Lamar High School's Student-Run News Publication

LAMAR LIFE

Lamar High School's Student-Run News Publication

LAMAR LIFE

Lamar High School's Student-Run News Publication

LAMAR LIFE

Sports

Many players on the football team share how theyve found success with the sport.

Unbelievable and Unstoppable

Mischa Wijesekera, Editor-in-Chief Dec 15, 2023

Andrew Hodge There is no doubt that the football team has had a successful season. Individual players like senior defensive end Andrew Hodge, who ended the season with 12 quarterback hurries, played a crucial role in the success of the team.  “I feel like our team performed to the best of our...

After a successful meet with numerous victories, the cross country team smiles and celebrates their accomplishments.

Sprinting for Success

Kai Hampton, Writer Dec 10, 2023

For the past three years in a row, Lamar has been the district champions in cross country. Recently, the team won their fourth district championship in a row. “I hope our team will make it to state and that we keep defending our title and that our underclassmen runners will continue to grow in skill,”...

Senior and wide receiver Tristen Brown gets ready to take off his helmet after a game.

Football Tackles Districts

Alex Alamkan, Writer Dec 9, 2023

Football high school districts are an important part of the high school football landscape. They are organized divisions that group schools together based on factors like location, enrollment size and competitive level. Being part of a district allows teams to have a regular schedule of games and compete...

Coach Phillip Lindsey prepares the next strategy for the football team.

Football Takes on Playoffs

Brooklyn Slie, Writing Editor Dec 7, 2023

The 2023 football playoff season was an incredible success to everyone involved. Both the coaches and players did an amazing job that led us to the farthest we’ve been in years.  Although we may not have made it to the state championships, we put tremendous amounts of effort into every game and...

The tennis team celebrates their victory after numerous challenging matches.

Play Hard, Win Easy

Brooklyn Slie, Writing Editor Dec 5, 2023

The varsity tennis team has made a breakthrough. After five years, the tennis team has finally won the district championships. This year has been a rollercoaster for the tennis team with numerous accomplishments for the individual players and the team as a whole.     Head Coach Jenna Clary is...

Laura Neville competes in the tiresome Ironman World Championship in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.

Introducing the Iron Woman

Aleisha Paulick, Writer Dec 2, 2023

Head Swim Coach Laura Neville, Lamar’s newest addition, is without a doubt bringing some achievements after she competed in the Kona Ironman World Championship on Oct. 14 in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.  The competition is a 140.6 mile (226.3 km) race, which consisted of a 2.4 mile (3.9 km) ocean swim,...

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Breaking News

Aleisha Paulick, Writer Nov 30, 2023

The chant “Holy moly, that’s our goalie!” can be heard across Lamar’s natatorium, in celebration of senior and water polo player, Reide Breaker being Fox News’ Making the Grade recipient. It’s an award that honors high school seniors who receive high grades and play a sport. Breaker is overjoyed...

Junior Kayla “Gigi” Espinosa gets ready to

The Fight is Over

Brooklyn Slie, Writing Editor Nov 3, 2023

Last year, I wrote a story about the unfair practices our field hockey team has experienced. We used to be one big team playing on the front lawn of the school with patchy grass and ant piles. The 2023-2024 field hockey season is over and I’m happy to say our team has made significant changes in...

Senior Ethan “E” Davis runs for the
touchdown and avoids being tackled.

Texans Tackle

Kai Hampton, Writer Oct 29, 2023

It’s no surprise that our varsity football team is one of the best in the nation. Along with their great reputation on the field, they also have a strong bond of brother- hood off the field as well. Varsity football is having a great season so far, with an undefeated season of 9-0. Every student...

LDT Masters Moves

LDT Masters Moves

Lillian Dowe, Writer Oct 25, 2023

This year, the Lamar Dance Theatre, better known as LDT, chose the theme “Ohana means family.” From learning jazz to ballet, LDT is a passionate and versatile team that focuses on a variety of dance styles. During the recent months since school started, LDT performs newly choreographed routines...

Teacher Sally Woolweaver coaches the water polo team on possible strategies.

Aggressive Sports

Aleisha Paulick, Writer Oct 20, 2023

Slam dunk! Whether it’s swinging a tennis racket or pinning someone to the ground, each sport has its own level of intensity. Although to the eye some sports may not look as vigorous as others, it doesn’t mean they’re any less fierce. “I feel people misjudge sports because they haven’t experienced...

Senior Sienna Rossmiller celebrates the end of a volleyball game.

The Last Strike

Brooklyn Slie, Writer Oct 3, 2023

The volleyball team launched into a new year with new ambitions and a new team. The seniors have gone through three years of competitions and kneepads together and began the final stretch year. All the seniors surround themselves with high energy, love and success. Team Captain and senior Sienna Rossmiller...

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