Athlete of the Month

By: Matthew Brothers- staff writer
November 24, 2009

As the quarterback of a football team that runs a triple option offense, senior Alex Kantor is a triple option threat himself, running, passing and picking apart opposing defenses.  “[Kantor] knows how to read defenses,” senior wide receiver Brandon Swepson said. “If the play breaks down, he can... Read more »

Perfect Season ends in letdown for girls soccer

By: Harris Fanaroff- Archive Manager
November 24, 2009

Junior goalkeeper Krista Quicker walked up to the goal line with the fate of the season in her hands. After saving the Bulldogs from elimination several times throughout the game, CHS needed one more miracle out of Quicker. However, B-CC’s next penalty kick was well-placed and found its way into the... Read more »

The miserable, pathetic life of a Redskins fan

By: Brett Mead: sports editor
October 30, 2009

You know those tests they do in labs where the lab rat is offered something appealing like a piece of cheese, but when they go for it they get zapped, so they eventually learn not to touch it? That pretty much sums up my relationship with the Redskins. Every time I try rooting for them, which is inevitably... Read more »

Something must be done to pump up the fun

By Harris Fanaroff: Archives Manager
October 30, 2009

As I walk into Shepard Stadium for the usual Friday night MoCo football game, I can’t help but notice the large amount of students underneath the pavilion, crowded around the snack bar. Why are so many students at the football game if they’re just going to stand around and talk amongst themselves?... Read more »

Former Bulldog Mascot shares his tale

By Joe Haynes: Arts Production Manager
October 30, 2009

Most students’ ideal Friday night consists of hanging out with friends, going to the movies or being at the football game. I, however, have had a different experience on my Friday nights. Until a month ago, I would lace up a soft grey fur suit and don a matching Bulldog helmet that did not quite fit. Being... Read more »

Girls volleyball drops five consecutive games

By- Brett Mead:Sports Editor David Wilson:Sports Editor Sebastion Romero: Staff Writer
October 30, 2009

The girls volleyball team is looking to bounce back after a tough stretch in which CHS lost five consecutive games. “The team needs to improve on being positive and encouraging one another instead of being down on themselves,” sophomore Vanessa Zheng said. “Also, we need to stop overestimating... Read more »

Despite injuries, cross country continues success

By: Donald Kim- Staff Writer
October 30, 2009

The boys cross country team’s successful season took a turn for the worse Oct. 20 when sophomore Zach Weinstein suffered an injury to his knee that required five stitches. Weinstein, who has been the team’s top runner this season, was unable to run in the county championship. The team has battled... Read more »

Girls tennis clinches three-way tie for division titles

By: Jillian Postal- online sports editor
October 29, 2009

The girls tennis team finished its season with the same record as last season, a near perfect 11-1. Though the Lady Bulldogs did not complete their goal of going undefeated this season, they still clinched a three-way tie for division champion title. “Overall we did well,” junior Lauren Pinsky said.... Read more »

Runners are talented athletes

By: Justin Rheingold- breaking stories online editor
October 29, 2009

As an avid runner it is troubling to hear others say that “running is not a sport.” However, these non-runners use inaccurate logic in their reasoning and thus this idea is a mere fallacy. Admittedly running can be divided into two distinct categories—leisure and competitive runnig — but the... Read more »

Running does not require skill

By: Matt Brothers- staff writer
October 29, 2009

Around my neighborhood kids juggle soccer balls and football players play catch to improve their skills in certain sports. “Trackies,” on the other hand, practice running because all they really do in their events is run.   Running is not a sport. A sport is an activity involving physical exertion... Read more »