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The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

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The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

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Zachary Meyers

Zachary Meyers, Managing Editor

Zachary Meyers is a senior at WJ. This is his second year on the pitch, last year he served as an online sports editor and this year he is a managing editor. He plays for the WJ golf and enjoys watching all sports. He hopes to have another great year on the pitch.

All content by Zachary Meyers
Senior Chris Dorrer chases down a loose puck. The team lost 4-3 but rebounded in their rematch against Wooton with a 3-3 draw

Winter sports in review

Arturo Alipio, Ethan Oyeniyi, Elana Renbaum, Ben Files, Zachary Meyers and Isaac Snow
February 14, 2020
The Ice Cats are gaining momentum heading into the second half of their season.

WJ hockey rolling into second half of season

Zachary Meyers and Isaac Snow
January 28, 2020
Sophomore Justin Davids has been a key part of the team this year, even as an underclassmen. The future of WJ hockey looks bright.

Hockey hits first stride

Isaac Snow and Zachary Meyers
December 6, 2019
Washington Nationals route to first World Series

Washington Nationals route to first World Series

Zachary Meyers, Managing Editor
October 23, 2019
Students pay close attention as Mandel talks about his early childhood horrors in the Holocaust.

Holocaust survivor Manny Mandel visits WJ

Zachary Meyers, Sports Editor
June 13, 2019
The seniors celebrate their senior night against Poolesville to close out the regular season. The Wildcats won the game 5-2, pitching a no-hitter in the process.

WJ baseball season comes to a close

Zachary Meyers, Sports Editor
May 21, 2019
The Capitals won their first ever Stanley Cup last June. However, after an incident last night the cup is no longer in their possession.

Capitals lose Stanley Cup trophy to robbery!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Zachary Meyers, Sports Editor
April 1, 2019
Last years Cinderella team, UMBC, visits Maryland governor Larry Hogan after becoming the first 16 seed to beat a one seed when they took down the University of Virginia 74-54.

March Madness sleepers: the teams you should be watching

Zachary Meyers, Sports Editor
March 20, 2019
Mike Locksley is the new head coach for Maryland Football.

Mike Locksley brings new spirit to Maryland football

Zachary Meyers, Sports Editor
March 15, 2019
Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski answers questions at media day before super bowl 49. At this years media day, it was widespread that Gronk wouldn’t answer questions about his possible retirement.

Should Rob Gronkowski retire?

Zachary Meyers, Sports Editor
February 27, 2019
Freshman goalie Joseph Lawrence prepares for a shot in a game against Richard Montgomery on January 11, 2019. The Ice Cats won the game 5-3 with Lawrence saving 38 of the 41 shots in the game.

Freshman standout Joseph Lawrence stars

Zachary Meyers, Sports Editor
February 8, 2019
Former Borussia Dortmund winger Christian Pulisic trains with Dortmund first team during a team practice. Starting next season, Pulisic will train in Blue and White at Chelsea F.C.

Christian Pulisic transfers to Chelsea F.C.

Zachary Meyers, Sports Editor
January 22, 2019
Junior defenseman Michael Greene starts an attack during a game against Richard Montgomery. The Ice Cats won the game 4-0 to cap off the 2017-2018 season.

Ice Cats mid-season review

Zachary Meyers, Sports Editor
January 11, 2019
It’s a packed house at Spectrum Stadium as the fans of UCF gather for another exciting game. The Knights won the game 45-14 against Pittsburgh extending their winning streak to 17 games.

Does UCF deserve a shot?

Zachary Meyers, Sports Editor
January 2, 2019
Junior Quinn Mulligan warms up for the game against BCC with a skate around. Mulligan had one goal and three assists for a game high four points, leading the Icecats to a 6-5 victory over rival BCC.

Athlete of the issue: Icecats’ Mulligan excels

Zachary Meyers and Matt Shea
November 30, 2018
Boys cross country prepares for the county championship with a pre-race pep talk. The boys ended up in fifth place behind Northwood, Paint Branch, Wotton and Whitman on the cold rainy day.

Cross Country look to improve heading into states

Zachary Meyers, Sports Editor
November 9, 2018
U-20 US Mens National Team striker and Walter Johnson alumnus Jeremy Ebobisse looks for a pass during an international friendly against Costa Rica. The US won 4-0.

Sports profile Q&A with alumnus Jeremy Ebobisse

Zachary Meyers, Sports Editor
October 26, 2018
Walter Johnson football celebrates Coach Larry Hurd Jr.’s career win 100, with a win over Springbrook High School, by a score of 50-10. The Wildcats look to continue their early season success against Richard Montgomery this Friday. Photo courtesy of WJ Athletics.

WJ football coach picks up 100th career win

Zachary Meyers, Sports Editor
September 28, 2018
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