Promoting safety Criminal Justice group has fair
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Football
Barack Obama vs John McCain
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Volume 41, Issue #2
October 2008
Group drives to Galveston
Ball High School accepts donation BY MAYRA GUERRA CAMPUS NEWS
Moody students receive a thank you cake from the Galveston Ball High School Student Council.
Boats and debris still clutter the roads one month after Hurricane Ike devastated the Galveston coast. Student Council and Senior Council officers and Civic Minded representatives departed Monday, Oct. 13, to Galveston and saw it firsthand as they made their way to Ball High School to help the students with hurricane relief. Upon their arrival they were immediately shocked and silenced after seeing all the damage the city had gone through. “The city was cluttered with debris everywhere. There were boats on highways and old homes completely destroyed,” senior Raven Gipson said. The students, traveling with Senior Council sponsor Mario Bayarena and Student Council sponsor, Marty
Garza, described how much damage the school sustained after seeing the schoolʼs auditorium with broken windows, and many damaged classrooms. “I usually stay for hurricanes, but I will never stay for another hurricane after seeing the horrific damage done to Galveston,” Eric Pinon, Student Council vice president said. The entire school raised a total of $3,000 and over 30 cases of water. Members of the school also donated books, food, and other essentials for Special Ed, including diapers, and other gifts. Raising the most money was Sonia Noyolaʼs fourth period class with a total of $700.15. The Moody students delivered the donations to the Ball High School Student Council. Moody was welcomed by a small parade consisting of the Tornado cheerleaders and dancers, and filled with
colorful posters made by the Ball High School students. According to the Student Council members, Ball High School was extremely grateful to Moody in their efforts to support them. Many of the students there have been separated from their families and have lost all of their possessions. With the donated money, they were planning to buy shirts for their school, since at the moment there is no dress code policy. There have been about 1,700 students who have returned to school. MHS was the first school to make a donation to Galveston Ball. “Thank you Moody Trojans for demonstrating ʻThe Moody Wayʼ for our new friends at Ball High School,” Student Council sponsor Marty Garza said.
Pep rally competition gets out of control
BY EVELYN GARCIA OPINIONS EDITOR
Good clean class rivalry or a situation blown way out of proportion? That question has been lingering in the minds of students since the schoolʼs last pep rally held October 10th, For decades class
rivalries have always been a competitive way to show school spirit. A way for a graduating class to prove their pride in their school and athletes. Some feel that pride was taken to the ultimate limit when the senior class tore down an offensive sign the sophomore class displayed.
Cheerleading coach, Ricky Contreras immediately took action in disciplining the Class of 2009, requesting them to take down their signs and spend the remainder of the rally without them. The senior class then quickly organized a protest bysitting throughout the whole
pep rally. Then, during the battle cry, they left their seats and walked out. This was a course of action that immediately surprised the staff and students present at the pep rally. In the midst of it all, the senior class was still showing class spirit yelling “Class
Of Krunk” and “09, 09, 09,” holding their heads high as the administrators shook their heads with disappointment. Senior students have many different opinions about the actions that were taken on that day. Story continued on page 3.
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A Haunted Homecoming
October 2008
Homecoming nominees
The Homecoming Dance will be held at the Science and Thirty one organizations, History Museum, near the Water are participating in this yearʼs Gardens, starting at 8 p.m. and Homecoming, which means ending at midnight. twice that many nominees. Although costumes are From Student Council, optional, students plan to dress to Electrical Trades, at least 50 for the occasion. plus people will be introduced as Magenta Jackson says nominees on the football field “Im going as a gangster, and try on Oct. 24 at Buc Stadium. not to get shot up on the block.”
Senior Council: Krystal Ramirez, Chris Garza; Student Council: Tina Pena, Eric Pinion; Junior Council: Monica Ramon, Devin DeLoa; Sophomore Council: Lea Del Bosque Nathaniel Rodriguez; NHS: Kayla Ramirez, Jesse Del Angel; Band: Raven Gibson, Michael Tamez; Orchestra: Ana Navarro, Jason Elizalde; Cheerleading: Devany Ybarbo, John Caballero; HOSA: Amethyst Guerrero, Sean Mapa; CIS: Lori Esparza, Leroy Riojas; NAHS: Alexis Sanchez, Nick Torres; Moody Crime Stoppers: Brittany Barrera, Andrew Gonzalez; Moody Criminal Justice: Gabi Montemayor, Ralph Baez; Golden Shield: Kaylee Villanueva, Orlando Lopez; Trojan Runner: Valerie Gonzalez, Noah Perez; Baseball: Tracy Rojas, Christian Gallegos; Tennis: Marissa Morales, Sergio Ramirez; Skills USA 937: Shea Miller, Josh Saenz; Boys & Girls Cross Country: Jessica Galvan, Lupe Ramos; NTHS: Jessica Gomez, Esteban Montez; TX Association of Future Educators: Candace Flores, Adrian Mondragon; Skills USA Welding: Erika Gonzales, Julian Oropez; Soccer: Juanita Carrillo, Erwin Alvarez; Softball: Samantha Jeter, Justin Meza; SHS: Mayra Guerra, Simon Del Alto; Pan American Student Form: Beatriz Bustos, David Longoria; Golf Club: Ariel Morado, Robert Silvas; Key Club: Jessica Figueroa, Alex Perez; NJROTC: Samantha Gonzalez, Ben Flores; Swim Team: Jenny Ramirez, Aaron Valdez; Electrical Trades: Melody Martinez, Josh Torres; Volleyball: Natalie Montano, Alex Diaz; TJ Strutters: Jessica Alejos, Jacob Flores; Science Club: Victoria Terrell, Milan Patel; Moody Civic Science Minded: Brittany Platz, Austin Del Castillo; Choir: Nia Pena, Nick Lopez; YMCA Youth & Government: Joanna Pitman, Desmond Rives; Laguna Outreach Program: Rita Silvas, Cody Lopez; National Ocean Science Bowl: Alexandria Campos, Samuel Gomez; Future Business Leaders of America: Kyja Rice, Henry Galicia: Girls Basketball: Yessenia Garcia, Bryan Shelton.
Jonathan Vasquez tries on a pair of goggles that lets you experience what a drunk personʼs vison would look like.
Demonstrator shows students what a car accident would look like if impacted.
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Texting while driving is now the number one casue of death, even higher than driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs according to information provided by the Driving Safety Fair sponsored by members of the Moody Criminal Justice and State Farm Insurance. The fair was
designed to inform students of the importance of driving safely. Law enforcement students organized booths for guests like TX DOT, Crime Stoppers, the Fire Station, Sheriff department, Corpus Christi Police, Del Mar College, TAMUCC, D.E.A.D. Shattered Dreams, and Driscoll Childrenʼs Hospital. These organizations participated at the fair by distributing information and giving away free items to the students in attendance.
A car demonstration was being held outside the school as well, showing students how not wearing a seatbelt could affect a driver. A large machine simulated a spinning car with dummies inside showing how they flew out for not wearing their seatbelt. “The demonstration showed me how important it is to wear seatbelts and how severly injured one can get for not wearing it,” senior Brittany Barrera said. A door decorating con-
test was held during the week to encourage students to promote good driving habits. Eight teachers particiapted in the contest which was judged by State Farm Insurance representatives. They selected Ms. Armstrongʼs door as the first place winner and Ms. Vega-Lugoʼs as the second place winner. Lisa Jasek is the Criminial Justice teacher, who along with her students organized the event.
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School says pep rally competition goes too far continued from page 1
“I donʼt think they shouldʼve left. They shouldʼve just stayed quiet. It was disrespectful because it was during the alma mater, the underclassmen should not have disrespected our class also,” TJ Strutter Captain Britney Mora said.
According to Principal Conrado Garcia, he doesnʼt see anything wrong with class rivalry. “I donʼt disagree with friendly rivalry and at the end of the day we are still a school of one,” he said. “But you donʼt have the right to take school policy into your own hands.”
As the students walked out of the gym they were well prepared for the consequences to come. As of right now, the principal has not imposed any disciplinary action pending the outcome of the Senior and Sophomore Council meetings.
Seniors decide to sit during the Oct. 10 pep rally after a disagreement with the Sophomore Class.
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Students get to tour boat during their trip to the Coast Guard.
NJROTC cadets line up ready for their visit to Port Aransas.
Around 80 MHS NJROTC cadets lined up in three squads in the schoolʼs compound awaiting their dismissal from Company Commander, Samantha Gonzalez, to board the buses for their field trip to the U.S. Coast Guard Station in Port Aransas. Upon their arrival, at the U.S. Coast Guard, they were split into two groups and assigned a crewman. The students were able to listen to the crewman talk about the different boats in their area while onboard the 41UTB, which is a boat used for utility purposes. Students were also given the opportu-
nity to climb on board the 25 foot RBS, which is a special small orange boat, designed to carry up to ten people, and is used for emergencies out at sea. “It was a great opportunity to observe an actual rescue boat used to save people,” Valerie Duenes said. “It gave us an idea of what crewmen travel on when they take the call of emergency.” The cadets also had an opportunity to see how the alarms and sirens operate from their watch room. They also had a chance to visit the galley to eat and relax. “It was fun and I hope all the cadets learned as much as I did,” commander Samantha Gonzalez said.
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October 2008
Staff editorial
Teen voters can make a difference Teens: your vote does count! The 2008 election is history in the making and with the two parties neck to neck in the polls, your ballot is key to help decide who wins the presidential campaign. Political campaigners think they have no reason to target the youth. Well, thatʼs about to change, thanks to organizations like “Vote or Die” and “Declare Yourself,” campaigns that encourage young voters everywhere to take action in the 2008 election. Statistics say that only 36 percent of youth voted in the year 2000, hip hop mogul “Diddy” helped organize the “Vote or Die” movement and took part in raising the youth vote 11 points in the 2004 presidential election. Other organizations such as “Declare Yourself” have massive numbers of celebrities helping the cause. A-list celebrities including Jessica Alba, Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey McGuire, Halle Berry, and Ashton Kutcher have all given public service announcements encouraging young teens to vote. This election is important in many ways; we are in one of the biggest financial disasters in American history. The vote of young adults in this country counts now more than ever. Vote for your future: itʼs your decision.
Vote November 4.
Precincts open 7 a.m. and close 7 p.m.
5IF 5SPKBO 3VOOFS /FXTQBQFS 4UBGG Foy H. Moody High School Science & Health Center 1818 Trojan Dr. Corpus Christi, TX 78416 Adviser: Gloria P. Mondragon Principal: Conrado Garcia Superintendent: Scott Elliff
Editor James Rodriguez
Opinions Editor Evelyn Garcia
News Editor Mayra Guerra
Design Editor Paul Zamora
The Trojan Runner is a student publication produced by journalism students. The purpose of the newspaper is to provide the student body and community with information about Moody High School. Students may submit articles for Letters to the Editor. Letters should be no more than 100 words; typed and signed. Submit to Room 216. All letters are subject to be edited. The staff will decide which letters to publish.
Features Editor Olivia Mendez
Entertainment Editor Valerie Gonzalez
Boys Sports Editor Audrey Gonzalez
Girls Sports Editor Noah Perez
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Just my voice BY JAMES RODRIGUEZ EDITOR
Mallʼs new policy to keep teens from loitering Starting on Nov. 1, the La Palmera Mall will be enforcing a new policy in which anyone under the age of 17 cannot be in the mall past 7:00 p.m. if unsupervised. However, if they are shopping in a store or eating in the food court they will not be asked to leave. What they do not want is for teens to be loitering. Now this probably does not concern any of the seniors, but I suspect that a majority of juniors and all of the sophomores and freshman will be affected by the new policy. Personally, I do not see any way that this can be enforced consistently because it will be left up to the discretion of the mall employees. Of course, there will be those that strictly enforce the rule. But then there will also be those who could really care less, especially teens who work at the mall. So there will be lots of teens who are still able to just walk around the mall, unless they employ workers who will be in the walkways for this reason. But this is where my question comes in. How do you get across the mall if you are shopping in a store but you want to go to a store on the other side of the mall? If you are stopped and not able to convince the person that you are shopping, do you get escorted to the store just so they can be sure? I mean, I have no idea how this is going to work or how it has worked in other shopping centers with this policy. But one thing I know is that if you are at the mall past 7 p.m. and you do get stopped, donʼt escalate the situation, it wonʼt help you at all. And remember, even if you are over 17 you have to be able to show proper ID as proof.
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Opposing Sides Should high schools provide contraceptives for their students? YES. High schools should give students condoms but only if they are distributed through the nurseʼs office. Sometimes, teens are not smart enough to say no to sex. They are either peer pressured too much or are just wanting to do it because “everyone else is doing it.” Being safe is what is necessary at the age of a high school student. Statistics show that 53% of students from the ninth grade to the 12th grade had engaged in sexual intercourse. According to Livestrong.com, “the United States has the highest teen pregnancy rate in the industrialized world.” The Center for Disease Con- Noah Perez trol says that “one-third of girls get pregnant before the age of 20.” Teenpregnancy.org, a site managed by the National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy, states that there are 750,000 teen pregnancies annually. Eight in ten of these pregnancies are unintended and 81 percent are to unmarried teens. Seeing that teens in the U.S. donʼt seem to get the idea of how serious this matter is, high schools then need to take these issues in their own hands and try to help their students by giving them condoms. It is safe and the best way for high schools to protect their students.
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No, one word: Chaos!! Dontʼt get me wrong, condoms are a great way to protect yourself from HIV and pregnancies, but it ʻs your personal business. If the school system gives out condoms on campus it seems like theyʼre putting a bandage on an epidemic in this country. Three thousand teenage girls become pregnant everyday. By just passing them out to everyone you are establishing sex as a norm in public schools. Some teens are not mature enough to handle the message that the school would try to Eveyln Garcia instill. Even though the intentions are good, itʼs not just a problem with students but with parents as well. The values and religion that some parents teach their kids could be compromised. For example, the Catholic religion does not believe in contraceptive use, but natural birth control. Passing out condoms to students in a publicly funded environment can be offensive to some religions and parents. Taxpayers should not have to support progams that they find morally wrong. Distribution of condoms should be the responsibility of the students and/or parents, and not the school system.
Quick Opinions on contraceptives...
Senior, Karli Soto “Yes, I think condoms should be used to lower birth rates and stop the spread of STDs.”
Senior, Monica Sanchez “No, because it signals kids to think about having sex.”
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Soph, Fabian Longoria
Senior, Alexis Sanchez
“Yes, to help lower the pregnancy rate,”
“No, itʼs just a reason for students to have more sex.”
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Who is the best candidate?
Barack Obama
•Obama believes this country needs change. •Obama believes that he has solutions to bring America back to her former glory. •Promises to bring home the troops quickly and safely. •Proposes health insurance cost will decrease by $3,000 making it affordable. •Plans to prevent health insurances from abusing their monopolies through their price increases. •Proposes to secure Americaʼs financial well being. •Proposes to educate Americans on the risk of credit card abuse.
Democratic Party Profile D.O.B.: August 4th, 1961 Hometown: Chicago, Illinois Children: 2 Spouse: Michelle Obama Faith: United Church of Christ Running mate: Joe Biden For more information visit: http://www.barackobama.com Sources: Obama website.
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History in the making Who is ready to solve Americaʼs problems? •McCain has more experience than his counterpart.
John McCain
•Proposes to keep troops in Iraq as necessary. •Proposes that Americans choose their insurance provider that suits them best.
Republican Party Profile
•Proposes to make prescription drugs affordable to families in need. •Proposes to make energy more efficient to enhance the economy. •Plans to expand domestic oil and natural gas exploration. •Wants to lessen foreign oil dependency. •Plans to make economy stronger.
D.O.B.: August 29th, 1936 Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona Children: 7 and 4 grandchildren Spouse: Cindy McCain Faith: Episcopalian Running mate: Sarah Palin For more information visit: http://www.johnmccain.com Sources: McCain website.
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Wacky Weekends: What do you do? By Olivia Mendez Features Editor
Test, quizzes, and homework the hassle of keeping up with it all gets overwhelming, but it is a major part of high school. Another other part of high school is hanging out with friends and making those life time memories. Many students here at Moody do some pretty interesting stuff with their spare time on the weekends. From throwing parties or going to them, to hanging out with their significant other and catching a movie or showing their school spirit by going to a football game or any other school related event. These are among the many things that our fellow Trojans do. Whatever it may be high school should be a fun time to make those moments that youʼll never forget.
At a party I got my hat stolen by a scary gangster, who had a gat! -Senior Fermin Garcia
This one weekend I went camping with Devany and John. We dressed up as armadillos and went running around the camp, and got kicked out. -Sophomore Andrea Mata
Get to know a fellow Trojan!
Senior: Araceli Arriola (Celi) Favorite food: Chinese Hobbies: Softball, text (lol) Favorite color: Orange Favorite candy: Big Hunk Hero: Mom Favorite song: “ Whatever you like.” T.I
Senior: Jimmy Martinez (Yimmy) Favorite food: Whatever Hobbies: Walking around Walmart, being with friends. Favorite color: Green Favorite candy: Reeses Hero: Myself Favorite song: “ Get Jiggy Wit It.” Will Smith
My birthday night my friends kidnapped me rolled my entire house, covered me with shaving cream, and painted and threw me in a pool with mud all while I was blind folded. -Junior Carissa Figueroa
I got hit by a car. -Freshman Brian Cavazos
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Junior: Chloe ( Koolie) Favorite food: Chicken Hobbies: Dancing Favorite color: Lime green, orange Favorite candy: Skittles Hero: Mom Favorite song: “Nobody.” Keith Sweat
Sophomore: Justin Perales (Pearls) Favorite food: Mexican Hobbies: Baseball, hanging with the boys. Favorite color: Blue Favorite candy: Sour Skittles Hero: My brothers Favorite song: “My life.” Lil Wayne
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What are you going to be for Halloween? “Me and my boyfriend are going to be Mr. and Mrs. Smith.” -Debra Aleman (Junior)
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Mudvayne:
“Iʼm going to be the sexiest cowboy in the county.”
Date: October 23rd Location: Concrete Street Amphitheater Tickets are on sale now
-John Caballero (Soph.)
“Iʼm going to be
the sexiest officer on the force, Mrs. Officer.” “Iʼm planning to be Batman, and pull a lot of girls.” -Porsche Hargrove (Sr.) -Stephen Gonzalez (Fresh.)
Blast from the Past!
You know that old saying “Big on top, Small on bottom?” Well, it is back again. The 80ʼs are here. From smoky eyeliner to pegged Senior Jacob Flores skinnys, to ripped jeans, the style is all around. The 80ʼs was a time of dancing and clubbing. Fluorescent colors were a favorite back then, and still are now. Leggings have made a come back, and left again, black is back, after a crush on brown and off the shoulder tops are seen almost everywhere. The only thing that has not made a come back is big hair, and hopefully it stays that way. Fashion vest, scarves, and big glasses are here to stay. So if you want the old 80ʼs try your any up to date fashion store or your parents old threads. There is no denying it, the 80ʼs are back.
ROCK OUT WITH....
Saliva & Drowning Pool: Date: November 9th Location: Concrete Street Amphitheater Tickets are on sale now
Dropkick Murphys: Date: November 14th Location: Concrete Street Amphitheater Tickets are on sale now
-Movie Theatre Popcorn! -In Theatres NowQuarantine (R) The Secret Life of Bees (PG-13) The Express (PG-13) Body of Lies (R) Breakfast With Scot (PG-13)
Pop Culture Trivia Question of the Month:
What is Jamie Lynn Spears new born daughterʼs name?
-Coming SoonSaw V Is Jigsaw actually dead? Does he have a legacy continuing his dirty work? Find out in yet another saw movie, coming out, October 24th. Rated R
A)Briana B) Lauren
C)Maddie D)Casey
C) Maddie
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Lady Trojans looking forward to playoffs BY NOAH PEREZ GIRLS SPORTS EDITOR
For the first time in the 12 year program, the Lady Trojans are going to compete in this yearʼs playoffs. The past teams have come up short many times before, but this yearʼs group seem very confident in entering the playoff tournament. “Since our school hasnʼt made playoffs, we are excited and feel really good about the way we are playing. Our practices are getting tougher because we are really determined into making history Going up for the play are Alyssa Hernandez Looking for the right spot is Ally Johnson at our school,” senior and Alysha Arredondo during a home game. who prepares to serve the ball. Alyssa Hernandez said.
Girls Cross Country ranked #2
Lady swimmers prepare for district
As the Lady Trojan Cross Country runners are ranked 3rd in district, they are still wanting to achieve more as the season goes on. The team works hard every morning at 6 a.m. Monday through Thursday running on the track and throughout the neighborhoods surrounding Moody as they are determined to receive that 1st place trophy. “We have been practicing harder and much more, so that we will be ready for the district meet,” Freshman runner Hannah Greses said. Preparing the girls both physically and mentally is Coach Robert Castorena, whose goal is to make sure that the girls succeed not only in high school, but in college as well. “We are motivated by our coach everyday as he talks to us about life and the ability to receive a scholarship for college,” Greses said. This Saturday in Beeville, the girls will be put to the test as they compete with some of the best runners in the district.
Excellence, commitment, and pride; those are just a few characteristics that will take the varsity swim girls far in district. With the motivation from Coach Leo Gonzalez, being district champions just seems that much closer for them. “I know that once we get that gold in our hands, waking up Monday through Friday at 5:30 a.m. will be worth it,” said junior Jenny Ramirez. Coach Gonzalez has all the confidence in his swim team. “If you think you can, you can; if you think you canʼt, you canʼt. We can and we will. The Moody Way,” says Coach Gonzalez to pump up his players as they seem toward a district championship. Swimmer Jenny Ramirez
Based on previous records, this yearʼs team seems to be one of the best to come out of Moody. “We worked together on and off the court the whole season and we kept fighting until each game was over,” senior Natalie Montano said. Having only one district loss to the Ray Texans, the Lady Trojans are looking toward the rematch on October 25. “We just need to stay confident but not get cocky. We learned from the last time we played the Texans was to never underestimate them but still know that we are the team to beat. We just have to play with
all heart and hustle,” junior Kara Casarez said. The game will be held at Moody where the Lady Trojans seem to play at their best, having an undefeated record here on their home court. “We always get a lot of support from our home crowd and they always have high expectations in us to come out with a win and maybe more as we proceed on into the playoffs,” said junior Alysha Arredondo.
The Lady Trojansʼ regular season is coming to an end but the team is looking for more than just a district title, as they enter the playoffs in November.
Player Profile Name: Alysha Arredondo Nickname: Lysh
Sports/Position: Volleyball/ OH, MB
What college do you plan on attending? I plan on attending UTSA. Favorite Sports Quote/Saying: Success is never final, failure is never fatal. Itʼs courage that counts.- John Wooden Most memorable moment: When we came back to beat Rockport Fulton after being down 2 games to none. Role model: Kerri Walsh and Misty May
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Although these players are standing on the sidelines, their team spirit shines through to carry the others on. “Standing on the sidelines isnʼt easy but knowing that those are my teammates out there and my love for the game is what motivates me to cheer them on,” said senior Ryan Barnes. These players have a lot of heart and dedication to their teammates for not giving up on them. “Itʼs not right for an injured player to quit because we need all the motivation we can get,” said sophomore Dave Mesa. Words of encouragement are their main contributions to the team right now. Knowing this, advice is what they give. “I tell the guys to stick together and to trust in each other through out the whole game,” senior J.R. Barrientos said. Though these players are injured,
they still try and help in any way possible. “I try and explain things to the younger guys when they really donʼt understand the play that was given,” added Barnes. Hurt or not these guys still play key roles in this teams efforts to make Getting wheeled into the old gym, sophomore the 2008 playoffs. Brandon Meza was injured early in the season.
Homecoming game on the line Going into the homecoming game these players all have the same goal and that is to come out with the win. With a district record of (12); overall (1-5), the Trojans are determined to come out with a victory. Having had a bi last Friday these guys have had quite a while to prepare for what is about to come before them. Senior Alex Diaz said, “We are mentally and physically prepared to take on Ray.” Having the Texans drop down into the class 304A district now,
has really sparked a new rivalry. “This is a team we really want to beat,” said senior Chris Garza. These guys are extremely pumped for this game and canʼt wait to play. Although beating Ray isnʼt what these guys are settling for. “Our only goal isnʼt to get past Ray, it is to make it to the playoff for the first time in a couple of years,” said senior Joey Riojas. With seven teams in their district the guys will have to come through with at least three wins to grab hold
Player Profile Name: Orlando Perales
Nickname: Big “O” Sports/Position: Footballdefensive end, Baseballfirstbase, and Golf. What college do you plan on attending? Corpus Christi A&M Favorite Sports Quote/Saying: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Phillipians 3:14 Most memorable moment: Winning state in Baseball. Role model: My father. What pumps you up before a game? Listening to Lilʼ Wayne- “S On My Chest.”
of a playoff spot. Taking only four teams into this 2008 playoff season; a victory is what these guys really need. “We need to play together as a team. We also need to hustle and execute every play given to us. I think that if we do this we can pull through,” said Garza. A playoff spot is what these guys are aiming for and they are determined to do so. The Trojans will now be taking on the Ray Texans October 24 at 7:30 p.m. at Buc Stadium. Taking a much needed rest, Jimmy Martinez and Josh Mungia think about their teamʼs next move.
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