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Scoring :Foran boys basketball game against Lyman Hall, December 14, 2023.

Playing For A Cure

The Coaches vs. Cancer Basketball Game
Alexa White and Laney Chan | January 10, 2024

           According to the National Cancer Institute, two million Americans are diagnosed with cancer each year. The Coaches vs. Cancer program's goal is to unite people to defeat cancer. It is an organization between the American Cancer Society (ACS) and the National Association of Basketball...

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Down the Court: Summer Collins dribbling to the basket. December 11, 2023.

Summer’s Senior Spotlight

Leading the Way on the Basketball Court
Hayley Pokornowski, Staff Writer | January 9, 2024

          Being the only senior on a high school team comes with its ups and downs. At Joseph A. Foran High School girls basketball captain Summer Collins, the sole senior on the team.           During her four years on the team, Collins was able to learn a lot being on the court from teamwork...

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Split Jump: Kayla Johnson doing a split jump in a meet against Daniel Hand, January 10, 2023.

Game-Changer

Unveiling the Talents and Triumphs of Kayla Johnson
Nicholas Salvador and William MacKnight | January 9, 2024

          Kayla Johnson is Sophomore at Foran, and her journey in the world of gymnastics started at a young age. As a toddler, she took her first steps into the gymnastics community at "My Gym" and continued to develop her skills at Cartwheels from the tender age of four. In 2020, facing a transition...

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Foran’s First: Captain and senior Kelly Aspras with her coaches Thomas Rashaad (Left) and David Esposito (Right), January 2023.

No Pain, No Gain

Foran’s Wrestling Team is Back on The Mat
Gavin Fanelli and Matt Adkins | January 5, 2024

          The Foran High School wrestling team is back at it. With almost 50 kids suiting up this year, they are ready to take on the competition.            Head wrestling coach Dave Esposito states, “We have been working hard. We have many returning players, state place wins and young...

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Fighting for a Cause: Wrestling team supporting the Rach’s Hope Walk the Extra Mile Event: October 22, 2023.

Mat Heroes: How Foran Wrestling is Making a Difference Through Fundraising

Noah Champagne and Colin Monahan | January 5, 2024

          Usually when wrestling is brought up, one's first thought is a duel between two skilled individuals battling for the win. However, the wrestlers do more than just grapple. The team participates in fundraisers that give back to charities and communities. From supporting illnesses to injuries,...

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Game Planning: Coach Kirkpatrick drawing up a play for the team during a timeout.

Boys Basketball

A Look Inside the Laboratory
Shane Trevethan and Jagger Rees | January 2, 2024

          The Foran Lions boys basketball team is working hard, setting goals, and visualizing a great season with a common goal in mind: to make it to states.           The boys basketball team has been having tough practices and many players are working really hard towards their goals.   ...

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Monster throw: Kelly Aspras, in the middle of throwing shot put at away track meet.

Celebrating 30 Years of the SCC

Growing Athletes since 1994
Ava Sanz, Staff Writer | November 30, 2023

          Blood, sweat and tears poured into one of the most competitive conferences in Connecticut. The Southern Connecticut Conference has been flourishing since 1994 and continues to grow with more talented athletes approaching the thirtieth anniversary of the SCC.            The SCC...

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Head Coach Peter Jambor & Assistant Coach Abby Blanchard pose for a picture. November 14, 2023.

Miles In Style: An Inside Look At Indoor Track

Mike Rich, Staff Writer | November 27, 2023

           Following the completion of fall sports, some athletes partake in indoor track. The indoor track team features runners, throwers, and jumpers. Events include the 55-meter, 100-meter, 200-meter, 300-meter, 400-meter, 600-meter, 800-meter, mile, two-mile, and relay races with long-jump,...

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Siblings in sports: Brandon Marschner playing football (left) and his brother, Jack Marschner (right).

Siblings Playing Fall Sports

Caio Coelho and Braden Butler | November 9, 2023

          In the realm of sports, there’s an aspect that is often overlooked. The connection and rivalry experienced by siblings on the field, where families collide, with intense competition.           Athletes discuss what it's like to have a sibling playing a sport in the same season...

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Top Performers: Gracie Brooks and Gaby Magnuson pose as they are recognized as CT High School Top volleyball performers for the third straight week, October 10, 2023.

Milestones at Foran

Foran Volleyball players hit huge milestones
Jimmy D’Angelo and Eli Gomes | November 7, 2023

           This year is special for the Foran Girls Volleyball team. Two junior volleyball players reached huge season milestones, both taking place during their home game against Cheshire on October 6.             The teams outside hitter Gracie Brooks reached a milestone of 100 kills...

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Game Day: Chianca suits up for his first high school game against Hillhouse September 8, 2023.

Rising Star: Freshman Anthony Chianca Shines Bright Under the Friday Night Lights

Noah Champagne and Colin Monahan | October 4, 2023

          It's not every day a freshman makes the leap into varsity football, let alone be a starter. Every once in a while a young freshman athlete climbs the ranks showing he put in the work and determination to be on the varsity team.           Anthony Chianca started playing football...

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Boy’s Soccer Captains:, 6, Gianna Troaia, 7, Luke Hackett, 8, Tye Haley. September 14, 2023.

Captains Gearing Up For Fall Sports

Isabella Palisi, Staff Writer | October 3, 2023

          With the school year beginning again, fall sports are preparing for a great season. This year, new captains will be leading their teams into success, teamwork, and a sense of community.            Being a captain is a great responsibility given to the athletes that the rest of...

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