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  • 12/20 - 1/6 Winter Break
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On Dec. 2, senior Nolan Moran and junior Jadon Thayer watch as senior Eric Vandendriessche attempts to make a point in the game against Lyman. The game ended with the Patriots victorious with a score of 61-35, 19 of those points scored by Vandendriessche. “He [Vandendriessche] is averaging 19 points and 8 rebounds a game,” varsity boys basketball coach Mike Cuff said. “He has been a big part of our success.”

‘This is the best start in history’: boys basketball boasts triumphant season

Avery Ranum, Editor-in-Chief • January 9, 2023

Besides exciting games, the varsity boys' basketball team is known for one core thing: winning. The team is currently ranked number one in the district and are the defending district champion entering...

Totalling 2,656 points at the end of their season, UConn’s women's basketball team had an impressive run. With total attendance of 124,494, this was one of their most attended seasons ever.

UConn’s student section casts a spotlight on women’s sports

Annaliese Long, Staff Reporter • April 18, 2022

History was made on Mon., Mar. 21 at the University of Connecticut (UConn) women’s basketball game against University of Central Florida in the 2022 Women’s March Madness Tournament. Approximately...

On Tuesday Feb. 22, the varsity basketball team played Oak Ridge High School in the semi-regional game and students showed up in large numbers to support the team. “Even though we lost, that was one of the most fun and loud games I’ve ever played in,” junior Eric Vandendriessche said. “Coach Cuff and Coach Anderson said that it was the most crowded they have ever seen at our gym. I think the student section was huge for us that game and every game because they are big morale boosters and keep our energy high, but I will definitely always remember that game.”

Perseverance in the playoffs

Makayla Martindale, Sports Editor • March 10, 2022

Going into the semi-regional championship with a packed student section and high spirits, the varsity basketball team played Oak Ridge High School on Tuesday Feb. 22, in a long-anticipated rematch. The...

On Dec. 10th, the boy’s basketball teams traveled to Lake Mary High School to face the Rams. The Patriots won big against their ultimate rivals, the game ending with a score of 66-57. “I absolutely loved the turnout that we had at Lake Mary with Cuff's Crew representing,” Cuff said. “That win was very intense. A very good high School game and atmosphere”.

Boys basketball: big wins, big support

Avery Ranum, Features Editor • January 25, 2022

Packed stands, coordinated themes, the crowd going absolutely wild after every play: these seem to be the typical attributes of a varsity football game. But that was three months ago, and now, that same...

On Dec. 4 during the varsity boys basketball game against the Oviedo High School Lions, varsity coach Mike Cuff motivates and instructs players on what to do during the game. “I think the boys have really bonded and have come together,” Cuff said. “The coaches challenged them and they have responded.”

Boys basketball shows a promising season

Avery Ranum, Staff Reporter • February 22, 2021

During the winter sports season, boys’ basketball is front and center. Their games attract big crowds and for good reason. As of Jan. 25, the varsity team had an impressive record of 7-1 for the month,...

Seattle Storm player Breanna Stewart smiles during her game against the Dallas Wings on Aug. 19, 2018. Before 2020, this was one of the last WNBA games she participated in, due to the injury she sustained while playing in Russia in 2019.

Gender Disparity: A Constant Foul for Professional Basketball

Grace Stoker, Sports Editor • October 9, 2020

If you have been paying attention to sports during these last few months, you would know all about the National Basketball Association (NBA) Bubble and the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)...

KC Squared podcast members include Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore.

KC Squared: Episode 8

Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore • March 6, 2020

In this epi, da boyzzz preview the coming March Madness selections, as well as a discussion on the Houston Astros cheating scandal. To wrap up the episode, they discuss the NFL free agency rumors swirling...

The number 24 jersey of Kobe Bryant and the number 2 jersey of Gianna Bryant. The Bryant's were two of nine killed in the January 26 helicopter crash in Los Angeles.

Mamba Out: Remembering Kobe Bryant

Carson Cashion, Sports Editor • January 30, 2020

I was sitting on my couch when I heard the news of the death of Kobe Bryant. I had been idly solving a crossword puzzle when the biggest news of the year scorched its way onto my Twitter timeline. My inherent...

KC Squared podcast members include Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore.

KC Squared: Episode 6

Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore • January 11, 2020

In this episode, Keaton, Carson, and Carson preview the coming NFL divisional playoff round match-ups as well as the College Football Playoff and the sports starting up this spring around Lake...

KC Squared podcast members include Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore.

KC Squared: Episode 5

Keaton Johnson, Carson Cashion, and Carson Yore • November 15, 2019

After taking a brief sabbatical, the boys are back to discuss the College Football Playoff rankings, and their early predictions for the NBA season, along with the  marquee match-up of Seahawks-49ers...

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