Often Correct But Never Right

By Natalie Murray ’18 The Good Doctor is a Bad Politician As an 8-year-old, I found politics confusing and dull. Now that I’m seven years older, I find politics more interesting, but just as bewildering. For example, two of the top three Republican candidates, Donald Trump and Ben Carson, used to identify as Democrats, yet they’ve earned most of their … Read More

All Sports Created Equal

By Leah Peloff ’17 Fall Fridays here at Sherwood mean one thing for most of the student body: football. We dress in spirit wear at school and come pumped up to support our team in the student section that evening. When, however, does this spirited school activity become overbearing? When do we need to take a step back and ask … Read More

Local News Misses the Mark

By Lexi Matthews ’17 The numbers seem to line up perfectly; with seven hours of it broadcasting daily and 71 percent of Americans tuning in, local stations should be producing some of the most well-informed individuals on earth. Nevertheless, one crucial factor is contributing to quite the opposite: the content. Filled with useful traffic updates, weather coverage and sometimes-exclusive crime stories … Read More

Boys’ Basketball Redeems Themselves After First Loss

By Amanda Allen ’17 The boys’ varsity basketball team began their season on December 4 with a tough loss against Good Counsel by a score of 58 to 31. The Warriors bounced back quickly, however, and have been on a three-game winning streak after beating Damascus 65-49, Watkins Mill 61-50  and Seneca Valley 67-59. Coach Timothy Gilchrist explained to countysportszone.com … Read More

Girls Basketball Bounces Back From Rocky Start

By Nicole Reich ’17 Girls’ varsity basketball team started their season off with two tough losses. On December 4, the Warriors faced Good Counsel, who is ranked 20 th in the nation. Outmatched against a team loaded with college recruited players, the Warriors lost 82-16. The Warriors then took on Damascus, who had previously knocked off a highly touted Paint … Read More