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Eli Schwartzman

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist

Eli Schwartzman is a third year journalism student at South Windsor High School and is entering his junior year. He is the Sports Speciallist for The Prowl. He oversees all sports content that comes through The Prowl. Schwartzman loves sports, both playing and watching. He plans to cover many different sports games this year and write about them. When he’s not in the classroom, you can find Eli taking pictures at a sports game, spending time with his friends, or with his four dogs. Last year, his article, “The King of Hearts”, won a Best of SNO award, as well as finishing fourth in the NSPA sports article division.

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Senior Sam Balducci returns to third base before the seventh inning of the Bobcats 5-2 semifinal win.

Sammy’s Slam Sends South Soaring to State Championship

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
June 11, 2025

As the rain cleared up in the late afternoon of Tuesday, June 10, the South Windsor High School Bobcats traveled to Palmer Field in Middletown to “host” the Bears of Norwalk High School in the...

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Senior Robert Wunsch enters his windup during the Bobcats 4-2 quarterfinals win over Naugatuck.

South Sails Into Semis Despite Heavy Rain

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
June 7, 2025

On a gross, rainy, humid Saturday afternoon, the CIAC Class LL quarterfinal matchup between the second-seeded South Windsor Bobcats and seventh-seeded Naugatuck Greyhounds took place at Rotary Field in...

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The South Windsor High School Baseball team celebrates their walk-off win over Fairfield Prep.

Falco’s Swing of a Lifetime Sends ‘Cats to Quarterfinals

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
June 4, 2025

  The South Windsor High School Bobcats hosted the Fairfield Prep Jesuits at Rotary Field for the second round of the CIAC Class LL state tournament. With both teams fielding lineups full of firepower,...

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Senior Robert Wunsch delivers a pitch during the Bobcats round one win over Greenwich.

‘Cats Control Cardinals; Cruise to Round 2

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
June 3, 2025

Monday, June 2nd, saw the opening round of the CIAC Baseball state tournaments take place. The South Windsor Bobcats earned the second seed in the class LL tournament and hosted the Greenwich Cardinals...

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Senior infielders Justin Dittmar, Sam Balducci, and Robert Wunsch stand during the National Anthem before the Bobcats 3-0 win over Valley Regional.

Bobcats Prepare for Conference and State Tournaments

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
May 27, 2025

With the 2025 regular season officially over, the South Windsor High School Bobcats baseball team prepares for the CCC and state tournaments with expectations higher than ever, and for good reason.  A...

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Senior Justin Dittmar prepares to hit during the Bobcats 7-3 win over Manchester.

Edwards Strikes Out 13 as ‘Cats Claw Redhawks

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
May 15, 2025

The South Windsor Bobcats baseball team hosted the Manchester Redhawks on Wednesday, May 14th for the second meeting between the two teams of the season, with the previous game resulting in a 5-3 Bobcats...

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Senior Captain Elise Suffish in midfield passes the ball during the Simsbury game.

[Photo] Suffish Shines

Adam Albaghdadi, Social Media Editor
May 6, 2025

Senior Captain Elise Suffish in midfield passes the ball during the Simsbury game.

Senior Robert Wunsch throws a pitch during the Bobcats 7-6 win over Southington.

Bob Day

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
April 29, 2025

Nearly every other game since the start of the 2023 season, Robert Wunsch has taken the mound for the South Windsor High School Bobcats baseball team. The 5 foot 9 right hander has been a staple in both...

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Senior Sam Balducci holds up the ball after tagging out a Blue Knights runner to end the inning.

South Surmounts Southington in Instant Classic

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
April 24, 2025

Just one year ago, the South Windsor Bobcats could do nothing but watch as the Southington Blue Knights celebrated their victory in the inaugural CCC baseball championship. Since then, both teams have...

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Senior Robert Wunsch touches home plate after hitting his first career home run against Lewis Mills.

South Smacks the Spartans Behind Massive Offensive Outburst

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
April 22, 2025

A cold and windy Monday afternoon brought the Lewis Mills Spartans to Rotary Field for a battle with the South Windsor High School Bobcats. The Bobcats looked to get off on the right foot ahead of a big...

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South Windsor High School Boys Lacrosse Coach, Moore, strategizes a game plan during half-time against Ellington.

[Photo] The Heart of South Windsor Lacrosse

Adam Albaghdadi, Social Media Editor
April 22, 2025

South Windsor High School Boys Lacrosse Coach, Moore, strategizes a game plan during half-time against Ellington.

Senior Jalen Canales warms up in preparation for the game.

[Photo] Canales Hits 100-Point Milestone; South Windsor Dominates Tolland 17–3

April 22, 2025

Senior Jalen Canales warms up in preparation for the game.

Sophomore Carter Cornish waits for the ball during his 6 goal performance versus Ellington.

Carter Cornish’s Rise to Fame

Alex DeCiantis and Eli Schwartzman
April 10, 2025

Sophomore sensation Carter Cornish is just 15 years old, but has been dominating on the field at attack for the South Windsor Bobcats lacrosse team. He has been a key player in all of the games played...

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Junior Josh Fine taking some warm up shots before his game against East Catholic.

[Photo] Fine’s Fire

Adam Albaghdadi, Social Media Editor
April 3, 2025

Junior Josh Fine taking some warm up shots before his game against East Catholic.

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

Senior Ethan Kowaleski searches for a teammate to pass to during the Bobcats 3-2 win over North Branford.

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

[Photo] Kevin Wind: Leading the Charge on Varsity

Anthony Sosa, Staff Writer
March 3, 2025

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

Junior Eli Schwartzman will represent South Windsor High School and The Bobcat Prowl as a National Youth Correspondent.

[Photo] Schwartzman; The Bobcat Prowl’s Sportsman

February 28, 2025

Junior Eli Schwartzman will represent South Windsor High School and The Bobcat Prowl as a National Youth Correspondent.

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

[Photo] Rising To New Heights

Nailah Nsakala, Staff Writer
February 20, 2025

Senior Ethan Burke waits for the call on the field during a game.

Sophomore Olivia Costello drives to the basket during a game against Granby Memorial.

[Photo] Finding Success on The Court with Skill and Grace

Anthony Sosa, Staff Writer
February 11, 2025

Sophomore Olivia Costello drives to the basket during a game against Granby Memorial.

Senior captain Mason Trombley falls back on defense during the Bobcats game versus Simsbury.

Mr. South Windsor Hockey

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
January 30, 2025

Senior captain Mason Trombley falls back on defense during the Bobcats game versus Simsbury.

Senior Captain Lauren Graham shooting the ball into the hoop.

[Photo] South Windsor High Schools Girls Varsity Basketball Captains

January 27, 2025

Senior Captain Lauren Graham shooting the ball into the hoop.

The players on the bench cheer on their teammates following a big play.

Cat Craziness in Cromwell

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
January 26, 2025

On Saturday January 25, the South Windsor Bobcats hockey team traveled to Champions Skating Center in Cromwell for a tilt with the Rocky Hill Terriers. The ‘Cats entered the game looking to snap their...

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Haynes First Triple-Double and Edwards Season High Guide ‘Cats Past Terriers

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
January 25, 2025

On Friday, January 24, the South Windsor Bobcats hosted the Terriers of Rocky Hill High School for a Friday night battle. Both teams entered the contest desperately needing a win with the Bobcats sitting...

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Senior captain Noah Sampson prepares to save a shot during the game against Hamden.

Between The Pipes With Noah Sampson

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
January 16, 2025

For the past two seasons, there’s been only one player to start in every single game for the South Windsor High School hockey team. Noah “Jimbo” Sampson has been at the helm of the Bobcats lineup...

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Junior guard, number 13, Jaden Bridgeforth, driving to the rim through Plainville's defense.

[Photo] Jay2Green

Adam Albaghdadi and Nirvaan Thakran
January 13, 2025

Junior guard, number 13, Jaden Bridgeforth, driving to the rim through Plainville's defense.

SWHS athlete Teagan Purcell taking a well planned three point shot.

[Photo] ‘Teagan’ It to the Hoop

Jane Carty and Hannah Kowalchik
January 10, 2025

SWHS athlete Teagan Purcell taking a well planned three point shot.

Senior Noah Butler skates to the circle after the whistle for the face off.

[Photo] Butla’s Blueprint

Adam Albaghdadi, Social Media Editor
January 9, 2025

Senior Noah Butler skates to the circle after the whistle for the face off.

Junior Ryder Haynes prepares to get a rebound in the game against Platt.

[Photo] ‘Ryde’ Above the Rim

Nihaal Thakran and Adam Saada
January 6, 2025

Junior Ryder Haynes prepares to get a rebound in the game against Platt.

Students, teachers, and parents adjust to changes throughout the town and schools.

[Photo] Top 5 Stories of 2024

January 6, 2025

Students, teachers, and parents adjust to changes throughout the town and schools.

New South Windsor High School Bobcats Hockey Coach, Nick Gionfriddo. (Jeff De Haes)

The Bobcats Take the Ice with Coach Gionfriddo

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
December 10, 2024

For the first time in over 17 seasons, the South Windsor High School boys hockey team enters a new season without coach Neil Rodman at the helm. With many successful seasons and a career .554 winning percentage...

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SWHS senior captains walk onto the field for the coin toss.

‘Cats Crush Enfield; Win Second Straight Route 5 Rivalry

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
December 3, 2024

On Friday, November 22nd, the South Windsor High School Bobcats traveled to Enfield High School to take on the Eagles in a cold game under the bright lights in the annual Route 5 Rivalry Game. The ‘Cats...

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Winter Sports Preview

Eli Schwartzman, Anthony Sosa, and Alex DeCiantis
November 21, 2024

Check out this podcast discussion previewing winter sports in South Windsor High School.

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Pottinger driving in on the opposition to score on them.

[Photo] Tyler Takes the Court

Will Castelhano, Tyler Romero, and Fadel Kafel
November 18, 2024

Pottinger driving in on the opposition to score on them.

Dominic MacNeil warms up before the Bobcats game versus Stamford.

[Photo] The Bobcats’ Ball Hawk

Nihaal Thakran and Adam Albaghdadi
November 14, 2024

Dominic MacNeil warms up before the Bobcats game versus Stamford.

Brayden Edwards in the outfield during a regular season game versus Manchester.

The Payoff Pitch

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
November 11, 2024

Brayden Edwards in the outfield during a regular season game versus Manchester.

Seniors Nihaal Thakran and Will Campbell line up to snap the ball.

[Photo] South Windsor Senior Day

Nihaal Thakran and Adam Saada
November 11, 2024

View of Coach Hodge on the sideline during the Senior Day Game against East Hartford.

Sophomore Ryan Faux on the way to scoring his first touchdown against Conard.

[Photo] Latest on ‘Faux’ News: Sophomore Standout

Nirvaan Thakran and Nihaal Thakran
November 6, 2024

Sophomore Ryan Faux on the way to scoring his first touchdown against Conard.

The South Windsor and Stamford captains meet for the coin toss before their game as part of the Connecticut Football Alliance.

Explaining the Connecticut Football Alliance

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
October 9, 2024

With the 2024 Connecticut high school football season now in full swing, there are still some questions that remain unanswered. One that looms large is the question of why are teams in the CCC playing...

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Sophomore defender Emery Forko receiving the ball on the defensive end.

[Photo] Girls Varsity Soccer

October 10, 2024

Sophomore defender Emery Forko receiving the ball on the defensive end.

South Windsor Head Football Coach Dave Hodge motivating senior captain Nathan Tenney.

[Photo] The Heart of SWHS Football

Adam Albaghdadi, Nihaal Thakran, and Will Castelhano
October 7, 2024

South Windsor Head Football Coach Dave Hodge motivating senior captain Nathan Tenney.

South Windsor High School girls soccer team celebrates a win against Avon.

[Photo] Meet the Team

Jane Carty, Ore Akinsola, Mia Ruiz, and Lilliana Girouard
October 10, 2024

Junior center attacking mid Sam Roux moving the ball up the field.

Freshman right center back Allison Marques observing the play from the back line.

Freshman right center back Allison Marques observing the play from the back line.

Junior center back Erin Martin on the field during the girls game against Avon.

Junior center back Erin Martin on the field during the girls game against Avon.

South Windsor High School Bobcats rush onto the field to start Saturday's game against Stamford.

Dominant Defense Leads South Windsor Over Stamford

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
September 30, 2024

Junior lineman Isaac Gerber talks about the defense during Saturday's game against Stamford.

Robinson rushes onto the field to tend to Nathan Tenney’s injury during a game against Bristol Central.

[Photo] The Backbone of South Windsor Sports

September 30, 2024

Robinson rushes onto the field to tend to Nathan Tenney’s injury during a game against Bristol Central.

South Windsor High School Bobcats rush onto the field to start Saturday's game against Stamford.

South Windsor High School Bobcats rush onto the field to start Saturday's game against Stamford.

The South Windsor High School football team gathers around coach David Hodge.

Bobcats Beat the Owls Behind Burke’s Big Night

Eli Schwartzman, Editor/Sports Specialist
September 24, 2024

On Friday, September 20, the South Windsor Bobcats football team traveled to battle the Owls under the bright lights of Hartford Public High School, leaving the contest with a 35-22 victory. The game...

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Junior Hayden Xhokaxhiu scoring his first goal of the season.

[Photo] Hayden’s Golden Boots

Adam Albaghdadi, Social Media Editor
September 24, 2024

Junior Hayden Xhokaxhiu scoring his first goal of the season.

Lopez boots the ball down field in the Bobcats attacking zone.

[Photo] Her Goal? Stopping Yours

Will Castelhano and Adam Albaghdadi
September 16, 2024

Lopez boots the ball down field in the Bobcats attacking zone.

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