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The girls’ hockey team practiced for the upcoming season ahead of their first game at Ridgefield on Saturday Dec. 14.

Girls’ ice hockey kicks off season, eyes set on deep playoff run

Catie Campagnino ’26, Paper Editor December 21, 2024

The Staples girls’ ice hockey team kicked off their season with a 7-1 win against Ridgefield on Dec. 14. The girls are looking to  make a deep run into the postseason, like they did last year when...

The girls’ 2024-25 prepare for the upcoming season with coach Tommy Sparks.

Girls’ basketball hires new coach

Avni Krishna ’27, Paper editor December 21, 2024

With women's basketball icons like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese making headlines for pushing the boundaries of women's sports, there is often one person these athletes thank for their successes: their...

Catilin Clark calculates her shot before taking it.

Game Changers: Caitlin Clark, Ilona Maher inspire next generation

Ann Marie Maccaro ’27, Paper Editor November 22, 2024

What do Caitlin Clark of the WNBA and Ilona Maher of Team USA Rugby have in common? They’re both breaking barriers and inspiring young girls to dream big in sports. From basketball courts to rugby pitches,...

At Staples girls’ lacrosse Election Day clinic, everyone puts their sticks in the middle to end the clinic with a “one, two, three, Westport!”

Athletic teams hold Election Day clinics for young players

Emme Dorfman ’27, Staff Writer November 18, 2024

While parents were at the polls for Election Day, children were on the fields, enjoying a day of fun and learning from many Staples athletes. Staples teams such as field hockey, soccer, cheerleading and...

Players from the field hockey team pose for a photo after their victory against Darien, winning 5-2.

Field hockey defeats rival Darien 5-2

Emmerson Dorfman ’27, Staff Writer October 18, 2024

After two months of hard work, the Staples girls' field hockey team secured a 5-2 victory over Darien, solidifying their dominance in the FCIAC. The game between the two field hockey powerhouses took place...

The varsity girls’ field hockey huddles up before a regular season matchup against Norwalk on Oct. 9. The team prevailed with a final score of 4-0.

More than a win: Staples’ success in sports prompts ripple effect

Zoe Boxenbaum ’25, Executive TV Producer October 11, 2024

Cheers echo from the field. And the track. And the volleyball court. Across Staples, the whistle blows and the game is over. Pre-game jitters are replaced with pride. Hands clap and the scoreboard is the...

Anthony Armentano ’25 combined with Kody Goldman ’25 for 254 rushing yards. (Photo by Will Enquist '26)

Staples football holds off Maloney, furthers win streak

Will Enquist ’26, Paper Editor October 9, 2024

In a nail biting ending at Paul Lane field, the Staples Wreckers football team (3-0) edged out a narrow 28-21 victory over the Maloney Spartans (1-2). This victory marks the Wreckers 15th consecutive win,...

 Riley Kosakowski ’25 (left), Thea Hinson ’25 (right) and Molly Whittle ’25 (not pictured) are this year’s new field hockey managers.

Team Builders: Meet the new field hockey managers

Lily Hultgren ’25, Editor-in-Chief September 24, 2024

The field vibrates with energy as players dart past each other, passing the ball swiftly. Rapid shouts fill the field as their eyes gleam with the heat of the competition, while the afternoon sun illuminates...

The Paralympics 2024 swimming events were held at Paris La Défense Arena in Nanterre, France.

Connecticut’s Matthew Torres medals in multiple Paralympics

Austin Heyer ’27, Staff Writer September 24, 2024

Being born with amniotic band syndrome, leg, hand and hearing deformities did not stop Connecticut native Matthew Torres from competing and medaling in both the 2020 and 2024 Paralympics. Torres began...

The Staples Fencing Club got first place at the State Team Fencing Championships in 2022 and 2023, and second in 2024.

State Winners; Fencing club added as varsity sport

Ayaan Olasewere ’25, Web Sports Editor September 19, 2024

Founded in 2021 by PJ Loranger ’24, Gleb Syomichev ’23, Max Pieterbarg ’24 and Anna Pan ’22, the fencing club set out with the goal of making it a varsity sport. Three years later, they have achieved...

Staples Quarterback Nick Weil threw for 223 yards and 5 touchdowns against Hamden on Friday

Staples football dominates Hamden, extends win streak

Will Enquist ’26, Paper Editor September 19, 2024

On a clear night at Paul Lane field, the Staples Wreckers football team (1-0) started their season with a decisive 48-7 victory over the Hamden Green Dragons (0-1). This victory marks the Wreckers 13th...

The Wreckers girls’ soccer team wins their first home game 3-0 against Brien McMahon.

Wreckers girls’ soccer defeats Brien McMahon Senators at home opener

Nash Teran ’25, Paper Editor September 13, 2024

The Wreckers girls’ soccer team defeated the Brien McMahon Senators by a score of 3-0 at their home opener on Sept. 5. Captain Annabel Edwards ’25 scored the first goal against the Senators within...

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