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

The Foothill Dragon Press
Foothill Technology High School’s (Foothill Tech) boys baseball team earned a 3–1 victory over El Monte High School in the first round of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Southern Section playoffs on May 16, 2025. The Dragons set the tone early and maintained steady control throughout the game showcasing their defense and consistent energy on the field. Foothill Tech held firm to secure the win. The result marks an important step in the Dragons postseason journey as they look to build on the momentum heading into the second round that takes place on May 21, 2025 against Estancia.

Photo Essay: Foothill Tech Baseball advances in CIF playoffs with a win against El Monte

Madden Velasco and Lyla Huff • May 21, 2025

On May 10, 2025 the best of Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) track and field athletes, of those that qualified at the Tri-Valley League Championships the week prior, gathered together at Carpinteria High School to face off against their competing division four athletes. From here the athletes battled off to qualify for the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Southern Section Finals, which took place at Moorpark High School on May 17, 2025.

Speed, Strength, and Surprises: Track and field power through CIF Prelims and Finals

Ian Toreja and Dane Dodos • May 20, 2025

While the days continue to lengthen, the track and field season shortens to its inevitable close. Exceptional Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) athletes competed at the CIF preliminary meet...

Ben Markov ’27 receives Athlete of the Week for his ongoing remarkable boys golf season, where he has displayed exceptional leadership and skills as one of the top performing players on the team. The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) community appreciates all his hard work in representing the school.

Athlete of the Week: Ben Markov

Kyra Bouchard, Reporter • May 10, 2025

Ben Markov '27 has proven himself in the 2024-2025 golf season to be a prodigy with a club, driving himself to league finals in May to represent Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech). Markov...

During the game on May 5, 2025 the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys' baseball team went against St. Bonaventure High School (Bonnie). This was a compelling game which closed out the Dragons season as they remain undefeated in league. Garrett Ready '26 (number 22) cheering with the rest of his teammates for the players out on the felid from the sideline. The teams camaraderie and encouragement was a key component on Foothill Tech boys' baseball teams overall success.

Foothill Tech takes down St. Bonaventure in last league game

Conor White, Reporter • May 8, 2025

On May 5, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys baseball team was pitted against their cross town rivals, St. Bonaventure (Bonnie), who had an undefeated league record of 7-0....

After a strong performance in the preliminary meet, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) swim team arrived at the Ventura Aquatic Center on May 2, 2025 determined to succeed. Pictured, Larissa Myers ‘26 races the 50 yard freestyle event finishing with a time of 27.04, which ultimately placed her fourth in the championship heat. Myers would go onto race in the 200 yard freestyle relay along with the 400 yard freestyle relay where she and her teammates placed second for both events and potentially qualified for California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Southern Section Prelims.

Foothill Swim dives into the competition at Tri-Valley League Meet

Dane Dodos, reporter • May 6, 2025

The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) swim and dive team dove headfirst into the 2025 Tri-Valley League Championships, which spanned from April 30, 2025 to May 2, 2025 and featured strong...

On May 2, 2025 Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) faced off against their in-town rivals at the Ventura College Track. The teams raced in the Tri-Valley League Championships where the schools Saint Bonaventure High School, Cate High School and Bishop Garcia Diego High School were all present. Foothill Tech students raced in a wide variety of events ranging from 100 meter sprints to 3200 meter run to their multiple relays. Many of Foothill athletes reached for their goal of qualifying for California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Prelims which will be held on May 10, 2025.

Legacy in motion: Foothill Tech takes on League Finals

Julia Geib, Reporter • May 5, 2025

Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) is known for many things, including its strong academic pathways, stellar teachers and small campus, but one of its standout features is its Track and Field...

On April 22, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School boys' golf team took on Providence School in a dominant 286-324 victory. Pictured above is Benjamin Venti '25 teeing off on the eight hole of the Olivas Links Golf Course. Venti shot a score of 45 to help secure his team the victory and claim his spot in the League Finals match.

Boys golf defeats Providence 286-324 to set up League Finals round

Ian Toreja, Reporter • April 26, 2025

On April 22, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys golf team took to the greens of Olivas Links Golf Course, a par 36 course across nine holes, against a heavily unmanned Providence...

Jayden Wallace ’25 receives Athlete of the Week for his ongoing remarkable boys volleyball season, where he has displayed exceptional leadership and skills as one of the seniors players on the team. The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) community appreciates all his hard work in representing the school.

Athlete of the Week: Jayden Wallace

Peyton Fox, Reporter • April 25, 2025

Jayden Wallace ‘25 is a beloved and skilled Dragon athlete at Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech), as captain of the boys volleyball team and a boys water polo player. Though the water polo...

On the night of April 17, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys volleyball team hosted one of the their last home games against Laguna Blanca School (Laguna) to close out their regular season play. In honor of their seniors, they held a ceremony at the beginning of the night. Each senior, Tyler Nelsen '25 (number 8), Elijah Haigh '25 (number 15), Trent Kirby '25 (number 9), Jack Marshall '25 (number 5) and Jayden Wallace '25 (number 7), were given the opportunity to take a photo with family members and the Dragon mascot to celebrate their time playing for Foothill Tech. They ended the intense match with a 3-2 win and made it into post-season play or the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) playoffs.

Boys volleyball’s winning streak qualifies them for CIF playoffs

Kyra Bouchard and Peyton Fox • April 21, 2025

As the spring sports season come to an end, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) teams aim to finish their season's strong. For the boys volleyball team this hasn't been a problem as they've...

On the night of April 17, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys volleyball team hosted one of the their last home games against Laguna Blanca School (Laguna) to close out their regular season play. In honor of their seniors, they held a ceremony at the beginning of the night. Each senior, Tyler Nelsen '25 (number 8), Elijah Haigh '25 (number 15), Trent Kirby '25 (number 9), Jack Marshall '25 (number 5) and Jayden Wallace '25 (number 7), were given the opportunity to take a photo with family members and the Dragon mascot to celebrate their time playing for Foothill Tech. They ended the intense match with a 3-2 win and made it into post-season play or the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) playoffs.

Boys volleyball beats down on Laguna Blanca at annual Senior Night

Peyton Fox, Reporter • April 19, 2025

On the night of April 17, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys volleyball team battled against Laguna Blanca High School (Laguna) for their annual Senior Night. The two schools...

On April 17, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys tennis team played against Bishop Diego High School (Bishop Diego.) Pictured above, the team engages in their traditional group huddle shortly after announcing their lines. They would go on to win 14 sets of 18.

Boys tennis continues successes to destroy Bishop Diego 14-4

Viggo Bortolin, Reporter • April 19, 2025

On April 17, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys tennis team played against Bishop Diego High School (Bishop Diego) on the Dragons’ home court, Ventura College (VC). Foothill...

On April. 15, 2025, Foothill Technology (Foothill Tech) boys volleyball faced off against Providence School. This was a very rapid match, as Foothill Tech secured all three sets in one swoop. In the image above, the team huddles together during a timeout, preparing for the following sets. Coach Dave Benedik urges the team to keep up the good work, continuing to communicate, work on their serves, and watch any hands to the net.

Boys volleyball triumphs over Providence in a 3-0 sweep

Kyra Bouchard, Reporter • April 19, 2025

On April 15, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys volleyball team faced off against Providence High School (Providence) to gain a 3-0 sweep on their record. Foothill Tech began...

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