The Student News Site of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress
The Student News Site of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress
The Student News Site of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress
The Student News Site of Xavier College Preparatory

XPress

Sports covers the never-ending games, championships and awards that Xavier receives and in which it participates.

Xavier lacrosse huddles up after its morning practice on April 7. On April 8, they play Chaparral, for a rematch, hoping to defeat the Firebirds after previously losing by one point in overtime.

How long will girls’ lacrosse be left on the sidelines?

Lucia Sugich, Staff Writer and Best of SNO award-winning writer
April 11, 2025
Gators showcase the 1600-meter relay. Athletes run a mile, or 4 laps, around the track as a relay. Featured in this race are Samantha Santiago '28 and Scarlett Kinsman ‘27.

Xavier Gators dominate track

Faith Gwati, Photo Editor
April 11, 2025
Half of the track and field seniors are on display with their senior banners. Their senior night was held on April 9 at the Brophy Sports Complex.

Xavier Gators run the track

Faith Gwati, Photo Editor
April 11, 2025
Senior Chayse Clingan serves a ball at Xavier varsity tennis practice on Thursday, March 27. Clingan is one of four seniors who play both singles and doubles for the Gators. These players are essential to their near-perfect 9-1 record.

Love all: Xavier tennis fosters connection

Ellery Kerrigan, Photo Editor and Best of SNO award-winning writer
April 3, 2025
The soccer team celebrates after its win with its 5-peat hats and “State Champs!” posters. Saturday, March 1, Xavier won its fifth state championship in a row, finishing victoriously against Casteel High School.

Magic number 5: Gator soccer takes state

Ellery Kerrigan and Ellie Hilsabeck
March 5, 2025
Xavier varsity spiritline completed an elite stunt during USA Spirit Nationals on February 14-15. These girls have trained for this stunt pattern since the beginning of the school year and accomplished it beautifully.

Two time national champions: Xavier Spiritline’s road to Nationals

Mia Steinmetz, Staff Writer
February 27, 2025
Members of Xavier Hotshots team pose at the Ben Avery Clay Target Center where they practice once a week. Members are divided between stations to practice each of the events.

Through precision and perfection Hotshots thrive

Maggie Mostoller, Staff Writer and Best of SNO award-winning writer
February 20, 2025
Varsity soccer member Nev Herzog passes the ball to a teammate at a Xavier home game. On Thursday, February 13 Xavier beat Liberty, 3-0, in round 2 of the playoffs, and round 3 is Tuesday, February 18.

Are we still champions? Gators prepare for upcoming playoffs

Faith Gwati, Photo Editor
February 13, 2025
Gatorline holds their poms in the air at the Brophy senior night basketball game at home versus Corona del Sol. They are chanting the cheer, “Go red, go white, Broncos let's fight.”

Gatorline celebrates traditions, embraces growth

Vivian Amoia, Managing Editor and Best of SNO award-winning writer
February 6, 2025
An artistic rendition of Alexis Lamadrid’s swing at the National Amateur Championship in Mexico on the weekend of January 11, 2025. Lamadrid played at the Yucatan Country Club.

Gator golfer dominates Mexico’s amateur tournament

Ellie Hilsabeck, Sports Editor and Best of SNO award-winning writer
February 6, 2025
Freshman Thalia Wilcox looses an arrow with precision at morning archery training on Petznick Field. She has previously won third place among ninth grade girls in both the Wickenburg and Chino Valley tournaments.

Xavier archery aims for greatness

Maggie Mostoller, Staff Writer
December 5, 2024
Xavier flag football lines up to begin a new play during its game against Sunnyside High School at Petznick Field on Thursday, November 7.

Xavier flag football breaks boundaries, celebrates victories

Savannah Landrum Taylor, Social Media Editor
November 21, 2024
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