The Student News Site of Mission Hills High School

The Silvertip

The Student News Site of Mission Hills High School

The Silvertip

The Student News Site of Mission Hills High School

The Silvertip

MHHS girls varsity cross country team holds their winning plaque at the league championships.

MHHS Cross Country Dominates, Securing Fourth Consecutive Championship

Story by Suhani Kamal, News Editor January 16, 2024

In a victorious display of skill, endurance, and unswerving dedication, Mission Hills High School's cross country team has secured their fourth consecutive win at the annual fall league championships....

Nate Sheriff setting up to score a goal for his team.

Athlete of the Week #2: Nate Sheriff

Story by Calee Leavitt, Photography Editor January 16, 2024

The Silvertip’s second Athlete of the Week is Nate Sheriff. Sheriff is a junior this year, and he plays water polo. He has been a Varsity athlete for two years now, including his sophomore year and now...

Students practice their block starts for the upcoming season.

Track Students Orchestrate Student-Led Practices

Story by Joel Ras, Staff Writer January 9, 2024

Spring sports are just around the corner now that Winter sports are in full swing at Mission Hills. One sport in particular that is beginning soon is Track and Field. A new track coach, Hector Menchaca,...

Jake Bishop, Maria Gorbushin, and Kyara Walter (left to right) on their media day this season

Mission Hills Basketball: Is This a Ring Year?

Story by Lucy Garrity, Sports Editor December 12, 2023

The Mission Hills Basketball programs are nothing short of exceptional, going back many years in the past. Jake Bishop, Maria Gorbushin, and Kyara Walter are all seniors who are confident in the Grizzlies’...

Keaton Smith getting excited about a football play.

Athlete of the Week #1: Keaton Smith

Story by Lucy Garrity, Sports Editor December 8, 2023

Beginning a new and awaited program, every couple of weeks, the Silvertip will choose an athlete based off of athletic performance, academic excellence, and contributions to the Grizzly family. Keaton...

Senior Jimmy Knox serving for the Grizzlies

Sports Recap: April 17th – April 21st

Story by Taylor Groff, Sports Editor April 24, 2023

Boys Volleyball    The boy's volleyball team had two games and a tournament this past week. The first game was against Mt. Carmel on Tuesday, Apr. 18th, a home game they would win three-zero in sets,...

From shooting hoops to shooting for the stars

From shooting hoops to shooting for the stars

Story by Henry Davis III, Staff Writer April 24, 2023

   Looking to continue his success in leadership and problem-solving, Kyle Neff seeks to grow and learn from his peers in hopes to become a successful basketball coach and trainer soon.     Growing...

Senior Middle, Ryan Finley gets a great hit and score for the Grizzlies against San Marcos

Sports Recap: April 10th – April 14th

Story by Taylor Groff, Sports Editor April 17, 2023

Boys Volleyball    Last week was a very great week for our boy's volleyball team, as they had two games, which they won both of them. The first game was a home game versus Mission Hills' biggest...

Senior Subhan Nazimi

Mission Hills High School’s Top Goal Scorer and Aspiring Entrepreneur, Subhan Nazimi

Story by Fabian Garcia, Podcaster April 12, 2023

   Subhan Nazimi, a senior here at Mission Hills, is a major contributor to the team's success as the team's top goal scorer. Yet his accomplishments don't end there; he also works hard for his club...

Senior Savanna Arce (8) smiling after scoring a run for the Grizzlies

Sports Recap: April 3rd – April 7th

Story by Taylor Groff, Sports Editor April 10, 2023

Boys Volleyball    This past week the boy's volleyball team had three games last week, with the first being on Tuesday, Apr. 4th, an away game against El Camino, which ended by a score of three-zero...

Sophomore Ethan Buffum, leading the relay race for Grizzlies

Sports Recap: March 20th – March 31st

Story by Taylor Groff, Sports Editor April 3, 2023

Boys Volleyball    This past week the boy's volleyball team won all three of their home games, with the first coming on Mar. 21st against an Arizona team, called Higley, with the Grizzlies winning...

Grizzlies track team athletes celebrating after winning their meet.

Sports Recap: March 13th – March 17th

Story by Taylor Groff, Sports Editor March 20, 2023

Boys Volleyball    The boy’s volleyball last week had three games, with the first coming on Tuesday, Mar. 14th, an away game against Pacific Ridge, which the grizzlies won three-zero in sets. The...

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