The Clippers varsity football team looked to get their first win at on September 26 against their crosstown school rival, Edmondson-Westside High School. The game took place at Patterson.
“We just look to be physical today, and play our game of football the way we know how to and go out and get a win”, said DL/OL Machi Thompson before the game.
The game started a bit slow, with both teams’ running and passing games failing to rack up points. In the second half, both teams picked up the pace, with the Clippers scoring two passing touchdowns and Edmondson rushing for a touchdown.
Photo: Quaron Walker-Bey
The game almost got a little ugly when the referees and coaches didn’t agree on certain calls on the sideline, while on the field the tension between the players started to rise as the stakes of the game had gotten higher and higher as the game went on.
At this point, in the 2nd half of the game, the Clippers and the Red Storm traded blow after blow. There was a span of plays on the drives where the Clippers made a big play then turned the ball over to the Red Storm, and then the Red Storm made a big play and fumbled the ball. The game was so competitive that it went into overtime. Edmondson started with the ball in overtime until the Clippers received the ball back. The Clippers ended the overtime with a touchdown, giving them their first win of the season.
“We just played our game the way we know how, trusted our coaches and each other, and listened to our coaches, and we came out with our first win today”, said Thompson after the game.
The final score was 20-14 as the Clippers claimed their first victory of the season.
Patterson scores against the Douglass Mighty Ducks (Photo: Vema Maneno)
by Vema Maneno — with files from Yastelin Sanchez Turcios and Dasha Peraza Sandoval
The Patterson boys soccer team has been defending their City Championship from last year, and so far they have done so without a loss. The Clippers have started their season with seven wins, no losses, and one hard fought tie against City.
Last year the team had an incredible season but fell short in the Regional Final, losing in the final minutes to Poly. However, despite losing nine seniors last season, the team has picked up where they left off.
“We have tried to build a culture of family and teamwork,” Coach Ober said. “The results usually follow once we have connected on a personal level with each other and built chemistry.”
Patterson is the most diverse school in Baltimore City Public Schools, and the soccer team is no different. The starting 11 players in the first game of the season had players representing seven different countries, including South Sudan, Honduras, El Salvador, United States, Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Tanzania.
When you have players from so many backgrounds and experiences, who speak different languages, it is a challenge to build communication and a team identity, but it is something Coach Ober loves.
“The diversity of the team is truly beautiful,” he said. “Getting to know people from all over the world and seeing them connect and build friendships is far more valuable than anything we do on the field. Soccer is the most powerful sport to connect people and I see it year after year. It is their common language.”
The team has to put a lot of effort into preparing for the games.
“I try to build their confidence and help them learn their positioning. We work a lot with positioning drills so they can learn it easier. I also get them to operate as a team so that they can help each other.”
Photos: Vema Maneno, Mabondo Biribuza, Yastelin Sanchez Turcios, Dasha Peraza Sandoval, and Mr. Frederick
Coach Ober believes that it’s important for his players to be successful both on the field and in the classroom.
“Every day we practice and we have study hall once a week. We watch films at times as well during study hall.”
Communication is also important for the team.
“The only errors we ever have are communication errors, like communicating with the coach when you are going to miss practice. Other than that we do not have many issues or errors.”, said Coach Ober.
Coach Ober shouted out the best players that did exceptionally well so far this season.
“Tim has scored the most for us so far most likely. Offensively, Daniel and Joseph have been doing a great job, and Joel, Victor, Yeyson, Martin, and Vema are doing great on defense. Everyone on the team plays an important role and helps the team win.”
On October 15, the Varsity team clinched back-to-back City Championships with a 3-2 double overtime win over Poly. After being down 2-0 with 15 minutes to go, the team rallied behind goals from Tiem Kuiy and Daniel Gutierrez to send the game into overtime.
With only 31 seconds to go in double overtime (which would have ended the game in a tie and made Poly the champions), Daniel Gutierrez hit an incredible goal to end the game and win the title.
On Friday, October 25, the Clippers will face off against Bel Air at Patterson for the Regional Semi-Final playoff. The game starts at 3:45 PM and is free to attend.
Patterson scores the winning goal against Poly to seize the City Championship (Video: Mr. Martin)
Patterson goalie Umutesi Belise blocks Poly from scoring another goal (Photo: Snit Kahsay)
by Snit Kahsay
The Patterson girls soccer team lost 8-0 in their game against Poly on September 12, but according to their coach, soccer is about much more than winning or losing.
“Working with kids and seeing the joy that they get for being in a team and practicing and getting to learn new things” is what inspired Coach Blum to become a coach.
In Coach Blum’s opinion, the most difficult position to play on a soccer team is goalie.
“When a goalie gets scored on they feel like they let the whole team down, so the pressure is on them”, she said.
The Patterson girls soccer team works hard by practicing every day after school for about two hours. Something they hope to achieve by the end of the season is for the girls to get together because they lost a lot of players last year.
One of the challenges the team captain, Alison Licona, faces as the leader of the team is being positive the whole time. This is a very difficult thing to do because just like everyone else she gets frustrated mid-game when something bad happens so she has to try hard to stay positive because she is the role model for the rest of the team. Although they lost 8-0 they kept a positive attitude during the whole game. According to her, it was a great game and they had fun.
“Even though we lost really bad, we did better than the last game, and that’s what matters– we’re getting better” , said Nyagagare Kuiy, one of the players.
The Patterson Clippers girls soccer team had another game before this one and they lost 8-0 in that one too. In their game against Poly they didn’t look disappointed. In fact they looked happy because they played better than in the previous game. The team didn’t let the final score ruin their moods and they enjoyed the game.
Editor’s note: This article was written before the most recent games. The game against City mentioned in the last paragraph has already taken place. We will have an update on the latest football games soon.
The Clippers Varsity Football team has been off to a slow start with a 0-2 record in two very close games.
In the first game of the year, the very young Clippers looked to kick off the season with a good start against Lake Clifton. The Clippers had a hard time stopping runs throughout the game, yet towards the end of the game the Clippers defense was clicking on all cylinders and stopping the Lake Clifton offense. On the last drive, Clippers quarterback Telin Cabean fumbled, which was the last play of regulation. The final score was 8-6 with Lake Clifton taking the win over our Clippers.
The Clippers looked to make a comeback win against Guilford Park High School. The game got off to a slow start for both teams with a 0-0 game going into halftime. Throughout the 2nd half, both teams made plays. The Clippers struggled a bit, but on their last hope, Cabean delivered a 40 yard touchdown to Tyshawn Sneed to tie the game 14-14. Unfortunately, with 45 seconds left, Guilford Park found a way to score with a Hail Mary pass to the back of the endzone for the win.
This week, the Clippers look to get their first win of the season against the City Knights on Thursday evening at 3:45 p.m. at Patterson. The Clippers will be playing without DE/OT Machi Thompson, RB/LB Aaron Washington, and RB/LB Marquise Brown. WR/CB Matt is also out with a ankle injury.
Under the leadership of Coaches Mahach and Mervis, our school’s varsity baseball team went undefeated 13-0 during the regular season, earning their title as Baltimore City Division 2 Champions. The Clippers secured a playoff spot, placing 9th in Maryland’s high school baseball team ranks.
The team was scheduled to have their semifinal game on a Tuesday at home against Aberdeen High School. However, due to unforeseen events, the game had to be moved to Saturday, May 11th at Douglas High School where the Clippers fell to Aberdeen 0-21.
According to Coach Mahach, “Ronald Hawkins (senior, Center Field) led the Clippers at the plate with two hits in three at bats. Quaron Walker-Bey (junior), Colin Washington (senior), and Jose Penalo Guillen (freshman) gave it their all on the mound.”
This playoff loss does not overshadow the impeccable season our boys have had. Below are their regular season game scores:
Edmondson: 19-15, Reginald F Lewis: 9-6, Frederick Douglas: 10-6, Digital Harbor: 14-3, NAF: 22-2, Coppin Academy: 12-8, Forest Park: 13-0, Edmondson: 24-12, Frederick Douglas: 28-2, Reginald F Lewis: 15-6, NAF: 22-2, Digital Harbor: 10-0, Forest Park: 31-2.
“I’d like to offer a big thank you to our captains, Jeter Luna and Robert Alvarez, as well as our other eight seniors.”, said Coach Mahach. “They were all important to the team this year and will be missed.”
You can continue to support our team next year by turning out at games and following their Instagram page: @pattersonbaseball.
The Patterson track and field team had another record-breaking season this school year.
“I feel like the team is on track to take over the city in the next few years and is changing the way people are going to look at Patterson.”, said team member David Wagner.
The foundation of the team’s march to success is discipline and hard work.
Martin Bakondjo has broken every freshman school distance record that we have. Joel Lukoo is the cornerstone of all of our relays. Quintine Nterere has broken the school’s 800 meter record. Najah White won a gold medal in the Baltimore City Track and Field Championships in the 2 mile. Nathalia Espino broke the school’s freshman record in the 800 meters.
Najah White has given special shout-outs to the boys’ track team for dramatic improvement from the indoor to the outdoor track season. Marshall Mallory also gave a special shout out to sophomore distance sensation Vema Maneno. He has broken the school’s sophomore records in the mile and 2 mile and broke the school record in the half mile.
Marshall Mallory captured the essence of the team’s success when she said, “Our team is mostly filled with very young athletes [overwhelmingly freshmen and sophomores that have to compete against juniors and seniors because there is no junior varsity within track and field] compared to the people that we’re competing against and we’re getting closer and closer to these schools’ times. In almost one to two years, if we keep doing how we are doing, Patterson track and field will be on top.”
This march to the top started in the classroom. Consider that seven of our student-athletes have a 4.0 GPA or better: Martin Bakondjo (4.2), Marshall Mallory (4.2), Libni Colocho (4.0), Joel Lukoo (4.0), Quintine Nterere (4.0), Indira Solomon (4.0), and Dayana Cruz-Banegas (4.0).
The star of the future for Patterson Track and Field is Da’Shawn “Day Day” Stackhouse. He has broken the school’s freshman records in the 400 and 800 meters. Additionally, he is Baltimore City’s fastest freshman in the 400 meters. He is less than a second away from qualifying for nationals. In the years to come, Patterson Track and Field will take over the city and as stated before, our march to success starts in the classroom. .
Welcome to Patterson High School, nestled in the heart of Baltimore City, where diversity thrives and cultures intertwine. In this vibrant community, one individual stands out as a beacon of inspiration: Lacrosse Coach Bey. As we explore the journey of this Double Duty Dynamo, we uncover a tale of passion, dedication, and bilingual brilliance.
Coach Bey’s path to coaching excellence began with a deep love for the sport of lacrosse. From his early days as a player to his transition into coaching, his journey has been marked by a commitment to excellence and a desire to share their passion with others. With experience coaching at both the high school and college levels, Coach Bey brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every practice and game.
Coaching responsibilities at both the high school and college levels is no easy feat, but Coach Bey approaches each day with determination and grace. From managing practice schedules to coordinating game logistics, he navigates the challenges of his dual roles with precision and skill. Through careful planning and effective communication, Coach Bey ensures that both teams receive the attention and support they need to succeed. The coach doesn’t show any favoritism to either team as he recalls, “Time management is the most important thing to continue to not just coach but to be successful and inspire success to encourage. That means being your best self and showing up as your best self at all times.”
Beyond wins and losses, Coach Bey measures his success by the impact he has on their students’ lives. Whether on the field or in the classroom, he serves as a mentor, motivator, and role model to their players. By instilling values of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance, Coach Bey empowers students to reach their full potential and pursue their dreams both on and off the field.
Coach Bey’s commitment to their community extends far beyond the sidelines. Through outreach programs and community events, he works tirelessly to promote the sport of lacrosse and provide opportunities for youth to get involved. By fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie, Coach Bey helps to create a more inclusive and supportive community for all.
As Coach Bey looks to the future, his goals remain clear: to continue making a positive impact in the lives of their students and community members. Whether coaching at the high school or college level, he is committed to inspiring the next generation of athletes and leaders. With his unwavering dedication and passion for the sport, Coach Bey is poised to leave a lasting legacy that will be felt for years to come.
In the world of sports, true champions are defined not only by his wins and losses but by the lives he touches and the communities he uplifts. In Coach Bey, Patterson High School has found a true Double Duty Dynamo whose bilingual brilliance illuminates the path to success for all who have the privilege of crossing his field. As we celebrate his achievements, let us also be inspired to follow in his footsteps and make a difference in our own communities, one game at a time.
For Coach Bey, it all comes down to his love of lacrosse.
“I guide both teams because I know the game of lacrosse.”, reflected Coach Bey. “It changed my life and sometimes I think that we need guidance more than being told what to do. I think high school and college need the most guidance early in their career.”
Coach Bey also has courage and positivity.
”[Coaching] balances me being driven and having motivation to help people succeed in life and great time management.”
Patterson High School’s lacrosse team is on the rise. At the time of writing this article, the team is number 3 in the city with 9 wins and 2 losses this year, an improvement over last year’s record was of 5-7.
Coach Falcone said he has been coaching lacrosse for seven years and has been coaching at Patterson for two years. When asked what he likes about coaching at Patterson he said the kids and getting to build the varsity program from the ground up and watching it grow. The coach is hopeful that in the next two or three years there will also be a JV team.
Coach Falcone had goals for this year’s lacrosse team:
Beat the teams they lost to last year
Have a better record than last year
Be able to compete.
This team is not the same team from last year and it is not the same team from the beginning of the season when they won their first game against NAF by a score of 13-3. The team has gotten even better at coming together, sharing, and being a family on the field. An extra pass or an extra rep to get to the next goal can make the difference between victory and defeat. The Clippers are always looking for ‘the one more’. However the team has a laid back demeanor and it takes them a while to get started, so their next goal is to work on urgency, coming out of the gate ready and starting fast.
Offensive player Yohan Hernandez is a sophomore who also plays for Patterson’s soccer team and started playing lacrosse at Patterson this year. He came into lacrosse looking for people to hang out with. Hernandez is close with his teammates. He keeps up good grades off the field and he is good with moving the ball on the field. Hernandez had this to say about his coach: “Coach Falcone is a coach that understands discipline. He’s not easy on them because he knows they can do it and understands what it takes to get there.”
Goalie Lykiea Anderson recently reached a record of 100 career saves in lacrosse. When asked about next year’s goalie she says that if the current candidate for goalie takes it seriously she believes they have what it takes to do it.
Another goal for the team is to have a great enough season that they can host their playoffs. Currently their record stands at 9-2.
The Patterson Lacrosse team has already accomplished great things this school year, and their future looks even brighter.
Patterson’s badminton team defeated Edmondson Westside High School on Friday, April 19.
Now, I always like to do research before any event but today I decided to go completely ignorant and learn from the team. So I interviewed Coach Bomar and players Banny and Jeani, where I learned some interesting facts about badminton:
There are both JV and varsity teams in badminton.
They play the best 2 out of 3 matches to determine a winner.
A typical game takes around 10 minutes.
It takes 21 points to win each game.
You have to win by at least 2 points.
There are no referees.
Yes, you read that right: There are no refs or officials in badminton. As Coach Bomar explained, badminton is a sport of integrity and etiquette; it goes by honesty.
The players keep track of the score themselves by saying “Are you ready? (number of points) serving (number of points)”. You have to ask “Are you ready?” before you serve because if your opponent isn’t ready and you serve, it would be unsportsmanlike.
When I asked Coach Bomar why he coaches badminton, he told me to look around.
“No-one’s yelling, no one’s arguing, there’s no flags, no fighting after the games.”, observed Coach Bomar. “There are Edmondson girls playing with Patterson girls. It’s really a fun sport”.
Coach Bomar has been coaching badminton for ten years, and Coach Bloom has been doing it for two years.
Badminton is an all girls sport in Maryland that was established in order to balance out the amount of male and female sports. Check out our school’s badminton games every Tuesday and Thursday.
The Patterson Clippers unified tennis team competed in the Baltimore City Championship on April 29. Seniors Marina Olvera and Felipe Colato won third place in doubles and juniors Jayzanay “Jazzy” Blessett and Anthony Waters won third place in their singles matches. Congratulations to these players!
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