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The Student News Site of Saint Xavier High School

Xavier News

The Student News Site of Saint Xavier High School

Xavier News

Freshman Survival Guide by Class of 25

Freshman Survival Guide by Class of ’25

Reece Sutton, Staff Writer May 20, 2022
The transition from eighth grade to freshman year is is undoubtedly an enormous and often overwhelming experience. Leaving a small, tight-knit middle school for the vast halls of St. X is a momentous change of pace. Who better to give advice on the subject than the freshman class of ’25, who just made it through this exact experience.
Tennis Mid-Season Review

Tennis Mid-Season Review

Reece Sutton and Sam Carr May 4, 2022
The tiger tennis team’s season is well underway and there have been some great things to take away so far. The team is currently 12-2, both losses being to McCallie, from Tennessee, and so far the team is undefeated in the state of Kentucky. They also came in second in the Chattanooga Rotary Tournament (2 draws and 3 back draws).
Xavier News: By the Numbers

Xavier News: By the Numbers

Reece Sutton, Staff Writer April 27, 2022
The Xavier News brand has grown exponentially since its birth—the most significant progress seen within the 2021-2022 school year. As of late, the site numbers have been at an all-time high.
The Post: St. Xs Perfect Pizza Place

The Post: St. X’s Perfect Pizza Place

Reece Sutton, Staff Writer April 11, 2022
I firmly believe that the Post has some of the best pizza in Louisville. Found conveniently in Germantown, this pizza place is a mere four minutes from our very own St. X, they open four on weekdays, and a slice of pepperoni pizza will only run you four dollars. Now I ask you, what exactly is stopping you from killing a little time after school, and heading straight to the Post for a giant slice of New York style, thin-crust pizza.
Estes and Haara Score 36 on ACT

Estes and Haara Score 36 on ACT

Reece Sutton, Staff Writer March 29, 2022
“Take a breath when you can’t find the answer. Staying relaxed and focused is extremely important to preventing mindless mistakes,” said Estes. “Sleep is extremely important for this. Sometimes as high school students, I feel like we forget what it feels like mentally to get nine hours and be at the top of our game.”
Tiger Baseball: Building For June

Tiger Baseball: Building For June

Sam Carr and Reece Sutton March 15, 2022
"We've won it before with less talent, but great chemistry, and we've lost at State in the past with more talent but questionable chemistry. If we can put all the pieces together, this 2022 team has the potential to be great. A lot more hard work and time will tell," Coach Porta said.
The Cats Comeback to March Madness

The Cats Comeback to March Madness

Reece Sutton, Staff Writer March 11, 2022
As the big month of March has arrived, the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament is soon to begin. Coming off of one of the absolute worst seasons in Kentucky basketball history and an absence from March Madness, us Wildcat fans have been itching for a redemption season. With a current record of 23-6 and a ranking of 7th, this team has already blown the team of last year out of the water. The team has obvious stars and fan favorites in Oscar Tshiebwe, a dominant rebounder, defender, and offensive force, TyTy Washington, elite shooting guard and point scorer, and Kellan Grady, three point specialist.
Over The Phone Podcast by Jac Cain

Over The Phone Podcast by Jac Cain

Reece Sutton, Staff Writer February 28, 2022
For many around the world, the pandemic was a time for trying as many new things as possible while confined to our own homes. For Jac Cain, Junior at St. X, this meant beginning his own podcast: Over the Phone. While he had little to no experience at the beginning, he now has over 20 episodes and Cain is not aiming to stop soon.
Burge Wins 2022 Poetry Out Loud

Burge Wins 2022 Poetry Out Loud

Reece Sutton, Staff Writer February 4, 2022
Monday, Jan. 31 marked the grand return of the Poetry Out Loud final competition to Saint Xavier High School. During the long year of adjusting to school life amidst the pandemic, there was a one-year hiatus from the competition held in 2020 where Kevin Sokol came out victorious. The school-wide winner of this year’s competition is sophomore Josh Burge.
Fall Signing Day

Fall Signing Day

Reece Sutton, Staff Writer November 11, 2021
The signing day is a celebration of the accomplishments of these athletes throughout their high school careers and an official recognition of their most recent achievement.
The Sneaker Scene: Real and Fake

The Sneaker Scene: Real and Fake

Reece Sutton, Staff Writer November 1, 2021
The new age of technology has ushered in a world of online shopping, and even if you did venture out to a local store, the chances are slim that they have the exact size and pair you are searching for.
Class of 24 Builds Brotherhood at Tiger Strong

Class of ’24 Builds Brotherhood at Tiger Strong

Reece Sutton, Staff Writer September 29, 2021
As the world began opening up again, Coach Glaser, our Director of Activities, felt that it was unfair for these sophomores to be deprived of their Tiger Blast.
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