Super Bowl

On Feb 6, at Downey high school, Mr. Nate Harris expresses his feelings about the Super Bowl, since he grew up being a Seahawk’s fan. “As a child, I remember having Seahawks and Largent posters in my room,” Harris said.

Sophie Prettyman, Staff Writer
February 20, 2015

The 49^th annual Super Bowl was held on Sunday, Feb. 1, and millions of people all over the nation tuned in to root for their favorite teams. The New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks battled it out for the Vince Lombardi trophy that comes with Super Bowl victory, ultimately ending in a win for the Patriots at 28-24. Football fans all over the country, including Downey High students and staff, voiced various reactions about the results of the game.

“I go for the Seahawks, so the end of the game really got to me,” Seahawks fan and Downey High senior Malina Lopez said. “Otherwise, it was a really good game.”

One of the most controversial moves during the game was when, instead of having running back Marshawn Lynch make the touchdown, the Seahawks passed the ball to quarterback Russell Wilson on a quick slant. This play was intercepted by Malcolm Butler of the Patriots, which helped them win the game despite the fact that the Seahawks could have had the victory if they executed the simple play successfully.

Diehard Seahawks fan, Downey High film teacher, and Girls Basketball coach Mr. Harris enjoyed the experience of watching the game even though his favorite team lost.

“I was jumping out of my seat when the Seahawks made a miraculous catch near the end of the game, and then there was the agony of the defeat when they lost,” Harris said. “Even though my team lost, the game was still fun to watch for me. I think sports add a lot to American culture and being a sports fan makes life more fun in general.”

Other Downey High students and staff enjoyed the game and celebrated during parties with friends, family, and food. Football fan and Downey High senior Brianna Chale celebrated game day with friends, family, and food even though her favorite team, the Cowboys, was not playing.

“My family had a Super Bowl party, so we watched the game and had a potluck,” Chale said. “I also had three friends over and we cheered and had a good time.”

Although the actual football game was the major event, other people watched the game for its notably entertaining commercials and the halftime show, in which pop star Katy Perry, rocker Lenny Kravitz, and rapper Missy Elliott performed.

The 50^th Super Bowl will be played next year on a Sunday in early January 2016. Until then, NFL teams will continue to devote their time to practicing in the hopes of making it to the big game next year and taking home the victory.

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Sophie Prettyman, Staff Writer

Senior Sophie Prettyman is starting her first year as a writer for The Downey Legend. Prettyman has wanted to join Newspaper since her sophomore year, but was unable to because she did not have room in her schedule. Prettyman is the clarinet co-section leader for the marching band and is also a tutor in the Writing Center, a place for sophomores to come and receive the help they need in their English classes. Labeling herself as shy, Prettyman hopes Newspaper will help her to become not only a better writer, but more sociable. “I’m shy until you get to know me, then you wish you didn’t,” Prettyman said. Prettyman enjoys writing and English and has decided to try out journalism for the first time to learn more about writing apart from the normal essays written in class.

In her spare time, Prettyman enjoys listening to music, shopping for vintage clothes, and watching Wes Anderson movies. Music is one of her favorite things amongst vinyl records, sarcasm, and cats. Prettyman enjoys listening to punk, indie, garage, surf rock, and alternative music and is also teaching herself how to play bass. Prettyman is also interested in comedy shows, would love to start doing more comedy, and would one day love to try stand-up comedy. A dream of Prettyman’s is to work in the film industry as a director, a screenwriter, become an English professor, or a veterinarian. Prettyman hopes this year in newspaper will not only make her a better writer, but will be a new and fun experience as she explores journalism for the first time.

Vernice Ortiz, Photographer

Joining The Downey Legend for the first year, 17-year-old photographer Vernice Ortiz is ready to take on the challenge of photographing for the online newspaper. Ortiz enjoys taking pictures and sharing her photos with others; she’s also prepared to get more people familiar with the website. “I’m excited to show everyone what I can do,” Ortiz said. Coming into the new year with a strong mindset, Ortiz was determined to earn a higher position on the staff, which she achieved. As her first week comes to end, a new journey just begins with her being the team’s very own Gallery Editor.

During her free time, Ortiz enjoys playing sports, basketball being her favorite. Along with being athletic, Ortiz is into music and can enjoy all genres of it, including country. When she isn’t photographing, playing sports, or listening to music, Ortiz is dedicated to volunteering at local elementary schools. After high school she plans to pursue a future in photography and become an independent adult.