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Here’s to my teachers

Matthew Yam June 1, 2018

In the next few weeks, we’ll all be celebrated for the accomplishment of getting through Harvard-Westlake and praised for all our hard work. Before I indulge in my own awesomeness, I have to acknowledge...

Illustration by Sam Ko/Chronicle

Sports Roundup: NBA Semi-Finals

Matthew Yam May 12, 2018

Welcome to Sports Roundup. This series will offers analysis of professional sports from members of the Chronicle Sports staff. Four teams remain standing in the NBA playoffs: The Boston Celtics and Cleveland...

Illustration by Sam Ko/Chronicle

Sports Roundup: NBA edition

Matthew Yam April 28, 2018

Welcome to the first issue of Sports Roundup. This series will offer analysis of professional sports from members of the Chronicle Sports staff. With the NBA playoffs in full swing, two panel members...

Seasoned Seniors

Seasoned Seniors

Matthew Yam February 22, 2018

First of all, I’d like to thank the opinion editor for offering me this spot in our wonderful publication. This is my first column as a second semester senior, so it is, in essence, recreational writing....

Henry Sanderson ’20 receives and controls a
pass downfield in a 3-0 victory against St. Francis last season.  Photo Credit: Pavan Tauh/Chronicle

Young team hopes to succeed with new offensive approach

Matthew Yam January 11, 2018

After a first round exit in last year’s CIF playoffs, the boys’ soccer team is looking to bounce back with aspirations of winning both the Mission league and a CIF title. Second year head coach Kris...

Community Disservice

Community Disservice

Matthew Yam October 13, 2017

A few weeks ago, I was thrust into a Facebook group without my consent. “Harvard-Westlake Community Council” was the title. “Hmm, How uplifting,” I thought. Then I saw the first post: “Hi! I’m...

Director of Maintenance for Athletic Facilities Roberto Hernandez. Photo Credit: Astor Wu/Chronicle.

Maintenance Director saves jogger’s life

Matthew Yam September 10, 2017

Director of maintenance for athletic facilities Roberto Hernandez said his agenda often varies from day to day as he is responsible for ensuring all aspects of the school’s athletic programs are running...

Brittany Hong/Chronicle

An Ode to the grind

Matthew Yam August 30, 2017

First things first, let’s clarify exactly what the phenomenon known as “the grind” is. Whether you acknowledge it or not, you’ve all experienced it. For some, it begins at 2:35 p.m. with the exception...

Liam Douglass ’18 commits to USC

Matthew Yam June 20, 2017

Offensive lineman Liam Douglass '18 committed to attend and play football for the University of Southern California on Monday night. Douglass signed to the Trojans just hours after he was offered, citing...

The boys tennis team celebrates their victory. Printed with permission of Alison Kronenberg.

Boys’ tennis wins CIF-SS DI championship

Matthew Yam May 19, 2017

In a fitting end to a dominant season, the boys’ tennis team defeated Peninsula 10-8 on May 19 to win the CIF-SS DI championship. The CIF-SS DI Finals saw the No. 1 ranked team of Peninsula square off...

The boys size up their opponents before their penultimate match of the season. Credit: Matthew Yam/Chronicle.

Boys’ tennis routs University to advance to CIF-SS DI finals

Matthew Yam May 17, 2017

The squad was calm and collected before the match. Warmups were methodical and precise. The team was laughing and smiling as formal lineups were announced. There was no discernible difference in the intensity...

The Wolverines huddle up and get amped. Printed with permission of Maria Tucker.

Boys’ tennis defeats rival Los Alamitos to advance to CIF semi-finals

Matthew Yam May 15, 2017

The boys’ tennis team served up a clutch victory against bitter rival Los Alamitos 10-8 on May 15 to advance to the CIF-SS DI semi-finals. The match was close for most of the day, with the score tied...

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