“‘It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting” (Paulo Coelho). Find your purpose: live authentically, live intensely.” Patty Jasnow “To shamelessly paraphrase Amy Schumer: Be your own fairy godmother. You decide if you are beautiful. You decide if you are strong. You decide your own story.” Beth Dibler “Be ready to encounter obstacles … Read More
By Ryan Deal ’16 The softball team keeps on cruising this postseason, as they have dominated Paint Branch, Howard and Perry Hall by a collective score of 36-1 en route to their fourth straight state semifinals appearance. Sherwood, the top seed in Section II of the 4A North side of the bracket, will take on Leonardtown, the top seed in … Read More
By Morgan Hill ’16 The gymnastics team topped off a perfect season with a first place overall finish at the MCPS County Championship meet on May 5. The Warriors dominated the meet, beating second place team Walter Johnson by nearly 10 points. Since no other counties in Maryland have high school gymnastics programs, the County Championship also served as the … Read More
By Elizabeth Kronlage ’18 After beating Blake 19-5 at home on May 9 in the sectional semifinal and then winning 15- 5away at Springbrook, the varsity girls lacrosse team saw its season come to an end on May 13 in a playoff loss against Howard, losing 16-14. The team enjoyed a great regular season, going 11-1 with the only loss … Read More
By Noah Rosendorf ’17 It’s that time of year again. Olney Days 2015 is this weekend May 16 – May 17, and many events will appeal to all ages. The weekend kicks off with Joe’s Ride and Stride, which is dedicated to all of the families that have lost a child. The day continues with Olney’s Idol contest, in which … Read More
By Tyler Jones ’15 Despite finishing the regular season with a record of 10-5, the Warriors have struggled to win against some of the tough teams. Top-tier teams such as Good Counsel, Paint Branch, Bethesda Chevy-Chase and Gaithersburg have dominated the Warriors this season, outscoring them by a total of 26-8. Against these teams, the Warriors have struggled to get … Read More
By Ben Cooper ’16 Audrey Dimitrew, a 16-year old volleyball player from Virginia, recently made headlines because she and her parents were fed up with her being benched from her club-level team. So they did the most illogical thing possible: they sued. They claimed that the team promised playing time, and instead told Dimitrew that she would not be playing for … Read More
By Dalton Sanchez ’15 The boys’ lacrosse team finished the regular season with a record of 9-5. The Warriors started their season off with win after win against teams such as Blake, Watkins Mill and Paint Branch. The Warriors then faced a streak of powerhouses in late March and early April. Sherwood lost to rival Quince Orchard on March 31 … Read More
By Leo Corman ’15 Many teachers like to think that they know their way around a joke or two. Some actually do, but very few actually have the talent needed to go on tour as a stand-up comedian. Math teacher Kevin Winiarz has this rare ability, and he plans to utilize it for a profit this summer. Winiarz will perform … Read More
By John Sutherland ’16 Students will be pleased to find a redone gym floor with a shiny new design at the center of the gym when they return to Sherwood in the fall. The new gym court will feature a large royal blue “S” in the center of the floor and will have “Sherwood” on the sideline at one end … Read More