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On the rainy night of Jan. 17, 2024, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys basketball takes on Grace Brethren High School (Grace Brethren) in a defensive 54-43 win. The top scorers of the game were two sophomores, Nick Drucker 26 (number 5) and Elijah Spencer 26 (number 42). Drucker had 16 points, three of which were 3-pointers. Spencer had 10 points, most of which were scored from the paint. On the defensive side, Luigirey Guce 25 (number 1) had multiple steals, leading to fast breaks that got the Dragons easy lay-ups. Although they scored only 21 points in the first half, Foothill Tech pushed past their slow start, ending the game with 22 points in the fourth quarter. Their next game is on Jan. 19, 2024, against Villanova Preparatory High School (Villanova).

Photo Essay: Boys’ basketball defends their home court against Grace Brethren in a 54-43 win

Lauren Kaller, Photographer • January 18, 2024

On Jan. 11, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls basketball team played against Santa Clara High School (Santa Clara) in a league match. The Dragons won with a score of 46-26. In this photo, Petra Falcocchia 24 (number 23) got fouled and lines up for two free throw attempts.

Girls’ basketball triumphs against Santa Clara 46-26

Ian Toreja, Reporter • January 16, 2024

On Jan. 11, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball team laced up their shoes once more for a battle against Santa Clara High School (Santa Clara). Foothill Tech left...

On the freezing evening of Jan. 11, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls soccer team hosted St. Bonaventure High School (Bonnie). In this anticipated game, Eva Gonvalves 25 (number 15) glances at the sideline and looks at her coach, Patricia (Patty) Gomez, who gives her suggestions on how to give her team an advantage. Goncalves 25 made some beautiful passes forcing the defense to stumble and give her team a 2-0 lead. Goncalves 25 is one of the most effective facilitators on the field and has also been called upon to be a leader for this years team. Later in this game, Foothill Tech will come out victorious over their league opponent, Bonnie.

Girls’ soccer emerges triumphant with 2-0 against St. Bonaventure

Chance Leandro, Reporter • January 15, 2024

On the starry night of Jan. 11, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls' soccer team faced off against St. Bonaventure High School (Bonnie) at the Ventura College Sportsplex....

On the evening of Jan. 11, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys soccer team faced off against Bishop Garcia Diego High School (Bishop Diego). The Dragons shake hands with the Bishop Diego after destroying them with a final score of 13-1.

Boys’ soccer crushes Bishop Diego in 13-1 win

Dane Dodos, Reporter • January 14, 2024

On the frigid night of Jan. 11, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ soccer team fought hard against Bishop Garcia Diego High School (Bishop Diego) for an impressive performance...

On the chilly night of Jan. 10, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys basketball team started the new year strong, winning their first league game against the Thacher School (Thacher). Foothill Tech huddles up at the end of the first quarter with a quick motivational talk from their head coach Jamaal Brown. They lead the first quarter with a score of 11-10.

Boys’ basketball shuts down Thacher in first league game

Conor White, Reporter • January 13, 2024

On the evening of Jan. 10, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ basketball team competed against the Thacher School (Thacher) in their first league game of their season. The...

On Jan. 4, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball team played against St. Bonaventure High School (Bonnie) in a league game. The Dragons won with a score of 49-32.

Girls’ basketball outlasts St. Bonaventure in 49-32 win

Ian Toreja, Reporter • January 7, 2024

On Jan. 4, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball team took on their rivals, St. Bonaventure High School (Bonnie), on the hardwood of the Ventura College gymnasium....

Alexa Taylor ’24 receives Athlete of the Week for her remarkable 2023 sports season, where she has begun to display her exceptional skills as one of the top girls’ basketball players on campus. The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) community appreciates all her hard work in representing the school.

Athlete of the Week: Alexa Taylor

Conor White, Reporter • January 2, 2024

As the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball team enters the middle of their season, an exceptional player that regularly stands out is Alexa Taylor ‘24. Taylor, a dedicated...

On Dec. 18, 2023, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ basketball team faced a tough loss against Newbury Park High School (Newbury) in a non-league game with a score of 39-50.

Boys’ basketball endures a hard fought loss against Newbury

Ian Toreja, Reporter • December 21, 2023

The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ basketball team faced off against Newbury Park High School (Newbury) in a game highlighted with deep threes, shifty plays and an energetic home...

Maddie Wicks 26 has been playing soccer since she was five and has continued to persist and work hard in the sport she loves. After only having been with the Dragons soccer program for two years she has helped shape it into the unique community it is today.

Athlete of the week: Maddie Wicks

Dane Dodos, Reporter • December 18, 2023

With the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ soccer team winding up their season, one player continues to stand out with her hard work and dedication on and off the field. Maddie Wicks...

On Dec. 14, 2023, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball faced a heartbreaking loss to Santa Barbara High School (Santa Barbara) with a score of 31-34. In this photo, Janae Dixon 24 (number 22) and Rihanna Samples 25 (number 2) jump up trying to secure the rebound for an offensive possession.

Girls’ basketball narrowly loses to Santa Barbara in tight matchup

Conor White, Reporter • December 17, 2023

On Dec. 14, 2023, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball team played the Santa Barbara High School Dons (Santa Barbara) at Ventura High School’s (Ventura) Tuttle...

On the breezy afternoon of Dec. 14, 2023, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) varsity boys’ soccer takes on St. Bonaventure High School (St. Bonnie) in a victorious 9-0 win. The Dragons started out strong, taking the upper hand quickly and securing the win early on in the game. Merric Bayless ‘24 and Matheus Gamble ‘24 relentlessly pushed Foothill Tech’s offense, putting a great deal of pressure on St. Bonnie’s defenders and goalkeeper, eventually leading to multiple goals by the duo. Bayless and Gamble each scored three goals. Pedro Medrano ‘24, Diego Flores Orozco ’24 and Nico Flores ‘24 also each scored one goal. Foothill Tech hopes to continue their win streak in their upcoming games against Pacifica High School on Dec. 22, 2023 and Oxnard High School on Dec. 27, 2023.

Photo Essay: Boys’ soccer destroys St. Bonaventure 9-0 shutout

Lauren Kaller, Photographer • December 15, 2023

On Dec. 12, 2023, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball faced a difficult loss to Cabrillo High School (Cabrillo) with a score of 33-46. Janae Dixon ‘24 (number 22) jumps over her opponent to shoot a layup.

Girls’ basketball suffers tough loss at the hands of Cabrillo in home opener

Ian Toreja, Reporter • December 13, 2023

On Dec. 12, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball team hosted Cabrillo High School (Cabrillo) at Ventura College for their first home game of the 2023-24 winter season....

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