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The Student News Site of Gulliver Preparatory

The Raider Voice
The Student News Site of Gulliver Preparatory

The Raider Voice
Tommy Thornton

Tommy Thornton, Editor-in-Chief

Tommy Thornton is a senior and Editor-in-Chief for “The Raider Voice”. With over three years on staff, Tommy specializes in writing about all things sports and continues to develop the podcast program. In his spare time he enjoys playing basketball, hanging out with friends, and watching movies during his free time.

All content by Tommy Thornton
During spring break many seniors toured their colleges to see what next year might hold. Students checked out dorms and classrooms, getting a real feel for the place. Campus life started to come into focus with every stop.

[Photo] New Beginnings Approach the Class of 2025 as Seniors Spend Their Last Spring Break Receiving Final College Decisions

Luciana Veloso Muñoz, Staff Writer
April 3, 2025
Senior Tommy Thornton is skiing in Breckenridge, Colorado with his family. He enjoyed time on the mountain slopes with his family and made the most of his last ski week as a senior. A perfect getaway to take advantage of the spring snow.

[Photo] Slideshow | Seniors’ Last Ski Week Adventures

Kate Caballero, Staff Writer
March 4, 2025

A Conversation with Freya Skye

Tommy Thornton and Kate Caballero
February 12, 2025
Anxiety is something some feel from time to time. Students have expressed feeling anxiety at times during stressful situations or deadlines.

The Weight We Carry: Understanding Anxiety in Daily Life

Otto Hellmund, Chase Samole, Luciana Veloso Muñoz, Tommy Thornton, and Gaëlle Timmer
February 5, 2025
Superstars Leaving Miami?

Superstars Leaving Miami?

Tommy Thornton and Levi Mbadiwe
January 13, 2025

Surviving High School: Beyond the Books

Tommy Thornton and Otto Hellmund
November 18, 2024

A Conversation with Talbert Cypress: Chairman of the Miccosukee Tribe

Otto Hellmund and Tommy Thornton
November 13, 2024
Players and coaches celebrate after the huge homecoming victory, joyfully holding the district championship trophy. Even though it wasn’t a district game, they embraced the moment and enjoyed their time together. The smiles on their faces showed how hard they worked to achieve this win.

Raiders Triumph Over University School in Homecoming Victory

Tommy Thornton, Editor-in-Chief
October 28, 2024

Independence, Closer To Home

Tommy Thornton and Kate Caballero
October 14, 2024

The Inside Scoop: A Conversation with President Simon Hess

Tommy Thornton and Otto Hellmund
September 13, 2024
Boaters Safety Club members Max Blumenthal, (Grade 11) Camilia Figueroa, (Grade 11) Kaia Lopez, (Grade 11) and Jacob Diaz (Grade 11) get ready to promote their club for club rush. The club was started last school year and was a huge success, eventually participating with other schools and having a variety of students join. The Boaters Safety Club will be another club students can join during this school year.

Navigating Safety: The Boaters Safety Club’s Mission

Tommy Thornton, Editor-in-Chief
August 16, 2024
Senior, Jack Gonzalez-Whitehouse and junior, Benjamin Pasquier discuss their collection process after categorizing their data. This was crucial for all classmates, as each category had to be thoroughly analyzed.

Ms. Teruel’s Data Science Examines Bias by Analyzing Diversity in Media

Tommy Thornton, Asst. Sports Editor
May 8, 2024

Video | Local Artists Develop Their Craft at the Deering Estate Through the Artist in Residence Program

Tommy Thornton, Antonella Aguero, and Chase Samole
April 26, 2024

TOTTO: Concert Culture

Otto Hellmund and Tommy Thornton
April 25, 2024
The Step Afrika dancers performing their showcase in front of the students. Everybody in attendance cheered for them as they were finishing their performance. This was during a stepping contest between the guys and the girls, which led to the girls winning the round.

Black History Month Assembly Gets to Steppin’

Levi Mbadiwe and Tommy Thornton
March 5, 2024
Friends gather together for a picture while taking a break from collecting trash. After about an hour of picking up trash, students would sit by the rocks to catch a little break. Memorable conversations and activities were held throughout the day.

Junior Class Participated in Annual Beach Cleanup

Tommy Thornton, Staff Writer
January 31, 2024
Sophomore point guard Leondrez Leonard goes up to the basket for a three-point opportunity. Leonard was gifted with two free throws making them both. This was just one of the many shooting fouls he drew.

JV Basketball Faces Tough Challenge, Falls Short Against Riviera Prep

Tommy Thornton, Assistant Sports Editor
January 12, 2024
The Varsity Basketball team takes a picture together for the Annual Celebration of Raider Madness. Food and drinks were served as the team later played for family and friends. Overall, the ceremony was a success as everybody rejoiced.

Raider Basketball: Home Opener

Tommy Thornton, Assistant Sports Editor
November 30, 2023
BollyPop instructors Madhavi Narayanan and Nivedita Mahesh showcase their performance in the gymnasium in celebration of Diwali — the Hindu festival of lights. Both danced to traditional Indian songs as students and faculty cheered them on. Their distinctly-styled choreography stole the show at the Upper School Campus.

Diwali Dance Showcase Celebrates the Festival of Lights

Tommy Thornton and Levi Mbadiwe
November 10, 2023
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) calls out signals during the first half against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on Oct. 1, 2023, in Orchard Park, New York. (Al Diaz/Miami Herald/TNS)

Dolphins Lose Against Bills and See Room For Improvement

Tommy Thornton, Assistant Sports Editor
October 5, 2023
Cosme Salas, el jugador que tiene la posición del pateador, inicia el juego contra Everglades Prep Academy. Esta fue la jugada inicial del partido. Salas pateó el balón hacia la zona de anotación contraria.

Los Raiders dominan sus juegos recientes de fútbol americano

Tommy Thornton, Assistant Sports Editor
October 3, 2023
Robert Burns walks onto the field with his teammates Harrison Herskowitz, Mandy Alonso, and Diego Gonzalez before the game. The whole team came together and shut out Keys Gate High School giving them zero points. Gulliver eventually got the win.

Robert Burns’ Journey to the NFL

Tommy Thornton, Staff Writer
September 21, 2023

In Season Episode 3: Conversation With Rob Burns from the Chicago Bears

Diego Collazo and Tommy Thornton
September 18, 2023
Starting attackman, Hoban Noyes gets prepared to take on Gulliver rivals Belen at Tropical Park during Friday night lights. (DloFilms)

Athlete Profile: Hoban Noyes

Tommy Thornton, Staff Writer
May 8, 2023
After an intense season packed full of hard work and dedication, the team rejoices and embraces with fans after a heart-felt win.

Recap: Soccer Team Brings Home State Championship After Intense Season

Tommy Thornton, Staff Writer
March 10, 2023
In Season Episode 2: Winter Sports

In Season Episode 2: Winter Sports

Tommy Thornton and Diego Collazo
February 28, 2023
Joe Burrow (9) of the Cincinnati Bengals calls a play against the Buffalo Bills during the third quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff game at Highmark Stadium on Jan. 22, 2023, in Orchard Park, New York.

NFL Playoffs Near their Close as Super Bowl Approaches

Tommy Thornton, Staff Writer
January 26, 2023
Miami Dolphins running back Jeff Wilson Jr. rushes against the New York Jets during the first half Sunday.

Miami Dolphins End Five-Year Playoff Drought

Tommy Thornton, Sports Editor
January 11, 2023
In Season Episode 1: Fall Sports

In Season Episode 1: Fall Sports

Tommy Thornton and Diego Collazo
November 17, 2022
Miami Dolphins quarterback Teddy Bridgewater sets up to pass against the Minnesota Vikings during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday after Skylar Thompson was hurt.

Miami Dolphins Backup QB Overview

Tommy Thornton, Staff Writer
October 18, 2022
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and wide receiver Tyreek Hill take the field for their game against the New England Patriots at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday in Miami Gardens.

The Miami Dolphins Beat the New England Patriots 20-7 with Season Opener at Hard Rock Stadium

Tommy Thornton, Staff Writer
September 12, 2022
Tua Tagovailoa (1) of the Miami Dolphins throws a pass during the first quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Hard Rock Stadium on Aug. 20, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Megan Briggs/Getty Images/TNS)

Commentary | Miami Dolphins Preseason

Tommy Thornton, Staff Writer
August 24, 2022
Verone McKinley III of Oregon runs a drill during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 6, 2022 in Indianapolis. (Getty Images/TNS)

Commentary | NFL Draft Round 1

Tommy Thornton, Contributing Writer
May 4, 2022
New Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel looks on before the start of his introductory press conference at Baptist Health Training Complex in Hard Rock Stadium on Thursday, Feb. 10, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Commentary | A New Dolphins Era with Head Coach Hire Mike McDaniel

Tommy Thornton, Contributing Writer
February 28, 2022
The Dolphins celebrate after scoring a touchdown against the Giants on Sunday, with a final score of 20 – 9.

Commentary | Dolphins Win Over Giants

Tommy Thornton, Contributing Writer
December 8, 2021
On Nov. 7, the Dolphins won against the Houston Texans with a final score of 17-9.

Commentary | Dolphins Defeat Houston Texans

Tommy Thornton, Contributing Writer
November 11, 2021
injured Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa greets teammates before the start of a game against the Indianapolis Colts on Oct. 3, 2021, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Commentary | Jaguars vs. Dolphins Disappointment

Tommy Thornton, Contributing Writer
October 24, 2021
Miami Dolphins Miami Dolphins quarterback Jacoby Brissett (14) is sacked late in the first half by Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle Al-Quadin Muhammad (97) during NFL game at Hard Rock Stadium Sunday in Miami Gardens.

Commentary | Dolphins vs. Colts Game Recap

Tommy Thornton, Contributing Writer
October 7, 2021
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) drops to his knees after getting injured in the first quarter during a game against the Buffalo Bills in Miami Gardens on Sunday, September 19, 2021.

Commentary | Miami’s Devastating Loss

Tommy Thornton, Contributing Writer
September 22, 2021
Jaylen Waddle (17) of the Miami Dolphins runs with the ball after a reception against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium on September 12, 2021 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

Commentary | Winning With Miami: Dolphins Seal First Season Win

Tommy Thornton, Contributing Writer
September 15, 2021
Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard (25) intercepts a ball intended for Kansas City Chiefs' Tyreek Hill (10) during the second half on Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Commentary | Future Looks Bright For Miami Dolphins 2021 Season

Tommy Thornton, Contributing Writer
September 13, 2021
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