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Trader Joe’s Yorba Linda Store 176.
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Studying with a friend is a great way to stay on top of academics while staying connected.
How to Avoid Second Semester Burnout
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Cultural Traditions Students Celebrate at Home
Coach Bailey on the football field
The Last Lessons
A senior celebrates a memorable moment while receiving recognition at the Senior Awards Ceremony.
Class of 2026 Senior Awards
World Cup Halftime Show
The Shooting at Teotihuacan Pyramids
Inspectors standing outside the MV Hondius cruise in protective gear.
Andes Hantavirus Outbreak: What is it?
The seniors cover their rally side in black and yellow colors, revealing the spirit highlighted during the event.
YLHS 2026 Olympic Rally Recap
The Strait of Hormuz is a major shipping route for some of the world’s most relied on materials. Its situation places most of its control with Iran; however, its status affects surrounding countries and the rest of the globe as well.
The Strait of Hormuz’s Impact on the World
Peptides are being drawn from a container into a needle to be injected into an individual.
Peptides: What Are They?
The PYLUSD Climate Coalition successfully passes Resolution 25-30 titled "Advancing Environmental Literacy and Sustainability." Photo used with permission from Avery Yang.
PYLUSD Climate Coalition Takes Action
A collage of some celebrities at the 2026 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum.
2026 Met Gala Recap
Playlists are a specifically curated blend of tastes that can serve as an indulgent dive into emotions or a comforting salve to raw emotions - truly, that is the beauty of creating a playlist.
A Love Letter to Playlists
Graduation is almost here!
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Netflix released the brand new Lord of the Flies adaptation on May 4, 2026.
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With the new movie coming up, what is your favorite theory? Photo used with permission from Secret Headquarters Comic Eporium and is protected under CC BY 2.0.
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A movie theater filled with emptiness, with people nowhere to be seen.
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A type of hacky sack used for kicking around with friends in a circle.
Are Hacky Sacks the New Needoh?
A collage of some celebrities at the 2026 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum.
2026 Met Gala Recap
Coach Bailey on the football field
The Last Lessons
Pots of flowers, gifts, and celebrations often fill social media feeds during holidays, contributing to growing expectations surrounding “Instagram-worthy” moments.
The Pressure to Make Holidays Social Media Worthy
Seniors throwing papers during a campus tradition, capturing a moment of realization following the college decision season.
More Than an Acceptance Letter
The three main albums coming out this summer, featuring Olivia Rodrigo, Gracie Abrams, and Ariana Grande.
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Coach Bailey on the football field
The Last Lessons
Coach Bailey leads the Mustangs in round one of CIF.
Farewell, Coach Bailey!
A photo from the Youth World Championships. Hevin and her team are performing an acrobatic move called the "Queen." It involves a swimmer doing a backbend on top of another swimmer who is lying down. The other six swimmers are treading water to keep both swimmers afloat.
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A student browses the racks of clothing at Mustang Locker, with a central table overflowing with jeans of different sizes.
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Valencia students crossing Alta Vista Street and Kraemer Boulevard.
El Dorado High School and Valencia High School Anti-ICE Walkout
The 9/11 Memorial Pools honor those who were lost on September 11th, 2001.
Visit to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum
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YLHS Sports Signing Day

Journey Mou, Claire Kwon, Eric Gao, Maddie Guan, Sophia Lee, Sophia Mou, and Derek Truong
April 3, 2026

Editor: Journey Mou (12)

Videographer: Eric Gao (11), Maddie Guan (11), Claire Kwon (11), Sophia Lee (11), Journey Mou (12), Sophia Mou (12), Derek Truong (11)

Voiceover: Claire Kwon (11)

Interviewees: Coach Shane Roach, Brian Cartledge, Coach Teiko Ikemoto, Coach Rikku

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About the Contributors
Journey Mou
Journey Mou, Editor
Journey Mou is a senior at Yorba Linda High School. As she closes out her fourth and final year of being part of The Wrangler, she is thrilled to continue her position as a sports editor. In addition, Journey is part of the school’s women’s basketball and lacrosse teams. When she isn’t busy doing homework, Journey enjoys attempting to draw and finding the newest artist to listen to on repeat. While her future is still uncertain, she is looking forward to collaborating with everyone to make this a fun and memorable year.
Claire Kwon
Claire Kwon, Editor
Claire Kwon is a junior at Yorba Linda High School, and this will be her second year with The Wrangler. Outside of writing, she is part of the PTSA board, NHS, CSF, and the women’s varsity lacrosse team. She hopes to continue her career as an education major in the English Language Arts field. Claire is excited about her first year as an editor and about seeing what her future holds in journalism!
Eric Gao
Eric Gao, Editor
Eric Gao is a junior at Yorba Linda High School and a second-year contributor to The Wrangler. Originally from Hong Kong, he moved to Yorba Linda at age six, where his experiences have shaped a strong interest in international relations. As he enters his second year with the newspaper, he is eager to refine his writing skills and continue developing the podcast, giving new voices a platform to shine within the local community.
Maddie Guan
Maddie Guan, Editor
Maddie Guan is a current junior at Yorba Linda High School. She is entering her 2nd year on The Wrangler and is ecstatic to continue her journey, as well as help others. In her free time, she enjoys sleeping, baking, hanging out with friends, and traveling. Some of Maddie’s favorite articles to write are ones about life and everything around it. Writing articles gives her a chance to explore topics and learn more about the world around her. She is excited to see what the new year holds.
Sophia Lee
Sophia Lee, Editor
Sophia Lee is a junior at Yorba Linda High School. At school, she is currently on the girl’s golf team and participates in NHS and multiple clubs. Some of her interests and hobbies include skiing, listening to music, hanging out with friends, and reading. In the future she wants to travel the world and pursue a career in the medical field. This is Sophia’s second year writing for The Wrangler and her first year being an editor. She is excited to make new memories during this school year.
Sophia Mou
Sophia Mou, Editor
Sophia Mou is entering her final year at Yorba Linda High School as a senior editor of The Wrangler. She cannot wait to explore the expanse of responsibilities that lie within this position and collaborate with her peers to ensure another successful school year. Sophie aspires to specialize in medicine, specifically dermatology, after completing her high school and undergraduate degrees. When she is not in school, she can be seen watching the latest film in theaters, shopping, or discovering new music.
Derek Truong
Derek Truong, Editor
Derek Truong is a junior at Yorba Linda High School. In his third year with The Wrangler, Derek serves as an editor overseeing badges while also contributing as a photojournalist. He turns to journalism as a creative outlet and values the importance of shining light on stories. Derek is involved in several programs at school, such as men’s soccer, Red Cross, NHS, CSF, and PTSA. In his free time, he enjoys listening to music, traveling, and playing with his dog. Derek is excited to write for The Wrangler and anticipates a great year ahead.