The Student News Site of Foothill Technology High School

The Foothill Dragon Press
The Student News Site of Foothill Technology High School

The Foothill Dragon Press
The Student News Site of Foothill Technology High School

The Foothill Dragon Press
Before the first pitch of each inning, the infielders of the softball team gather to exchange positive affirmations and high fives, keeping spirits high while playing defense.

Introducing Dragon Athletics: Girls’ softball

Linda Manzo, Writer • March 13, 2023

Riding off the success from their 12-2 win over Carpinteria, the girls of the varsity Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) softball team provided a lively insight to the makeup of their squad....

Caitlyn ONeil 23 starts off ahead of the pack in her 1600 meter race en route to a final time of 5:52.

Track and Field starts season strong at Don Green Invitational and Rincon Races

Julia Geib, Reporter • March 12, 2023

After weeks of practice and months of anticipation, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) track and field season began with two meets. On March 3, Foothill Tech’s distance runners competed...

After getting an amazing set from his teammate, James Sokoloski 24 (number 2) elevates and proceeds to spike the ball in hopes of getting it past the hands of a defender. Sokoloski 24 finished with nine kills and was recognized as the second leading scorer in this league match against Cate School.

Boys’ volleyball sweeps Cate School in first league game

Theo Kayser, Reporter • March 1, 2023

On Feb. 23, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ volleyball team captured their first league win of the season with a sweep against Cate School (Cate) at Cabrillo Middle School.  Foothill...

Number 28 for Foothill Tech hits the ball with a crack, giving her teammates a chance to run for home.

Foothill Tech girls’ softball crushes Pacifica in first home game of the season

Nisha Reddy, Writer • February 27, 2023

Competing in their first home game of the season on Feb. 17, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) Dragons crushed Pacifica High School (Pacifica) 20-6, easily taking the contest.  The...

Number 18 on the Dragons pushes the ball forward past defenders. With less than five minutes left in the half, the Dragons were still fighting hard.

Girls’ soccer battles in a 0-2 loss to knock them out of CIF playoffs

Chance Leandro and Theo Kayser • February 21, 2023

On Feb. 10, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ soccer team faced off against Ontario Christian High School (Ontario) at Ventura College for their round two California Interscholastic...

On February 9, 2023, the Foothill Technology girls basketball faced a 4th quarter devastating loss against Glendale high school in their first round of CIF playoffs with a score of 44-50. Olivia Huynh 23 (number 20) and Petra Falcocchia 24 (number 42) work together in an attempt to block the opposing teams jumpshot.

Girls’ basketball loses in nail-biting fashion to end season

Theo Kayser, Reporter • February 19, 2023

On Feb. 9, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ basketball team hosted Glendale High School (Glendale) at Ventura College for their round one California Interscholastic Federation...

As time ticks down in the first half, Mazen Alwarhani 23 (number 7) contemplates on how the Dragons take the upper hand of the game and score. The Dragons manage to make a few adjustments and score a goal in the second half. Sadly, they fall short in their CIF playoff run with a score of 3-1 against Diamond Ranch (Pomona, CA).

Boys’ soccer closes out the season with a tragic loss against Diamond Ranch

Julia Geib, Reporter • February 16, 2023

On the gloomy evening of Feb. 9 2023, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ soccer entered their first round of California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) playoffs in a home game...

On the night of Feb. 8, 2023, Foothill Technology High School boys basketball faced a devastatingly close loss to Katella High School in their first round of CIF playoffs with a score of 50-53. Jacob Lombardo 23 (number 25) and Sam Noah 23 (number 33) work together in an attempt to block an opponent as he drives in for a floater.

Boys’ basketball season ends with heartbreaking loss against Katella High School

Nisha Reddy, Reporter • February 15, 2023

On Feb. 8, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ basketball team played a heart-wrenching final game in their first round of California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) playoffs against...

On the night of of Feb. 8, 2023, the girls soccer team faced off against Filmore High School for the first round of CIF games. Lily Shadden 23 (number 17) fights to keep the soccer ball in bounds while her defender closes in. After receiving the pass, Shadden dribbles the ball down the field making a crucial offensive play, hoping to score a goal for the Dragons in the first half.

Girls’ soccer manages to overpower Fillmore in first round of CIF playoffs in a close 2-1 game

Emma Ippolito, Assignment Editor • February 10, 2023

The sky had an eerie crimson glow on Feb. 8, 2023 at 6 p.m. as the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ soccer team warmed up for their first round of California Interscholastic Federation...

With Senior Night competitions in the rear view mirror and CIF playoffs just around the corner, check out our comprehensive coverage of the conclusion of the boys and girls soccer and basketball seasons.

From Senior Night to CIF: soccer and basketball sweep their way through the end of the season and into playoffs

Sam Noah, Editor • February 8, 2023

As the winter sports season came to a close, the basketball and soccer teams at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) finished out triumphant seasons with the continuation of their consistent...

The varsity team gathers in celebration following their second goal, shutting out St. Bonaventure during a successful Senior Night.

Introducing Dragon Athletics: Boys’ soccer

Linda Manzo, Writer • January 27, 2023

On the eve of the 2022-2023 annual Senior Night, the boys' varsity soccer team of Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) gathered for their routine practice. Before their practice commenced,...

On the night of Jan. 18, 2023, boys basketball competes in a fierce game against Grace Brethren, winning by a final score of 57-45. Students from the stands cheer him on as Nick Drucker 26 shoots a wide open three-pointer from the corner. His defender screams, hoping to distract his shot.

Boys’ basketball wins second league game against Grace Brethren

Nisha Reddy and Rihanna Samples • January 23, 2023

In the second league game of the season on Jan. 19, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys’ basketball team had a smooth warmup, anticipating a win against the Grace Brethren High School...

Load More Stories

The Foothill Dragon Press

The Student News Site of Foothill Technology High School
The Foothill Dragon Press • © 2023 • FLEX Pro WordPress Theme by SNO • Log in