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 …

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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 …

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By Annie Fitzpatrick, Assistant Sports Editor | If you have ever been by the Charles River, you most likely have seen the Winsor Crew team speed by. At the front of the boat sits coxswain and crew captain Zaara Mehra ’26, using her expert steering and enthusiastic motivation to empower her rowers. The Banner recently …

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