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The Pitch

The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

The Pitch

The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

The Pitch

Defender freshman Elena Dugan delivers a decisive throw in to end an epic playoff match against Gaithersburg. The Cats went on to win in double overtime.
Girls’ soccer battles through playoffs
Mira Mann, Online Sports Editor • Oct 29, 2025
American flags flutter in front of the U.S. Capitol more than a month into the continuing U.S. government shutdown in Washington, D.C., U.S., November 7, 2025. REUTERS/Nathan Howard
Veterans Day Gets Sidelined in Montgomery County
Mona Al Rasheed, Online Feature Editor • Nov 11, 2025
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Dea Krasniqi
Dea Krasniqi
Staff Writer
Senior Noah Butterfly swims butterfly in a WJ Swim Meet. Although fly is his best stroke, Potter also medaled as an anchor of the 200 freestyle relay at the state championship, with a final leg of 45.1. Potter's time was enough to help break a school record, which people have come to expect from Potter.(Courtesy Marcus Chen)
Senior swimmer etches himself into history books
William Murphy, Print Sports Editor • Mar 7, 2025
Senior Kendall Alexander goes up for a contested layup against the Quince Orchard Cougars. Alexander led the team in points last season and helped the Wildcats make it to the second round of the playoffs.
Alexander soars to next level with NC Central commitment
Isabel Chomas, Staff Writer • Dec 13, 2024
Junior Wilson Faucette cycles in a race as a part of the USA Cyclocross series. Faucette has had an impressive season and will be competing in nationals in December. (Courtesy Wilson Faucette)
Pedal to the medal: Faucette, Gentry cycle around Bethesda
William Murphy, Print Sports Editor • Nov 15, 2024
Day in life with Larry Hurd
Behind the scenes of WJ’s 2026 homecoming dance
Josiah Koko, Special to the Pitch
HOCO Hall 2025: Decades
Ethan Pletter and Graeme Pearce
BSU hosts annual block party
Meher Parsinni, Josh Hananel and Xavier Alexander-Pounds
Co-Presidents of the Performative Club, Seniors Paul Do and Aidan Li, pose for a picture. Both are wearing AirPod Maxes, and various accessories, displaying their passion for performative club.
New Performative Club whisks up at WJ
Finn McArdle, Senior Opinon Editor
Senior Lucas Knapp gets into his car parked near Davis Library at the end of the school day. When leaving school, it’s important to take extra caution in the parking lot as that is one of the busiest times of the day. “I’m not surprised, novice drivers usually have the hardest time getting used to driving outside and a school parking lot is probably one of the most dangerous places,” Knapp said.
Driving tips to brake up with bad driving
Elanor Saybolt, Online A&E Editor
Students crowd office doors before the first bell in hopes of correcting class schedules. Students were told to wait outside office doors as a result of the large amount of people waiting to sign in.
Counseling department overwhelmed with scheduling issues
Nila Amin, Staff Writer
Tackling today's trends
Tackling today’s trends
Karla Fabregat and Henry Haskell
Pep band waits for students to arrive all set up on the field. "Some of the kids do [dress up], but we are mostly just there to provide accomany for the parade," Dr. Michael Helgerman. 
(Courtesy Marney Jacobs)
Walking to the beat of the drums: Ashburton hosts its annual Halloween parade
Gabby Davids, Layout and Design Editor
Bad Bunny admires the crowd after he finishes performing "Monaco" in his Most Wanted Tour. "I love watching him perform; he's such a good performer," senior Renata Andrian said.
Halftime Heat: Bad Bunny Super Bowl halftime show sparks political debate
Karla Fabregat, Social Media
Taylor Swift performing on the Eras Tour during her 1989 set. The Eras Tour traveled to a total of five continents worldwide. 
(Courtesy Google Images)
Ushering in a new era: Taylor Swift announces new album
Elanor Saybolt, Online A&E Editor
Students select Homecoming dresses to try on at Windsor. The Westfield Montgomery Mall is a popular destination for people to find their Homecoming dresses, as it has multiple stores with a variety of dress options.
Homecoming dress guide: Finding the perfect dress
Becca Dodek, Print Feature Editor
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