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MONDAY WITH MANNY: On air for WGBK, senior Manny Martinez discusses baseball topics on his radio show Colombian Clubhouse which airs on Monday's at 5:30. In addition to WGBK, Martinez also is a part of South's TV program.

Martinez pursues passion for broadcasting with South’s radio and television programs

Susie You, staff reporter
May 16, 2017

As a member of both WGBK and GBS TV, senior Manny Martinez is a familiar voice at South for his recurring appearances in morning announcements and for his frequent radio shows. According to Martinez, his...

Soccer   Stadler:  Blocking her Barrington opponent, sophomore Makayla Stadler defends the Titans in their game against the Broncos on April 13. The Titans were defeated by a score of 2-1

Women’s soccer attributes success to seniors

Sophie Hensley, co-sports editor
April 21, 2017

With a winning record of 5-2, the Women’s soccer team’s ability and chemistry on and off the field is stronger than ever, according to captain and defender Cassidy Price. Price emphasizes the importance...

Mid year art show showcases student creativity

Mid year art show showcases student creativity

Susie You, staff reporter
March 23, 2017

Every year, students who’ve taken an art class at South have the opportunity to showcase their artwork in the GBS mid-year art show, according to art teacher Natalie Ingaunis. Despite hosting the art...

Feminism stigma unwarranted, requires re-framing

Feminism stigma unwarranted, requires re-framing

Sam Casey and Sophie Hensley
March 17, 2017

We are assuming that seeing the word “feminism” in the headline didn’t deter you from starting to read our column. Or maybe even the slightest remark about feminists exasperates you so much that...

Conducting Kaplan: Performing music from the musical, Sweeney Todd, the orchestra for the All State Musical is led by Aaron Kaplan, Glenbrook Symphony Orchestra director. The orchestra contained students from South and schools across Illinois.

South students take part in Illinois All State Musical, Sweeney Todd

Susie You and Gabby Zabat
February 14, 2017

Audience members rush into the auditorium as they wait in anticipation for the gruesome, memorable and historic play. Behind the velvet curtains lie the Illinois All State Musical, Sweeney Todd, as students...

Lunging to avoid a defender, freshman midfielder MJ McNary, dribbles the ball down field during a game against F.W. Parker on Oct. 20.

Field hockey ends year with 12-7 record

Sophie Hensley, co-sports editor
November 4, 2016

The varsity women’s field hockey team, coached by Tom Rosenbaum, ended the season with a record of 12-7, according to Rosenbaum. “It’s not just about the games we won [this season], it’s about...

Miracle makers:   Pointing at freshman Abby Neptun, elves junior Erin Kirby, sophomore Becky Jacobson, freshman Luke Kirby, and junior Marina Madsen dance and joke with Neptun on stage of the fall play Miracle on 34th Street. The play’s storyline follows Kris Kringle, Macy’s hired Santa, who is soon put on trial after claiming he’s the real Santa Claus.

Miracle on 34th Street presents positive message

Emma Morris and Susie You
November 4, 2016

This year’s fall play Miracle on 34th Street took the audience on a journey to belief, according to Director Beth Ann Barber. According to Barber, Miracle on 34th Street was a great introduction to the...

Students explore fashion, promote self expression through clothing

Susie You, staff reporter
October 25, 2016

As students quickly fill up the tables lined with individual sewing machines, they eagerly wait to start the first meeting of Fashion Club. The atmosphere is filled with students who share the same hobby...

Friday night lights: Attempting to intercept the ball, junior Andy Sirakides (#8) jumps along side a St. Patricks runningback on Sept. 10. The Titans lost to St. Patricks by a score of 21-7.

Football starts season off with 0-5 record

Sophie Hensley, co-sports editor
September 30, 2016

The 2016-17 men’s football season started off with a record of 0-5; however, the team’s optimism and chemistry are stronger than ever, according to Brett Borre, senior captain and quarterback. “Other...

TOUGH TOMMY: Attempting to avoid a Maine West defender, senior captain Tommy Hagerty shoots the ball as the shot clock runs out during a game against Maine West on May 5. The Titans beat Maine West by a score of 11-5.

Men’s water polo places second in Sectionals

Sophie Hensley, co-sports editor
May 27, 2016

With an overall record of 27-6, the 2016 Men’s Water Polo team has had a generally successful season with a few setbacks, according to Head Coach David Lieberman. Senior captain Tommy Hagerty acknowledges...

KICKING AND SCREAMING: Following through on a kick, junior Callie Pekosh launches a ball down field during a game against New Trier on April 19. The Titans tied New Trier by a score of 1-1.

Women’s soccer maintains winning record

Sophie Hensley, asst. sports editor
April 22, 2016

The women’s soccer team is halfway through their season with a current record of 8-2, placing in their original sectional for playoffs for the first time since 2007, according to Head Coach Seong Bong...

HUDDLE UP: Listening to new Head Coach Will Jeffery, the men’s lacrosse team receives advice at half-time during a game against Palatine on April 11; the Titans beat Palatine 15-2. Jeffery played lacrosse for GBS, and this is his first year coaching at South.

Men’s lacrosse aims to improve under new head coach

Georgia Arvanitis, co-sports editor
April 22, 2016

In 2015, the men’s lacrosse team ended with a record of 8-9 and are now looking to advance farther in the playoffs, according to senior Ben Herzon. The men currently have a record of 2-5, according...

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