VICTORY AT THE BATTLE OF THE BAY 2024
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COACH‘S MESSAGE
Dear Newport Harbor Families and Friends,
We are officially two games into the season, and I could not be more proud of the way our Sailors have competed so far. We currently stand at 1-1, with both games showing the grit, preparation, and heart that this program is built on.
Our season opener against Murrieta Mesa was a gut-wrenching loss, 33–27, decided in the final 30 seconds. While it was a tough way to start, our players showed tremendous resilience and fight to the very end. The following week, we bounced back in a big way during our home opener, earning a commanding 42–25 victory over an athletic Lancaster team. The hard work put in during the off-season is showing on the field, and our team is learning the importance of taking things one game at a time.
Compared to last season, this group has shown clear growth in discipline, execution, and confidence. The strides we’ve made in just one year are a credit to the dedication of our players, coaches, and the unwavering support of our families.
Next up, we travel to face a tough El Modena team, followed by a return to Davidson Field to avenge last year’s controversial loss to Cajon. If
we can stay healthy and continue to grow week by week, this group has a great chance to make a strong playoff run.
The support from our community has been nothing short of incredible. Our home opener was electric—the stands were packed with our hometown crowd, the Pop Warner youth players brought energy and excitement, and our students filled the Tarpit in true Newport fashion. That kind of atmosphere fuels our athletes and reminds us all what makes this program so special.
Thank you for standing behind Newport Harbor Football. With your continued support, we look forward to making this a season to remember.
Mean, Tough, Pride, Poise! TARBALL
Matthew Burns Head Coach, Newport Harbor Football
BOOSTER‘S MESSAGE
Dear Fans, Families, and Community,
Our Football team is coming off an impressive win at home against Lancaster High School and the stands were packed full of proud Sailor Nation! If you weren’t able to attend the game then you were probably watching the live streaming on Tar TV. If you have friends and family out of state they can still watch the game live and listen to our talented broadcasters.
SENIOR WEEK!
This week we want to celebrate our 18 senior Sailors. The football season goes by so fast and these seniors are out to make the most of their final season as Newport Harbor Sailors. High School is an amazing journey and athletics brings out the best in our school pride. Congratulations to our seniors, and lets give them our best tonight!
Watching all these neighborhood kids (Varsity/ JV and Freshman) play football for Newport Harbor would not be possible without the generosity of the Newport Harbor Community. I encourage you to be involved and stay involved. Here’ show you can help.
Buy a “Support Newport Harbor Football” lawn sign for a $50 donation. Our goal is 250 signs throughout the neighborhood. Just go to TarFootball.com and click “shop” to easily purchase it. A hardworking Sailor will deliver the signs to your front lawn.
Buy a Christmas Tree from the football program this year. Our goal is to sell (we can deliver)
500 trees. Be on the lookout in late October for the website link- and make sure you select the option to have a hard-working-sailor deliver the tree to your home (usually the first week of December). We split the money with the cheer program because they are awesome and we support each other.
If you own a business, consider being a sponsor of the team. We have sponsorships that range from $90.00 to $9,000.00 – there is a sponsorship opportunity for everyone/anyone. Just email sstremick@tarfootball. com or mhatfield@tarfootball.com and we’ll send you the information.
The Newport Harbor Football Boosters is a 501(c) (3) non-profit (Federal Tax ID #33-0010005) and your donation is tax-deductible, or we can give you a marketing invoice.
Our mission as a booster club, is to provide resources to Coach Burns ad his staff to keep building Newport High School Football into one of the most respected public school football programs in the country for our student-athletes. All parents of the NHHS Football program are members of the booster club and we encourage you to get involved and stay involved.
THANKS SO MUCH AND Go TARS!!
Sam Stremick, Booster Club President 2025 sstremick@tarfootball.com
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PRINCIPAL‘S MESSAGE
DEAR SAILOR NATION,
It’s a great night to be a Newport Harbor High School Sailor, especially since it is Senior Night 2026!
I would like to extend a welcome to the Cajon High School Cowboys and all our visiting fans. Tonight marks our second home game of the year, and the fourth game of the season, along with Senior Night, where we start celebrating members of the Class of 2026.
Coach Burns has our team playing with poise, and they are well-positioned for a strong second-half run.
What impresses me most about this year’s team is not just their success on the field, but the incredible bond and camaraderie they share off the field. You can see it on campus, in the halls, and in the classrooms. Their commitment to each other and to our school is truly a hallmark of this years’ squad, and it has been a joy to watch for me. They play as one, and their teamwork is a testament to what we can achieve when we support one another-it’s what our community and country are all about.
Let’s show our Sailors some love tonight. Cheer loudly, be respectful, and let’s create an electric atmosphere at the Historic Davidson Field for the Class of 2026 on Senior Night!
—Go Sailors!
Sean Boulton, Principal
DR. AKONAM OKOYE, MELISSA TARAVELLA, DR. SEAN BOULTON, JACK CUSICK, CHRIS ANDERSON, AMANDA BOYER, AND JENNIFER FOX
Game 1 – NH @ Murrieta Mesa
Newport Harbor started its season off with a hard-fought and thrilling contest, with the Sailors being edged out in a 33-27 loss to the Murrieta Mesa Rams, that showcased their heart and resilience throughout a fierce battle.
Leading the offensive charge, quarterback Jake Meer (#8) completed 14 of 25 passes for 230 yards and two touchdowns, with added spark on the ground, rushing for 46 yards on three carries. His connection with Shane McKibbin (#5) was a highlight, as McKibbin grabbed seven catches for an impressive 149 yards and two touchdowns, providing a vital threat through the air. Jett Blauwkamp (#26) caught the touchdown pass on a roll out from Meer that put the Sailors up 27-26 with under ten minutes left in the game.
Despite the tough loss, the Sailors’ defense made critical plays that kept them in the game and shut the Rams’ offense down for most of the second half. Glenn Baranoski (#19) made a key interception to thwart a potential twopoint conversion, preventing the Rams from pulling further ahead. Cruz Marsella (#10) also had a pivotal play with a fumble recovery that set up a rushing touchdown by Baranoski, energizing the Sailor sideline and closing the lead gap. Adam Csanyi (#44) and Dylon DeAngelo (#6) came up big with nine tackles each.
Though they battled valiantly, the Sailors ultimately came up just short in a thrilling contest that showcased their grit and fighting spirit.
By: Christian Marsella
Game 2 – NH vs Lancaster
In a commanding performance at home, the Newport Harbor Sailors showed up for a dominant 42-26 victory over the Lancaster Eagles, igniting their season with an electrifying display on both sides of the ball.
The Sailors hit the field with relentless energy, rattling off a 21-0 first quarter lead. Jake Meer (#8) orchestrated a masterful offensive display, passing for 246 yards and four touchdowns with a sizzling 71.4% completion rate. His main targets were Jackson Stremick (#7) (7 Rec, 112 Yds, 2 TD) yards and Ryan Palmer (#15) (8 Rec, 98 Yds). Three different receivers – Owen Baldikowski (#9), Wyatt Wilson (#14) and Stremick - each found the end zone through the air, showcasing Newport Harbor’s versatile attack. The passing game was complemented by a balanced ground attack led by Matthew Yamakawa (#22), who rushed for 79 yards on 15 carries. In addition, Glenn Baranoski (#19) punched in a rushing touchdown from short range, adding to the scoring frenzy.
Defensively, the Sailors shone brightly, stifling the Eagles from their first possession. The unit racked up seven tackles for loss, with Cameron Hatfield (#33) leading the charge with three. Ryder Godbold (#13) sparked a pivotal moment, scooping up an 83-yard fumble return for a touchdown. Godbold also recorded the game’s sole quarterback sack, while Baranoski contributed a crucial fumble recovery.
This victory sets a strong tone for Newport Harbor’s season, fueled by explosive plays and stifling defense.
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scholarships
Vincent D. Mulroy Scholarship Award
The Vincent D. Mulroy Scholarship Award is publicly supported and was founded in 2009 to honor Vince Mulroy, The award is presented to the offensive player demonstrating the highest level of football performance on the field of play. The recipient…
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Greg Gladstone Memorial Scholarship Award
Greg Gladstone died doing what he loved: Surfing in Newport on January 23, 2010. Greg was a lifelong Waterman who felt most at home in the ocean. As a student at Ventura High School, he was a CIF State Water…
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Cade Feitler Athletic Scholarship
In February 2005, Cade Feitler at 13 years of age, suffered a traumatic brain injury as a result of an inattentive driver who ran a red light on Newport Blvd. and broadsided the family vehicle while coming home from Ensign…
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John Gust Athletic Scholarship
The John Gust Athletic Scholarship is a publicly supported memorial established in December 1973 to honor John Gust, class of 1974, an outstanding football player and wrestler who was killed in an auto accident on a skiing trip after football…
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The Kamble Chai Foundation Athletic Scholarship
The Kamble Chai Foundation is a publicly supported memorial established in December 1997 to honor Mr. Kamble Chai, an outstanding Chinese-American community leader and a man of great virtue. The foundation focuses its worldwide philanthropic activities on education and has…
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The Coach Mike Giddings Scholarship Award
The Coach Mike Giddings Scholarship Award was established in 2018 by Newport Harbor Football alumni in honor of Coach Giddings, who from 1982 to 1985 led the team. The recipient receives $2,000.00 toward continuing education (either four-year school or two-year school) and the continuation of playing football at the college level. The recipient shall be chosen by the Coaching Staff. Read More Online
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT
SENIOR PLAYERS
SENIOR PLAYERS SPOTLIGHT
JONAH TAKAMORI
JAMES CALLAGHAN 01
TREVOR GLYNN
• 4 years in the program.
• After graduation, I’d like to go to the University of Oregon
• Favorite teacher: Mr Hahn
• I am most thankful for how supportive my family, friends, and coaches are.
• Favorite memory: Winning BOTB Junior year
• Favorite pump-up song: Insecurities by lil baby
• Favorite pre-game meal: Hibachi food at team dinner
• Favorite Movie: Transformers
• I will miss playing under the bright lights at Davidson field most.
• Words of Wisdom: Always persevere through the challenges of life because you will always be a better person on the other side of it
• I want to thank my parents for being so supportive of me along my journey in football. RD/DB
• 4 years in the program.
DB/WR
• After graduation, I plan to go to college somewhere.
• Favorite teacher: Mr. Armstrong
• I am most thankful for my family
• Favorite memory: Beating CDM
• Favorite pump-up song: Trophies, by Drake
• Favorite pre-game meal: Steak
• Favorite Movie: Godfather 2
• After high school, I will miss playing football on Friday nights.
• Words of Wisdom: Don’t get beat deep
• Last, I would like to thank my family for driving me to morning practice, buying me equipment, and supporting me at every step.
• 4 years in the program.
CB/WR
• After graduation, I plan to attend college, I would like to go Tennessee.
• Favorite teacher: Sigafoos
• I am most thankful for my parents.
• Favorite memory: Beating CDM
• Favorite pump-up song: Tscan Mix Volume 2
• Favorite pre-game meal: PB&J
• Favorite Movie: Ratatouille
• After high school, I will miss the people most.
• Words of Wisdom: Can’t add days to your life but you can add life to your days.
• Thank you to my Mom and Dad.
TY DITTEAUX
WR/DB
• 4 years in the program.
• Favorite class: History
• I am most thankful for my parents.
• Favorite memory: Beating CDM
• Favorite pump-up song: Tscan Mix Volume 2
• Favorite pre-game meal: Just a Twix Bar
• Favorite Movie: Chasing Mavericks
• After graduation, I will miss my friends.
• Words of Wisdom: No one cares that much, so don’t overthink.
• I would like to especially thank my parents because through all the injuries I have had they made me keep my head up and support me and I know that they love me the most. I’m super grateful for everything they have done and I know I would not be here without them.
ETHAN AMBAT 04
DB/WR
• 4 years in the program.
• I plan to go to a 4-year college
• Favorite teacher: Profe Alcazar
• I am most thankful for my teammates and coaches.
• Favorite memory: Game ending interception at the BOTB
• Favorite pump up song: Stay Schemin - Rick Ross
• Favorite pre-game meal: Steak
• Favorite Movie: Cloudy with a chance of meatballs 2
• I will miss playing with my team
• Words of Wisdom: Don’t give up
• I want to thank my dad for always supporting me from when I was 4th-string freshman to starting on varsity.
DYLON DEANGELO
LB/WR
• 4 years in the program.
• After graduation, I plan to go to a 4-year university
• Favorite teacher: Ms Peron
• I am most thankful for supportive family and friends
• Favorite memory: Winning BOTB my Sophomore and Junior year
• Favorite pump up song: Dreams and Nightmares
• Favorite pre-game meal: Jersey Mikes
• Favorite Movie: The Wolf of Wall Street
• I will miss the family I have found with friends throughout sports
• Words of Wisdom: Stay the course and embrace it because it goes by too fast
SENIOR PLAYERS SPOTLIGHT
JAKE MEER
• 4 years in the program.
• Favorite teacher: Mr. Kliewer
• I am most thankful for my family and friends
• Favorite memory: Winning BOTB & Coach Burns bowling through the locker room after his first win against St. Augustine.
• Favorite pump-up song: Dreams and Nightmares.
• Favorite pre-game meal: steak and potatoes
• Favorite Movie: Step Brothers
• After graduation, I will miss the community and the school spirit most.
• Words of Wisdom: Muhammad Ali – “Don’t count the days, make the days count.”
• I would like to thank my parents for supporting me throughout HS and Coach Huizar for guiding me on and off the field.
CRUZ MARSELLA 10
DL/HB
• 4 years in the program.
• I plan to attend a college such as UCSB or ASU.
• Favorite teacher: Mr Kliewer and Senior Reyes
• I am most thankful for God giving me the opportunity to be able to play football.
• Favorite memory: Beating CDM.
• Favorite pump-up song: Dreams and Nightmares by Meek Mill
• Favorite pre-game meal: Flame Broiler
• Favorite Movie: F1Movie
• I will miss being able to run on the field with my brothers every Friday.
• Words of Wisdom: The only thing stopping you from achieving what you want to achieve is yourself.
• I want to dedicate this season to my brother who passed away. And thank my family for being by my side through everything.
CADE CLARK 11
DB/WR
• 4 years in the program.
• I plan to graduate from a 4-year college
• Favorite teacher: Mr Alcazar
• I am most thankful for my family
• Favorite memory: Beating CDM
• Favorite pump-up song: Good Credit by Playboi Carti
• Favorite pre-game meal: PB and J
• Favorite Movie: The Batman
• After graduation, I will miss my teammates and going to practice.
• Words of Wisdom: Stay dedicated.
• I would really like to thank all of my coaches. I have amazing memories in this program, from the time spent with my teammates to beating CDM. To my parents and coaches - thank you for everything.
GLENN BARANOSKI
• 4 years in the program
• After graduation, I plan to play football at USD and study business.
• Favorite teacher: Mrs Reinberger
• I am most thankful for my supportive family.
• Favorite memory: Barfing on the field during BOTB.
• Favorite pump-up song: Good Morning, by Kanye West
• Favorite pre-game meal: Jersey Mike’s turkey sandwich
• Favorite Movie: Happy Gilmore.
• I will miss the great students and staff at NHHS.
• Words of Wisdom: Do the right thing even when nobody is watching.
• I’m a goofy guy who’s always looking for a laugh and plan to D1 play college football.
BILL HANCOCK
DB/WR
• 3 years in the program.
• I would like to play college golf at a 4-year university and study sports psychology.
• Favorite teacher: Mr. Burns
• I am most thankful for my health and loving family.
• Favorite memory: Beating CDM for the first time after 11 years
• Favorite pump-up song: Trophies
• Favorite pre-game meal: chicken and rice
• Favorite Movie: American Sniper
• After high school, I will miss the camaraderie within the community most.
• Words of Wisdom: There’s a reason the windshield is bigger than the rear view mirror. Your future is bigger than your past.
• I would like to thank my family for the constant support over the last 4 years.
ADAM CSANYI
• 4 years in the program.
• Favorite teacher: Mr. Torribo, History
• I am most thankful for my Mom.
• Favorite memory: back to back BOTB wins
• Favorite pump-up song: Everlong, by Foo Fighters
• Favorite pre-game meal: Wahoos
• Favorite Movie: Forrest Gump
• After graduation, I will miss playing football the most.
• Words of Wisdom: Don‘t take anything or anyone for granted.
• I am grateful for the friendships with both my teammates and coaches. The memories and lessons learned on Davidson field will last a lifetime. I‘d like to thank my parents, coaches, and teachers for an incredible 4 years at NHHS. LB/HB
SENIOR PLAYERS SPOTLIGHT
SEBASTIAN PEREZ 53
• 3 years in the program.
• My plan after graduation is to go to OCC.
• Favorite teacher: Mr Slone
• I am most thankful for just being out here with my brothers.
• Favorite memory: Beating CDM.
• Favorite pump-up song: My favorite pump-up is skrilla by Kodak black
• Favorite pre-game meal: Tacos
• Favorite Movie: Holes
• I will miss playing football with my brothers
• Words of Wisdom: Just keep moving forward.
• My favorite memory was beating Los Alamitos freshman year with my boys.
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EMILIANO TORRES
• 4 years in the program.
• After graduation, I want to become a coach or xray technician.
• Favorite teacher: Burns
• Favorite memory: Beating CDM and playing in the BOTB.
• Favorite pump-up song: Helluva Price, by Gunna
• Favorite pre-game meal: Sandwich
• Favorite Movie: Lego Batman Movie
• I will miss friends and memories at NHHS.
• Words of Wisdom: „I guess you lose some and you win some as long as the outcome is income“ by Drake
• I’m thankful for God, family, friends, & coaches for the opportunity to play this sport. I’m thankful for everyone that went out of their way to help the program, especially NHHS staff, coaches, & parents. I‘m thankful for the parents who always gave us snacks. A special thanks to Ryno for always being there.
JAGGER DENOON
• 4 years in the program.
• My dream is to play football at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo!
• Favorite teacher: Mr. Kliewer
• I am most thankful for having great parents that have helped guide me to become the man I am today.
• Favorite memory: Everyone rushing the field at BOTB and winning it with my brother.
• Favorite pump-up song: Come As You Are, by Nirvana
• Favorite pre-game meal: Chicken
• Favorite Movie: Lego Batman
• After graduation, I will miss being able to see everyone that I know every day and the awesome teachers!
• Words of Wisdom: “Fear is the path to the dark side.“ - Yoda
• Thank you to my father for helping me dedicate my life to football and allowing me to be the best person I can be.
DL/OL
JAKE MEYER
• 4 years in the program.
• After graduation, I plan on enlisting or going to a trade school.
• Favorite teacher: Ms. Fisher
• I am most thankful for my Mom.
• Favorite memory: Saving an interception my Junior year BOTB.
• Favorite pump-up song: Take Me Out, by Franz Ferdinand
• Favorite pre-game meal: Flame boiler
• Favorite Movie: 2003 Star Wars Clone Wars
• After graduation, I will miss the Friday Night Lights most.
• Words of Wisdom: Life’s like a game of cards, you can’t determine your hand, but you can determine how you can play the cards.
• Thank you to my older sister and Mom for everything.
CHRISTOPHER FOSTER
CAPTAIN/OL/DL
• 4 years in the program.
• After graduation, I plan to go to OCC then transfer to a 4-year.
• Favorite teacher: Mr. Navarro
• I am most thankful for my family and friends
• Favorite memory: Beating CDM for the second year in a row
• Favorite pump-up song: I’m not in Love, by 10cc
• Favorite pre-game meal: Sandwich
• Favorite Movie: Nightmare Before Christmas
• After high school, I will miss spending time with my friends.
• Words of Wisdom: Hard moments pass. Nothing stays the same forever.
• Thank you to everyone who has supported me the past 4 years - all my family and friends. Thank you to the coaches for believing in me and supporting me.
MARIO MIRANDA
• 4 years in the program.
• After graduation, I am hopefully going into the Army.
• Favorite teacher: Mr. Hahn
• I am most thankful for my family, my coaches, my teammates, and food.
• Favorite memory: Winning the BOTB
• Favorite pump-up song: Tunnel Vision
• Favorite pre-game meal: my favorite food mom’s spaghetti
• Favorite Movie: The Purge
• After high school, I will miss Football the most.
• Words of Wisdom: Sailor Weather!
PEP SQUAD SENIORS
PEP SQUAD SPOTLIGHT
AMBER CLARK
• 4 years in the program
• After graduation, I plan on going to OCC to study radiology
• Favorite teacher: Mrs. Kingsbury and Mrs. Pilon
• I am most thankful for God, my mom, and my family & friends
• Favorite memory: Winning BOTB Sophomore and Junior year
• Favorite pump-up song: Love You Like That by Cloonee
• Favorite pre-game meal: an energy drink
• Favorite Movie: Tangled
• I will miss my team and the connection we have created over the years most.
• Words of Wisdom: Long live cowgirls
ANDREA MURILLO
• 3 years in the program
• I plan on going into the Marines and will get a degree in criminology to become a detective.
• Favorite teacher: Ms Zeroualli
• I am most thankful for always having a supporting family
• Favorite memory: Being able to win BOTB twice
• Favorite pump-up song: Maneater by Nelly Furtado
• Favorite pre-game meal: Acai Bowl
• Favorite Movie: The Corpse Bride
• After graduation, I will miss cheering at the football games most.
• Words of Wisdom: What you’re not changing you’re choosing.
• I want to thank my family for always supporting my dreams and telling me to reach for the stars as they’ve shaped who I am today.
ELGUER MEDINA
• 4 years in the program
• I would like to attend Arizona State University and possibly study Business.
• Favorite Class: IB Lit & Spanish
• I am most thankful for my team and my coaches
• Favorite Davidson Field memory: Winning BOTB
• Favorite pump-up song: Lose My Mind, by Jamie Jones
• Favorite pre-game meal: Starbucks
• Favorite Movie: The Summer I Turned Pretty
• I will miss the people and friends I met along the way
• Words of Wisdom: Have fun and enjoy it
• I would like to thank my coaches for pushing me to be my best and my mom for everything she’s done the past decade - I couldn’t have done it without you. Love you, Mom! Song
ELLA LOPICOLLO
Song Captain
• 4 years in the program
• I plan to attend a 4-year university to study biology on a pre-med track.
• Favorite teacher: Ms. Shedd and Mrs. Kroeger
• I am most thankful for God, my family, and my friends.
• Favorite memory: Winning BOTB my sophomore year.
• Favorite pump-up song: Love You Like That by Cloonee
• Favorite pre-game meal: Red Bull
• Favorite Movie: Mama Mia
• I will miss my team and the campus community.
• Words of Wisdom: Don‘t walk slow in the halls.
GRACIE OKVIST
Song Captain
• 3 years in the program
• I plan to study business at either Chapman or Point Loma.
• Favorite teacher: Mr Sigafoos
• I am most thankful for my family
• Favorite memory: Cheering at BOTB
• Favorite pump-up song: You’ll Always Find Your Way Back Home
• Favorite pre-game meal: Acai Bowl
• Favorite Movie: Devil Wears Prada
• After graduation, I will miss being a part of Varsity Song and all the friendships I’ve made.
• Words of Wisdom: Always stay true to yourself!
• I want to thank my family for all their love and support.
HAILEY CARDEN
• 4 years in the program
• I plan on attending OCC then will transfer to a 4-year university.
• Favorite teacher: Mr. Tarnow
• I am most thankful for My family
• Favorite memory: winning BOTB Sophomore year
• Favorite pump-up song: Hey Song
• Favorite pre-game meal: Chic-fil-A
• Favorite Movie: No Hard Feelings
• After graduation, I will miss my friends most.
• Words of Wisdom: make friends and have fun.
Song
PEP SQUAD SPOTLIGHT
JOSIE SCHLOM
• 4 years in the program
• I plan to go to a 4-year university somewhere out of state.
• Favorite teacher: Sigafoos
• I am most thankful for my family
• Favorite Davidson Field memory: Winning BOTB and running onto the field
• Favorite pump-up song: Losing It by Fisher
• Favorite pre-game meal: Chipotle
• Favorite Movie: Bridesmaids
• I will miss my friend group from high school and cheering along my best friends the most.
• Words of Wisdom: everything happens for a reason
• I want to thank my parents and siblings for always being my biggest supporters.
LILY HARPER
• 2 years in the program
• I plan to attend nursing school at a university.
• I am most thankful for my mom and family and their constant support.
• Favorite teacher: Profè Alcázar
• Favorite memory: BOTB Junior year
• Favorite pump-up song: Like That by Future
• Favorite pre-game meal: Alani
• Favorite Movie: 10 Things I Hate About You
• After graduation, I will miss the school spirit and pride most.
• Words of Wisdom: Always give 110%
• I want to thank Coach Chelsea for always believing in me, and my teammates for always being there.
• 4 years in the program
• I want to attend and graduate from a 4-year university.
• Favorite teacher: Mr. Sigafoos
• I’m most thankful for my supportive family.
• Favorite memory: Winning BOTB
• Favorite pump-up song: Losing by Fisher
• Favorite pre-performance meal: Shirley’s before rallys
• Favorite Movie: It Ends With Us
• After graduation, I will miss being part of a team sport.
• Words of Wisdom: Everything happens for a reason
• I want to thank my parents for pushing me to do my best.
Cheer Captain
Cheer
LIVI LLOYD Cheer
MCKENNA SUDARTH
• 4 years in the program
• I plan to attend college at USC or University of Miami and majoring in Business Finance
• Favorite teacher: Zerouali & Govaars
• I am most thankful for my family and friends
• Favorite Davidson Field memory: BOTB
• Favorite pump-up song: Love You Like That, by Cloonee
• Favorite pre-game meal: Pressed Juicery
• Favorite Movie: 10 Things I Hate About You
• After graduation, I will miss the amazing school spirit and being so close with my class
• Words of Wisdom: Your beliefs create your reality.
• I would like to thank my parents for being such amazing role models to me.
• 4 years in the program
• I want to go to college in California to study Biology in hopes of going pre-med.
• Favorite subject: Science
• I am most thankful for my family
• Favorite memory: Winning BOTB
• Favorite pre-game meal: Shirley’s Bagels
• Favorite Movie: Happy Gilmore 2
• After graduation, I will miss my friends most.
• Words of Wisdom: High school goes by really fast so cherish it.
• I want to thank my mom and dad for always supporting me and my sisters for always being there for me.
• 4 years in the program
• I plan to attend college at SDSU and will major in Business.
• Favorite Class: IB Literature
• I am most thankful for I’m thankful to live in Newport Beach and to have so many people who love me
• Favorite memory: Winning BOTB the first time and going to Vegas my freshman year.
• Favorite pump-up song: Hotel Room Service
• Favorite post-game meal: In-NOut
• Favorite Movie: A Christmas Story
• After graduation, I will miss the school spirit most.
• Words of Wisdom: Cherish your years in high school because it goes by so fast.
• I am thankful for my friends and family for always supporting me.
Cheer
MIA URIBE Song
SOPHIA CLARKSON
Cheer
PEP SQUAD SPOTLIGHT
SUMMER MURRAY
• 4 years in the program
• Hopefully Alabama University is my next stop.
• Favorite teacher: Miss Koppe
• Favorite Davidson Field memory: Winning BOTB
• Favorite pump-up song: Boyfriend by Justin Bieber
• Favorite pre-game meal: TK Burger
• Favorite Movie: The Notebook
• After high school, I will miss starting late every Monday.
• Words of Wisdom: Don’t spend more than 5 minutes stressing on most things, because in 5 years it won’t matter.
• I want to thank my Dad for being the best I could ever ask for. Thank you for always supporting me and being there for me no matter what. I wouldn’t be the girl I am today if it wasn’t for you.
VIVIAN JONES Cheer
• After graduation, I plan to attend the University of Hawaii at Manoa to study marine biology.
• Favorite teacher: Mrs Pogue
• I am most thankful for having Coach Chelsea for 3 years and for growing as a person being on her team.
• Favorite memory: Winning BOTB two years in a row
• Favorite pump-up song: São Paulo by The Weekend
• Favorite pre-game meal: TK Burger
• Favorite Movie: Happy Gilmore 2
• After graduation, I will miss being apart of the NHHS cheer family
• Words of Wisdom: don’t take it for granted
• Finally, I’d like to thank my Mom for always supporting me no matter what.
VIVIAN MAGNANI Cheer
• 4 years in the program
• After graduation, I would like to attend a 4-year university.
• Favorite Class: IB English with Mr. Armstrong
• I am most thankful for my family, friends, and teammates.
• Favorite memory: Winning BOTB
• Favorite pump-up song: It’s That Time (remix) by FISHER
• Favorite pre-game meal: Alani Energy drink
• Favorite Movie: The Proposal
• After graduation, I will miss the community and friends I’ve made.
• Words of Wisdom: Live life with no regrets
• I would like to thank my family for always supporting me in everything I choose to do.
• Bullet 4 years in the program
• After high school, I plan on going to a 4-year university for predental.
• My favorite memory is going to In-n-Out after games with my teammates.
• Favorite teacher: Mr Zeddies
• Favorite memory: Winning Battle of the Bay
• Favorite pump-up song: Love You Like That
• Favorite pre-game meal: An Alani energy drink
• Favorite Movie: Blended
• After graduation, I will miss spending time with my teammates most.
• Words of Wisdom: Be present in the moment.
• I am most thankful for my family.
ZOE MAGNANI
Cheer Captain
BAND SENIORS
BAND SENIOR SPOTLIGHT
AL É MARBAN PORTUGAL
Bass Drum 4, Vibraphone, Cymbals
• 4 years in the program
• After graduation, I plan to attend Boston University or UCLA to study Business Management and Marketing.
• Favorite teacher: Mr Julian
• I am most thankful for my family and friends who are always there for me when I need them.
• Favorite memory: Running onto the field junior year when we won BOTB.
• Favorite pump-up song: Swat
• Favorite pre-performance meal: Cava
• Favorite Movie: Grown Ups
• I will miss going to the corner and spending my lunch with friends.
• Words of Wisdom: Enjoy your time here it goes by fast.
• I want to thank my parents for supporting me in every decision I make.
EDYTH LUTZ
• 4 years in the program
• After graduation, I plan to attend OCC then transfer to a 4-year college.
• Favorite teacher: My favorite teacher is Mr. Julian.
• Favorite class: Tech theatre with Slay.
• I‘m most thankful for the ability to grow, and for Sam giving me a chance.
• Favorite memory: Doing swan dive stretches.
• Favorite pump-up song: California Girls
• Favorite pre-performance meal: Comp ramen
• Favorite Movie: Pacific Rim
• I will miss all the band kids I‘m leaving behind.
• Words of Wisdom: Try as much as you can, and always pursue what you love. Laugh as much as you can.
EFFIE CADWELL
Colorguard
• 4 years in the program
• After graduation, I plan to attend OCC and transferring to the University of Wisconsin Madison for vocal music education.
• Favorite teacher: Mr. Hernandez
• I am most thankful for my brothers Allen and Xander.
• Favorite memory: Halftime break and having the marching band championships at Davidson Field
• Favorite pump-up song: Hey song or Go Big Blue
• Favorite pre-performance meal: Chipotle
• Favorite Movie: La la land
• I will miss my teachers and friends most.
• Words of Wisdom: Working hard or hardly working.
Drum Major Captain
JACK DOUGLAS
• 3 years in the program
• I plan to attend a 4-year college
• Favorite teacher: Mr. Julian
• I am most thankful for having such a supportive group of people within the NHHS music department.
• Favorite memory: My sophomore year when percussion got their scores back and we got the highest we had ever placed
• Favorite pre-performance meal: hamburger
• After graduation, I will miss all of the people I‘ll eventually lose contact with
• Words of Wisdom: Surround yourself with good people
• I‘d like to thank my family and all the NHHS music program families for their support. Drum Captain
JACKIE CORTES VALEZ
KELLY DARLING
• 4 years in the program
• I plan to go to college and my dream school is UCSB
• Favorite Class: AP Music Theory
• I am most thankful for my family for always being there
• Favorite Davidson Field memory: Tripping during a rep.
• Favorite pump-up song: That’s What I Like by Bruno Mars
• Favorite pre-performance meal: Poke
• Favorite Movie: La la land
• After graduation, I will miss being with my friends all the time.
• Words of Wisdom: Enjoy the time because it goes quickly.
• I want to thank my family for always putting up with the late nights. Flute
• 3 years in the program
• I plan to go to a 4-year college to major in computer science and minor in music.
• Favorite teacher: Ms. Zerouali
• I am most thankful for my best friends.
• Favorite Davidson Field memory: Watching the band march while I got to hang out with pit my freshman year
• Favorite pump-up song: Damn by Fujii Kaze
• Favorite pre-performance meal: Chipotle
• Favorite Movie: Lion King
• I will miss Mr. J and the rest of the band
• Words of Wisdom: Be yourself and have fun, because you only live once.
• I want to thank my friends and family for their support, along with the Band and Mr. Julian for making my life more fun and beautiful.
Flute
BAND SENIOR SPOTLIGHT
SAGE BARANOSKI
• 3 years in the program
• After graduation, I plan to continue pursuing music and ceramics in my future.
• Favorite class: Ceramics
• I am most thankful for my supportive friends and family.
• Favorite Davidson Field memory: Watching my brother score the final touchdown for the 2024 BOTB.
• Favorite pump-up song: Light ‘em Up
• Favorite pre-performance meal: Bread
• Favorite Movie: How to Train Your Dragon
• After graduation, I will miss the band/theater programs and the people in them.
• Words of Wisdom: You only live once so have fun but just chill sometimes please.
• I am grateful for the incredibly supportive people I have met at NHHS.
THEO OLMEDO ESPINOZA
• 4 years in the program
• I‘m planning to get a cosmetology degree.
• Favorite teacher: Mr. J
• I am most thankful for being able to go on trips with the music program.
• Favorite memory: Seeing people react to a beetle flying by them during band camp
• Favorite pump-up song: The Minecraft song ASB played
• Favorite pre-performance meal: Cha Siu Bao
• Favorite Movie: Hacksaw Ridge
• After graduation, I will miss my friends most.
• Words of Wisdom: If you have an opportunity to do something you’ve never done before just do it even if you’re scared.
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