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To provide a home for their three egg-laying hens, Imogen Rogers' ('22) father built a well supplied chicken coop for their backyard.

Cracking the shell on chicken coops

Matthew Carter, AVT Editor-in-Chief April 15, 2022

There are all sorts of home improvements to make your life better, and one that's often overlooked is owning a chicken coop. Many students and teachers at Amador are owners of these birds, and many have...

Eating fruits and playing sports are both great ways to maintain physical health.

Tips for staying healthy in college and beyond

Sarah Yang, Infographics Editor-in-Chief April 14, 2022

Senioritis season has arrived. As many seniors are committing to colleges for the coming fall, it is indeed exciting; however it is important to stay healthy as teens learn independence. Besides just...

Crystals range in all different shapes, colors, and sizes. They are not only sold at stores but also on various tables at street fairs.

The craze behind crystals

Giuliana Barthel, Staff Writer April 14, 2022

Recent trends in pop culture have revealed that crystals are used as more than just rocks from the ground. Pew Research Center found that 42% of all adults from the U.S. believe that “spiritual energy...

Basketball is taking a step towards inclusivity on and off the TV screen.

Asian representation in the NBA: Growing inclusivity in sports

Kazuya Yasui, Staff Writer April 14, 2022

In the past, there have been a number of notable Asian Americans in professional basketball. Names such as Yao Ming or Jeremy Lin are the first to come to mind. However compared to others, Asians have...

The Gamecocks defeated the Huskies 64-49 to win the national championship on April 3, 2022. Aliyah Boston, who averaged 16.8 PPG and 15.2 RPG during March Madness, was named the Most Outstanding Player.

South Carolina Gamecocks defeat UCONN Huskies to win Women’s National Championship

Joseph Chiu, Staff Writer April 8, 2022

After 145 days of Women’s College Basketball, the South Carolina Gamecocks were named NCAA Women’s Basketball Champions after they defeated the Connecticut Huskies 64-49 on April 3, 2022. The national...

The Amador campus has several water fountains specially designed for easily refilling water bottles as well as grabbing a quick drink of water.

How water contributes to a healthy lifestyle

Ritika Ghosh and Julianna Diwa March 31, 2022

Humans can't exist without water. Water is most important not only for survival, but it also assists us in our daily activities. Staying hydrated is important for students, as it offers several advantages. “If...

Kiana Lum has been training on the team since she was a freshman, and has found ways to improve every year.

Kiana Lum (’22) breaks Amador Girls Long Jump record

Matthew Carter, AVT EIC March 31, 2022

Senior Kiana Lum (‘22) recently broke not just her personal record, but the all-time school record for the girls long jump with a distance of 17’ 2.5”.  'I got 17’ 2.5” inches and the previous...

The A's rebuild has begun yet again and more players could still be on the move.

A’s fans unhappy about team trading away its stars

Evan Garber, Staff Writer March 31, 2022

Now that the lockout has ended and the offseason can continue as normal, the Oakland A’s have started their fire sale once again, trading away Matt Olson, Matt Chapman, and Chris Bassitt. They have...

Colin Wallace(‘22) prepares for the next play.

How Boys Lacrosse manages with a smaller team

Imogen Rogers, Infographics EIC March 29, 2022

The Amador Boys Lacrosse season is in full swing, however  the roster numbers make for small teams with few substitutes. “COVID has definitely factored into the smaller numbers this year alongside...

Athletic trainer Diana Hasenpflug tapes up a track athlete’s shin and evaluates for a further shin splint.

How athletic injuries are treated at Amador

Joseph Chiu March 29, 2022

“Injuries are part of the game,” said many athletes like former NFL star Troy Vincent and NBA all-star Damian Lillard. Similar to the professionals, injuries are suffered and overcome on a daily basis...

Luke Melvin ('23) and Nate Clinton ('23) dash to block the Gaels from scoring.

AV Boys Volleyball works their way to first in the league

Thomas Kim, AVT Editor March 29, 2022

Amador Valley’s Boys Volleyball has exceeded their early expectations, as they have bounced to a first place standing in EBAL with wins over powerhouse teams.  “As a whole we have a very hungry...

The Paralympics highlight people's skill in sports, despite their disability.

The importance of the Paralympics

Katy Clark, AVT Editor March 23, 2022

Last week on March 13th, the Paralympics held their closing ceremony in Beijing China, bringing an end to the latest Paralympic events. The Paralympics, held after the Olympics, occur every two years and...

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