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The Foothill Dragon Press

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The Foothill Dragon Press

On March 8 and March 9, 2024 the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) track and field team participated in the Ventura Distance Carnival and Spartan Relays. From distance races to 100 meter dashes to hurdles, the Dragon competitors gave it their all as they completed against teams from all over the county.

Track and field dominates at Ventura Distance Carnival and Spartan Relays

Julia Geib, Assignment Editor March 12, 2024

Amongst nearly 30 other teams, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) competed in the Ventura Distance Carnival at Ventura High School’s Larrabee Stadium on March 8, 2024, and in the Spartan...

On Feb. 29, 2024 Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech)  girls’ beach volleyball team faced off against Oak Hill High School (Oak Hill) and gained a successful win with a final score of 6-0. The Dragons started off their season with an undefeated six game winning streak. Morgan Houston ‘25 (number 2) leaps up, and spikes the ball over the net, contributing to the Dragons’ win.

Girls volleyball crushes Oak Park 6-0 in early season matchup

Chance Leandro, Sports Reporter March 2, 2024

The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls’ beach volleyball season is officially underway with the team starting off undefeated in league. Their most recent match took place on Feb. 29...

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...

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...

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...

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