The Pitch

The Falcons bring out the broom against the Bulldogs

Jordan Oliver-Roa, Cub Buisness Manager
March 16, 2023

On Tuesday, March 14, the Falcons took on the San Rafael Bulldogs in men’s volleyball. During the home game, the Falcons soared over the Bulldogs, making a quick three-to-zero set, and sweeping the Bulldogs.

When the team’s seniors graduated last year, the Falcons struggled to restructure without their experienced leaders....

Falcons baseball falls to Hawks in early season rematch

Jackson Gaunt, Cub Print Assistant Sports Editor
March 6, 2023

On Friday, March 3, Archie Williams Varsity baseball faced off against Tamalpais High School at Archie Williams. The Hawks came into the game with a 1-3 record, while the Falcons were hoping for their first win after starting out 0-2. Earlier in the week on Wednesday, the Falcons lost to the Hawks 0-16.

In the first inning,...

Varsity basketball senior night ends with unfortunate losses

Willy Finley, Cub Print Assistant Photography Editor
February 8, 2023

On Thursday, Feb. 2, boys and girls varsity basketball took on the San Marin Mustangs on the Falcons’ senior night. San Marin’s boys and girls both entered the match as heavy favorites.

A surge from the Falcon’s offense allowed the girls to jump to an early 9-0 lead. The Mustangs began to close the gap but the Falcons...

Branson Bulls trample Falcons

Willy Finley, Cub Print Assistant Photography Editor
January 29, 2023

On Tuesday, Jan. 24, the Archie Williams varsity boys basketball team faced Branson High School in the Falcons’ home gym. The Bulls entered the game as the clear favorite with a perfect MCAL record of 11-0, while the Falcons looked to improve their 5-6 record. While the Falcons played hard the entire game, the Bulls crushed the Falcons 70-32.

Girls Varsity soccer looks to secure playoff berth after draw with Branson

Carolyn Morris, Cub Print Copy Editor
January 26, 2023

Archie Williams girls varsity soccer tied Branson 0-0 on Saturday, Jan. 21, to keep their MCAL playoff hopes alive. The Falcons (8-2-8), playing on their home field, currently hold fourth place in the Marin County Athletic League (MCAL), meanwhile Branson (12-0-4) is undefeated this season and in first place.

Branson came...

What does it mean to be a Bleach Boy?

Carolyn Morris and Jackson Oliver-Roa
December 5, 2022

After tryouts on October 31, the start of November marks the Archie Williams’ Boys Varsity soccer team annual hair-bleaching. A tradition of now 30 years, bleaching has become a call sign of a team that is among the top in the county. With strong brotherhood and camaraderie, the Bleach Boys are a close-knit family on and off the pitch.

Falcons drown Giants, clinching MCAL championship

Jackson Gaunt, Cub Print Assistant Sports Editor
November 6, 2022

On October 29, the Archie Williams girls varsity water polo team squared up with Redwood High School, competing for an MCAL championship at the Tamalpais High School pool. The Falcons (The 28 best in the country) defeated Marin Catholic in the semi-finals, while the Giants, (The 27 best in the country) beat Monte Vista High School. Both the Falcons and the Giants had...

Giants sink Falcons in frustrating tournament loss

Jackson Gaunt, Cub Print Assistant Sports Editor
November 6, 2022

On October 29, the Archie Williams boys varsity water polo team matched up against Redwood High School at Tamalpais High School to compete for the MCAL title. The Giants, being the 20 best team in the country, were favored over the Falcons (the 41 best in the country) to win.

In the first quarter,

The Falcons scrape together a victory against the Tam Hawks

Carolyn Morris, Cub Print Copy Editor
October 26, 2022

On Monday, Oct. 17, Archie Williams girls varsity water polo made a splash at Tamalpais High School. The battle between the Falcons and the Hawks led to a 6-4 victory for Archie Williams, who remain undefeated in the Marin County Athletic League (MCAL). With an overall record of 15-4 and MCAL record sitting at 7-0, the Falcons are comfortably tied for first in standings...

Falcons Volleyball in high spirits despite Senior Night loss

Jack Evans, Cub Print Student Voice Editor
October 20, 2022

On Friday, Oct. 14, Falcons varsity girls volleyball took on the Marin Catholic Wildcats for Senior Night in the gym. The night started with several speeches from juniors dedicated to seniors as part of the traditional ceremony. The game ended less ceremoniously, as the Wildcats tore their way through three sets for the win.

Falcons dive into action against Mustangs

Leonardo Olivotti, Reporter
October 17, 2022

On Thursday, Oct. 13, the varsity AWHS Falcons dove into their home pool to face off against the San Marin Mustangs. The Falcons maintained their winning streak, leaving the pool with a score of 6-2.

The Falcons soared through the first quarter, showing great defensive skill. Junior Lucas Silva

Students experience ups and downs of college recruiting process

Ethan Frankel, Cub Sports Editor
October 12, 2022

The college recruiting process is a pivotal period for many high school athletes. It is the time when college coaches scout for athletes with promising talent and extend offers for high school athletes to play their sport at the next level. The process is challenging and extensive for athletes and their families. Some athletes never receive offers. But for the handful...

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