The online student news source of Lovejoy High School

The Red Ledger
The online student news source of Lovejoy High School

The Red Ledger
The online student news source of Lovejoy High School

The Red Ledger

Adam Matacale, LJP Staff, Studio & Equipment Manager

Junior Adam Matacale is the Equipment Manager for LJP. He also assist with all studio productions for LJP.

 

 

All content by Adam Matacale
Rapper J-Cole released album "The Off-Season" on May 14. TRL's James Mapes said that the album "wasn’t better than J-Cole’s previous album" but is still "extraordinary and ground-breaking."

Review: J-Cole’s releases impressive, unforgettable album

James Mapes, Staff Writer
May 19, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 31: Last lap

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
May 17, 2021
Monthly melodies: May

Monthly melodies: May

James Mapes, Staff Writer
May 14, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 30: Strike out

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
May 10, 2021
"The legacy that I am leaving behind is not one of great awards, or accomplishments, but one of kindness, and the pureness of the human heart. All of the hate, love, and everything in between helped me become the man I am today."

Senior Goodbye: Behind the smile

James Mapes, Staff Writer
May 7, 2021
SHADOW AND BONE (L to R) JESSIE MEI LI as ALINA STARKOV and BEN BARNES as THE DARKLING / GENERAL KIRIGAN in SHADOW AND BONE Cr. DAVID APPLEBY/NETFLIX © 2021

Review: Netflix’s new “Shadow and Bone” is engaging, and interesting

James Mapes, Staff Writer
May 5, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 29: Senior goodbyes

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
May 3, 2021
Netflix released "Stowaway" on April 22. TRL's James Mapes said the movie has an "interesting plot" and is "enjoyable."

Review: Netflix’s ‘Stowaway’ highlights the importance of sacrifice

James Mapes, Staff Writer
April 27, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 28: Awards season

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
April 26, 2021
Taylor Swift released a reimagined version of her 2008 album "Fearless" on April 9. TRL's James Mapes said that Taylor's Swift vocals make a difference and the album doesn't include the "nostalgic feeling" of the previous album.

Taylor Swift’s rerecorded “Fearless” includes subtle differences from original album

James Mapes, Staff Writer
April 20, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 27: Making memories

Ryan Wang and James Mapes
April 19, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 26: Virtual festivals

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
April 13, 2021
TRL's James Mapes says that, "Rodrigo has the potential to be in the music industry for a long time because even though her new song “Deja Vu” didn’t hit record numbers on the chart like her song “Driver’s License,” it is a song that's message of reflection will resonate with a variety of age demographics. "

Review: Olivia Rodrigo drops another single

James Mapes
April 9, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 25: Long weekend adventures

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
April 6, 2021
Lana Del Rey released her album “Chemtrails Over The Country Club” on March 19. TRL's James Mapes said Rey's uniqueness is "conveyed through Rey’s storytelling."

Lana Del Rey’s returns with unique “Chemtrails Over The Country Club”

James Mapes, Staff Writer
March 30, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 24: Goals accomplished

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
March 29, 2021
Justin Bieber's new album, "Justice," was released on March 19. TRL's James Mapes said that "Justice" has "so many unique and various features."

Justin Bieber delivers groundbreaking album, ‘Justice’

James Mapes, Staff Writer
March 26, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 23: March madness

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
March 22, 2021
"Chaos Walking" premiered in theaters on March 5. TRL's James Mapes said the movie "doesn't contain the best acting."

‘Chaos Walking’ hits theaters as an appreciative, subtle film

James Mapes, Staff Writer
March 19, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 22: Spring forward

Ryan Wang and James Mapes
March 15, 2021
TRL's James Mapes says that the album includes "all different types of music including Indie, EDM, Pop and some Pop-Rock."

Review: Madison Beer’s ‘Life Support’ is a pleasant surprise

James Mapes, Staff Writer
March 4, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 21: Seasons end

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
March 1, 2021
TRL's James Mapes says that while listening to album 'there were definitely moments that showed promise.'

Review: Robin Thicke’s new album, ‘On Earth and In Heaven,’ is basic, boring

James Mapes, Staff Writer
February 25, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 20: Snow storm

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
February 22, 2021
TRL's James Mapes said that Rich The Kid's new album, "Lucky 7" is not for those who "aren't the biggest fans" of rap. Mapes said he looked forward to listening to the song "Too Blessed" the most.

Rich The Kid’s new album ‘Lucky 7’ is unoriginal

James Mapes, Staff Writer
February 10, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 19: The big game

Ryan Wang and James Mapes
February 8, 2021
The movie "The Dig" is a film about archaeology that Netflix released on Jan. 15. TRL's James Mapes said that the conflict in the movie gives "insight to the character," and the characters are "top-notch and relatable."

Netflix’s ‘The Dig’ includes impressive character development

James Mapes, Staff Writer
February 4, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 18: Stock talk

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
February 1, 2021
TRL's James Mapes says that "if you are searching for an album that should win awards for its story-telling or top-tier music, you have sadly come to the wrong place."

Review: Why Don’t We’s ‘The Good Times And The Bad Ones’ is an easy listen

James Mapes, Staff Writer
January 27, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 17: Debate details

Ryan Wang and James Mapes
January 25, 2021
Zayn Malik's new album “Nobody Is Listening” was released on Jan. 15. TRL's James Mapes said that every song "alters one mood from the song before."

Review: Zayn Malik’s ‘Nobody Is Listening’ album provides a song for every mood

James Mapes, Staff Writer
January 20, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 16: 2020 in review

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
January 19, 2021
TRL's James Mapes says that the album "totals for a great new project that anyone can listen to."

Review: Morgan Wallen’s ‘Dangerously’ consists of great lyrics, features

James Mapes, Staff Writer
January 14, 2021
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 15: New year, same hosts

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
January 11, 2021
TRL's James Mapes said that Shawn Mendes' new studio album "Wonder" is for "the most dedicated" of Mendes' fans. The album is "unoriginal" but has some "bright spots."

Review: Shawn Mendes’ ‘Wonder’ album offers unoriginal songs

James Mapes, Staff Writer
December 15, 2020
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 14: Playoffs

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
December 14, 2020
TRL's James Mapes said Miley Cyrus' new album features many songs with a "heavy rock influence," giving Cyrus a "huge comeback" into the music industry.

Review: Miley Cyrus’ ‘Plastic Hearts’ features unique, enjoyable songs

James Mapes, Staff Writer
December 9, 2020
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep.13: ‘Tis the season

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
December 7, 2020
TRL's James Mapes said that AC/DC's 'Power Up' "releases all your endorphins," but is similar to past music they released.

Review: AC/DC’s new album, ‘Power Up’ matches past albums

James Mapes, Staff Writer
December 1, 2020
TRL's James Mapes said that 'Dash & Lily' is a "great show" with a "depthy plot and unique characters."

Review: ‘Dash & Lily’ solves mystery for love

James Mapes, Staff Writer
November 18, 2020
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java Season 2, Ep. 12: Practice makes perfect

Ryan Wang and James Mapes
November 16, 2020
TRL's James Mapes says that this album is "definitely worth recommending to your friends if you want them to think you listen to good music."

Review: Trippie Redd’s ‘Pegasus’ consists energetic, hype songs

James Mapes, Staff Writer
November 11, 2020
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Ep. 11: Uncertain times

Ryan Wang and James Mapes
November 9, 2020
TRL's James Mapes said that Luke Combs' album 'What You See Is What You Get' gives fans Combs' "original vocals and songwriting."

Review: New album released by country star Luke Combs

James Mapes, Staff Writer
November 6, 2020
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java Season 2, Ep. 10: Homecoming happenings

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
November 4, 2020
"The Queen's Gambit" is about chess also introduces "important real-world issues."

Review: Netflix’s ‘The Queen’s Gambit’ includes depth, emotion

James Mapes, Staff Writer
October 29, 2020
TRL's James Mapes said that most of the songs on Trey Songz's album are "lackluster and nothing special."

Review: Trey Songz’s album ‘Back Home’ lacks diversity

James Mapes, Staff Writer
October 27, 2020
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java Season 2, Ep. 9: Exercising your right

Ryan Wang and James Mapes
October 26, 2020
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java: Season 2, Episode 8: Second quarter begins

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
October 19, 2020
In the Monthly Melodies series, TRL covers some of the most notable albums and singles that dropped in the last month that were not covered with their own in-depth review.

Monthly melodies: October

James Mapes, Staff Writer
October 16, 2020
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java Season 2, Ep.7: College admissions

Ryan Wang and James Mapes
October 13, 2020
TRL's James Mapes says Joji's album "has a wide variety of different genres of music, and love songs are no exception."

Review: Joji’s ‘Nectar’ provides abstract, fulfilling songs

James Mapes, Staff Writer
October 7, 2020

Jungle Java Season 2, Ep. 6: Teacher talk

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
October 5, 2020
Senior Brynn Egger blocks the ball after an attempted spike onto the Leopards. Egger plays as a middle for Lovejoy.

Featured Athlete: Brynn Egger

James Mapes, Staff Writer
October 1, 2020
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java Season 2, Ep. 5: Changed cheers

James Mapes and Ryan Wang
September 28, 2020
TRL's James Mapes said that NBA Youngboy's new album "has a song for any and every mood you are in."

Review: NBA YoungBoy’s ‘Top’ is a catchy, energetic album

James Mapes, Staff Writer
September 23, 2020
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java Season 2, Ep. 4: Fan favorite

Ryan Wang and James Mapes
September 21, 2020
Freshmen Kailey Littlefield prepares for a run. Littlefield attended the Amateur Athlete Union this past summer.

Freshman attends Junior Olympic Games

James Mapes and Katie Dolberry
September 17, 2020
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java Season 2, Ep. 3: Events around school

Ryan Wang and James Mapes
September 14, 2020
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java Season 2, Ep. 2: Moving to a new melody

Ryan Wang and James Mapes
September 8, 2020
The Jungle Java Podcast dives into school news on a variety of topics including athletics, school spirit, fine arts, and much more.

Jungle Java Season 2, Ep. 1: Fresh Start

Ryan Wang and James Mapes
August 31, 2020
The Lady Leopards huddle before the game. The team takes a moment to take about game tactics before every game.

Girls soccer claims first district title

James Mapes, Staff Writer
May 5, 2020
Lance Boxell coached the girl's basketball team for six years in the district and is now transferring to Frisco Reedy.

Lady Leopards coach resigns after six years of coaching

James Mapes, Staff Writer
April 24, 2020
Yesterday it was officially announced that prom was cancelled. The school is still looking to host an alternative event in light that students can return to school in May.

Prom cancelled for entire student body

James Mapes, Staff Writer
April 7, 2020
Senior Reagan Matacle does a cut right to get around a player from The Colony. Lovejoy lost the game with a score of 4-1.

Girls soccer to face Denison after loss against Wylie East

James Mapes, Staff Writer
February 27, 2020
Junior Hannah Dunlap dribbles the ball to look for left wing Reagan Matacle. Dunlap assisted the Leopard's goal in the first half.

Girls soccer looks to move on from ‘fluke’ defeat

James Mapes
February 20, 2020
Senior Jed Jones practices his backstroke. Jones looks to defend his state title in the 200 IM

Swim and Dive looks to carry momentum into state.

James Mapes, Staff Writer
February 11, 2020
Freshmen Callan Snider take a free kick at the 20-yard-line. She misses the shot blocked by The Colony's goalie.

Girls soccer aims to finish out game against Melissa Cardinals

James Mapes, Staff Writer
January 31, 2020
Senior Reagan Matacale is greeted by her teammates as she takes the field.

Girls soccer seeks to build early season momentum

James Mapes, Staff Writer
January 17, 2020
Lily Mccutcheon participates in Student Council, Cross Country, is president of The Key Club, and is Class President. She is a very active participant in school organizations.

Leopard Look: Lily McCutcheon

James Mapes, Staff Writer
January 10, 2020
Junior Ryan Schlimme finished composing his third violin concerto this year after working on it for nearly two years.

The key to stress relief

James Mapes, Staff Writer
December 2, 2019
“Our community leaders must stay focused and committed to ensure our students continue the legacy of success that has become Lovejoy.”

Barrett Owens takes trustee position 7

James Mapes, Staff Writer
October 22, 2019
The choir will host their annual Coffeehouse event for the community. It will be held in the commons where coffee will be available.

Choir to host annual Coffeehouse community event Sept. 21

James Mapes, Staff Writer
September 18, 2019
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