Passing of the Torch: A Moment of Significance
After Suh dethroned Borruel 7-5, 6-1 at the Biszantz Family Tennis Center, she walked to the net and shook Borruel's hand, a moment filled with added importance. Sunny Hills coach Chris Ghareebo remarked, "Kind of a passing of the torch moment, if (Suh) continues to play high school tennis. That's what we like to see - these athletes playing high school tennis." The coach further praised Suh, stating, "She's a phenomenal player."In achieving this milestone as the first Orange Lutheran girl to capture the CIF singles title since 2009, Suh showcased a remarkable balance of shot-making from the baseline, a strong serve, and unwavering poise. The No. 1-rated freshman in California rallied from 2-0 and 4-2 deficits in the first set to hand Borruel, the No. 5-rated senior in the state, her first singles loss since her freshman year."Sophie's intensity and focus were on an elite level," Orange Lutheran coach Chris Chi said. "She played those game-changing points well." Suh took the lead in the first set at 6-5 with a blistering low forehand shot for a cross-court winner and closed it out with a backhand winner down the line on break point. In the second set, she opened with more backhand winners and broke Borruel's serve. Despite Borruel's fight against cramps and attempts to become only the third girl in Southern Section history to capture three section titles, Suh recorded three of her five aces and added three breaks to finish strongly."Even if I was cramping, which it was kind of getting pretty bad, I still wanted to fight," Borruel said. "That's what I'm proud of. I stuck to it. (The cramping) definitely affected my forehand a bit."Suh expressed her admiration for Borruel, stating, "It was amazing that Daniela won freshman year. I was like, 'Oh, I want to do the same thing. It was great.' … I liked playing high school tennis. It was nice to be on a team."In the semifinals earlier Thursday, Suh defeated Ania Zabost of Louisville 6-1, 6-0, while Borruel beat Beckman freshman Kiara Deng 6-4, 6-3. Deng is the No. 4 freshman in the state.In doubles, Aliso Niguel's Camille and Olivia Allegre and Mater Dei's Anna Cherico and Olivia Mlouk each lost in the semifinals. Cassie Blakey and Stella Simpson-Morgan of undefeated SoCal champion Palos Verdes claimed the doubles title.Unveiling Oliver Anthony's Stance on Beyoncé's Album
Anthony's Encounter with New Management
After his 2023 viral success, Oliver Anthony took on new management. However, he quickly realized they were trying to change him. He emphasized, "I don't need a bunch of nerds and coffee-drinking freaks in Nashville to tell me how to live my life. That was my mistake for relying on them instead of God and the people I trust." This led to a situation where he was asked to make a post about Beyoncé's country album, even though he believed it was trash.He said, "One of the guys I worked with wanted me to make some stupid fucking post about Beyoncé's country album, about how it was good. It makes me just want to throw up." This shows the conflict he faced between his own beliefs and the expectations of the industry.
Offense over Beyoncé's "Jolene" Rendition
Oliver Anthony was particularly offended by Beyoncé's version of Dolly Parton's classic "Jolene." He claimed he couldn't even listen to the entire cut and described it as "total cringe."He said, "It represents how degenerative our society has become that a song like this can come out and anybody actually listen to it and think it's not just complete fucking trash." This shows his strong stance against what he perceives as a lack of authenticity in the music.
Industry's Focus on Profit over Authenticity
Anthony suggested that requests like the one to share a flattering post about Beyoncé and Cowboy Carter happen all the time. He believes that industry figures are more concerned with profit than with the authenticity of the music.He continued, "How many people do that? It's so much theatrics and illusion and characterizations that are built into this whole thing to keep people hanging on for more. And God, if it's that bad in music, it's gotta be bad in everything." This highlights his broader criticism of the industry.
After revealing his plans to pivot away from music and focus on traveling ministry work, Oliver Anthony assured fans he wasn't completely abandoning the country scene. He explained, "No, I'll still be releasing music just like normal, I'll just be set up legally as a ministry. I just have to go at it in baby steps since it's completely DIY."Twice's Winning Strategy and Megan's Impact
First Collaboration: "Mamushi" Remix
Twice previously showed their boldness with the "Mamushi" remix, boldly dubbing themselves "bad and hot like Meg, nine stallions on your mind." This set the stage for their continued confidence and creativity.It was a moment that demonstrated their ability to merge different styles and create a unique musical experience. Their self-proclaimed image of being "hot like Meg" showcased their growing influence and willingness to take risks.
The remix became a hit, attracting the attention of fans worldwide and paving the way for their next big collaboration.
Second Link-up: "Strategy" Music Video
In their all-English title track from the fourteenth mini-album, Twice asserts, "Winning is my trademark, soon you’ll never wanna leave / My strategy, strategy, will getcha, getcha, baby." This showcases their confidence and determination in the music world.The video features the nine members - Jihyo, Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu - outlining their steps to getting a guy and dancing in front of pink targets. Jihyo's fierce dance with the knives adds an element of intrigue, suggesting that her love interest has no choice but to be captivated.
Megan Thee Stallion later makes a grand entrance with her 35-second verse. Wearing a bracelet with all nine of Twice's individual representative colors, she is very direct about her plan to get a man: "Left, right, left right, do it to the beat / Talk with my body, that’s my strategy." Her presence adds a new dimension to the video, creating a powerful synergy between the two artists.
The choreography and visuals in the video are truly captivating, making it a must-watch for fans of both Twice and Megan Thee Stallion. It showcases the group's growth and evolution as artists and their ability to collaborate with different genres and styles.