![Held up by a group of cheerleaders, flyer sophomore Leyu Yonas poses as part of a stunt, also supported by flyer junior Shayne Mitchell behind her. (Left) Prior to the pink out football game on Oct. 13, the athletes practiced in the aux gym from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (Right) On Oct. 19, the cheerleaders competed in their District Championships at Woodgrove High School. “We definitely put all our effort on the mat [at Districts], and it showed,” Mitchell said. Left: Photo by Nadia Shirr. Right: Photo by Steve Prakope via Victor O’Neill Studios.](https://theblazerrhs.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/feature-image-1200x823.png)
![Sophomore Xavier Smith (6), the Phoenix quarterback, runs the ball as his teammates help hold up the defense. “My [offensive] line collapses, so I just [have to run], and its a good way to get first downs because [Tuscarora’s] defense was really good,” Smith said.](https://theblazerrhs.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/IMG_5383-1200x897.jpg)
![As the referee throws the ball up for the tip-off, freshman Simone Diby leaps towards the ball to get it in Phoenix possession. Diby is a new member of the Phoenix girls basketball team, and despite it being a change, she finds it enjoyable. “It’s definitely a different experience if you’ve never played on a team, [but] I think it’s still fun.”](https://theblazerrhs.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DSC_0057-1200x662.jpg)
Print Issues: 2023-Present
Volume 7, Issue 2 | Senior/Spring 2024
In this senior issue, you’ll read about everything ‘24, from the accomplishments and destinations of the Class of 2024 to a catered soundtrack of 24 songs that will get you in the graduation mood. Additionally, you’ll hear about seniors taking their passions to the next level, either by continuing to pursue their sports, joining the armed forces, or acting on the theatre stage. Finally, you’ll read the parting words of our senior staffers, as they close the chapter on their last year of high school.
Volume 7, Issue 1 | Fall/Winter 2023
In this issue, you’ll hear stories from the students and staff themselves. From how seniors are dealing with the removal of affirmative action in admissions considerations in the college application process, to award-winning teachers, athletes, and musicians, there is no shortage of perspectives. Read about the fashion strutting the halls, the new “Taylor’s Version” reverberating through everyone’s headphones, and our recommendations of films to watch released amidst the chaos of the SAG-AFTRA strike.