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Taft’s Secret Strike

Neovi Vielma and Logan Spiker December 18, 2024

Per Bowling Vision, over 5000 years ago in 3200 BC, there was an ancient tomb belonging to a child with a set of balls and pins, being the first discovery of the sport we know as bowling. Bowling has been...

Chess Club members playing chess

Checkmating through the competition!

Matija Nicin and Bohdan Zbiglei November 14, 2024

With the Glenbard East Aries tournament coming in two weeks, the Taft Chess team is picking up steam to prepare and come out on top in the ever-approaching match. The previous tournament at the Hinsdale...

Awards won from Taft’s NJROTC event.

JROTC sports day

Jahlisa Rodriguez-Cruz, Reporter November 13, 2024

On Oct 12., Taft’s NJROTC participated in a sports challenge at Gately park with other CPS schools that have NJROTC programs. This event includes sports sections like Tug of War, Hand release push ups,...

Taft football field.

Football Senior Night

Ryan Harrity and Michal Laczak October 8, 2024

Senior Night! On Sep. 27 Taft defended in a home game against Westinghouse but Taft had Senior Night to celebrate!  Senior Night is a celebration for the seniors of Taft and a special party just for...

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Week 2 Fantasy Football Overview

Ashley Wilson and Domenic Paladino October 7, 2024

The 2024-2025 NFL season has just begun and week 2 had its share of victories, injuries and upsets that had a lot of mixed opinions online. Kansas City Chiefs Tight End, Travis Kelce, was noted as a...

Courtesy of Mackenzie DeLaCruz.

What is Badminton?

Mackenzie DeLaCruz, Reporter May 28, 2024

There are many spring sports at Taft: Baseball, Boys Volleyball, Track & Field, and many more. There are also some unique sports that a few students never really knew were a sport. Bass Fishing, ...

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Senior Night Swim Off

Lillian Martin, Reporter May 28, 2024

On April 4, the Girls Water Polo team had taken the evening to represent and appreciate their seniors. Along with a great win that night they also had gifts, speeches, and other festivities as representation...

Courtesy of Nathan Schnur.

Baseball Senior Night

Alizay Revolorio and Yvette Santiago May 15, 2024

The Baseball team’s senior night was held on May 6. The team played against Amundsen, and won. The score was 5-3. This game was a significant event for seniors before the ending of the season.  Senior...

March Madness

NCAA Men’s March Madness

Jaiden Naranjo and Simon Czarnota May 1, 2024

NCAA Men's March Madness is a basketball tournament which occurs annually in the middle of March. It's a big important sports tournament and colleges from all over the United States compete to win it all. March...

Taft Baseball Fundraiser

Taft Baseball Fundraiser

Janel Limardo and Carmen Ramirez March 15, 2024

Following tryouts, Taft’s Baseball team has started fundraising in order to prepare for this season. The team is selling Taft Baseball hoodies and shirts, designed by the seniors on the team.  The...

Super Bowl 2024

Super Bowl 2024

Celina Cuevas, Reporter March 15, 2024

The Super Bowl is a very big thing all around the world. Everyone gets excited to watch their favorite teams go head to head for the trophy. Certain people like to watch the Super Bowl for the halftime...

Boys and Girls Rugby Pre-season

Boys and Girls Rugby Pre-season

Mary Connolly and Lillian Martin March 1, 2024

The boys and girls of the Taft High School Rugby team have been getting ready for another amazing season. A lot of recruitment and preparation has been taking place to get everybody warmed up for the start.  Many...

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