By Kaleia Morningstar

It was right before Labor day weekend when Mrs.Lowery-French and Mrs.Larking decided to be the coral team coaches. And it was just a little later that Mrs.Robertson and Ms.Clark agreed to coach the teal team. All of the coaches were glad that they coached this year’s Powder Puff teams. 

Coach Larking admitted to feeling a little nervous in the beginning. Despite her lack of experience in flag football, players said her coaching was exceptional! “I was afraid I would let the kids down - that I wouldn't know how to teach it well. As we started practicing, I felt better.” 

Differing a little from Mrs. Larking, Coach Lowery-French had a little more experience. She played Powder Puff when she was a student at Galileo, and commented on being excited to experience the coach side of the game. 

Due to their guidance and teaching, the coral team was ready to deliver their best performance during this game. 

The coaches of the teal team also taught their players tips and tricks that prepared their players. 

The preparation for the game was a little complicated for each team. The teal team wanted to practice more, but were not able to, and some players were a little let down. The team lost a few chances to prepare for the game, however most players mentioned feeling well prepared. 

The coral team had the issue of players not showing up to practices. When game day was close to approaching, more players showed up to practice and that eased the team's minds. 

Expectations of how the game would turn out were mixed. Many students expressed how they had their hopes on the teal team to win, due to their more experienced players. While some others said that the coral team had equally experienced players. The word was that most people were expecting the teal team to win, but the coral team had a few supporters that were rooting them on.

When the game day came, feelings were skyrocketing. The audience was thrilled to see how the game would go. Many teachers commented on how both teams were equally good and expressed their excitement on how the game would turn out.

As the two teams were getting more prepared, it was getting closer to kickoff. Mrs. Murphy and the Beta club members were getting everyone else hyped. 

During the game, this energy only carried throughout. The players were going against one another with so much effort. 

The teal team made many interceptions and weaved between players. While the coral team made passes and scored several touchdowns. 

The teal team players mentioned a lack of communication on the field. They believed that if there was a bit more communication that their plays would come out perfect. 

The coral team expressed their stress during huddles. Coaches were trying to listen to everyone, which was a little difficult in such a high pressure environment. 

When both teams were on the field, the audience could see the talent and effort shine through the players. Coral team players, Marriana Escobar and Lucero Rodriguez, sneakily pulled flags. When asked what she would remember most from the day, Lucero said, "The feeling of taking their flags, it was so great to be the one to stop plays.”

One of the teal team’s quarter back, Jessie Arthur, was very proud when she threw the ball to Shealyn Steel to get a touchdown. And when Shealyn succeeded, the teal team was ecstatic. 

The ending results of game surprised many. Not only did they conflict with the expectations but they also comforted the underdogs: the coral team. The coral team won with 14-20 being the final score! 

The teal team was just as excited for their coral team peers to win. Both teams showed good sportsmanship, especially after the game when the two teams shook hands and “good game” was all you could hear. 

The game went smoothly and everyone agreed that it was a memorable and fun experience. Despite wishing some things were different, all the players did their best and had a great time. 

This year’s Powder Puff will definitely be one to remember! Congratulations to both teams and thank you for giving us such an entertaining game. 

By Nayeli Rivera Diaz

With Powder Puff coming up, the Coral team has been working hard during practices while also having fun and building connections. Players and coaches are excited to get on the field and compete.

One of the Coral coaches, Mrs. Lowery, who played Powder Puff in high school, said she was excited to experience the game from the coaching side. She said her favorite moments have been seeing the girls have fun and encourage each other. She also believes the game will be competitive because both teams have strong players.

The other coach, Ms. Larking, decided to coach because she thought it would be fun and wanted to make sure the students could have the game. She said practices have been enjoyable, especially seeing the girls have fun and improve their skills. For her, simply being willing to go out and compete is already a win.

Kaleia Morningstar decided to play Powder Puff because she wanted to become more involved during her final year of high school and try something she had been hesitant to do before. Although she was a little nervous before her first practice, she quickly found that she enjoyed getting to know her teammates.

For players like Ava, Powder Puff is also about the people. Ava said her favorite part of practicing has been the connections she has made with others. Her biggest challenge has been staying calm and not getting nervous about the game.

As game day approaches, the Coral team is looking forward to putting their skills to the test. While the coaches aren't focused on predicting a winner, they agree that the experience, competition and fun are what make Powder Puff worth playing. Will they win? Will they lose? Will it end in a tie? Who knowssssssssssssssssssssssss? 

By Jayden Allen

Powder Puff for Galileo is around the corner, with the Coral and Teal teams going head-to-head. 

The coaches of the Teal team are Coach Robertson and Coach Clark, and they both plan to win this year, with Robertson coming up with different strategies and scenarios during practice to help their team make sure they will win this year. 

They both signed up to become coaches to get to know their students more by helping and teaching them with something they enjoy. Both coaches and the players of the Teal team have expressed how well practice has been going for the team. 

Player Shealynn Steele said, “I see a lot of communication and teamwork which is a good sign.” 

The teal team has players who are experienced in flag football and other sports, with also returning players from previous years of Powder Puff. The teal team is working hard during their practices to make sure they can win this year, and they are willing to show everyone their hard work and progress with their performance during the game. 

Players of the teal team trust that their coaches can help them when needed, especially during tough moments in the game. 

The game is October 2nd. Be ready to come down and support the teal team and watch them win.