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By Lily Bourne As the fall season begins, Westmont’s field hockey players head to the field to prepare for another amazing season. Led by new head coach Marilyn Wolbert, the girls hope to qualify for CCS this year! The team consists of six returning varsity players and nine newcomers, shaping up to be a strongContinue reading “Chicks with Sticks”

By Nadia Rivas  Westmont’s very own Molly Jarret is a rock star on and off the playing field. At Westmont, Molly is on varsity for field hockey, soccer, and badminton. Since the age of 11, Molly has been an athletic person playing field hockey for six years, as well as soccer for four years, andContinue reading “AOTI: Jolly Molly”

Subject: College and Career Center (but it used to be ESL for many years) College: Interamerican University of Puerto Rico – Metro Campus High School: I went to a few, but spent the most time at Roosevelt Roads High School in Ceiba, PR Place of Birth: Fajardo, PR Years in Education: 10 Pet Peeve(s): WhenContinue reading “New Staff: Kristina Canales”

By Hailey Kearns  Harry Styles, a pop music icon esteemed for his impeccable musical talents which continue to break down gender norms regarding the world of celebrity fashion. Styles is not only a music star but also a fashion role model for the upcoming generations. His style is known in today’s pop culture as elegantContinue reading “He Never Goes Out of Style”

By Sinchana Holla The Barbie movie, known for its colorful worlds and empowering messages, has caused a giant wave of excitement and disruption throughout the world. The movie is a whirlpool of glitz, glamor, “and pink!” In its goal of instilling positive ideals, the movie has perpetuated stereotypes that contribute to the reinforcement of toxicContinue reading “Ken You Man Up?”

By Madeline Crowley Having played sports all of my life, I have experienced it all. From swim teams, to soccer, to softball, and more, For each sport, each coaching experience differs greatly. Looking back on the variety of teams I have been a part of, the thing that most prominently sticks out to me aboutContinue reading “Male Coaches in Female Sports”

By Owen Andersen “Masculine life is war. If you’re a man who doesn’t live life as war, you’re going to lose.” Gaining traction online, Andrew Tate fostered a media empire preying on the base impulses and insecurities of adolescent boys. By the end of 2022, the former kickboxer and Big Brother contestant became the 8thContinue reading “Tate’s Toxic Ponzi Scheme”

By Diego Mantelli Real men don’t cry. The mantra almost every young man growing up has heard whenever something painful happens. You tripped on a stone and skinned your knee. Real men don’t cry. Your favorite dog, one that had been your best friend, passes away. Real men don’t cry. Put your shoes on, GrandmaContinue reading “Real Men Don’t Cry”

By Rina Weaver “When life seems hopeless, rearrange things for a dose of dopeness,” states music icon, Kid Cudi. With his unique blend of introspective lyrics and innovative sounds, Kid Cudi has taken on the role of a cultural disruptor, challenging conventional notions of masculinity and reshaping the narrative around gender norms.  Cudi’s music delvesContinue reading “Reimagining Masculinity: Kid Cudi’s Prescription for a Dose of Dopeness”

By Keira De Vita After two years of minimal stardom activity after releasing her debut album, SOUR, Olivia Rodrigo released her second album, GUTS on September 8. Holding true to her first album, Rodrigo surprised no one when she released the lead singles “bad idea, right?” and “vampire” adhering with her previous pop rock sound.Continue reading “Spilling Her GUTS”