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BENEATH THE SURFACE

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Beneath the surface of Xavier Academy stands a dedicated school on a hill of success. One who takes their talent to the next level. One who endures each practice. One who believes in the bond of a family. Though there are few we chant like there are many. Though we are new, we play to make history.

It’s more than our failures.

Its more than our victories.

It’s the time we endured As we showed our supremacy.

Through the struggle we made it through As we showed our strength that no one knew We fight as one We win as one

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GridIron Field

The X-men have a successful season, as they their hard work paid off

By Nicole Craig

Down on the gridiron field fights a dedicated team. One who is committed to the game. One who is devoted to playing their best. One who gives their precious time to strengthen their abilities.

Xavier Academy’s X-men have been more than successful during their season. They kicked off there season with a win against our schools rival, with a score of 21-14. This win raised the spirits of not only the team, but the school in its entirety. Not only did they have a 10-2 season score, but they made it to the playoffs for the first time.

“I couldn’t believe we actually made it to playoffs. Our hard work definitely paid off,” senior Brian Madson said.

The X-men didn’t necessarily focus on winning, during their practices. Their main goal was to have try their best at the sport they love. “Coach York always told us football is not all about winning, its about enjoy4

ing the game,” junior Kyle Highbanks said. This mentality helped the X-men out on the field as they focused on enjoying the game. Rain or shine, the boys had to practice constantly. Their practices consisted of various plays and strategies that helped them to become better athletes.

“It was a struggle playing in the rain, but we got through it,” senior Jose Ricardo said.

The X-men had various methods of team bonding. Though they were anxious for their first game, throughout the day, spirited students helped to hype up the competition. The X-men always had support from our students and faculty. Pep rally’s were crowded as Xavier Academy raised their spirits and pep in preparation of each big game.

The stadium was always filled with the team colors of blue and silver. Their loud chants made a thunderous noise in the stadium, as the X-men scored

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SCORE As the X-men score a final touchdown, senior John Gotham stands in awe as they won the game. "This was the moment that told us we were going to playoffs," Gotham said.

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SUPPORT Running back, Luis Rivera, jumps up and cheers for his teammates. “I gotta make sure my team is supported. It’s the only way we can play as one,” Rivera said.

CATCH FOR ALL Senior Tony Gilotti gives his all to get a touchdown. “I had to make sure I gave my best in my last game,” Gilotti said.

DOWN, SET, HIKE The football players prepare for the next down. “This is the time where I focus before the next play, junior Jack Smith said.

ALL FOR ONE Senior Michael Martinez, secures the ball as the other teammates tackle him. “I had to make sure I had a good grip when I went for the catch,” Martinez said.

RUSH THE FIELD Junior Tyler Brian, rushes the ball as his teammates block their opponents from tackling him. “As soon as I saw an opening, I went straight down the field,” Brian said.

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