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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

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

Conor White, Reporter • February 4, 2024

On Senior Night for the girls' basketball team, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) hosted Cate School (Cate) at the Ventura College Athletic Event Center. As this game was the seniors’...

Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls waterpolo matched up against Villanova Preparatory School (Villanova) in a highly anticipated match to honor their seniors. Foothill Tech started off strong by winning the initial sprint to the ball, followed by immediate goals from Lauren Happle ‘26 and Alice Costa-Schmidt ‘25. That intensity was continued throughout the whole game as Foothill Tech finished with a winning score of 21-7.

Girls’ water polo dominates Villanova on Senior Night 21-7

Ian Toreja, Reporter • February 4, 2024

With spirits high and teams pumped up, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ water polo team faced Villanova Preparatory High School (Villanova) at the Ventura Aquatic Center...

Celebrating the team's seniors, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ basketball team faced off against Villanova Preparatory School (Villanova) on Feb. 2, 2024. The night started with a recognition of the two seniors on the team, John Cassidy ‘24 (number 14) and Daniel Ferrer ‘24 (number 2), then proceeded to the game. The Dragons took the win at the end of the night with a final score of 48-26.

Boys’ basketball outplays Villanova on Senior Night

Conor White, Reporter • February 4, 2024

The audience erupted with applause as the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ basketball team celebrated their seniors John Cassidy ‘24 and Daniel Ferrer ‘24 in an enthusiastic...

In the evening of Jan. 23, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ soccer team had their senior night. In this photo all nine of the seniors receive flowers for their hard work and take a photo with their head coach, Patty Gomez.

Girls’ soccer triumphs over Thacher on Senior Night

Dane Dodos, Reporter • February 4, 2024

The Ventura College stadium buzzed with anticipation as the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ soccer team took the field for an emotional game against The Thacher School (Thacher)...

On Feb. 2, 2024, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) faced Grace Brethren High School (Grace Brethren) in a highly anticipated game celebrating the nine seniors on the team. Winning with a forfeit in the last 15 minutes from Grace Brethren, the Dragons scored 11 goals. Matheus Gamble '24 (number 10), the leading scorer of the game, had four goals. Merric Bayless '24 (number 9) scored three goals. Ricky Salinas ‘24 (number 30), Adam Al Warhani '24 (number 1), Nico Flores '24 (number 15) and Amar Atiah '26 (number 20) each scored one goal.

Boys’ soccer forces Grace Brethren into forfeit on Senior Night

Chance Leandro, Reporter • February 4, 2024

The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys' soccer team faced off against Grace Brethren High School (Grace Brethren) in an annual Senior Night match-up on Feb. 3, 2024. Foothill Tech...

Benchwarmers: Episode 3 (featuring boys’ basketball)

Lauren Kaller and Claire Hadley • February 1, 2024

On episode three of “Benchwarmers,” fans can witness as hosts Luigirey Guce ‘25 and Aidan Gomez ‘25 become the basketball coaches of two cross country runners, Dane Dodos ‘26 and Chance Leandro...

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

Dane Dodos, Reporter • January 22, 2024

On the warm night of Jan. 18, 2024, tensions ran high as the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball team faced off against rivaling team St. Bonaventure High School (Bonnie)....

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....

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