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Winter sports Senior Night retrospective

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February 5, 2024
As all five winter sports seasons slowly wind down, each team planned a game to honor and commemorate their senior athletes for their hard work and dedication to the program. Each Senior Night was unique but shared the common thread of celebration. Follow along for some comprehensive coverage of the conclusion of the boys’ and girls’ soccer and basketball seasons, along with girls' water polo.
As all five winter sports seasons slowly wind down, each team planned a game to honor and commemorate their senior athletes for their hard work and dedication to the program. Each Senior Night was unique but shared the common thread of celebration. Follow along for some comprehensive coverage of the conclusion of the boys’ and girls’ soccer and basketball seasons, along with girls’ water polo.
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Foothill Technology High School’s (Foothill Tech) winter sports teams recently held multiple Senior Nights as the winter sports season is coming to a close. As multiple teams continue the fight to CIF (California Interscholastic Federation), they invite parents and fans to celebrate seniors in their league match-ups. Boys’ soccer, girls’ soccer, boys’ basketball, girls’ basketball and girls’ water polo all emerged victorious against their opponents. Click on the articles below to learn more about the individual games.

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With a win against Santa Clara on Friday Dec. 6, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys basketball team traveled to Buena High School to battle the Bulldogs in a nail-biting game. Although the Dragons were up by three at halftime, the Bulldogs fought back and won, with the final score of 54-61. Pictured, Ashton Brown '26 (number 11), takes the ball down the court using his handles to out-maneuver his defender. Brown was one of the key components of the game from his efforts on offense, ranging from three-pointers to ball movement, to his intense defense that resulted in multiple blocks and steals.
Boys basketball bested by Buena 54-61 in nail-biting fashion
Coming into the game with the record of 1-6 and the desire to win, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys basketball team faced off against Santa Clara High School. The Dragons worked together cohesively to secure a 53-44 win against their opponents. Pictured above, Nick Turner ‘26 (number 5) drives down the court with the intention of scoring a basket. Although his defender was able to catch up, Turner, unrelenting, goes up for the layup as his defender flies by.
Boys basketball outlasts Santa Clara in 53-44 victory
Third year Foothill Technology high school (Foothill Tech) varsity boys basketball player Nick Turner ‘26 shoots a three-pointer and scores to help his team catch up in this rapid game against Saint Bonaventure High School (Bonnie) that took place on Dec. 2, 2024, at Bonnie.
Boys basketball crushed by St. Bonaventure
On Nov. 25, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys basketball team played against Channel Islands High School (Channel Islands). Launching into the air with ball in hand, Enzo Rivera' 27 (number 35) looks to make a layup as half time approaches. Rivera's height and strength helped him make multiple layups thought the game.
Boys basketball falls short to Channel Islands in heart-breaking loss
Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys basketball had an exceptionally good season, going deep into the playoffs. They placed first in the Frontier league with a record of 6-2 and an overall record of 16-14. Team captains, John Cassidy ‘24 and Daniel Ferrer ‘24 led the team to the California Scholastic Federation (CIF) quarter finals in Big Bear, where they finished off their season strong.
Boys basketball
On their way to the locker room, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ basketball team jumped into the air with excitement written on their faces. After a fast-paced game, where Foothill Tech remained in the lead throughout, the boys celebrated their win. With this victory, they secured their spot in the next round of California Interscholastic Federation (CIF).
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On the night of Nov. 25, 2024, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) varsity soccer players faced off against Santa Clara High School (Santa Clara). They took a clear lead from the beginning, and ended up securing a win 5-0. Conner Bursek '25 (number 19) can be seen putting pressure on Santa Clara's defense, and aiding the Dragons to mainitan their win. He looks for an opportunity to pass to his teammates further down on the field.
Boys soccer demolishes Santa Clara 5-0 in first home game
On Nov. 18, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys soccer team took to Fillmore High School (Fillmore) to compete in a non-league match. The Dragons gave it all they had, but lost 1-5.
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Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys soccer made it deep into CIF, led by team captains, Matheus Gamble ‘24, Diego Flores Orozco ‘24 and Merric Bayless ‘24. The team worked tirelessly to earn third place in league with a record of 6-2-1.
Boys soccer
Nathan Leedy ‘24 (number 12) dribbles after a defensive stop, looking for an open teammate on the other side of the field. Leedy had an strong defensive game for the Dragons breaking the rhythm of the Panther’s offensive on various occasions.
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Merric Bayless ‘24 (number 9) puts pressure on Polytechnic’s defense as he runs the ball up the field. Bayless looks for an open teammate to pass the ball to with the hope of keeping the pressure on the Panthers.
Boys' soccer bests Polytechnic 2-1 to advance to the CIF semi finals
The soccer season is short, action packed, tiring and can go by in the blink of an eye. The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys' soccer team’s run for the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Division Five championship was put to an end on the night of Feb. 16, 2024, at the semifinal game that took place at Ventura High School's (Ventura) Larrabee Stadium.
Boys' soccer season ends in CIF semifinal loss
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Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls basketball had an exceptionally good season, tying for first place with St. Bonaventure High School (Bonnie) in the Tri-Valley league, with a record of 7-1 and an overall record of 12-12. Team captains, Petra Falcocchia ‘24 and Lauren Kaller ‘25, led the team into the California Scholastic Federation (CIF) Division 3AA playoffs, where they made it to the second round and finished their season strong.
Girls basketball
On Feb. 8, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball team took to the court in the first round of California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Southern Section. The Dragons won against Crossroads High School (Crossroads) with a score of 36-32. Good defense was displayed by Olivia Mowad ‘24 (number 32), Petra Falcocchia ‘24 (number 23), Lauren Kaller ‘25 (number 0) and Kiara Zavala ‘26 (number 5). Although the score was tight, the team handled the pressure well and will now move onto the next round of CIF.
Girls' basketball prevails over Crossroads in first round of CIF
To commemorate their seniors, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball secured another league victory against Cate High School (Cate) in their last home game of the season on Jan. 25, 2024. Adding to the win, it was also the team’s Senior Night, where they honored their seniors with speeches, flowers and balloons.
Girls' basketball demolishes Cate on Senior Night
On Jan. 18, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball faced a difficult loss against St. Bonaventure (St. Bonnie) in a league game with a score of 34-43. Kiara Zavala ‘26 (number 5) drives the ball toward the basket trying to go for a layup.
Girls' basketball shows unwavering determination despite tough loss to St. Bonaventure
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
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