By Avery Fantasia, Staff Writer | The 2026 National Hockey League (NHL) Playoffs began on Saturday, April 18, and mark the 99th annual competition for the prestigious Stanley Cup. The playoffs feature a four-round, bracket-style play in which each of the 16 participating NHL teams compete in a best-of-seven game series in order to advance …
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By Talia Ziblatt, Contributing Writer | Inside the Dream Finals—the Final Four The NBA Conference Finals began on May 22. The final four teams, New York Knicks versus the Cleveland Cavaliers, and the San Antonio Spurs versus the Oklahoma City Thunder, all have a chance to punch their ticket to the Finals. I have outlined …
By Emily Yakoobian, Assistant Sports Editor | Athletes constantly train to strengthen their bodies, but the all-too-forgotten mental side of sports is just as important. Mental health is often overlooked in athletics, and the stigma surrounding it can make athletes hide their self-doubt and feel alone in their struggles. However, even elite athletes like Simone …
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By Charis Liu, Staff Writer | In an era of constant sports coverage with instant replays, the 2026 Kentucky Derby stands out as one of the few events that still feels larger than the sport itself. Held at Churchill Downs, the race delivered its mix of high stakes, tradition, and unpredictability, drawing national attention for …
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By Kathy Wang, Copy Editor | Every student at Winsor has received Ms. Granese’s weekly emails announcing game schedules, early dismissals, and athletic achievements. Behind those updates lie nearly two decades of leadership that shaped and transformed Winsor’s athletic program. After 17 years as Winsor’s Director of Athletics, Ms. Granese will retire at the end …
Continue reading Beyond the Scoreboard: Reflecting on Ms. Granese’s Leadership
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