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On Feb. 29, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School’s (Foothill Tech) baseball team played in their seventh game of the season against St. Bonaventure (St. Bonnie). The Dragons tied 5-5 after nine innings. Adam Arth ‘24 (number 8), hit a home run and celebrated it with his team at the bottom of the first inning.

Boys’ baseball game goes lights out

Conor White, Reporter • March 2, 2024

On Feb. 29, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ baseball team faced off against St. Bonaventure (Bonnie) at the De Anza (DATA) Middle School baseball field. After neck-in-neck...

On Feb. 29, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School’s (Foothill Tech) baseball team, boys volleyball team and girls beach volleyball team faced opponents from St. Bonaventure, Oak Park and Fillmore. Beach volleyball and boys indoor volleyball secured a win, while boys baseball was forced to end in a tie.

Foothill Tech athletes “leap” into competition

Chance Leandro, Conor White, Nisha Reddy, and Julia Geib • March 2, 2024

Will Haas ‘24 (number 6) receives a high set but is luckily able to jump high enough to reach the top of the spinning ball tipping it to the right. The ball flies pass Fillmore High Schools middle blocker and falls at the feet of Fillmores outside hitter.

Boys’ volleyball takes an early season 3-0 sweep against Fillmore

Julia Geib and Nisha Reddy • March 2, 2024

Following a bitter defeat against Bishop Diego High School, the Dragons were hungry for redemption when faced against Fillmore High School (Filmore). Coming off of a discouraging defeat, the team readied...

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 Schools (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...

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