The student news site of Yorktown High School

Yorktown Sentry

The student news site of Yorktown High School

Yorktown Sentry

The student news site of Yorktown High School

Yorktown Sentry

Sports

House basketball in Arlington can be very competitive while being fun and enjoyable.

What You Need to Know about House Basketball

Ryan Van Kirk, Sentry Staff Reporter February 8, 2018

Recreational sports are a great way to spend time with friends and compete in a fun atmosphere. They can be a nice change from high school sports teams, where there is practice every day. However, house basketball in Arlington can also be very competitive...

Senior Emily Brooks rigorous work schedule and academic accomplishments have paid off as she has committed to Pomona College.

Athlete of the Month: Emily Brooks

Matthew Cornfield, Sentry Staff Reporter February 8, 2018

Senior star swimmer Emily Brooks’ rigorous work schedule and academic accomplishments have paid off as she has committed to Pomona College. Her leadership out of the water and speed in it are major factors as to why the girl’s swim team has enjoyed...

Senior Michael Muth is currently in his third season with the school golf team.

Golf Team: A New Age of Success

Jack Cline, Sentry Staff Reporter October 26, 2017

Over the past four seasons, the Yorktown golf team has evolved into a state and regional contender. With the help of a new freshmen and sophomore class, the team is held in high regard across Northern Virginia schools. With a bright future ahead, the...

Tanner Wall celebrates Coach Hansons 250th win.

Athlete of the Month: Tanner Wall

Chris Rita, Sentry Staff Reporter October 26, 2017

Senior and multi-sport athlete Tanner Wall has been enjoying a great beginning to the school year both in and out of classes. Wall is a talented baseball player, but it is his skills on the football field that have made his name a popular one around the...

Sarah Bloomquist will be playing lacrosse for the University of Chicago.

Patriot Athletes Already Committed to College

Charlie Finn, Sentry Staff Reporter October 26, 2017

As with every year, seniors are gearing up for college. Some, however, have decided to take a path less traveled. A few of these individuals include Cat Vaccaro, Melanie Hanclich, Kate Cressey, Gillian Schiffer and Sarah Bloomquist. All of these athletes...

Kyrie Irvings replacement on the Cleveland Cavaliers, Isaiah Thomas, is injured.

NBA Season Preview

Brian McCarthy, Sentry Staff Reporter October 26, 2017

Over the past few years, the landscape of the National Basketball Association (NBA) has changed dramatically. There has been a rise of “super teams” that contain several superstars. While some argue that this ruins the competitive factor of the league,...

Mary Kate Reicheiter went to states for swimming

Patriots Take States

Caroline Boda, Sentry Staff Reporter March 10, 2017

While the season of winter sports may seem to be slowing down, state competitions are only just beginning. Because of the astounding success of our school’s athletic teams, it is no surprise that such a large number of winter sports qualified to compete...

The Washington basketball and hockey teams have large fan bases

Washington’s Monumental Season

Nick Warnement, Sentry Staff Reporter March 9, 2017

Despite being the capital of the United States, Washington D.C is anything but the capital of championships. Thus, being a Washington sports fan has been a struggle for the past few years. Limited postseason appearances and choking in the playoffs have...

March Madness is a good time to make brackets and bet on teams with your friends

March Madness Preview

Matthew Cornfield, Sentry Staff Reporter March 9, 2017

68 teams make the tournament and only one comes out on top. A college basketball tradition that is beloved by the American people due to the intense and exciting games, many of which end with an upset. Each year brackets are made to try and predict every...

Fans of all kinds of sports look forward to the All Star season

All-Star or One Star?

Caroline Boda, Sentry Staff Reporter February 28, 2017

As we hit the halfway point of many professional sports’ year, the season of all-star games begins. Within just a month of each other, the National Football League (NFL), National Hockey League (NHL) and National Basketball Association (NBA) all host...

Tom Brady is known for his talent in football

Greatness or Grift

Nick Warnement, Sentry Staff Reporter February 15, 2017

Tom Brady, Quarterback of the New England Patriots, is widely regarded as one of the best players in the history of the National Football League (NFL). He has been the face of the league for over a decade, and at 39 years old, he is reaching that time...

Whether you watch for the commercials or the game, everyone gets excited for the Super Bowl

The Calm Before the Storm: Super Bowl Week

Topher Wagner, Sentry Staff Reporter February 15, 2017

After 266 games, thousands of points scored and countless memorable moments, the 2016-2017 National Football League (NFL) season is coming to a close, culminating in Super Bowl LI. At the start of every new season, all 32 teams have different reasons...

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