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Maya Cinemas has long been the jewell in the crown of downtown Salinas.
Maya Cinema to return to downtown Salinas
The 800s building is in its first year of operation at Alisal High.
New Building, New Problems
Tommy the Trojan walks past a crowd of students during lunchtime rally.
Tommy’s Unforgettable Debut
Last but certainly not least, English teacher Mick Battaglini read aloud his own Credo poem with his AP English Language fourth period during the last hour of finals. "It's been amazing," he said. "It's been wonderful. It's been the best experience."
The Last Chapter
English teacher Kaitlin Hardeman going over The Crucible for her students' final. “I’ll truly miss my students and the community we have built,” she said.
Every End is a New Beginning
Edward Martinez, senior, examines the options in the Alisal cafeteria.
Food safety raises concern
This mural representing the Alisal community features Cesar Chavez, who was once a role model and someone to honor, but is now caught in controversy. This poses the question: What happens next?
The Cesar Chavez mural: What happens next?
Senior sunrise provides seniors with the opportunity to watch the sun rise and enjoy it with their friends.
Was the senior sunrise a success?
Getting ready is the first step towards success in school
Getting ready is the first step towards success in school
Though still being high schoolers themselves, many upperclassmen, and some underclassmen, get frustrated with some of their peers' lack of maturity. "They’re very immature within certain topics,” senior Marilyn Castro said. “It makes me exhausted when I have to deal with them.” (Canva)
If the Shoe Fits
The girls tennis team takes it to the court to demonstrate their determination and readiness to compete as girls tennis player, eleventh grader Samantha Abergos, begins a match against North Salinas at home.
Return of serve
Junior Lissete Alfaro-Puga hits a forehand against Rancho San Juan.
Girls tennis team starts season strong with big win
The Salinas City Championship Meet
The Salinas City Championship Meet
The Under Dog
The Under Dog
After the boys’ varsity swim team secured their win at PCALs, the team jumped into the pool one last time to celebrate their win. “It was good feeling knowing that we showed up at practice and knowing our hard work paid off,” junior Chris Alvarez said. “Everyone was excited and it was a fun moment.” (alisal_swimming)
Boys’ Varsity Swim Team Places 1st in the Cypress Division
Maya Cinemas has long been the jewell in the crown of downtown Salinas.
Maya Cinema to return to downtown Salinas
Wisin, a well known artist in the Reggaeton genre, promoted his newest album "Universidad del Perreo" by making people believe he was actually founding a new University.
La Universidad del Perreo
Karol G performed live at Levi's Stadium in August of 2026.
The feeling of your own concert
Avengers: Doomsday is set to release on December 18 2026. (Marvel Studios)
Why Avengers Doomsday will be the movie of the year
Olivia Rodrigo is back with a new surprise single, ahead of her Daisy Chain Fields festival. (Interscope Records)
“Serena joy” addresses the hypocrisy of our times
The student news site of Alisal High School

Trojan Tribune
The student news site of Alisal High School

Trojan Tribune
Adults gamble while teens doomscroll, revealing how different generations become absorbed in activities designed to keep them engaged. Left: A woman plays a slot machine in Las Vegas, NV. Right: Miguel Aguirre (12) and Aithan Maravillo (11) take a break to check their phones.
One more spin, one more scroll
Gambling and doom scrolling share trends in addictive behavior
Janelle Edeza, Staff Writer • October 2, 2026

The casino floor never seems to stop. Flashing lights fill the room as machines make their familiar sounds, buttons are pressed, and people move...

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Opinion
Edward Martinez, senior, examines the options in the Alisal cafeteria.
Food safety raises concern
Edgar Rivas, Lead Investigative Reporter • September 30, 2026
This mural representing the Alisal community features Cesar Chavez, who was once a role model and someone to honor, but is now caught in controversy. This poses the question: What happens next?
The Cesar Chavez mural: What happens next?
Allyson Tapia, Lead Editorial Writer • September 29, 2026
Senior sunrise provides seniors with the opportunity to watch the sun rise and enjoy it with their friends.
Was the senior sunrise a success?
Lucero Canseco, Staff Writer • September 29, 2026
Sports
The girls tennis team takes it to the court to demonstrate their determination and readiness to compete as girls tennis player, eleventh grader Samantha Abergos, begins a match against North Salinas at home.
Return of serve
Daniela Bravo, Lead Reporter • September 29, 2026
Junior Lissete Alfaro-Puga hits a forehand against Rancho San Juan.
Girls tennis team starts season strong with big win
Alexander Juarez, Staff Writer • September 25, 2026
The Salinas City Championship Meet
The Salinas City Championship Meet
Alondra Rios, Staff Writer • September 24, 2026
A&E
Maya Cinemas has long been the jewell in the crown of downtown Salinas.
Maya Cinema to return to downtown Salinas
Camila Pacheco, Staff Writer • October 5, 2026
Wisin, a well known artist in the Reggaeton genre, promoted his newest album "Universidad del Perreo" by making people believe he was actually founding a new University.
La Universidad del Perreo
Derick Farfan-Medina, Staff Writer • September 29, 2026
Karol G performed live at Levi's Stadium in August of 2026.
The feeling of your own concert
Evelyn Hernandez, Staff Writer • September 29, 2026
Avengers: Doomsday is set to release on December 18 2026. (Marvel Studios)
Why Avengers Doomsday will be the movie of the year
Jesus Orozco, Staff Writer • September 29, 2026
Olivia Rodrigo is back with a new surprise single, ahead of her Daisy Chain Fields festival. (Interscope Records)
“Serena joy” addresses the hypocrisy of our times
Alan Reyes, Staff Writer • September 25, 2026
Horror? Comedy? Casper Kelly's new film will leave you scratching your head
Horror? Comedy? Casper Kelly’s new film will leave you scratching your head
Matteo Acevedo-Vasquez, Staff Writer • September 25, 2026
News
Maya Cinemas has long been the jewell in the crown of downtown Salinas.
Maya Cinema to return to downtown Salinas
Camila Pacheco, Staff Writer • October 5, 2026

Downtown Salinas has been filled with the neon glow of the Maya Cinema for over two decades, until the lights deteriorated immensely. The place...

The 800s building is in its first year of operation at Alisal High.
New Building, New Problems
Alexandra Delgado, Lead Investigative Reporter • September 28, 2026

For students at Alisal, the morning announcements provide much information on what is happening within our school. Unfortunately the students...

Tommy the Trojan walks past a crowd of students during lunchtime rally.
Tommy’s Unforgettable Debut
Andres Martinez, Staff Writer • September 4, 2026

Alisal High School’s new mascot made his first appearance during a lunch rally before stealing the night at Alisal's second football matchup...

Last but certainly not least, English teacher Mick Battaglini read aloud his own Credo poem with his AP English Language fourth period during the last hour of finals. "It's been amazing," he said. "It's been wonderful. It's been the best experience."
The Last Chapter
Emma Ocampo and Alan Reyes • May 29, 2026

After 35 years at Alisal, AP English and yearbook teacher Mick Battaglini is riding off into the sunset into retirement. The 2025-2026 school...

English teacher Kaitlin Hardeman going over The Crucible for her students' final. “I’ll truly miss my students and the community we have built,” she said.
Every End is a New Beginning
Allyson Tapia, Reporter • May 29, 2026

Seniors aren’t the only ones leaving this May. English teacher Kaitlin Hardeman, who has been a part of the Trojan family for 6 years, will...

Food and Culture
Delicious rigatoni alfredo with crispy shrimp frittata and topped with freshly grated romano cheese.
Olive Garden’s never ending pasta is back
Isaac Ramos, Staff Writer • September 29, 2026
Chick-Fil-A's new fall menu includes the new Chicken & Waffle sandwiches.
Chick-Fil-A serves up new chicken & waffles sandwich
Karlo Rodriguez, Staff Writer • September 29, 2026
After a long awaited return the Spicy McNuggets are back and better than ever.
Nugget wars
Andres Tapia, Staff Writer • September 25, 2026
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