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History of the Los Angeles Dodgers By Dylan Cocunubo April 15, 2025
A Major League Baseball team known for its rich history, the L.A. Dodgers have made numerous contributions to the sport, and built a passionate fan base. Founded in 1883 as the Brooklyn Grays, but were soon known by many other names like Grays, Atlantics, Bridegrooms, Grooms, Superbas, and Robins. After they moved to Los Angeles in 1958, they'd won seven World Series championships, and 24 National League pennants. Their first World Series championship in 1955 was as the Brooklyn Dodgers, and their most recent championships are in 2020 and 2025.
Dodger Stadium opened in 1962 when Walter O'Malley became president of the organization, who would maintain that position for twenty years. Under his administration, the Dodgers won many league titles in the 1950s. They lost in the World Series many times to the Yankees, yet won it all in 1955. Despite the frustrations, the group had some good players who became known as the "Boys of Summer," including Jackie Robinson, Pee Wee Reese, Roy Campanella, Gil Hodges, Carl Furillo, Don Newcombe, Carl Erskine, Jim Gilliam, Duke Snider, Preacher Roe and Clem Labine.
Ticket prices for Los Angeles Dodgers games can vary widely based on several factors, including the opponent, day of the week, seat location in the stadium, and whether the game is part of a special event or promotion. Upper deck seats typically range from $10 to $30. Lower deck seats range from $30 to $100. And the best premium seats can range from $100 to several thousand dollars, especially for seats near the field or in luxury boxes. World Series tickets recently reached $15,000 during their 2025 championship.
World Series championships
Members of the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1954
One of the best to play: MVP Shohei Ohtani
Walter O'Malley
Los Angeles Dodgers ticket
The Grand Entrance Performing “Not Like Us" A Patriotic Moment
Kendrick Lamar Super Bowl Review
By Brandon Garcia April 18, 2025
Kendrick Lamar, known as one of the best rappers of our generation recently performed at this year’s Super Bowl halftime show. His performance was one of the greatest and most hyped halftime shows ever. Kendrick’s performance excited the music world, showing the deep meaning of music. Some say it was decent and didn't deserve the excitement it got. Although some may have different opinions, Kendrick Lamar’s performance was top tier. He gave meaning to his music with big social ideas and big spectacle, even bringing SZA out to perform alongside him. Many people were excited to hear two of the most popular musicians of our generation perform at the Super Bowl halftime show. Even though she may have not performed many songs, she still made fans cheer with all their heart for her.
Many critics all across the world said Kendrick’s performance was the greatest Super Bowl halftime show. Pitchfork stated, “The halftime show was a 13-minute performance. It was a blend of hip-hop, politics, and storytelling, with critics praising its artistry and some finding it polarizing due to its unconventional approach.” This breaks down exactly the meanings and themes of the halftime show. The songs chosen were performed to reflect his journey, his connection to his culture, and to provoke thought rather than just entertain. These songs had deeper meanings; they showed how far he's made it in the music industry and life.
The Super Bowl halftime show is one of the most popular live sports shows in America. Many iconic artists have graced the Super Bowl halftime stage, including Micheal Jackson, U2, Prince, Madonna, Lady Gaga, and Rihanna. To perform at the halftime show is an honor, and Kendrick’s popularity and talent for music certainly makes him honorable to perform. Lamar’s music definitely lives up to the hype, even though some may say his music is “overrated.” Kendrick responded with new music to even make some haters become fans of his music.
Lamar has gained lots of popularity after releasing his new album GNX and a few huge songs like “Not Like Us.” Kendrick Lamar's career has been very successful, but with his recent songs, he has certainly received a lot of popularity and will continue to succeed in his career.
Pelé
Diego Maradona
Lionel Messi
Cristiano Ronaldo
Zinedine Zidane
Johan Cruyff
Michel Platini
Ronaldinho Gaucho
Franz Beckenbauer
Alfredo Di Stéfano
The 10 Best Footballers of All Time
The 10 Best Footballers of All Time
By Dylan Lozano December 12, 2024
1. Pelé (Brazil)
1. Pelé (Brazil)
Main titles:
World Cup: 3 times (1958, 1962, 1970)
Copa América: 1 time (1959)
Olympic Games: Gold Medal (1958)
Copa Libertadores: 2 times (1962, 1963)
National titles (Brazil): Various titles with Santos and the New York Cosmos.
Pelé is widely considered the greatest soccer player of all time for his global impact and technical ability.
2. Diego Maradona (Argentina)
2. Diego Maradona (Argentina)
Main titles:
World Cup: 1 time (1986)
Copa América: 1 time (1993)
Serie A Championship (Italy): 2 times with Napoli (1987, 1990)
UEFA Cup: 1 time with Napoli (1989)
Silver Medal in the Olympic Games: 1996 (as coach)
Maradona is famous for his unique talent and his historic performance in the 1986 World Cup.
3. Lionel Messi (Argentina)
3. Lionel Messi (Argentina)
Main titles:
World Cup: 1 time (2022)
Copa América: 1 time (2021)
Olympic Medal: 1 time (gold in 2008)
UEFA Champions League: 4 times with Barcelona (2006, 2009, 2011, 2015)
La Liga: 10 times with Barcelona
Copa del Rey: 7 times with Barcelona
Messi is recognized for his technical skill, vision of the game and consistency throughout his long career.
4. Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal)
4. Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal)
Main titles:
Euro Cup: 1 time (2016)
UEFA Nations League: 1 time (2019)
UEFA Champions League: 5 times (2008, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018)
Premier League: 3 times (2007, 2008, 2009)
La Liga: 2 times (2012, 2017)
Serie A: 2 times (2019, 2020)
Under-21 Euro Cup: 1 time (2004)
With incredible longevity and a dominant playing style, Ronaldo is considered one of the most complete and successful footballers.
5. Zinedine Zidane (France)
5. Zinedine Zidane (France)
Main titles:
World Cup: 1 time (1998)
Euro Cup: 1 time (2000)
UEFA Champions League: 1 time with Real Madrid (2002)
Intercontinental Cup: 2 times (1998, 2002)
La Liga: 1 time with Real Madrid (2003)
Zidane is remembered for his good game on the field, and also for his role as a successful coach at Real Madrid.
6. Johan Cruyff (Netherlands)
6. Johan Cruyff (Netherlands)
Main titles:
La Liga: 1 time with Barcelona (1974)
European Cup (current Champions League): 3 times with Ajax (1971, 1972, 1973)
World Cup: Did not win, but was a finalist in 1974 with the Netherlands
Cruyff was one of the greatest exponents of "total football" and an influential coach after his playing career.
7. Michel Platini (France)
7. Michel Platini (France)
Main titles:
Euro Cup: 1 time (1984)
European Cup: 1 time with Juventus (1985)
Serie A: 1 time with Juventus (1986)
Intercontinental Cup: 1 time (1985)
Platini was one of the most prominent figures in European football in the 80s and a warrior in the midfield.
8. Ronaldinho (Brazil)
8. Ronaldinho (Brazil)
Main titles:
World Cup: 1 time (2002)
Copa América: 2 times (1999, 2005)
Libertadores: 1 time with Barcelona (2006)
UEFA Champions League: 1 time with Barcelona (2006)
Ronaldinho is known for his magic on the field and his ability to delight fans with his creativity.
9. Franz Beckenbauer (Germany)
9. Franz Beckenbauer (Germany)
Main titles:
World Cup: 1 time as a player (1974) and 1 time as a coach (1990)
Euro Cup: 1 time (1972)
Champions League: 3 times (1974, 1975, 1976 with Bayern Munich)
Bundesliga: 5 times with Bayern Munich
“”Beckenbauer is one of the best defenders in history and a pioneer of the "libero.””
10. Alfredo Di Stéfano (Argentina/España)
10. Alfredo Di Stéfano (Argentina/España)
Main titles:
European Cup (Champions League): 5 times with Real Madrid (1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960)
La Liga: 8 times with Real Madrid
Intercontinental Cup: 1 time (1960)
He was a footballer ahead of his time, who combined physicality, technique, tactics and mentality in a way that few have achieved in the history of football.
FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona
By Brandon Garcia December 12, 2024
Futbol Club Barcelonais famously known as FC Barcelona or Barca. Barcelona is a professional soccer club founded on November 29, 1899 based in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. They compete in La Liga, the top Spanish league. Barcelona is one of the most famous soccer clubs in the world by holding 77 trophies, including: 27 La Liga, 31 Copa del Rey, 14 Supercopa de España, 3 Copa Eva Duarte and 2 Copa de La Liga titles.They are a record holder for the 4 latter competitions, winning more of these titles than any other team. The club has become a symbol of Catalan and Catalanism culture, hence their motto: “Més que un club,” Meaning “More than a club.”
Back on October 22, 1899, Swiss Hans Gamper placed an advertisement in Los Deportes declaring his wish to form a football club. A ; a positive response resulted in a meeting at the Gimnasio Solé on 29 November 29th. Eleven players attended:- Walter Wild (also known as the first president of the club,) Luis de Ossó, Bartomeu Terradas, Otto Kunzle, Otto Maier, Enric Ducal, Pere Cobalt, Carles Puyol, Joseph Llobet, John Parsons, William Parsons, and so FootBall Club Barcelona was born.
Barcelona is the third most valuable club in the world, worth over 5.6 billion, and the world's fourth richest club in terms of overall revenue. They also have won three Fifa Club World Cups. Barcelona was ranked first in the International Federation of Football History and Statistics’ Club world ranking in 1997, 2009, 2011, 2012, and 2015. They occupy the ninth position in the UEFA club rankings as of May 2023. The club has a long standing rivalry with Real Madrid, and these matches against each other are known as El Clássico.
Barcelona players have won a joint record of twelve Ballon d´Or awards, with recipients including Johan Cruyff, as well as a record of six Fifa World Player of the Year awards. Other winners including Romario de Souza Fario, Ronaldo Nazario, Rivaldo Vitor Borba, Ronaldinho, and Lionel Messi. In 2010, three players who came through the clubs youth academy were Lionel Messi, Andrés Iniesta, and Xavi.All were eventually chosen as the three best players in the world in the Ballon d'Or ranking, an unprecedented feat for players from the same football academy. Additionally, players representing the club have won a record of eight European Golden Shoe awards.
Speech and Debate
Speech and Debate
By Vivienne Tran April 12, 2024
Speech and Debate is one of the clubs here at Edgewood and will be an official elective next year. The club is run by Ms. Crawford who is also an English teacher. Students in Speech and Debate practice their public-speaking skills with either an argumentative speech or a monologue. They perform those speeches at contests against many other schools. It was stated by many Speech and Debate members that Speech and Debate has helped them overcome their fear of public speaking and to get along with their peers.
Seventh grader Dexin Kong said, “Speech and Debate is a club here at Edgewood where students become a part of the biggest interscholastic speech and debate organization in the United States. It's a competitive club that allows students to hone their public speaking skills and learn invaluable lessons in life." Dexin further explained , “Speech and Debate means to me an activity in which I can improve my public-speaking skills, learn how to communicate with people better, and spend valuable time with my friends. It's a club that teaches me how to use my voice to express my opinions and emotions.” Dexin joined Speech and Debate just this year and has already benefited from it. She’s gotten to know her peers better and made new friends. Speech and Debate has also helped her better communicate with her friends and family. Dexin has said, “Speech and Debate is what has strengthened my relationship with many of my classmates and what has led me to form new bonds and meet new people. It has helped me better communicate with my friends and family.”
Seventh grader Marisol González is also in the Speech and Debate club. She said, "Speech and Debate has taught me how to voice my opinion and not be afraid to speak in front of people.” Marisol has also just joined Speech and Debate this year. “I chose to join Speech and Debate because I thought that it would be a good place to help me get better at public speaking so that I can find it natural to me." Speech and Debate has built up her confidence and helped her voice her opinion. Her first year in Speech and Debate has already helped her overcome her fear of public speaking.
If you are interested in joining Speech and Debate, here is some information from the members, Marisol and Dexin. Marisol said, “Speech and Debate is a wonderful program that provides you with the opportunity to voice your opinion and speak in front of people. It is not only fun but also gives new experiences and valuable life lessons." And Dexin added, “Speech and Debate is such a fun program that will get you so far. Although it may seem difficult and challenging, you will be immensely rewarded for all the effort and practice you put in."
Speech and Debate team posing with their trophies
Speech and debate flyer.
EMS Track
EMS Track
By Abigail Mendoza April 18, 2024
Our Wildcat track program at Edgewood Middle School is an afterschool sport, where the students go to two different schools to compete against other schools, such as Hollencrest, Walnut Grove, and San Jose. These schools compete at Mt. San Antonio College and West Covina High School. The annual track meet this year will be held at the West Covina High School track field on May 21. This year, over one hundred students participated during this track season. They are talented, energetic, and enthusiastic. Seventh grader Jayla Pena said, “I wanted to show my racing skills to everyone else.” Another seventh grader Destiny Amaya said, “I joined track because I wanted to challenge myself with different sports.”
One of our starring wildcats is Jayla Pena, who received three 1st place medals last year when competing against Hollencrest, Walnut Grove, and San Jose Charter at West Covina High School. She said about that historic day, “I felt really proud of myself because I thought I was not going to win anything, and I did not know I could challenge myself like that.”
The students get to participate in eight events. There are three field events: the shot put, junior javelin throw, and the long jump. There are two relay events: the 4 x 100-meter relay, and the 5 x 400-meter relay. There are three individual races: the 400-meter, 800-meter, and 100-meter dashes. Edgewood holds the district record in several of these events. Edgewood also plans to have a preliminary track meet at the end of April here at Edgewood.
The coaches are Coach Christina Sagarminaga and Coach Kathy Jackson. Coach Christina was an award-winning high school track star and has coached the EMS Middle School Team for three years. Coach Jackson has coached the program for ten years since 2014.
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