This year’s senior class has been filled with a wide variety of athletically talented students. But when it comes to the hardwood, there is one player that sticks out in your mind.

Evan Kelley (10’) has made a name for himself over his past four years in high school. He is a physical specimen standing at 6’4’’ 180 pounds of pure manly man. Not to mention he has a devastating jumper and an unparalleled ability to drive the lane.

Evan was born and raised here in Norwalk and ever since he could remember he has had a basketball in his hand.

“I have been playing since I was five, I wasn’t the best ball handler but I have always been a good shooter,” said Kelley.

Winter is here and with that comes frigid weather and endless amounts of snow. The only thing on people’s minds will be staying warm and cozy. Fortunately for many Americans, they own a pair of UGGS.

UGG was not a brand name but an age old generic term for this style of Australian-made sheepskin boot. In Aussie slang, the UGG name is short for "ugly." In terms of comfort, however, the UGG Boot is a thing of beauty. The softness of the Australian Merino sheepskin produces a boot with a snug, cozy, form-fitting feel that’s more like a sock than a shoe, yet it is rugged enough for outdoor wear.

Traditionally, UGG Boots are sported by women. They came onto the scene in 2007, where it seemed like almost every girl in school had a pair. They were ridiculed by men.

Cameron Prescott (’12) is a well known UGG player hater. He commented, “They are fugly. They look ugly, they sound ugly.”

These harsh words can some up the ideology of most men but not all.

One man stands above the rest when it comes to rockin’ UGGS. He is a true pioneer venturing into the unexplored territory of male fashion.  John Sornatale (’10), claims that he is the first man at Norwalk High School to own a pair of man UGGS, MUGGS for short.

            He says, “People used to frown upon male UGGS, but the comfort and the way the hug you’re feet make them simply irresistible.”

            His view on the sheepskin wonders is shared by many other high school males. A survey was conducted at lunch where 1/3 of the guys owned a pair of MUGGS.

            According to Sophie Katz (’13), it is ok for guys to wear them. She said, “It’s weird if guys where the boots, but I don’t mind it if they are the moccasin or slipper kind.”

            So for all the guys out there; don’t be quick to judge the next pair of MUGGS you see. Give them a try and if they are not for you, simply return them. Remember one thing, all natural Australian sheepskin.

When it comes down to it, there is only one question to ask; what kind of pants do you wear?

Most men do not take into consideration the style of pants they wear. What they do not realize though is that it can either make or break the look you are going for.

At Norwalk High School you can find a wide variety of pant flair. Some guys prefer skinny jeans. These are skin tight jeans that seem to barely allow any breathing room. There is a misconception about skinny jeans being too tight, when in actuality they are very comfortable. According to skinny jean wearers, they provide a relaxed fit with ample leg movement. So do not be quick to judge the next guy you see wearing pants that look a little too snug.