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SWHS softball head coach Emma Sands pitching during her time at Eastern Connecticut State University. (Photo courtesy of Emma Sands)

New Season, New Leadership

Coach Emma Sands brings team-first mentality to South Windsor softball.
Lilliana Girouard, Staff Writer March 20, 2025

The South Windsor softball team is a key part of the school’s spring sports lineup. With three levels of competition, the program welcomes a new leader this season—Emma Sands, who has stepped into...

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President of the lacrosse association, Caitlin Cincotta, introduces seniors Mady Syme, Elise Suffish, and Kaitlyn Bullock during lacrosse opening night.

Girls Lacrosse Pre Season

Keira Paixao, Staff Writer March 19, 2025

With the South Windsor High School’s girls’ lacrosse season set to begin on March 22, players are eager to take the field and make their mark. Tryouts are at the end of March and players are ready...

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Junior Aditya Patel and Sophomore Tim Obeid dive for the 50 yard freestyle.

Making Waves at CCCs

Dhu’l-Kifl Ramirez and Jozefin Waniewski March 10, 2025

The South Windsor High School boys’ swim team went to the Conference Championships at Glastonbury High School on Thursday, March 6th, earning second place and seeing numerous swimmers qualify for states.  Prior...

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Members of the Bobcats lacrosse team stand together after a captains' practice to prepare for the season ahead.

Locking in on Lacrosse

Alex DeCiantis, Staff Writer March 6, 2025

As spring approaches, the lacrosse team shows a lot of promise this year.  One of the team's top scorers from last year, Jalen Canales, returns with 63 points under his belt in the previous season....

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Junior Josh Willoughby celebrates after his goal with a couple Bobcats teammates.

‘Cats Outlast Thunderbirds in Season Finale

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist March 6, 2025

On a cold and windy Monday afternoon, the Bobcats of South Windsor traveled to the Northford Ice Pavilion to take on the North Branford Thunderbirds. Both teams have had disappointing seasons, especially...

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Kevin Wind takes a shot before the Bobcats game against East Hartford.

Kevin Wind: Leading the Charge on Varsity

Anthony Sosa, Staff Writer March 3, 2025

Despite starting his basketball season on junior varsity, Kevin Wind’s skill in the sport is only growing, now leading the charge on varsity after earning his new spot in the starting lineup for the...

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Senior Boys’ Varsity Swim Captain Dylan Baumgartner exits the swimming pool after performing a dive. (Nathan Baumgartner)

Diving into Leadership: Meet Dylan Baumgartner

Dhu’l-Kifl Ramirez, Staff Writer February 28, 2025

Dylan Baumgartner, a senior at South Windsor High School, currently serves as one of three captains for the Boys’ Varsity Swim Team. This accolade, although certainly influenced by his commitment to...

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Freshman Emma Gordon getting a pin in her second match of the day. (Madeline Gordon)

Queen of the Mat

Jozefin Waniewski, Staff Writer February 27, 2025

The South Windsor High School wrestling team participated in the ‘Connecticut Queen of the Mat Tournament’ on Sunday, February 23rd.  The tournament was open to all female public school athletes...

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Senior wide receiver Ethan Burke running a route during the 24-25 high school football season.

Rising To New Heights

Senior Ethan Burke will continue his football career at Trinity College in the fall.
Nailah Nsakala, Staff Writer February 20, 2025

After his senior season in football, senior Ethan Burke has been recognized for his athletic skill and given the opportunity to play for the Trinity College Bantams. He has been chosen to play the position...

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Freshman Luis Lopez Casimir taking a picture before his 55 meter race at Yale track facility. (Lopez Casimir)

The Freshman Flash

Izabella McKenna, Staff Writer February 18, 2025

Luis Lopez Casimir is a freshman at South Windsor High School. Although it is his first year with the indoor track team, he has made a huge impact already. Being on the varsity team and competing at the...

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