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Approximately 2 million injuries annually come from high school sports.

Injuries prompt stricter safety standards in athletics

Allie Beekman September 14, 2018

One year ago, after breaking her ankle in two places during a softball game, senior Marisa Harczuk of Tinton Falls had just been cleared to start playing field hockey after three months without physical...

Lebron James unveils I Promise School to public

Lebron James unveils “I Promise School” to public

Mia Gallo September 14, 2018

Any avid basketball fan knows the name Lebron James. From his free throws to three pointers to NBA championships, James is one of the biggest names in professional basketball history. But, there is more...

Survey of 163 students from May 15 to May 22, 2018.

Politics make way into athletics and affect CHS students

Meredith Prud'homme June 15, 2018

If you have ever attended a youth sports game, be it baseball, football or any other sport, you probably see it all too often: the coach’s child or their “favorite” receives preferential treatment....

Hecht runs cross country for Wall High School in the fall.

CHS athletes balance sports and summer activities

Lauren Arnao June 15, 2018

When faced with busy summer schedules, CHS students must balance working, family and sports. Some sports require athletes to train on their own or with their team, which can interfere with other summer...

Reclassifying athletes begins to unlevel the playing field

Reclassifying athletes begins to unlevel the playing field

Michael LaRocca June 15, 2018

Each year, the National Collegiate Athletic Association provides around 150,000 student-athletes with over $2.9 billion in scholarships. With only about 2 percent of high school athletes receiving scholarships...

The Kentucky Derby took place on May 5, 2018 at Churchill Downs.

The Kentucky Derby spurs animal abuse discussions

Michael Rau June 15, 2018

On Saturday, May 5, the Kentucky Derby took its historic 144th run. Horse racing shines a light on the growing dialogue about animal cruelty. The mistreatment of horses by competitive jockeys is nothing...

Students start skateboarding for convenience and for leisure

Students start skateboarding for convenience and for leisure

Michael Rau May 4, 2018

Skateboarding isn't the most popular sport at CHS, but the ones who do skateboard do it for many reasons. Sophomore Ben Hewson of Fair Haven taught himself how to skateboard. He said that he received...

Professionals serve as role models for CHS athletes

Professionals serve as role models for CHS athletes

Meredith Prud'homme May 4, 2018

CHS athletes are inspired by athlete role models to strive for greatness and success in their sports. These role models teach them balance and excellence in their sport. Sophomore Nicole Sestito of...

Survey of 116 students from April 15 to April 18.

Students have mixed opinions about kids being signed up for sports by their parents

Mia Gallo May 4, 2018

Recreational sports such as Little League and Munchkin soccer programs are staples in most towns, with little kids running around in jerseys hanging below their knees and eating orange slices at halftime....

Athletes pass down their knowledge through coaching

Athletes pass down their knowledge through coaching

Lauren Arnao May 4, 2018

Coaches care for their athletes. They want them to succeed in their sport and teach them life lessons along the way. It’s easy for older coaches to do so, considering they have more life experience,...

Americans feel particularly passionate about the Olympic Games because of the elite status of American athletics.

Olympic games inspire viewers; some join a sport while others perform better

Meredith Prud'homme March 5, 2018

In 2012, the London Olympics contributed to a record boost in the number of people playing a sport in their country. The number of adults playing a sport at least once a week increased by 750,000 during...

Student athletes spend their time exploring interests in various sports.

Athletes play multiple sports

Lauren Arnao March 5, 2018

Most high school athletes practice roughly 10 to 12 hours a week, along with multiple hours spent for games and transportation, according to Skyd Magazine, a company that celebrates the sport of ultimate...

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