as in freshman
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Recent Examples of upperclassman
With hundreds of talented prospects to cover this offseason, the front office has traveled to both the Shrine Bowl in Frisco, Texas and the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama this week to get a close look at college’s top upperclassmen.
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Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2025
Head coach Kirk Saarloos praised his upperclassmen players for their mentality and mentorship while pointing out how impressed he’s been from this freshman class.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Jan. 2025
Briana Webb, one of the few upperclassmen on the team, led the Highlanders with 24 points.
—Nathan Canilao, The Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2025
In Paschal’s last two seasons in 6A, the upperclassmen had a goal: Win one district game.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Jan. 2025
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Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 29 Jan. 2025
Head coach Kirk Saarloos praised his upperclassmen players for their mentality and mentorship while pointing out how impressed he’s been from this freshman class.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Jan. 2025
Briana Webb, one of the few upperclassmen on the team, led the Highlanders with 24 points.
—Nathan Canilao, The Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2025
In Paschal’s last two seasons in 6A, the upperclassmen had a goal: Win one district game.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upperclassman
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As a freshman, Flagg has been the best player in the nation this season averaging 18.9 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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In 2016, Elizabeth was a freshman at Culleoka Unit School after being homeschooled for most of her life.—
Alex Gurley,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
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Jaxson Davis, a star sophomore guard with offers from several high-major colleges, was terrific for Warren (28-10), which advanced to take on Benet (32-5) in the state final at 8 p.m. Saturday.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2025
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On Thursday, sophomore Andrew Goldman had a 66% average in faceoffs with 10 ground balls to earn MVP honors in Loyola’s 14-11 win over San Francisco St. Ignatius, the No. 1 lacrosse team in the state.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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There are 27 teams — men, women and juniors from eight years up — and 750 members.—
Daniel Taylor,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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Some projects could be funded with money already in the budget while others may require the district to seek federal, state or private grants, Naperville North junior Isabel Martinson told the board during the presentation.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2025
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Now, middle school and underclassmen athletes have new role models within their community that prove success at the highest level is attainable.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Mar. 2025
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There are still two Ohio State underclassmen who still need to announce their intentions regarding this year’s draft: cornerback Davison Igbinosun and linebacker Sonny Styles.—
Dane Brugler,
The Athletic,
20 Jan. 2025
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Back then Halverson, armed with a degree in elementary education with an undergrad in sports management, had his eye on a college coaching career.—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Mar. 2025
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Nearly one decade ago, De Noire was in her second year of undergrad studying psychology.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Upperclassman.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upperclassman. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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