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The student news site of Sandra Day O'Connor High School.

The Talon
The student news site of Sandra Day O'Connor High School.

The Talon
Rohan Patel

Rohan Patel, Editor in Chief

Hi, my name is Rohan Patel and I am a Co-Editor in Chief and Sports Editor for The Talon this year. I am a junior and this is my second year on newspaper. I love sports, writing, and music and I hope to pursue law or political science in the future. I am excited to lead this year’s staff and am looking forward to a great year!

All content by Rohan Patel
NFL Commissioner a Roger Goodell announced the 2020 draft picks from his basement during the fully virtual draft.

Virtual NFL draft proves to be a success for fans

Rohan Patel
May 6, 2020
Classes now meet online via Zoom twice a week for optional office hours.

Has online school actually helped students?

Rohan Patel
April 29, 2020
Dr. Anthony Fauci delivers a briefing on COVID-19 with President Donald Trump.

Americans must listen to advice from medical experts

Rohan Patel, Editor in Chief
April 23, 2020
Fans leave the Chesapeake Energy Arena on March 11th after the game between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Utah Jazz was postponed due to coronavirus.

Sports leagues must find ways to overcome virus

Rohan Patel
April 12, 2020
Trump's State of the Union not lacking in entertainment

Trump’s State of the Union not lacking in entertainment

Rohan Patel, Co Editor In Chief
February 12, 2020
Chiefs come back to win Super Bowl LIV

Chiefs come back to win Super Bowl LIV

Rohan Patel
February 6, 2020
Chiefs and 49ers face off in Super Bowl LIV

Chiefs and 49ers face off in Super Bowl LIV

Rohan Patel
January 31, 2020
Basketball loses a legend with Kobe’s death

Basketball loses a legend with Kobe’s death

Rohan Patel
January 30, 2020
NFL conference championships bring intriguing storylines

NFL conference championships bring intriguing storylines

Rohan Patel
January 18, 2020
The LSU Tigers celebrate winning the 2020 national championship.

Joe Burrow leads LSU to national title

Rohan Patel
January 17, 2020
Football perseveres through tough season

Football perseveres through tough season

Rohan Patel, Co Editor-in-Chief
November 4, 2019
Photo Courtesy of Andrea McCall OHS football players visit the beach during their trip to Hawaii.

OHS football travels to Hawaii; falls to JCHS

Rohan Patel, Co Editor-in-Chief
September 20, 2019
Photo Courtesy Genius

Juice WRLD’s album shows his potential

Rohan Patel, Sports Editor
March 28, 2019
Diego Guillen. senior, looks to serve the ball at practice on February 27th.

Boys volleyball aims for state championship

Rohan Patel, Sports Editor
March 11, 2019
Editorial: AZMerit poses countless issues

Editorial: AZMerit poses countless issues

Rohan Patel, Cassidy Moore, Emily Mai, and Lexi Gass
March 11, 2019
Photo Courtesy of Hip Hop DX

21 Savage exposes the immigration system

Rohan Patel, Sports Editor
March 11, 2019
Photo Courtesy of NetBase

Gillette makes failed attempt to inspire men with ad

Rohan Patel, Sports Editor
January 30, 2019
Photo Courtesy of SPS+ Architects

West-MEC aids students for future careers

Rohan Patel, Sports Editor
January 17, 2019
Courtesy of CBS News Multiple government facilities and national parks have been closed due to the government shutdown.

Trump, GOP, and Democrats must end government shutdown

Rohan Patel, Sports Editor
January 15, 2019
Grab a senior trip flyer today from room 632.

Senior trip offers a California bound summer

Rohan Patel, Sports Editor
January 7, 2019
OHS faced off against Perry on Sep 7, losing by a slim margin of 75-68.

Football ends Homecoming week with a win

Rohan Patel, Sports Editor
October 29, 2018
OHS receiver, Tyler Bergstrom (senior) is tackled by JCHS linebacker, Jeremiah Tauai (junior).

OHS football comes up short against Hawaiian team

Rohan Patel, Sports Editor
September 13, 2018
Ohio St. coach Urban Meyer answers questions at a press conference.

NCAA needs a culture change in wake of scandals

Rohan Patel, Sports Editor
August 31, 2018
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