sophomore
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In 1986, a sophomore named Michael Jordan scored 63 points against the Boston Celtics.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
Ah’Mari, a whip-fast sophomore wide receiver with two state championships under his belt, peered out the window as various high-school campuses passed below.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
But in the season opener, he threw an interception and a new coach made him share time at quarterback with an up-and-coming sophomore.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
Alijah Arenas will withdraw his name from the NBA draft and return to USC for his sophomore season, according to a person familiar with the decision not authorized to speak publicly on the matter.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026
Because I had done pretty good my freshman, sophomore, and junior years, I had a short schedule and could leave at noon everyday.
From "The Boy in the Black Suit" by Jason Reynolds
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