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The Student News Site of Foothill Technology High School

The Foothill Dragon Press
In a close game against Bishop Diego High School (Bishop Diego) on Feb. 27, 2024, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) suffered an unfortunate loss. Fans were on the edges of their seat as Foothill Tech fiercely battled every second of the game.

Boys’ volleyball lets lead slip in 3-2 loss against Bishop Diego

Ian Toreja, Reporter • February 29, 2024

Tuesday, Feb. 27 signified the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ volleyball team’s first home game of the 2024 spring season. At 6 p.m. they headed onto the court to begin their...

The worldwide running community was left stunned by the death of the legendary, marathon world record holder, Kelvin Kiptum. On Feb. 11, 2024, Kiptum fell victim to a tragic car accident.

Kelvin Kiptum’s inspirational legacy

Dane Dodos, Reporter • February 26, 2024

The running community mourned the loss of esteemed Kenyan distance athlete and world record holder in the marathon, Kelvin Kiptum, with his unfortunate passing in a car accident on Feb. 11, 2024. A name...

Shayna Dearman-So ’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’ soccer players on campus. The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) community appreciates all of her hard work in representing the school.

Athlete of the Week: Shayna Dearman-So

Julia Geib, Assignment Editor • February 22, 2024

No one captures the spirit of the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) soccer program better than Shayna Dearman-So '24, team captain and four-year participant of the varsity girls’ 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.

Boys’ soccer season comes to a close after impress run to CIF semifinals

Chance Leandro and Conor White • February 19, 2024

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

Chance Leandro, Reporter • February 19, 2024

The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ soccer team took to the pitch on Feb. 13, 2024, against Polytechnic High School (Polytechnic). The match took place at the Ventura College...

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

Conor White, Reporter • February 19, 2024

On Feb. 16, 2024, the division five California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) semifinals took place at Ventura High School’s (Ventura) Larrabee Stadium. This match pitted the Foothill Technology...

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).

Boys’ basketball demolishes Serrano in second round of CIF

Dane Dodos, Reporter • February 13, 2024

In a thrilling display of skill and dedication, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ basketball team clashed on the court with the Serrano High School (Serrano) Diamondbacks...

On Feb. 9, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ soccer team played against Laguna Beach High School (Laguna Beach) in the second round of California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Southern Section. The Dragons won with a score of 3-1 with goals from Ricky Salinas ‘24 (number 30), Merric Bayless ‘24 (number 9) and Nico Flores ‘24 (number 15).

Boys’ soccer bests Laguna Beach 3-1 in second round of CIF

Chance Leandro, Reporter • February 12, 2024

As the sun set on the Ventura College Sportsplex, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ soccer team faced off against Laguna Beach High School (Laguna Beach) in their second round...

As the first half came to an end, Eva Goncalves '25 (number 15), Eden Billings '24 (number 5) and Maddie Wicks '26 (number 2) ran toward the team huddle, rethinking their gameplay and coming up with ideas on how to improve for the second half.

Girls’ soccer falls to Thousand Oaks in the first round of CIF

Ian Toreja, Reporter • February 12, 2024

Thursday, Feb. 8, 2024 marked the first round of California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) playoffs for the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ soccer team and would be the final...

With anticipation, thousands of Americans gather around their televisions to watch the San Fransisco 49ers match up against the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII.

Super Bowl LVIII: Who are the Dragons supporting?

Chance Leandro, Reporter • February 11, 2024

Since 1967, America has been celebrating their beloved sport of American football in the form of the Super Bowl, a game where the top football teams from each division face off against each other for the...

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

Conor White, Reporter • February 11, 2024

In the first California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) matchup, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball team faced off against Crossroads High School (Crossroads) at the...

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.

2024 winter sports Senior Night retrospective

Chance Leandro, Conor White, Dane Dodos, and Ian Toreja • February 5, 2024

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