The Panther

A Tribute to Coach Kimberly Latshaw-Ortiz

Allison Gould, Ana Martinez, and Bella Martin • February 26, 2021

Miami Palmetto Senior High School volleyball coach and physical education teacher Kimberly-Latshaw Ortiz was known for her unmatched strength and positivity throughout her battle with pancreatic cancer...

Tiger Woods Injured in Serious Car Accident

Ana Martinez, Feature/Design Editor • February 24, 2021

Early Tuesday morning, pro golfer Tiger Woods suffered serious injuries after a rollover crash near Rancho Palos Verdes, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff. Woods was the sole passenger of...

Naomi Osaka Wins 2021 Australian Open

Katriona Page, Contents/Copy Editor • February 22, 2021

On Saturday, Feb. 20, Naomi Osaka beat Jennifer Brady in the 2021 Australian Open to clinch her fourth Grand Slam. This means Osaka is now four-for-four; she has won all four of the Grand Slams she has...

Palmetto Spring Sports Have Sprung

Valentina Arias, Multimedia Photo Editor • February 21, 2021

As the school year progresses, many sports have recently started their seasons. The tennis team, badminton team, baseball team, lacrosse team, soccer team and more have commenced their season this year...

Miami Heat Allowing Fans To Attend Home Games With New Precautions

Luca Rodriguez, Staff Writer • February 18, 2021

The Miami Heat will look to increase the number of fans allowed back into the stands with the help of dogs. For the last few weeks, the Heat have allowed season ticket holders to attend home games...

Michael McDowell Takes Home First-Ever Daytona 500 Win

Allison Gould, Life Editor • February 18, 2021

On Feb. 14, the 2021 DAYTONA 500 Race took place, with Michael McDowell coming out on top. This event kicks off the annual National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing season, with many more races lined...

Palmetto’s Girls Varsity Basketball Wins District Championship

Isabella Hewitt, Multimedia Photo Editor • February 12, 2021

On Feb. 5th, the Miami Palmetto Senior High School girls varsity basketball team won the District championship. The team played against Holmes Braddock Senior High School and won with the score of 50-35. According...

Boys Basketball Homecoming Game Recap

Valentina Caceres, Senior Multimedia Editor • February 11, 2021

On Tuesday, Feb. 2, Miami Palmetto Senior High’s boys’ varsity basketball team played Miami Killian Senior High in their first-ever homecoming game. Though the homecoming game is traditionally...

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Win Super Bowl LV

Allison Gould, Life Editor • February 8, 2021

At Super Bowl LV on Feb. 7, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 31-9. Led by quarterback Tom Brady, the Buccaneers became the first team in Super Bowl history to play and win the championship...

Best Super Bowl Commercials of All Time

Samantha Elkins, Multimedia Video Editor • February 7, 2021

The Super Bowl: a three-and-a-half hour football game spent in front of the television eating chips and guac, yelling, cheering and, most importantly, watching great advertisements. A tradition since...

Fun Foods for Super Bowl LV

Jane Heise, Print Editor-in-Chief • February 7, 2021

The restrictions accompanying COVID-19 may make many Super Bowl parties much smaller this year, but indulging in some fattening, delicious foods offers an opportunity to keep up a few traditions. For a...

FACEOFF: Who Will Win Super Bowl LV?

Jack Meyer and Luca Rodriguez • February 6, 2021

Kansas City Chiefs (J.M.) One year ago, the Kansas City Chiefs overcame a 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter of Super Bowl 54 and defeated the San Francisco 49ers by a score of 31-20. After winning...