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The Foothill Dragon Press
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...

On April 14, 2025 Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys tennis team went against Cate School (Cate). Doubles partners Dylan Files '26 and Gregory Davis '26 cheer each other on as they prepare for the next set. Although they lost this match, they continued to communicate on the court between points and persisted through.

Boys tennis takes it one game at a time on the way to CIF

Conor White and Viggo Bortolin • April 18, 2025

With the season coming to a close, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys tennis team battled against league opponents in hopes of finishing top in league and continuing their journey...

On April 14, 2025 Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys tennis team went against Cate School (Cate). Doubles partners Dylan Files '26 and Gregory Davis '26 cheer each other on as they prepare for the next set. Although they lost this match, they continued to communicate on the court between points and persisted through.

Foothill Tech’s league title bid ends in loss to Cate

Conor White, Reporter • April 17, 2025

On the afternoon of April 14, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys tennis team brandished their rackets and prepared to face off against their league opponents from Cate School...

In the past few weeks, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys golf team has taken on various opponents in league matches. On April 3, 2025, the Dragons matched up against Villanova High School (Villinova) and secured a 209-241 victory, but on April 8, 2025, they fell short to Bisho Diego High School (Bishop Diego), 227-202.

Boys golf battles through two league matches

Dane Dodos and Ian Toreja • April 15, 2025

On the spring afternoon of April 3, 2025, the scenic views of Ventura’s mountainsides glistened as the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys golf team headed for their home course of Olivas...

In the evening of April 10, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) Dragons traveled to Carpinteria, Calif. to face off against the Cate School (Cate) Rams. After losing 1-3 the last time these two teams matched up, the Dragons were determined to win. After three intense sets, Foothill Tech swept Cate and emerged victorious, 3-0.

Photo essay: Boys volleyball vs Cate School

Rihanna Samples, Photographer • April 15, 2025

On the sunny afternoon of April 7, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys tennis team faces St. Bonaventure High School (St. Bonnie) is a league match up. Pictured is one of Foothill Tech's singles players preparing to serve the ball to his opponent. He readies himself at the line, hoping to score a point against their rivals.

Boys tennis triumphs against cross-town rivals

Peyton Fox, Reporter • April 10, 2025

Under sunny blue skies on April 7, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys tennis team geared up for a match against St. Bonaventure High School (Bonnie). The Dragons competed...

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