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On a Friday afternoon in early March, Camila Beltran-Felix 25 is practicing her “holding,” one of the 11 steps to shooting success. Beltran-Felix was working on her form to prepare for the upcoming archery tournament. (Photo courtesy of Isabella Ballesteros)

80% Mental, 20% Physical: Archers journey to conquer state title

Olivia Garcia, Connect Editor and Best of SNO award-winning writer
March 10, 2024
Xavier Prep’s spiritline poses with one of its two trophies from wins in Medium Show Cheer Advanced and Super Crowdleader at USA Spirit Nationals on February 16-18 in Anaheim, California. These athletes have been preparing for the 2024 national competition since August of 2023. (Photo courtesy of Taylor Van Arsdall)

It takes more than a smile: Xavier spiritlines’ journey to national champions

Ellery Kerrigan, Staff Writer and Best of SNO award-winning writer
February 29, 2024
From front to back, Haley Strickbine, Norah Dentz, Sarah Strickbine and Sydney Hertzberg are pictured rowing in the four. The Gators glide through the water at Tempe Town Lake for practice. (Photo courtesy of Geoffrey Stricklin)

Crew Gators glide through season

Cece Mlat, XPress Freelancer
February 22, 2024
Esports players Ana Bramlett ‘25 and Mareya Ramirez ‘24 play in a competition against Valley Christian High School as Angel Moreno ‘24, on the right, watches. The girls are playing Smash Bros at the competition. (Photo courtesy of Zachary Carlson)

Esports begins 6th season

Mckayla Schmal, Staff Writer
February 8, 2024
Xavier’s archery team practices in the sun after school. The team will be heading to the December state qualifier on December 9 in Tucson. (Photo courtesy of Kelsey Gerchar)

Archery and Hotshots shoot for the stars

Katie Bizzozero, Staff Writer
December 7, 2023
Senior Julia Russo strides through the finish line as she completes her race at the cross country state championships. She finished in 19:07, placing sixth at state. (Photo courtesy of Vivian Amoia)

Cross country wraps up season full of accomplishments

Vivian Amoia, Sports Editor and Best of SNO award-winning writer
November 9, 2023
The girls’ golf team poses with its state championship banner and trophy. There are smiles all around as members wear their leis made by team member Reimi Bleyl ‘24. (Photo courtesy of Tui Selvaratnam)

Xavier golf team swings to win at state championship

Vivian Amoia, Sports Editor and Best of SNO award-winning writer
November 9, 2023
After another weekly Friday morning practice at the BCP pool, the Xavier swim & dive team walks out of the pool to finish its week. This Friday practice is essential for team-bonding and preparing for weekend invitationals. (Photo courtesy Ginger Mago)

Swinging and Splashing: How Xavier’s golf, swim & dive teams prepare for final weeks

Ellie Hilsabeck, Staff Writer
October 19, 2023
On September 10 in Flagstaff, Xavier mountain bikers pose as they are about to head off. Xavier won 1st place, making them No.1 in the Southern Conference. (Photo courtesy of Rich Perrott)

Xavier mountain biking starts season off with a win

Mckayla Schmal, Staff Writer
October 4, 2023
Xavier Varsity Volleyball team holds hands as they line up to say the pledge of allegiance and a pre-game prayer. They are preparing to play their next game against Mountain View where they were able to gain another win. (Photo courtesy of Savannah Landrum Taylor, XPress Staff)

Fall sports serve to win

Savannah Landrum Taylor, Staff Writer
September 28, 2023
Xavier flag football athletes take a quick break using the sideline mister during their win against Mountain Ridge. Athletic trainer Laurie White strives to keep the athletes cool by spraying them.

Beating Arizona heat: How fall sports teams stay cool and competitive

Vivian Amoia, Sports Editor and Best of SNO award-winning writer
September 20, 2023
The flag football team prepares a scrimmage play. Frosh center Mikayla Patterson prepares to snap the ball as the Gators begin the offensive play against Agua Fria.

Flag football reaches in a new direction

Grace Montoya, Staff Writer
March 30, 2023
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