Foxy Shazam pays homage to classic rock
By: Lauren Price, Staff Writer
February 21, 2012
In the mood for some rock ‘n’ roll that strays from the normal? Look no further, for the Queenophiliacs of Foxy Shazam just released their third studio album, The Church of Rock and Roll. Judging by the title, this album is built at least a little bit to pay homage to what was once considered classic... Read more »
Cameras on Gainsborough catch unsuspecting speeders
By Allison Srour, Features Editor
February 21, 2012
New speed cameras have been set up along Gainsborough Road as of Jan. 28, near Regency Estates Swim Club, right before the power lines where the student parking line ends. The temporary speed cameras, replacing the SafeSpeed van that sits in the neighborhood on a regular basis, are small white boxes... Read more »
The Weeknd’s third mixtape proves his talent
By: Josh Samson, Arts Editor
February 21, 2012
It’s unnatural in this age’s music industry to find a young, talented artist who is able to independently create a masterpiece that changes the face of popular music and seems to head towards getting a “classic” title in the future. It’s even harder to find an artist who can do it three times. With... Read more »
Hockey advances to regional final, remains undefeated
By Matt Raab, Opinions Production Editor
February 21, 2012
After securing a perfect regular season and the divisional title with a 5-4 victory over Whitman Feb. 10, the ice hockey team extended its win streak into the playoffs with a 6-1 defeat of Bethesda-Chevy Chase Feb. 13, bringing the team’s record to 10-0. The 6-1 victory over B-CC played... Read more »
Tennessee law may protect anti-gay bullying
By Charlotte Scarborough, Staff Writer
February 21, 2012
American society has taken great strides toward achieving equality for its citizens in the past few decades. Unfortunately, it seems like basic human rights are now under assault in the state of Tennessee. The Family Action Council of Tennessee (FACT), a conservative organization that believes in protecting... Read more »
Wrestling misses qualifying for team tournament
By Danny Gordon, Staff Writer
February 21, 2012
After starting strong with a 7-1 record, the wrestling team fell short of the postseason after losing to Springbrook, Walter Johnson and Wootton. Expectations were very high for the team, which has talented wrestlers including 11 seniors. The team looked to seasoned wrestlers... Read more »
Athlete of the Month
By Maddy Flax, Sports Editor
February 21, 2012
When senior Sarafina Arthur-Williams started playing basketball in the seventh grade, she would often cry or pretend to be injured just so her mom would let her skip practice. It is almost impossible to think that five years later, that same girl who once dreaded practice is one of the commanding... Read more »
Basketball rolls to second straight division title
By Joel Denicoff, Sports Editor
February 21, 2012
The boys basketball team defeated Quince Orchard 49-46 Feb. 7, bouncing back from a two-point loss to Clarksburg. The win improved the Bulldogs to 15-4 on the season as the team only has three regular season games left until playoffs. In the game, the Bulldogs almost blew a double-digit... Read more »
Swim and dive girls have strong showing at Metros
By Zoe Forster, Business Manager
February 21, 2012
The girls swim and dive team won the Washington Metropolitan Interscholastic Swimming and Diving Championship at the Germantown Indoor Swim Center Feb.11. The Bulldogs finished with a 382-380 advantage over two-time defending champion Walt Whitman. Freshman Kali Becker was key to the Bulldog’s... Read more »
Young girls basketball coasts into playoffs
By Maddy Flax, Sports Editor
February 21, 2012
The girls basketball team got back on the winning track Feb. 3 when it defeated Clarksburg 52-30 followed by a Feb. 7 58-43 win over Quince Orchard. The wins followed a Feb. 1 48-41 loss to Walter Johnson. Against Quince Orchard, junior forward Erica Lindsay burst on to the scene with a game-high... Read more »
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