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Austin Heyer ’27 had 10 points and shot 60 percent from the floor.

Wreckers crush Kolbe, continue state championship run

Will Enquist ’26, Paper Editor March 6, 2025

The Staples Wreckers’ boys’ basketball team (22-3) defeated the Kolbe Cathedral Cougars (11-11) 80-71 on March 4, in an effort that will see Staples advance to the CIAC quarterfinals. The game marks...

According to the National Institutes of Health , youth sport participation provides an avenue to develop peer relationships, self esteem and leadership qualities. It may also lay the foundation for a healthier adult lifestyle.

Pick up the stick, experience high school sports

Ella Harrington ‘25, Web News Editor March 4, 2025

My biggest regret in high school wasn’t having zero free periods my junior year or taking an AP economics class that I truly can’t handle. It’s not even getting my license a year-and-a-half later...

The Staples Wreckers beat the Ridgefield Tigers 68-58 to win the 2024-2025 FCIAC Championship.

Boys’ basketball defeats Ridgefield 68-58 to win FCIAC championship

Dylan Robbin ’28, Web Sports Editor February 27, 2025

In 1963, the Staples boys’ basketball team won the Fairfield County Interscholastic Conference (FCIAC) championship. Since then, Staples has waited 62 years for another title, and the 2-seeded Wreckers...

Co-Founder of A-Team Performance and Chiropractic and Staples Head Strength and Conditioning coach Drew Accomando (Photo Contributed by Drew Accomando).

Staples coach strengthens teams, wins championships

Dylan Robbin ’28, Web Sports Editor February 14, 2025

Staples High School students, parents and fans have seen an uptick in winning seasons and championships since 2021. Notably, Caleb Smith ’24 was named the 2023 MaxPreps Connecticut High School Football...

Captains Ella Harrington ’25 and Poppy Harrington ’25 pose with their parents during the ceremony before the game. (Photo contributed by Sage Cohen '25).

Girls’ basketball senior night ends in close defeat, playoff hopes remain

Caroline Zajac ’25, Business Manager February 10, 2025

Three senior captains were celebrated on Feb. 8 during a home game against Trumbull: Aviva Ross, Poppy Harrington and Ella Harrington. For them, it wasn’t just another game; it was the culmination of...

The Staples boys' basketball team defeats Fairfield Ludlowe 57-41 on Feb 4, after a loss to the Number one seat, St. Bernard

Boys’ basketball defeats Ludlowe 57-41, regains momentum

Jordan Ginsberg ’26, Contributing Writer February 7, 2025

The Staples boys' basketball team secured a strong bounce-back win against Fairfield Ludlowe 57-41 at home on Feb. 4, after a tough loss to the No. 1 team in the state, St. Bernard. This win helped Staples...

Staples defeated Fairfield Warde 73-50 in a highly anticipated FCIAC contest; this was Warde’s second loss of the season.

Boys’ basketball dominates Fairfield Warde in statement win

William Murray ’25, Web Sports Editor February 3, 2025

The Staples boys’ basketball team cruised to a 23-point victory, 73-50, over Fairfield Warde in an FCIAC duel on Jan. 28. The highly anticipated match up between two of the FCIAC’s strongest teams...

Student athletes must celebrate traditions while honoring athletic commitments.

Balancing breaks and commitment: Are holiday practices fair for athletes?

Austin Heyer ’27, Staff Writer January 2, 2025

For most students the holiday season is a time when many families look forward to Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks with hope of some relaxation and recharging before midterms. However, for student-athletes,...

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...

Staples struggled to gain ground offensively, with its longest pass going for only 26 yards. (Photo by Will Enquist '26)

Staples ends season in shutout loss to Greenwich

Will Enquist ’26, Paper Editor December 10, 2024

On a frigid afternoon at Paul Lane field, the Staples Wreckers football team (10-2) ended their season and state title defense with a disappointing 14-0 semi final loss to the Greenwich Cardinals (10-2)....

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