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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
TRENDING STORIES
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Xavier girls' talents go viral on TikTok

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We build legacies, not just transcripts

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What the US is doing about hazing in high school sports

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Gator Tales: Are athletes being fueled or fooled by energy drinks?

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Gators caught spreading kindness on campus

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Different paths, shared campus: Faith diversity at Xavier

NEWS
In Señora Noemi Santaella’s classroom, flags representing countries across Latin America are displayed year-round, celebrating Hispanic heritage and culture. Students explore the traditions, history and contributions of these countries through projects and classroom activities.
Month of color, culture, community: Xavier celebrates Hispanic heritage
Ava Faulkner-Flores and Rebekah Hodes • December 5, 2025
Gators caught spreading kindness on campus
Tanya Mock, Staff Writer • December 4, 2025
Xavier celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Kylie Weisheit and Mckayla Schmal • December 4, 2025
You CAN make a difference! Xavier together
Faith Gwati, News Editor • November 17, 2025
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Side-by-side are two viral videos of Phoebe Kleinlein ‘26 as Hermes in "Hadestown" (left) and Sienna Stoll ‘29 in singing her cover of “Dream Come True.” Both display talent in different settings but also show recognition for their hard work.
Xavier girls’ talents go viral on TikTok
Genevieve Cenac, Staff Writer • December 4, 2025
More than notes: How choir creates belonging
Kate Reckers, Staff Writer • November 20, 2025
Taking a new trail ‘Into the Woods’
Mia Steinmetz, Arts and Entertainment Editor • November 11, 2025
Xavier sets to shine beneath Gammage lights
Ava Faulkner-Flores, Staff Writer • November 6, 2025
The Xavier flag football team lines up to begin their game against Corona Del Sol. The Gator flag football team is a fall sport at Xavier.
Xavier flag football celebrates final home game
Ellery Kerrigan, Editor-in-chief • December 8, 2025
Gigi Bulkley ‘26 and Lucy Coover ‘29 hug on the sidelines of their flag football game. This is the last home game, and Bulkley’s last season, and the team has shown togetherness throughout the season.
What the US is doing about hazing in high school sports
Mia Steinmetz, Arts and Entertainment Editor • December 4, 2025
SPORTS
Friday’s early-morning practice gives the archery team cooler conditions and uninterrupted time to refine their techniques. Morning practice offers extra time for the team to do this.
Finding your shot, aim, and trail through niche sports
Chloe Cundiff, Staff Writer • November 20, 2025
Junior Tessa Larkin ‘27 spikes the ball against the opposing team Corona del Sol during the 2025 AIA Volleyball State Championship at the Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, Nov. 15. The Xavier varsity volleyball team won their second state championship in a row.
Xavier volleyball back to back state champs!
Josie Zalle, Social Media editor • November 17, 2025
Gator Tales: Are athletes being fueled or fooled by energy drinks?
Ellery Kerrigan, Editor-in-Chief • November 13, 2025
Scoreboard
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    Boulder Creek
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    Dec 10 / Soccer (Varsity)
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    Pinnacle
    43
    Dec 9 / Basketball (Varsity)
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    O'Connor
    3
    Dec 3 / Soccer (Varsity)
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    Sandra Day O'Connor
    62
    Dec 3 / Basketball (Varsity)
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    73
    Notre Dame Prep
    40
    Nov 25 / Basketball (Varsity)
  • Xavier College Preparatory
    49
    Salpointe Catholic
    55
    Nov 19 / Basketball (Varsity)
Connect
Gator Tales: What’s college like when Gators leave the swamp?
Ellery Kerrigan, Editor in Chief • December 4, 2025
We build legacies, not just transcripts
Addison Shahdadi, Staff Writer • December 4, 2025
How Gators feel behind wheel
Abby Freeman, Staff Writer • November 20, 2025
A lot goes on in the lot, the parking lot
Bri Blair, Staff Writer • November 13, 2025
Faith In Action
Diversity of faith at Xavier
Faith Gwati, News Editor • December 5, 2025
Different paths, shared campus: Faith diversity at Xavier
Rebekah Hodes, Staff Writer • December 4, 2025
Understanding call to vocation through eyes of a sister
Soledad Tumialán, Faith in Action Editor • November 20, 2025
Students discover faith, dignity, purpose in service
Bridget Edgell, Staff Writer • November 13, 2025
MULTIMEDIA
Student athletes and energy drinks
Lucia Sugich, Sports Editor
Audrey McEwen ‘26, Raleigh Kaul ‘26, Sophia Dumanski ‘26 and Adriana Lauterborn ‘26 pose for a photo in front of the Brophy pool. They just finished their races for the day.
Xavier’s defending state champs
Kylie Weisheit, Photo Editor
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Kylie is a senior at Xavier. This is her third year on XPress, and she is in WAX Club, XYV Club, and...

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Lucia is a senior at Xavier this year. This is her third year on XPress, and she is a part of National...

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