Magical Royalty: Meet the 2024 homecoming court

Following this year’s homecoming dance and festivities, Samo students nominated their favorites for homecoming court. The ten finalists were presented during the pep rally on Oct. 18 and the winners were announced at the football game. The nominees share their thoughts and feelings about being on homecoming court.

Hope Wang / The Samohi

“I had two dresses I couldn’t decide between, so I thought I might as well wear both” - Sienna Bevan (’25)

Hope Wang / The Samohi 

 “It would be a great deal if I won just thinking about how many people would have to vote for me is kind of crazy” - Sammy Reynoso (’25)

Hope Wang / The Samohi 

“Being homecoming queen to me means representing Samohi’s school spirit and culture” - Mia LaPalm (’25)

Hope Wang / The Samohi 

“It's meaningful to be on Hoco Court because it's my senior year, I just wanted to have fun with all of my friends” - Kyla Cotton (’25)

Hope Wang / The Samohi 

 “I wanted to be on Homcoming court because I wanted students to look up to someone who is always getting involved and working hard” - Juiliett Rojas (’25)

Hope Wang / The Samohi 

“Now is the time to have this once-in-a-lifetime experience. You are only a senior once so it’s fun to get up there and represent the school” - Ry Bardacke (’25)

Hope Wang / The Samohi 

“I thought Hoco court would be a really great experience to be in and also to have my family be there with me” - Charles Cravings (’25)

Hope Wang / The Samohi

“I ran for Hoco Court for fun with my boyfriend” - Sofia Moreno (’25)

Hope Wang / The Samohi 

“Being a part of homecoming court is a tradition and an honor. I value the legacy of homecoming and am happy to be a part of the experience” - Ethan Fitzgerald (’25)

Hope Wang / The Samohi 

“It's meaningful to be on Hoco court because I want to make my senior year as memorable as possible” - Brady Satinover (’25)