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Ready, Set, Row
Rowing is one of the oldest collegiate sports and has been a part of almost every Olympic Games. The first American regatta, or rowing race, took place in 1762 and now crew athletes compete in races held all over the country.
On and off the mat
Being one of the best wrestlers at Jesuit High School Sacramento, Clark Parry ’21 has tousled with the best. Placing first in his most recent tournament, it seems like nobody can take him down.
Jesuit falls to perennial powerhouse
ELK GROVE — When a member of the Sheldon High School basketball team steals the ball from an opponent, it usually results in one outcome: a highlight-reel dunk on the other end, sometimes over a helpless defender.
Sac-Joaquin Section’s top two teams set to face off
In a game featuring the Sac-Joaquin Section’s best two teams, fans should be excited as Jesuit High School Sacramento battles the Sheldon High School Huskies this Saturday, Feb. 1.
Jesuit suffers first Delta League loss to Franklin
Looking to keep a perfect Delta League record, the Jesuit High School Marauders came up short in a 70-59 loss to the Franklin High School Wildcats on Wednesday.
The result marks Franklin’s second straight Delta League win as the team defeated Pleasant Grove High School last Friday.
After being down 8 points at halftime, Franklin outscored Jesuit 45-26 in the second half.
Jesuit soccer readies for Davis showdown
On the afternoon of Jan. 15, the Jesuit High School Marauders will battle the Davis High School Blue Devils at Playfields Park in Davis.
The Marauders look to continue their success after amassing a perfect league record with wins over Elk Grove High School, Sheldon High School, and Cosumnes Oak High School.
Davis has also started the season well, holding a 6-2-1 overall record. Aware of the looming threat that the Blue Devils will present, defender Michael Roush ’21 notes that a favorable outcome will rely on the team full effort.
Jesuit defeats Christian Brothers in overtime thriller
In arguably the Sac-Joaquin Section’s most thrilling game this season, the Jesuit High School Marauders pulled off a 60-59 overtime win against the Christian Brothers High School Falcons on Saturday.
The win marks Jesuit’s fifth consecutive victory against its longtime rival and improves the team’s record to 10-3.
Perimeter shooting leads Jesuit to third place in Fr. Barry Christmas Classic
Pitted against talented basketball programs from the U.S. and Canada, the Jesuit High School Marauders notched a 3rd place finish at the 46th annual Fr. Barry Christmas Classic last week.
Jesuit soccer wins the Battle of American River Drive
In a closely fought battle between neighborhood rivals, the Jesuit High School Marauders defeated the Rio Americano High School Raiders 1-0 on Friday, Dec. 6.
Comeback season
To most, it seemed like the 2019 Jesuit High School water polo season got off to a slow start.
Matt Strangio defends State Title
With a chance to defend his title, Jesuit High School runner Matt Strangio ’20 finished first at the Division I CIF State Cross Country Championships on Saturday, Nov. 30.
November Signing Day
Jesuit High School Athletic's Ceremony for the first day of the NCAA signing period. Six seniors accepted scholarships to various colleges/universities.
Joe Watanabe ’21, Photo Journalist
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Jesuit earns playoff spot with victory over Pleasant Grove
When a loss could have ended their season, the Jesuit High School Marauders defeated the Pleasant Grove High School Eagles 42-21 last Saturday in the final game of the regular season.
Jesuit wins Delta League Championship
In the final game of the regular season, the Jesuit High School Marauders won the Delta League Championship with a 5-4 win over the Davis Senior High School Blue Devils at American River College on Tuesday.
Jesuit prepares for final game of the regular season
After defeating Sheldon High School 47-13, the Jesuit High School Marauders look to take their momentum into their next game against the Pleasant Grove High School Eagles this Saturday, Nov. 2.
Jesuit increases playoff hopes with win over Sheldon
When a loss would threaten to end their playoff hopes, the Jesuit High School Marauders kept their chances alive with a 47-14 win over the Sheldon High School Huskies last Friday.
A look at Jesuit’s new baseball clubhouse and batting cages
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Joe Watanabe ’21, Photographer
Jesuit ends drought with win over Wolves
On Tuesday, Oct. 22, Jesuit High School’s varsity water polo team took home a win against the Woodcreek High School Wolves. Beating the Wolves by eight points, the game marks the first victory for Jesuit’s water polo team after a long string of close defeats.
Jesuit came out strong and took a solid lead early in the game, scoring within the first minute. The Marauders maintained their lead through the rest of the game, yet despite the win, the team still sees room for improvement.