Tag: Sports

Student-athletes call for more academic support

Student-athletes call for more academic support

By Jade S. Student-athletes face many challenges, from missing out on important classes to the accumulation of stress. Can CATS offer them a better support system? During a student’s four years of high school, numerous students participate in extracurriculars such as sports, clubs, and after-school programs to make themselves stand out to universities or colleges. Student-athletes often have to leave class early to participate in their games, resulting in missing their classes. In addition, according to students, some teachers make it extra difficult by ignoring their struggles.  Jazmine G., an 11th grader, said, “This year’s academics

Boys’ JV basketball team makes Diego Rivera history

Boys’ JV basketball team makes Diego Rivera history

By Arely V. and Angel T. The boys’ JV Basketball team has made history at Diego Rivera with an undefeated season. Mr. Escobedo, the team’s coach, proudly stated, “I’m Diego Rivera History.” The team faced 0 losses, 16-0. No team in Diego Rivera history has ever been undefeated. Mr. Escobedo said he was proud of coaching the team through the season.  It was his first year coaching basketball, but getting to know his players wasn’t as hard as it may be for other coaches. “A lot of the players I already knew from last year when

Huskies’ Sports Update

Huskies’ Sports Update

By Alexis A., Kevin H. and Jesus C. With school back in session, sports at Diego Rivera Learning Complex have started back up as well. But soccer and basketball players say they have experienced some difficulties returning.  Soccer player Arturo G. said it wasn’t easy to keep up with COVID and classes. “It’s very hard to keep up. Sometimes I won’t see my classes for two days.”  He said this isn’t exactly great, but as long as he can do the make-up work it should be fine. Players have also had to deal with playing back-to-back

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