball tryouts can be stressful and nerve racking. Just a few missed swings or wild throws can be the difference between JV and varsity. Sophomore Shane Veeder is a perfect example of overcoming the stress of tryouts. Topping it off at around six feet... Read more »
Letting the good times roll
Ebone' McCall, Entertainment Editor
February 9, 2012
Mardi Gras, also referred to as Fat Tuesday and Shrove Tuesday, is a celebration that occurs worldwide with people who want to indulge in all things they would give up for Lent—throwing festive parties and cooking celebratory food—between the Christian Epiphany and Fat Tuesday. Fat Tuesday is to... Read more »
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