Cole Esrick is a 9th grade student in his first year in the newsroom. He is interested in writing about school news and sports. Outside of school, he enjoys baking and playing soccer.

Tavio Mares-Van Praag is an 11th grade student in his third year in the newsroom. He enjoys writing and filming sports content. Outside of the newsroom, he likes playing and watching soccer along with sailing, snowboarding, and basketball. Tavio runs The Gator‘s sports broadcasting initiative and is a proud producer and commentator for the livestreams.

Ben is a 9th grade student in his first semester in the Gator. He enjoys playing and watching sports, specifically soccer. He is interested in sports journalism and photography in the newsroom.