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Paddling in sync, Souths rowing team passes the Ashland Avenue bridge on the Chicago River during practice.

Girls’ crew’s commitment increases in second season

Sofia Snyder, sports editor
November 12, 2018

By the time the bell rings at 8:00 am, the girls’ crew team has already had practice out on the water for two hours. Practices take place every morning from 5:30 am to 7:30 am, but according to sophomore...

Blocking the Niles North defense, the Titans protect sophomore Zack Herndon (22) as he attempts to score a touchdown. The team played Niles North for their homecoming game on Sept. 21 and won by a score of 41-0.

Football looks to make playoff run

Sofia Snyder, co-sports editor
September 28, 2018

njury, South’s football team has relied on sophomores and juniors to lead the team, according to Senior Center John Travlos. As they continue to recover and return to the field, Head Coach Dave Schoenwetter...

Icarus successfully exposes Russian doping scandal

Sofia Snyder, co-sports editor
April 20, 2018

In Greek Mythology, Icarus was trying to escape with his father from Crete by making wings out of wax and feathers. As he began to fly, Icarus would show off his escape by flying over people who watched...

National Autism Awareness Month promotes inclusivity at South

National Autism Awareness Month promotes inclusivity at South

Leah Dunne and Sofia Snyder, co-editor-in-chief and co sports editor
April 20, 2018

1 out of sixty eight. This is how many children in the United States have autism spectrum disorder, according to Autism Speaks. In order to spread awareness about autism, the month of April as well as...

Conspiracy theories gain traction through media

Conspiracy theories gain traction through media

Ava Mazzei and Sofia Snyder
March 16, 2018

In 1969, Americans celebrated Neil Armstrong’s first steps on the moon; however, according to space.com, roughly seven percent of Americans believe that NASA faked the moon landing. Through different...

Coming up to take a breath, senior Nick Shectman competed against Highland Park on Feb 3. The meet was the Titan’s senior night, where the team honored the graduating senior class.

Men’s swim dives into post-season

Sofia Snyder, co-sports editor
February 9, 2018

As a team composed of mostly underclassmen, the South swim team looks forward to the end of the season, hoping to return to state in the top 10, according to head coach Keith MacDonald. Losing several...

Titans Go Global

Sophie Vick and Sofia Snyder
February 9, 2018

Alex Ladan  Senior Alex Ladan got to  compete in Finland for rhythmic gymnastics during her sophomore year. According to Ladan, her coach wanted her team to experience international competition. Going...

Leading the pack, alumni Brian Hansen competes to qualify for the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea. This will be Hansens second time being a member of Team USA.

South Olympians

Sophie Vick and Sofia Snyder
February 9, 2018

Brian Hansen    Returning for his third Winter Olympic games, South class of 2009 alum Brian Hansen will be competing in long distance speed-skating in Pyeongchang, South Korea. The 1,500 meter...

Titan of the Month

Titan of the Month

Sofia Snyder, co-sports editor
November 10, 2017

   Titan of the Month is a Q&A based on athletes nominated by the Oracle’s sports editors and voted on by South students.    Conor Nash, senior middle linebacker, played for the South football...

Graphic by Rachel Nwia

Community reacts to student protests

Sofia Snyder, co-sports editor
November 10, 2017

After members of the marching band and cheerleading squad knelt during the national anthem at the home football game on Sept. 28, anonymous community members have reached out to the school in reaction...

GBS football player makes contact with a player from the opposing team. Neither necessarily sustained a concussion from this play.

The impact of the concussion concern: the toll it takes on teams and players

Eliza Schloss, Sofia Snyder, and
November 10, 2017

Football leagues are taking a hard hit. As information on the long-term effects of concussions has come to light, participation in Chicagoland football programs has been on the decline, according to Geoff...

“Dear Evan Hansen” tackles teen issues

Sofia Snyder, co-sports editor
October 6, 2017

“Dear Evan Hansen, today is going to be a great day and here’s why…” is the pep talk Evan Hansen gives himself everyday to help him get through senior year. It’s also the message that helps...

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