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On Jan. 30, 2025 family and friends gathered around the soccer field at Ventura College to support Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) senior boys on their celebratory senior night. This match was held against Bishop Garcia Diego High School (Bishop Diego) and ended in a Foothill Tech win with a final score of 3-1, making the teams league record 4-4, with a spot in the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF). Before the game, a ceremony was held where each senior walked down the field hand in hand with their family, while one of their coaches listed off a few fun facts about the player. The seniors that were reconsider were Julian Lopez ‘25, Stefan Hubner ‘25, Samuel Lozano ‘25, Christophe Issa ‘25, Kiran Maserang ‘25, Jaysen Fernandez ‘25, Julian Cartellieri ‘25, Connor Bursek ‘25, Ronan Murphy ‘25, Alex Sundberg ‘25 and Johann Cerda ‘25.

Boys soccer Senior Night

Dane Dodos, Staffer • February 2, 2025

With heartfelt speeches from family and friends going out to the graduating class of 2025, emotions ran high as the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys soccer team prepared for an intense...

On the cold night of Jan. 24, 2025, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls basketball hosted their second and final game against Cate School (Cate) resulting in a 58-37 win. The game honored their graduating class of seniors, as their season winds down to an end. Each senior received flowers and heartfelt speeches from their teammates. Pictured is Rihanna Samples '25 (number 2), Lauren Kaller '25 (number 0) and Vivian Ryan '25 (number 30) posing with their families to celebrate their high school basketball careers.

Girls basketball demolishes Cate on senior night

Conor White, Reporter • February 2, 2025

On the evening of Jan. 24, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls basketball team took to the court to face off against the Cate School (Cate) on their annual Senior Night. Prior...

Addison "Addi" Fallon ’25 receives Athlete of the Week for her ongoing remarkable girls soccer season, where she has displayed exceptional leadership and skills as one of the captains on the girls soccer team. The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) community appreciates all her hard work in representing the school.

Athlete of the week: Addi Fallon

Kyra Bouchard, Reporter • January 30, 2025

Addi Fallon '25 is a star on the soccer field and a crucial player for the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls soccer team. Fallon began her soccer career at Foothill Tech as a sophomore...

On the late night of Jan. 16, 2025, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) lost to St. Bonaventure (Bonnie) in their third league game of the season. Sofia Vega '26 dribbles at the top of the key, carefully surveying the defense and looking for an opening as she orchestrates the offense. As a forward, Vega displayed her court vision and basketball IQ throughput the game, running the floor and setting up key plays.

Girls basketball suffers a 42 -62 loss to cross-town rivals

Dane Dodos, Reporter • January 19, 2025

On the chilled night of Jan. 16, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls basketball team played cross-town rivals St. Bonaventure High School (Bonnie) in a highly anticipated...

On Jan. 14, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) Dragons faced off against the St. Bonaventure Seraphs. Pictured above, Siena Meter '26 drives down the sideline in hopes of passing the ball into scoring position.

Girls soccer falls in a 0-2 dogfight against St. Bonaventure

Ian Toreja, Reporter • January 17, 2025

On Jan. 14, 2025 the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls soccer team faced-off against their rival Saint Bonaventure High School (Bonnie) on the Buena High School football field. After...

On Jan. 9, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys soccer team played against Thatcher High School (Thatcher) in a league match. The dragons took the win 3-0 with goals from Dylan Files '26 (number 6), Kaizer Castillo '28 (number 7) and Ammar Atiah '26 (number 20).

Boys soccer triumphs over Thacher in dominant 3-0 victory

Conor White, Reporter • January 11, 2025

Under the lights on Jan. 9, 2025, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys soccer team hosted The Thacher School (Thacher) at Ventura College for an exciting matchup. After two halves of...

From the past 20 years, Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) has been growing, and so has the sports program and it's number of athletes. Much of the student body at Foothill Tech are a part of one or more sports teams, whether it is soccer, basketball, cross country or baseball, students dedicate hours of their time to represent the school. But what is left in the shadows is what each of these student athletes do during their selected sports off-season? From extra training and hosted practices, to special recovery tactics, these Dragons commit themselves to improving their skills towards their sport even after their season has ended.

A day in the life of the off-season athlete

Peyton Fox, Reporter • January 4, 2025

Coming into the world of sports at a young age can be difficult, especially for young teens in high school. There are a million different ways to maintain the athletic and academic standards through online...

The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys soccer team congregates together to discuss their plans and goals for the game. Co-captains, Connor Bursek ‘25 and Stefan Hubner ‘25, lead the team in their traditional game starting chant. After this chant the team gets ready to face their opponent. Rio Mesa.

Boys soccer crushed by Rio Mesa Spartans at home

Peyton Fox, Reporter • December 23, 2024

On the evening of Dec. 18, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys soccer team geared up for a non-league match against Rio Mesa High School (Rio Mesa) at the Ventura College (VC)...

On Dec. 18, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls basketball took on Santa Paula High School (Santa Paula) in a lopsided competition. Foothill Tech walked away with a 50-33 loss. Pictured above, Kiara Zavala '26 (number 5) makes her move towards the basket in hopes of scoring or making a play.

Girls basketball thrashed by Santa Paula in 50-33 loss

Ian Toreja, Reporter • December 21, 2024

On Dec. 18, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls basketball team faced Santa Paula High School (Santa Paula) on their home court, at Ventura College Athletic Center. Foothill...

On Dec. 16, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls basketball team competed in a league match against St. Bonaventure High School, (Bonnie) and lost 47-76. Kiara Zavala ‘26 (number 5) runs the ball up the court starting an offensive play with hopes of catching up to St. Bonnie.

Girls basketball smothered by Bonnie

Conor White, Reporter • December 20, 2024

On Dec. 16, 2024, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls basketball team faced St. Bonaventure High School (Bonnie) in a challenging match on Bonnie’s home court. Despite a spirited...

The Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) boys cross country runners do strides out from the line to warm up for the race ahead, with emotions high they enjoy the scenic views Woodward Park has to offer. Chance Leandro '25 leads the pack out with the pressure of the environment weighing heavy on moral.

CIF Cross Country: A season in review

Dane Dodos, Reporter • December 19, 2024

GIRLS After an impressive season of races, the Foothill Technology High School (Foothill Tech) girls cross country team came off their second-place finish at the TCAA League Finals ready to enter the...

Grace Brethren High School (Grace Brethren) player, with the pressure mounting as fans cheer her on knowing a play had to be made if they were going to change the momentum of the game. While the final score was 0-0, Foothill put up a strong front with solid defense and aggressive offense.

Foothill Tech girls soccer battles in an anxious fight against Grace Brethren

Kyra Bouchard, Reporter • December 14, 2024

On the late night of Dec. 12, 2024, the Foothill Tech High School (Foothill Tech) girls soccer team went up against Grace Brethren High School (Grace Brethren) in a close battle at the Ventura College...

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