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After a school-spirit filled homecoming parade, The Wolves prepared to tackle their long awaited homecoming game against Canoga Park.

Homecoming Heroes: The Wolves clinch a homecoming win

By Isabel Valles, Athletics Editor • Oct 20, 2024
After demolishing the Reseda High School Regents with a score of 38-0, the Wolves faced Canoga Park High School at home for the homecoming game, ultimately winning 49-20.
VNHS football team getting into position and facing Reseda in the second quarter.

Blowout victory: Wolves leave the Reseda Regents scoreless

By Isabel Valles and Natalie Herrera • Oct 14, 2024
After an incredible 36-30 win against San Fernando High School during their previous game, the Wolves went against Reseda High School at home.
Ready, Set, Tackle! (From L to R) Players William Sizemore, Oscar Urias, and Taner Sungur get into position as they get ready to steal the ball from the Fulton Jaguars.

Disastrous debut: Football loses first home game of the season

By Isabel Valles, Athletics Editor • Sep 19, 2024
The boys football team played their home season opener against the Fulton High School Jaguars on Sept. 13, ultimately losing 23-14.
LIVE: Varsity football vs. Fulton Jaguars

LIVE: Varsity football vs. Fulton Jaguars

By Isabel Valles, Athletics Editor • Sep 13, 2024

Where: Van Nuys High Football Field Date: Friday, Sept.13, 2024 Time: 4 p.m. Head-to-head: It's Friday the Thirteenth and the Wolves are hoping that their opponents are the victims of both bad luck...

Even though they're disappointing, cancellations happen, making fans and players alike often feel like they’re left in a lurch, especially at the last minute. But maintaining the integrity of the sport and the well-being of the athletes is the first priority — usually — when such a decision is made.

Why are games canceled?

By Isabel Valles, Athletics Editor • Sep 4, 2024
The preseason varsity football game between the Wolves and Sotomayor Wildcats was canceled, leaving some players and fans disappointed. Understanding why this happens — whether it's due to player eligibility issues, extreme weather conditions, communication errors, or strategic decisions by teams — can help everyone better prepare for and cope with such situations when they inevitably happen.
The football team put up a tough fight but were walloped 60-14 by the Hollywood High School Sheiks in a home game on Sept. 4 before the four-day Labor Day weekend. The offensive team meets the stiff Sheik defense as they try to gain yardage.

Football team brutally destroyed by Hollywood Sheiks

By Isabel Valles, Athletics Editor • Sep 7, 2023
The football team played Hollywood High School on Thursday Aug. 31, and suffered a disastrous defeat, losing 60-14.
The Wolves football team lost their first away game of the season to Verdugo Hills, 55-7. Varsity players Abraham Cejas (L) and Hector Gonzalez pose on the quad before practice. "The loss is in the past already," Gonzalez said. "The only way to keep our head up is just to realize that we have practice on Monday." The team faces Hollywood High in a home game on Aug. 31.

Football team loses their first away game of the season

By Isabel Valles, Athletics Editor • Aug 28, 2023
The football team was crushed 55-7 by the Verdugo Hills Dons last Friday in a tragic loss.
David Terzian (#17) helps hold up the defense line and tackles a Regent before they can advance their position. Their effective defense throughout the game allowed the Wolves to keep the Regents from scoring continuously.

The Wolves reign over the Regents and secure a homecoming win

By Beverly Regino, Creative Director • Oct 17, 2022
FOOTBALL | On Friday, Oct. 14, the Wolves plays the Reseda Regents during the homecoming game, securing their second win of the season with an end score of 16-30.
Senior Gideon Dela Torre (#22) gets taken down after receiving the ball, making the Wolves lose their previous progress.

The Golden Cougars claw down the Wolves

By Jaden Gervacio, Staff • Sep 21, 2022
FOOTBALL | The wolves played the Kennedy Cougars, but lost with a score of 8-52 on Sept. 16 at a home game.
The Wolves shutout the Sheiks; first win in five seasons

The Wolves shutout the Sheiks; first win in five seasons

By Emely Arevalo, Staff Writer • Sep 13, 2022
FOOTBALL | The varsity football team won their first game in 3 years against the Hollywood Sheiks with a score of 7-0 on Sept. 9 at an away game. 
The Wolves go against the Toreadors on Friday, Aug 26. While the Wolves lost with a 35-0, their valiant effort, determination and teamwork showcased throughout the entire game gives the crowd hope for the rest of the season compared to last year’s starting game with Taft.

Wolves see red after being shut out by Taft

By Samantha Ramos, Photo Editor • Aug 29, 2022
FOOTBALL | The Wolves start their season off with a loss against Taft with a 35-0 on Aug 26.
Tom Brady, an iconic part of the NFL for over two decades, ended his career in Tampa Bay.

The dynasty of Tom Brady draws to a close

By Kyrillos Mina, Staff Writer • Feb 17, 2022
It’s no argument that Brady is the greatest football player of all time. After 22 seasons in the league, he has made the decision to hang up his pads and retire. 
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