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
Lucia Sugich

Lucia Sugich, Staff Writer

Lucia is a junior at Xavier this year. This is her second year as a staff writer for XPress and she is a part of NEHS. Lucia likes to read, play tennis, go to yoga, and spend time with friends. She loves that journalism allows her to learn about diverse topics and to stay current in Xavier news. Lucia is a Best of SNO award-winning writer.

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Lai Wei practices in her AP Calculus BC class with teacher Robert Hendrickson. Wei competed in the American Math Competition and placed with the top 1% of students who took the test.

[Photo] Gator Mathlete reaches for success

Faith Gwati & Lucia Sugich, Photo Editor & Staff Writer and Best of SNO award-winning writer
March 15, 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.

[Photo] Magic number 5: Gator soccer takes state

Ellery Kerrigan and Ellie Hilsabeck
March 5, 2025
The quarter zip for the Xavier Mothers' Guild Scholarship Fashion Show is displayed in Gator Gear. The "Jewel of the Desert" takes place on April 25.

Xavier prepares for annual fashion show

Lucia Sugich, Staff Writer and Best of SNO award-winning writer
February 20, 2025
The Xavier varsity soccer team played its match against Sunnyslope High School and won by a score of 8-0 on Thursday, Jan 30, 2025. Team captain Ally Brown scored three goals.

Game Changer: Barb Chura wins National Girls’ Soccer Coach of the Year

Lucia Sugich, Staff Writer and Best of SNO award-winning writer
February 6, 2025
Students often debate over what extracurricular activities they should pursue. Many students want to be well-rounded but cannot decide what activities will make them such.

What makes a student truly well-rounded?

Lucia Sugich, Staff Writer
November 21, 2024
The 2024 Xavier varsity golf team poses for a selfie after it had been featured on the morning announcements celebrating its state championship. The Gators claimed their 39th golf state championship.

Xavier golf claims 39th state title

Lucia Sugich, Staff Writer
November 8, 2024
Brian Mostoller, freshman English teacher and XPress moderator, opens the door to his classroom. These newly installed locks allow teachers to open doors with their IDs and can be locked from a remote location in case of emergency.

Xavier implements new security features, procedures

Lucia Sugich, Staff Writer
October 3, 2024
New counselors Sydnie Sahhar and Kelly Boerckel pose for a photo outside the counseling office. They joined the staff this year, and are excited to help their students.

Guiding the Future: Xavier gains two new counselors

Lucia Sugich, Staff Writer
September 26, 2024
This year Xavier made history by winning its fourth Blue Ribbon School, making it the only school in Arizona to do so. This award recognizes the school’s academic excellence, but it is Xavier’s holistic approach to educating that makes these awards possible.

Xavier wins blue ribbon!

Lucia Sugich, Staff Writer
September 25, 2024
The softball team celebrates its 2024 season win. This committed team and coaching staff worked all spring long to leave as champions.

[Photo] How an all-girls athletic program became highest ranked in Arizona

Ellie Hilsabeck, Sports Editor and Best of SNO award-winning writer
September 19, 2024
The softball Gators pose holding up number one shortly after winning the state championship game. With smiles and glitter on their faces, they cheer to celebrate their victory.

Swinging to success: Gators claim softball state title

Lucia Sugich, Staff Writer
May 15, 2024
In light of the potential ban, Xavier student debates whether she should delete TikTok. She loves watching videos but feels it distracts her from her studies.

From likes to legislation: The Potential TikTok Ban

Lucia Sugich, Staff Writer
April 25, 2024
Rowan Ostendorf ‘25 and Maggie Henry ‘25 prepare for their upcoming math test with a study session at Hava Java. Both students are enjoying Hava Java’s famous Frozen Javas.

‘Chains are for bikes’: Local coffee shops around the valley

Ellie Hilsabeck and Lucia Sugich
April 11, 2024
A spirited showcase: Xavier College Preparatory students strike a pose after performing their rally dance for the varsity soccer team. Behind them, sophomores enthusiastically cheer as they attempt to win the Winter Sports Rally.

[Photo] Socially Xavier: Your key to unlocking campus life

Editorial Staff
March 13, 2025
After 25 years of working at Xavier, Polly Fitz-Gerald, Stephanie Brugger and Kelly Fitzgerald celebrate their achievement at a Mass held in their honor. The Mass was conducted by Bishop John Dolan, where superintendent Domonic Salce awarded teachers plaques. (Photo courtesy of Tim Brugger)

Xavier is home: 25 years at Xavier

Lucia Sugich, Staff Writer
February 29, 2024
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