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Committed senior athletes pose for a picture at signing day, wearing their respective college apparel. They took photos with family, friends and audience members after the ceremony.

Student athletes sign off to future in ceremony

by Emma Milner, Co-Sports Editor May 3, 2023

Nine seniors were honored by the upper school athletic department during the college signing ceremony in the Zhang Gymnasium at 12:45 p.m. on April 25.  Upper School Athletic Director Dan Molin started...

“Soccer shapes my personality, not holding back any effort you have. Through club, Ive learned about having self-confidence. Playing amongst people who are UCLA commits — it could be intimidating, but you just need to play to your own strengths. [I’ve also learned how to be] patient and encouraging with those who have never played soccer before,” Lexi Wong (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Team-builder, playmaker

by Felix Chen, Asst. News Editor February 27, 2023

“Focused,” “driven” and “tenacious” are just a few ways teammates describe Lexi Wong (12) on the soccer field. Yet, behind the fierce competitive spirit she displays in game is an understanding...

Seniors Emily Novikov 
and Lexi Wong pose together wearing their 
respective college commitment sweatshirts. “The biggest piece of advice I’d give is to not be afraid to reach out to coaches,” Emily said. “What do you have to lose by sending an email?”

Student athletes talk college sports recruiting

by Gabe Sachse, Reporter October 11, 2022

As the upper school’s fall sports season kicks off, several athletes in the senior class, who have dedicated their high school years to their sport, push their athletic journey forward — past high...

Kalyn Su (12) jostles with an Eastside defender for the ball. The team emerged victorious 6-0 at the end of the game, which is their second to last of the season.

Varsity girls soccer team slams Eastside College Prep 6-0

by Ella Yee and Kinnera Mulam January 25, 2022

The varsity girls soccer team beat Eastside College Prep 6-0 in a home game on Friday, improving their record to 11-0.  The Eagles jumped out to a fast start, with midfielder Lexi Wong (11) scoring...

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