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Jackrabbits Hop Back In: From Student to Staff
PACE counselor Connie Loggins. Little do people know that Poly PACE counselor Connie Loggins was once a student here at Poly, under the name Connie Marie Durr. Before graduating with the Class of 1974, Loggins was very involved with Student Commission, serving as an officer for three years. In addition, she was also a member of the track and softball teams, the latter of which she was deemed as MVP. Her initial goal was to be a physical education teacher because of her love for athletics and of her high school mentor, P.E. teacher Linda Ve. After graduating from college, Loggins was hired to be the career college specialist here at Poly, eventually becoming the counselor for the Communications academy and moving on to her current position as PACE counselor. “I love my students and I take pride that my students hold fast to the motto enter to learn and go forth to serve,” said Loggins. Poly was instrumental in helping her to learn how to interact with the world comfortably. Her high school experience showed her how diverse the school was and continues to be, and this is what makes the school a family. “There always has been and will be a strong Poly connection. Poly pride is like no other,” said Loggins.
Campus Security Officer Vuthy Cheav. Vuthy Cheav is currently the Campus Security Officer here on campus. He graduated from Poly in 1992, and his high school career mainly revolved around being a student-athlete, for he was on the volleyball team for three years. He came back to Poly in 1993 to become the volleyball coach and resigned in 2012. On top of his involvement here at Poly, Cheav has also worked as a real estate agent for over ten years. He loved Poly and though it was a great school back when he was a high school student “It’s the best high school in Long Beach,and green and gold are my favorite colors,” said Cheav. The Poly legacy will continue on in his family, for his daughter will be enrolled in the PACE program this coming fall.
Activities Director My Ngoc Nguyen. My Ngoc Nguyen is the new Activities Director at Poly this year. A product of the Class of (date), Nguyen has been involved in Student Commission ever since her high school years. Aside from ASB, Nguyen was also involved with the Vietnamese and Red Cross Clubs and served as the Youth Leader for NCCJ and the student representative for the District. After graduating from UCLA, Nguyen worked as a teacher before coming back to Poly. “I worked at Avalon for 1.5 years until Mr. Carlson became the principal at Poly and Mr. Ashley became the principal at Jordan. At Jordan, I taught Career Math, Geometry, Intermediate Algebra and started AP Statistics. I also coached Badminton, was the Senior Senate Advisor, and Link Crew Teacher. When Mrs. Speir retired last year, I was offered the Activities Director position at Poly,” said Nguyen. Without Poly, Nguyen feels that she would not have access to the opportunities given to her during high school and after graduation. Her favorite memory was back when she was the ASB President. “One time, I came in to the tardy sweep in the morning in the Commission room and Mr. Carlson obnoxiously embarrassed me and exclaimed, ‘Look at our ASB President— tardy! What a role model…’ No one can be perfect,” said Nguyen.
School librarian Pamela Oehlman. Pamela Oehlman is currently the teacher-librarian here at Poly, her high school alma mater. Hailing from the Class of (date), she was actively involved in extracurricular activities both on and off campus. “When I went to Poly the values and pride you have now being a Jackrabbit was central during my years here as well. At that time, there were off-campus clubs… I was a member of one. I was also a member of a service club [called] Caprice. I was a Polyette and active in the drama club. [Everything] was so much fun,” said Oehlman. She chose to become a librarian because the job was different from being a nurse, secretary or teacher, occupations typically reserved for women in 1965. She was able to get the position when the former Poly librarian, Maggie Chandler, retired. “I had been part of the opening staff at Jackie Robinson. I loved it, loved it, but I loved the chance to be part of the Poly family even more. I knew if I didn’t try for the position, it would regret it. I am so glad that I did,” said Oehlman. She believes Poly has truly inspired her to do things differently and to give back. “Poly taught me to try, and then try again. To always give my best effort. I entered to learn and went forth to serve. Thinking about it, it made me a joyful, optimistic person,” said Oehlman.
Campus Security Officer Alton Jerome (AJ) Luke.
Athletic director Rob Shock. A favorite amongst everyone roaming Poly’s halls, Rob Shock is a Poly alumnus with so much pride for his school. Serving as the Dean of Students, Athletic Director, Poly North coordinator, Link Cree Advisor and countless other positions, Shock works extremely hard to make Poly the best school it can be. He cites Poly as the place where he met his biggest inspiration. “I had a teacher named Mrs. Dunn back when I was here, and she helped me step outside what I thought was the only path I had, and she showed me how much I could actually accomplish in life. I was going to just end up going into the service like my father, but she showed me that college was a real option and a reality,” said Shock. Shock keeps this memory in mind when he steps onto the campus. “She believed in me, and I think that’s part of the personality I have now. I like to share her spirit now with what I do,” said Shock. He has been a vital aspect to Poly since 1989. “I came in as a college aide, and continued as a sub all over the district working towards teaching. Then I got a full time position at Poly [and] now I tackle several different jobs here for Poly,” said Shock. When asked what his favorite part about Poly was, he shook his head and chuckled. “It’s hard to say in one phrase. I think the main thing is family. The staff, the students, we’re all a family. It is just a great place to work, and I really take it to heart. It’s tradition, it’s mystique, it’s the generations on Poly, it’s a special place to be. People know Poly all over the place, wherever you travel, and it’s such a special thing to be apart of. I am privileged to be here. It’s not just a job; it’s an experience and a memory every day.” -
Wellness Week 2015
his year, Poly is hosting the second annual Wellness Week from Feb. 23 to 27. These few days help promote awareness for the physical, mental and emotional support of students on and off campus. All students are invited to participate in rallies each day during lunch. Music, performances and fun games are offered. Free workshops are also available to anyone interested; these take place in the Cafeteria Teachers’ Lounge after school. The week concludes with a Health Fair held during lunch on Friday, at which more than twenty clubs will offer free services and prizes to passerby.
Crispin Jay Salapare
Girls Basketball Head Coach Carl Buggs leads a Zumba session of Poly students during Wednesday at lunch.“We really wanted to do Wellness Week to be able to educate students on campus about their well-being,” said KGA advisor Ashley Uyeda.
Wellness Week began when Khmer Girls in Action collaborated with the on-campus nonprofit HealthCorps last year. The events were met with a positive reaction from the school, so this year’s Wellness Week is being executed on a much larger scale. KGA began campaigning last year for a school-based health clinic, eventually getting the approval to establish a wellness clinic at the future Roosevelt Elementary school across the street. It was through a school-wide effort that the KGA, HealthCorps and the MAPS Academy were able to make this week happen.
The special collaboration between these three groups has provided Poly and its students with much-needed support during times of crisis.
“Wellness Week is there to provide students with resources on campus to help them live better lives. Well-being is important because kids are in a transitional period, where a lot of support is needed at that time,” said HealthCorps coordinator Evelyn Rwema.
In addition to Wellness Week, the Care Center and Peer Counseling are services provided for students who need mental and emotional help. All in all, Wellness Week is a very effective way of engaging students to learn more about the opportunities available to them on campus. If there are any health initiatives students want to plan in the future, feel free to reach out to Evelyn Rwema in Room 520.
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Jackrabbits Sign Off: 2015 Signing Day
Ckelana Caesar
University of Louisiana, Monroe
Ckelana Caesar is a proud recruit from Poly who signed with ULM for her soccer skills. She has shown her passion for soccer out on the field alongside her teammates both at the school and club level. “I love my sport because when I’m playing it, nothing else seems to matter. I’m passionate about my sport because there’s nothing better than playing on a field with a group of girls that you would do anything for,” said Caesar. Poly has helped her mature into a better player and has also instilled in her a sense of school pride. “Unlike club soccer, high school soccer is a short, fast season. And within that time you have to build chemistry with people you might have just met that year. Playing soccer with Poly written across your chest is no greater joy,” said Caesar. She is excited to begin a new chapter in her life this coming fall. ”I’m excited to finally get out of Long Beach to get out and explore. I’m excited for all the new experiences, academic challenges, and physical challenges ULM will bring me.”
Sydney Ellis
University of San Francisco
Sydney Ellis is another soccer recruit from Poly prepared to head off to USF this fall. As her favorite pastime and relief of her intense competitive side, soccer has been a lifelong passion for her. “Soccer has been a fun hobby from the beginning. It was usually the way I made friends especially coming to Poly where I really didn’t know anyone. I’m a true competitor so coming to Poly with all the competition helped push me to become better player,” said Ellis. USF fits all Ellis needs to thrive for her next four years. “I chose USF because it gave me an opportunity to leave home but still stay in California. It also wasn’t too small. I love the weather up north and the coach was the right style for the player I am,” said Ellis. With excitement and success in her near future, Ellis is ready to take her skills to the next level. “I’m just excited for the experience of being able to play Division One soccer. I’m also excited to meet new people and experience the beginning stages of life on my own.”
Imani McDonald
California State University, Long Beach
A star soccer player here at Poly, Imani McDonald is ready to advance her skills at CSULB. McDonald has been playing soccer at Poly for her entire high school career and enjoys every minute of it. “I love my sport because it has given me an outlet from every day situations. It’s also been a place for me to meet new people and create friendships that’ll last my lifetime,” said McDonald. She is brimming with school spirit, proudly representing Poly and its soccer program. “It gave me more pride to wear my school’s logo and letters across my chest every chance I get,” said McDonald. Basing her decision on the school’s size, spirit and the quality and competitiveness of its soccer program, McDonald ultimately signed on to play with Long Beach State. She is prepared to take a huge step in her soccer and school career next year. “I am
excited to see what the future has in store for me at Long Beach State athletically as well as academically.”
Johnathan “Chief” Coleman
Bucknell University
Johnathan “Chief” Coleman is a proud water polo recruit from Poly who signed with Bucknell University. Possessing a strong passion for his sport, Coleman feels a sense of peace every time he jumps into the pool. “The water is relaxing, and whether or not I have a bad day, the water will just calm my senses and focus me,” said Coleman. The Poly program is one of many aspects that pushed him even further in his athletic career. “I believe my coaches always challenged me to be the best that I could be when I was doing good or bad reminding me of what I was capable of and not to stop working,” said Coleman. Bucknell seems to be the perfect place for Coleman to spend the next four years of his life. “I wanted to be far from home, be at a college where I could get to know my professors, and [Bucknell is] a top 20 team in the nation,” said Coleman. He cannot wait to gain new connections and see a whole new lifestyle out of his comfort zone.
Cassandra Lew
Sacred Heart University
Cassandra Lew committed with Sacred Heart University for her volleyball skills her junior year. Lew believes that she has gained so much from playing the sport that she loves. “I love volleyball because through it I can do so many things. The sport itself is fun and a great stress reliever, but it’s also a way for me to meet new people, go to a great school among other things,” said Lew. Through her progress in both her school and club teams, Lew found that Sacred Heart was a great fit for her. “Sacred Heart filled all of my school requirements. I wanted to go to a D1 school that had a good volleyball program. I also wanted to be able to explore somewhere new and Sacred Heart being only an hour away from New York City was the perfect place for me to do that,” said Lew. With much anticipation and excitement, Lew is ready to dive into a whole new athletic experience. “I’m excited to put on that Sacred Heart jersey and show those East Coast players how Cali kids play volleyball.”
Izak Epstein
Yale University
Izak Epstein is one of the twenty-five students at Poly who formally signed with their college of choice the first week of February. Epstein, a rower, will be attending Yale University this coming fall. His love of rowing stems from its competitiveness. “I love rowing because you are surrounded with people that will do whatever it takes to be the best,” said Epstein. He chose Yale because he felt that it had a big impact on him as a whole. “After all my official visits, the only place that I truly felt sad leaving was Yale, and that told me where I wanted to spend the next 4 years,” said Epstein, whose future is looking very bright. “Academics and social life aside, I am looking forward to rowing at Yale because rowing isn’t too popular on the West Coast but in the Ivy League it’s pretty much the only sport these schools are good at, so it will be fun to be a more valued [player] on campus.”
Erin Williams
Loyola Marymount University
Erin Williams is a volleyball extraordinaire who recently signed with Loyola Marymount University. She believes that Poly helped to strengthen her love for volleyball even further. “The support Poly gives me in our games made me love the sport even more and helped me get better at my game.” Williams loves volleyball because she likes how competitive and cutthroat the sport is. She plays not only at the school level, but also with her traveling club team. She is looking forward to college life and being independent in the near future. “I’m excited to be on my own and become more independent.”
Selena Cuara
California State University, Los Angeles
Selena Cuara has been playing soccer for almost a decade and has grown fond of it over the years, recently committing to CSULA for this coming fall. “Soccer is really fun because there’s a lot of competition and talent,” said Cuara. She states that the recruitment process began when the CSULA coach came to watch her at a game, in which she scored three goals. Her stellar performance impressed the coach, for she is now gearing up to be a Golden Eagle this fall. Cuara chose CSULA because of its acclaimed criminal justice and forensic science programs. “I’m really excited to be a part of [these] programs and to continue playing soccer.”
Clare Leonard
Amherst College
Clare Leonard is a swimmer who recently signed with Amherst College, a private liberal arts institution in Massachusetts. She enjoys being on her school and club swim teams because the sport is something she excels at. “I’ve never really been good at anything on land. Swimming
is something that I feel good about and that helps me stay fit, and that I can do for the rest of my life,” said Leonard. She chose Amherst based on academics but believes that it will also be a great opportunity for her to make new experiences. “I’m really excited to go to the other side of the country and experience something different from Southern California. I am also excited to learn in such an outstanding academic environment, and to be a part of the swim team there. Everyone I met at Amherst seemed so enthusiastic about their studies and their sports.”
Kanya Bell
San Jose State University
Kanya Bell is a football player who recently signed with San Jose State this past week. Bell is dedicated to football and believes it is a sport that can give him something in return. “I think football can get me far in life and it’s something I enjoy playing,” said Bell. On top of the support that Poly gives, Bell believes Poly has truly shaped him into an amazing athlete. “Poly is always on top of things and it is always pushing me to my limit,” said Bell. He is most excited for college life in the future. “I’m looking forward to the experience and opportunity to live my life.”
Johnnie Rucker
Sacramento State University
Johnnie Rucker will be playing football for Sacramento State University this coming fall. “Out of the two offers I had, I felt Sacramento State was the best fit for me,” said Rucker. “I’m really excited for the whole college lifestyle.” Rucker is a member of the esteemed Poly football program, which has amassed numerous awards throughout his high school career. When asked how the school influenced his experience with sports, he said that Poly was the reason for much of his success on the high school stage. “I can’t imagine [my] life without football. Poly is the best school for sports. That alone made me a better player.”
Jordan Dallas
Weber State University
Another key player on Poly’s award-winning basketball team, Jordan Dallas is signed on to attend Weber State University this fall. He is currently ranked 37th in the nation on the MaxPreps website. Standing at a tall six-foot nine, Dallas is very excited for the opportunity to play collegiate basketball, for he has high aspirations in the future. “Weber State was the best fit for me. In a year or so, I think I could be a big time player,” said Dallas. The super-shot blocker is grateful for the Poly basketball program because it helped him develop a good work ethic. “Poly taught me hard work pays off,” said Dallas.
Paul Estrada
Utah Valley University
Paul Estrada will be taking his baseball skills further at Utah Valley University this coming fall. When he was making the decision, Estrada stressed the importance of going out of state for his undergraduate studies. “I wanted to experience life away from home a different state and a good scholarship. Those are some of the reasons I chose UVU,” said Estrada. He attributes much of his success to his family. “The support from my parents and family has really boosted my self- esteem and it has kept me going ever since I have started playing the sport,” said Estrada. Looking forward to his future, Estrada plans on playing all four years at Utah Valley, hoping to make it to the draft soon afterwards.
Joseph Wicker
Arizona State University
Long Beach Poly’s defensive end Joseph “JoJo” Wicker recently announced his commitment to Arizona State University this coming fall. His long and hard work on the Poly football team is a testament to his love and loyalty to the sport, seeing as he played for all his four years. All his hard work and dedication has now paid off. Wicker’s decision in choosing ASU was based on the great experience he had on his official campus visit. The positive vibes of the school also persuaded Wicker to considering becoming a Sun Devil. ”I’m excited to leave high school and start college,” said Wicker.
Iman Marshall
University of Southern California
One of the most sought-after recruits in the nation, cornerback Iman “Biggie” Marshall ultimately decided to carry on his football career at the University of Southern California, receiving offers from schools like Stanford, UCLA and Florida State. Football has instilled key morals and values in Marshall. He believes that Poly gave him the experience to play with wonderful people and be a part of an accomplished program. “I’m more excited to play football at the college level and [for] everything it has to offer for me,” said Marshall. Look forward to seeing him in the NFL Draft in the near future.
Chris Taliu
Lindenwood University
Long Beach Poly’s offensive linemen Chris Taliu officially announced his commitment to Lindenwood University in the state of Missouri. Many were under the impression that his commitment would be for a football scholarship, but much to everyone’s surprise, he was recruited for rugby, being the first Poly student to do so. Rugby has had a huge impact on his Samoan culture and it gives his family something to be proud of. The mentality and pride that Poly has gives Taliu a competitive edge when he plays. Lindenwood is currently in the top ten schools for rugby and it offers a great variety of programs. Taliu is most excited to use college as a way to spark change in his family and set the trajectory for his bright future.
Kimball Leituala
California State University, Long Beach
Staying close to home, Kimball Leituala has decided to follow through with his passion for volleyball at Long Beach State. Originally from Western Samoa, his favorite sport has always been volleyball, for it is one that is commonly associated with Samoan culture. His commitment to CSULB was an easy decision for Kimball because one of his main requirements was to stay
close to home. He is extremely excited to go off to college and perform at a higher level, improving upon his volleyball skills as a 49’er this fall.
Omari Lyles
Humboldt State University
Long Beach Poly’s inside linebacker Omari Lyles has made a name for himself on the high school level and is looking forward to improving his skills at Humboldt State University this coming fall. His love for football is not for the high-status and glamour, but for the life lessons that experienced coaches and multiple games that helped shape him into a respectable young man. Lyles’s interest in football was strengthened by the traditions of the Poly football program. The Poly tradition was taught to him by his dad, who is was part of the Class of 1985. He is most excited to take his skills to the next level and compete with other talented athletes at Humboldt State, but he is also looking forward to representing Poly at the collegiate level.
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Jackrabbits Find Their Beat
Senior Orion Sundstrom playing the drums. 
Senior Marcos Mena performs at one of his gigs. 
The Calithos Quartet performs at the Renaissance Hotel. 
Junior Tyler Cleaveland’s new album. Sam Ross
Though classically trained, Ross hopes to leave his mark in the jazz world as an innovative pianist.
Sam Ross is a jazz pianist who has played for a large majority of his life. Classically trained since he was nine, Ross was first exposed to jazz here at Poly. After playing jazz music with fellow Poly musicians under teacher Chris Stevens, Sam didn’t look back. “Jazz is my main thing. I feel I can express myself in ways that other genres [of music] haven’t done for me.” said Ross.
Sam is also very dedicated to music. “I would say that 75% of my life is music: playing, practicing, and listening to it,” said Ross.
Although Sam is an adept solo pianist, most of the gigs he does are with friends. “My favorite musical memories have to be playing the Gardenia Jazz Festival with the Poly Jazz Combo 1 last year in front of thousands, booking a concert in Bixby Knolls in front of 300, or playing at the Seabird Jazz Jam with Chris Stevens, Barry Cogert, and Dave Moody,” said Ross.
Sam’s musical expertise is reflected in his personal taste in music. “A lot of people hear mainstream commercial jazz, most of which has this ‘samey’ quality. There’s a lot more depth to the jazz genre than the masses are aware of,” said Ross. Some of Sam’s musical idols are Ray Charles, Oscar Peterson, and King Missile. His favorite song is ‘I Wish’ by Stevie Wonder.
Sam plans to keep performing and playing jazz into his college career. “I’m not sure what the future has in store for me but I know I’ll still be playing jazz,” said Ross.
Marcos Mena
Influenced by Jimi Hendrix and an awkward show on New Year’s Eve, Mena wants to become the next big thing.
Marcos Mena is everything musical plus more. Playing any sub genre of rock (such as surf, indie, alternative, etc.) and mastering the guitar, bass, and drums, this senior at Poly is all over the Long Beach music scene. Since age five, Mena has always had a strong passion for music. His influences include the legendary Jimi Hendrix and local musicians he has encountered. After playing countless shows with many bands and musicians in Long Beach, he has grown to love the experience of composing and playing his own music. “Performing live is great because you can influence other people’s emotions, [and] the power you have to make someone else feel things words could not make them feel is immense,” said Mena. With several successful shows under his belt, Mena often recalls his first show, a performance with a rock band, which didn’t turn out at all as planned. “I played in a backyard on New Years Eve in 8th grade and it was god-awful. Although I was initially upset, it became my favorite moment because [it] taught me that music is a life long journey that requires patience and hard work,” said Mena. His hard work is definitely paying off. He is currently a part of Fashion Party, a band he started with fellow Poly students Evan Schaid and Andrew Schenker. With songs already recorded in their home studio, the band plans to take it to the next level in late December and record songs in a professional studio for wide release. Fashion Party is also setting up many shows for next year with bands associated with Burger Records, and is searching for a spot on the Insidelands lineup, a small indie rock festival in Los Angeles. “It’s going to be a great year and I can’t wait,” said Mena. Marcos Mena’s music experience has been a riveting one, and with so much more excitement and success on the way.
Tyler Cleaveland
Commonly known as Cavalier, Cleaveland is taking Soundcloud by storm through his upbeat music.
Tyler Cleaveland is taking the music industry by storm as the face behind Cavalier Beats. His interest began in the second grade when he first took piano lessons, and his passion has only grown since then. Cleaveland began to take his music seriously in 2014 after many pleas by his friends to pursue making music. “I loved it, but it was only this year that I started making music because I got a positive reaction from [my music],” said Cleaveland. His entry into the music world marked the beginning of a successful career; in the span of a few months, his popularity has grown tremendously. He has over fourteen thousand followers on his Soundcloud and has been the subject of many interviews. “It’s surprising… it all kind of happened very quickly,” said Cleaveland. His favorite genres include trap, future bass, and electronic, and his favorite artists include Kanye West and Cashmere Cat. Cleaveland says he receives the most support from his friends. “They have been supportive of me and they have encouraged me to take my music further,” said Cleaveland. He recently released a new EP called Pietà, which includes six tracks and multiple collaborations. With his growing success, Cleaveland is poised to make his mark in the music industry soon.
Calithos Quartet
A budding instrumental quartet of junior hopes to explore the realm of classical music.
Hidden among the indie rock groups and performers on Poly’s campus is the Calithos Quartet. With all members currently enrolled in the PACE Academy, one could imagine the busy schedule that its members have to battle through on a typical week. Even so, its four members, juniors Timothy White, Lizzy Robinet, Sofia Salcedo, and Erin Osman still manage to find a way to fit in three hours of practice per week, seamlessly collaborating on new pieces. With Robinet and Osman playing the violin, White playing with a viola, and Salcedo playing the cello, these four juniors make up this classical music quartet formed during their freshman year. Calithos Quartet, a name White says was quickly thrown together, is working towards being able to play multiple recitals and perform their own pieces in the future. They are well on their way to achieving their goals, seeing as they have already performed at the Renaissance Hotel, Ranchos Los Cerritos, the Museum of Latin American Art, and for prospective Long Beach Poly ninth graders at Poly’s Choice Night. In fact, the talented group of juniors is in the midst of arranging a performance as a featured group in the lobby of the Long Beach Symphony. The Calithos Quartet is among many popular musician groups on campus, but it is one of the only classical groups, making them stand out distinctly from the crowd. According to White, the group’s favorite piece to play together is the American String Quartet by Dvorak. As one, the quartet is juggling instrumental concerts along with gigs in the area. Look out for the Calithos Quartet and get ready to hear more about these four musicians!
Orion Sundstrom
A diehard fan of The Foo Fighters, Sundstrom wants to take his band, Vox Amoris, to new heights.
As the drummer of a band with several songs and two EPs released, Orion Sundstrom is one of the many successful musicians at Poly. Growing up with a guitar-playing brother, Sundstrom took up the drums in 3rd grade, and his music career took off from there. Loving his “good ol’ rock” genre, he cites The Foo Fighters and Bloc Party as his main influences. “Whenever I see anything involving Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters, I get really pumped up about playing music,” said Sundstrom. He loves playing music because he loves listening to music: ”Playing gives you a chance to create what you would want to hear,” said Sundstrom. “Plus it’s just fun.” Sundstrom is currently the drummer of Vox Amoris, a Long Beach band with his older brother Alex and his friend Johnathan Eastly, both of whom were former Poly students. Vox Amoris has two EPs already recorded and released on iTunes, a big accomplishment for the band. “I remember sitting in the studio and listening to our new recordings for the first time… it was definitely a proud moment,” said Sundstrom. Vox Amoris also performs in local venues. Playing some random friendly shows around Long Beach in between recording in the studio is right where this Poly senior/band member wants to be. “I have some pretty great memories of just playing in front of people. You can feel when they are really into it and it makes everything awesome,” said Sundstrom. His band Vox Amoris intends to hit the studio once again to try and record a full length album. “We have over 40 songs that we love playing but haven’t gotten the chance to record, so hopefully that takes place in the near future,” said Sundstrom. rion Sundstrom’s career in music has been stimulating and successful, and it has no intentions of slowing down.
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Waterpolo Struggles to Stay Afloat
Boys water polo has gotten off to a rough start, losing all three games since their first game on September 3 against Corona Santiago.
Monday, September 22, the team traveled to Irvine for their game against the Vaqs. Yet again the boys start off the game already trailing by two at the end of the first quarter. During the second quarter, the boys add two goals to the scoreboard, but are not able to hold back the Vaqs who scored three goals on the Jackrabbits. The boys are able to score four more goals in the remaining 16 minutes but still are not able to catch up, losing to Irvine with a final score of 10-6.
On September 15 the boys had a game against Fountain Valley. Right off the bat the boys were off to a rough start, ending the first quarter with a three point deficit, 6-3. Unable to push through Fountain Valley’s defense, the boys were only able to add one more goal to the scoreboard, making it 8-4 at halftime. As the game closed the boys picked up their game, scoring 6 goals in the last 16 minutes of the game, but still were unable to catch up to their opponents, losing with a close score of 13-10.
The boys visited Corona Santiago for their first official pre-season game on Wednesday September 3. The boys were able to keep up with Corona for the first 8 minutes of the game, finishing the first quarter with a tied score of 3-3. At half time, the boys were only behind 3-2, but by the end of the third quarter were trailing behind 14-8. Unfortunately the boys were not able to bounce back during the fourth quarter only scoring one more goal, and eventually losing to Corona with a final score of 16-9.
For the last three games, senior team caption Justin Jarvis has leads the scoreboard with a total of seven goals, followed by sophomore Mathias Pettersson with four, and junior Brody Wells with three.
