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The official student newspaper of Walter Johnson High School

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Jeremy Silberglied

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Editor-in-Chief

Jeremy Silberglied is a senior who’s somehow already in his 3rd and final year with The Pitch as a Print Editor-in-Chief. Besides writing top-tier sports articles and other works for The Pitch, Jeremy also runs cross country and track for WJ.

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The girls' cross country team runs together as a group during a workout to prepare for their next meet. After placing fifth at states last year, the Cats will be looking to carry their success into this season and build on it. (Courtesy Sophia Barrett)

Fall Sports Previews

Sep 5, 2025
The Walter Johnson High School baseball team celebrates around senior Shaun Rudick, who hit the walkoff single to win the 4A State Championship for the Wildcats on Friday night. The Wildcats beat the Urbana Hawks 7-6 to clinch their first-ever state championship. (Courtesy Hannah Foslien, reproduced with permission)

Baseball crowned state champions

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
May 25, 2025
Junior Alina Bonior attempts to tag Churchill freshman Netah Shekel as she slides towards home plate. The Wildcats couldn’t generate any offense against the Bulldogs, contributing to their 7-0 loss in their only playoff game of the season. (Seyun Park)

Softball Shutout: Bulldogs blank Wildcats in region semis

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
May 24, 2025
Baseball takes down Reservoir, advances to state championship

Baseball takes down Reservoir, advances to state championship

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
May 23, 2025
Senior Nolan Ross loads up to hit a pitch in an exhibition game against Leonardtown. The Wildcats have been dominant all season with their only two losses coming against B-CC and Whitman.

Baseball improves to 10-2

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Apr 30, 2025
Frank de Las Casas was surprised with an award for his work as an MCPS staff member. Students and staff throughout WJ appreciate Casas for his kindness and diligence.

De Las Casas recieves MCPS athletics award

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Apr 10, 2025
Daniel Kempner giving an enthusiastic AP Art History lecture. Kempner makes an effort to keep his students engaged during what could be an otherwise typical class.

Kempner shines humor on photography, art history

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Apr 10, 2025

Say goodbye to the WJ Pitch

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Apr 1, 2025
The WJ bocce team uniquely features both people with and without disabilities. They've been able to build a positive team rapport and have a good time throughout the season, win or lose.

Inclusive sports teams should serve as ‘golden standard’ to follow

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Mar 7, 2025
Junior Norah Youssef shoots a three-pointer in the first half of the regional semifinals loss against Churchill High School. Although stars such as Youssef helped cut the early deficit down to one, it wasn't enough as the Cats' season came to a close.

Girls’ basketball ends season with frustrating loss against Churchill

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Mar 7, 2025
Girls basketball's win against Churchill sets up postseason

Girls basketball’s win against Churchill sets up postseason

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Feb 21, 2025
Although surveys can offer good data, they aren't always the most effecive way for students to give feedback.

Miscommunication: how students share their opinions, feedback

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Feb 17, 2025
Coach Tom Martin at a cross country practice in the fall. Martin has coached WJ cross country and track and field for nearly 30 years, and has left an impact on the lives of many athletes.

Tom Martin nominated for PCA Coach of the Year

William Murphy and Jeremy Silberglied
Jan 28, 2025
Girls' basketball loses thriller to Whitman

Girls’ basketball loses thriller to Whitman

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Jan 21, 2025
Terrific tip-off: Girls' basketball jumps out to undefeated start

Terrific tip-off: Girls’ basketball jumps out to undefeated start

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Dec 18, 2024
The boys basketball team in a huddle last year during a timeout. Leadership is a key part to any team's success, as younger players look up to players who have been on the team before.

Tryouts are just as important for seniors

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Dec 13, 2024
Junior Alessandro Marenco gets into the runner's starting stance as the sun sets over the track. Marenco was one of the four boy sprinters who earned a spot in Nike Nationals in Eugene, Oregon last year. (Courtesy Ariel Stone)

Winter Sports Previews

Dec 5, 2024
Girls' soccer falls to QO in region semis

Girls’ soccer falls to QO in region semis

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Nov 12, 2024
Point/Counterpoint: Is America overrated or overhated?

Point/Counterpoint: Is America overrated or overhated?

Jeremy Silberglied and Finn McArdle
Nov 2, 2024
The Wildcats storm the field following the game-sealing penalty kick from goalie Chloe Russ. After an action-filled 3-2 win in penalty kicks, WJ was full of excitement.

Girls’ soccer advances, wins PK thriller against B-CC

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Oct 25, 2024
The Wildcats huddle up shortly before the start a game. The team has a big playoff game tonight against B-CC, with hopes of advancing to the second round. (Courtesy Lifetouch)

Girls’ soccer looks to carry 7-3-2 record into playoffs

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Oct 23, 2024
Senior captain Ella Hoban attempts a free kick, which was awarded to the Wildcats after a foul on junior Haley Prindle. The Wildcats took down reigning state finalists Montgomery Blair 2-0 on Monday. (Courtesy Lifetouch)

Girls’ soccer defeats Churchill, Blair, looks towards challenging matches

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Oct 4, 2024
MCPS parents appeal to Supreme Court in recent LGBTQ books case

MCPS parents appeal to Supreme Court in recent LGBTQ books case

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Oct 4, 2024
The girls soccer team lines up before the Oakdale game during the National Anthem. Oakdale ultimately had the upper hand, handing WJ it's first loss of the season. (Courtesy Merrie Gramlich)

Girls’ soccer dealt pair of losses to Oakdale, QO

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Sep 18, 2024
"Inside Out 2" introduces new emotions to add to the original five. The film surrounds a bunch of emotionable topics for teens, such as anxiety, one of the new emotions.

“Inside Out 2” portrays everyday teenage problems

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Sep 18, 2024
Senior Ginger Fishberg dribbles the ball into the attacking half, with junior captain Evie Avillo approaching behind her. (Courtesy Spencer Robinson)

Girls’ soccer dominates Poolesville in shutout win

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Sep 10, 2024
The Wildcats make a statement entrance as they prepare to take on Richard Montgomery. WJ would go on to win the game 53-22.

Fall Sports Previews

Sep 6, 2024
The WJ Crew team poses for a picture following the Metropolitan Championships. The team had many good races at the tournament, such as the Girls winning the Varsity 4. (Courtesy WJ Crew)

Crew in review: team paddles their way to success

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
Jun 12, 2024
Boy and Milicevic pose with the MCPS county championship plaque. The team got first place in the tournament, finishing a great season. (Seyun Park)

Girls’ tennis serves up titles at regions, counties

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
May 24, 2024
Sophomore Addie Strbak converses with sophomore Elizabeth Borrisow in the outfield during their fundraiser game against Springbrook High School on May 2. The players all wore green ribbons in their hair throughout the game to symbolize mental health awareness. (Seyun Park)

Strbak shines spotlight on athlete mental health

Jeremy Silberglied, Print Sports Editor
May 24, 2024
LIVE: Softball takes on Urbana HS in state quarterfinal

LIVE: Softball takes on Urbana HS in state quarterfinal

Seyun Park, Jeremy Silberglied and Joshua Singer
May 20, 2024
LIVE: Softball takes on Whitman HS in regional final

LIVE: Softball takes on Whitman HS in regional final

Seyun Park and Jeremy Silberglied
May 16, 2024
LIVE: Girls’ lacrosse takes on Whitman HS in regional final

LIVE: Girls’ lacrosse takes on Whitman HS in regional final

Jeremy Silberglied and Joshua Singer
May 13, 2024
Junior Christina Simpson hits a ball in her doubles match against Quince Orchard. She and her doubles partner, sophomore Sonia Gass, help WJ beat QO 7-0, contributing to the team's current five-game win streak.

Girls’ tennis concludes regular season, sets up for playoffs

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
May 3, 2024
Junior attacker Ginger Fishberg carries the ball during a match. With her scholarship to Butler University, she looks to continue her performance on a bigger stage. (Courtesy Ginger Fishberg)

Wildcat to Bulldog: Fishberg Butler bound

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Apr 26, 2024
Girls' tennis falls to Bulldogs, slams Rockets, Patriots

Girls’ tennis falls to Bulldogs, slams Rockets, Patriots

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Apr 16, 2024
Junior Miram Elag hits a volley against B-CC on Monday. Elag, along with freshman Zoe Rojas, were the number one doubles pair against B-CC. They won their match in straight sets (6-3, 6-1), helping the Wildcats to sweep the Barons to remain undefeated. (Courtesy Mia Milicevic)

Girls’ tennis slam opponents in start to season

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Apr 10, 2024
Team captain and starting pitcher Sami Rosenberg lifts the region champion plaque over her head as teammates celebrate. WJ softball won its region in 2023, a feat the team hopes to repeat this year.

Spring Sports Previews

Seyun Park, Anna Zucconi, Joshua Singer, Lily Tapparo, Hillevi Schine, Mateus Bouquet, Jeremy Silberglied, Elizabeth Finn, Cecilia Saltzman, Michelle Kim and Mackenzie Norris
Mar 20, 2024
Sonia Pegoue (left) and Maddox Zuniga (right) celebrate with their medals after the Maryland state championships. Pegoue placed second and Zuniga placed sixth in their respective weight classes.

Sonia Pegoue, Maddox Zuniga place in states

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Mar 11, 2024
Junior Bahdan Kurepkin beats out his opponent to score points for WJ at a meet. Kurepkin is one of the four boys being sent to states on the team, with the addition of three girls also headed to the state championships.

Wrestling completes regions, qualifies seven for states

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Feb 28, 2024
GoGuardian has served as an online monitoring helper for teachers. Now, without the classroom tool, questions arise as to how the change will affect the classrooms (Courtesy GoGuardian via Wikimedia Commons).

MCPS to block GoGuardian funding for 2024-25 school year

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Feb 27, 2024
Junior Hudson Barrett works on pinning down an opponent to score points for WJ in a match vs Seneca Valley High School earlier in the season. Barrett and the Cats will look to perform strongly in the upcoming MCPS championships to advance further.

Wrestling falls in Battle of Bethesda, looks towards playoffs

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Feb 16, 2024
Senior Zach Morales wrestles against an opponent in the first match of the season against Seneca Valley. The Wildcats beat Seneca Valley 49-27 and have gone 3-2 to start the season.

Wrestling in a wrap: team starts off season strong

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Jan 18, 2024
Winter sports previews

Winter sports previews

Jeremy Silberglied, Anna Zucconi, Mackenzie Norris, Peter Kahrl, Mateus Bouquet and Lily Tapparo
Dec 5, 2023
Junior Stella Lichter spikes the ball against Gaithersburg. The team won the match 3-0, but went on to be defeated once again at the hands of Churchill.

Volleyball eliminated in heartbreaker vs Churchill

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Nov 15, 2023
Senior Maya Zutshi takes the serve in a 3-1 loss at the hands of Magruder. This was the last game of the regular season for the volleyball team, as they will now look to carry their 9-5 record into the playoffs.

V-ball ends season on loss, set up for playoffs

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Oct 31, 2023
Students dancing at the 2023 homecoming dance. With the exception of Seniors, homecoming is likely the only dance that students have the whole school year.

Should there be an underclassmen dance?

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Oct 27, 2023
The Wildcats huddle together after a point at home against Gaithersburg HS. The Cats won the game 3-0, extending their current 3-game win streak.

Girls’ v-ball earns 4 game win streak

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Oct 19, 2023
Sophomore Celiana Caraballo, junior Stella Lichter and junior Claire Kuemmerle get ready to return a serve against Quince Orchard on Sept. 13 . The team rebounded from a loss two days prior, winning 3-1.

Girls’ v-ball pushes record to 3-2

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Sep 27, 2023
Students at a home football game cheering on their team. Because of football games getting moved to thursdays, the student section might become less packed than a normal friday.

Controversial call: Referee shortage shifts football games to Thursday

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Sep 14, 2023
Girls volleyball players huddle in between sets during their first game of the year at home vs Watkins Mill. The team won in a blowout, 3-0.

Girls’ volleyball wins first game vs Watkins Mill

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Sep 11, 2023
Senior midfielders Ellie Hilton (left) and Olivia McCloskey (right), pictured walking off the field during a game. The two players were both captains, and they both played a key role to lead the girls' lax team to win regionals.

Girls lacrosse team all-county players

Jeremy Silberglied, Staff Writer
Jun 14, 2023
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