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The Wreckers boys’ track team enters the Ridgefield cross country course, consisting of two loops of a gravel course surrounding its athletic complex, plus a series of switchbacks on the main green.

Wreckers cross country takes top spot at Ridgefield Meet

Benjamin Buchalter ’25, Staff Writer September 21, 2023

The Staples Wreckers boys' cross country team swept three competing schools on Sept. 12 during a meet at Ridgefield High School. While not the first race run by the cross country team, the meet at Ridgefield...

A masked cyclist enjoys an afternoon during the quarantine (image taken from the Internet and labeled for reuse).

Local business owners preparing for another lockdown

Gerard Allen '21, Staff Writer October 7, 2020

The day is winding down and the sky is finally starting to show that uniquely early autumn 5:30 glow, marking the gradual descent into winter. As cars incrementally begin to pile up on the Post Road, ensuring...

The boys' track team sprints around the track at a meet.

Indoor track hopes to maintain success, strengthen all events

Elliot Kaufman '19, Web Managing Editor December 10, 2018

The Staples boys’ indoor track and field team hopes to sustain their success coming off of last year, while making minor improvements in team depth and other areas. Staples came in third place in...

Will Landowne dominates indoor track season

Will Landowne dominates indoor track season

February 28, 2018

By Matt Engler '18

Thanksgiving traditions: thousands ‘trot’ for the annual Turkey Trot

Thanksgiving traditions: thousands ‘trot’ for the annual Turkey Trot

December 6, 2017

By Bailey Blaike '19 Thanksgiving morning for a typical high school student often consists of sleeping in past 10 a.m. and doing nothing until the Thanksgiving feast. However, for approximately 5,000...

Boys’ cross country repeat as FCIAC champions

Boys’ cross country repeat as FCIAC champions

November 1, 2017

By: Shane Rabacs '18 The boys cross country team won the FCIAC championship, finishing with the top three finishers in the race. This is the second straight championship for the Wreckers. “It's...

Running to reach the finish line

Running to reach the finish line

June 7, 2017

By: Kayla Sirlin ’19 and Anna Rhoads ’19 Dedication, self-discipline, and grit are just a few of the qualities required of anyone crazy enough to tackle the daunting marathon. Originating from...

Track and field squeaks by to capture state championship

Track and field squeaks by to capture state championship

June 5, 2017

By Shane Rabacs '18 The boys’ track and field team won the class LL state championship Thursday, June 2, defeating Danbury by 2.5 points. The event was delayed Wednesday after thunderstorms occurred...

Siblings form strong bonds through playing the same sports

Siblings form strong bonds through playing the same sports

April 3, 2017

By: Alexandra Sprouls ’19 and Hannah Bolandian ’19 Strong bonds of friendship that can last a lifetime are often made through the competitive atmosphere of sports. For siblings, their existing bond...

From Tears the Cheers: Watching Spring Unfold Before our Eyes

From Tears the Cheers: Watching Spring Unfold Before our Eyes

Benjamin Nicholas Foster May 17, 2016

As Staples shakes off the wet and uncomfortable early spring rain, take a look around and view the alluring blue skies that go hand and hand with the array of different colors that are continuously awakening...

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