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Senior lineman, Brendon Passarelli, celebrates the team's victory with other students at Naperville Central on Aug. 24.

Football team completes comeback against Naperville Central

Kabir Sawlani and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
August 28, 2018
David Brynan, freshman class board vice president, was one of the students who took part in the car wash held in the senior lot on Saturday, May 19.

Freshman class washes cars for extra fundings

Brandon Belgrad, Kabir Sawlani, and Abby Stockmal
May 22, 2018
The team takes the field post-game to shake hands with their opponents on Monday, April 23.

Baseball team loses close game to LT

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, senior, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
May 2, 2018
On Friday, April 20, the softball team played against Proviso West at home.

Softball team defeats Proviso West

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
April 25, 2018
The team enjoyed time off from games at a Louisville Cardinals baseball game.

Baseball team travels to Kentucky

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
April 11, 2018
The day of the St. Patrick's Day Parade and river dyeing is one of the busiest days of the year in Chicago, due to the rowdy crowds and clogged transit systems and highways.

Students head downtown for St. Patrick’s Day

Kabir Sawlani and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 20, 2018
On Wednesday, March 14, the boys varsity lacrosse team played its home opener against Highland Park High School. The Red Devils won 15-3.

Boys varsity lacrosse team wins home opener

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 16, 2018
Joey Kolnicki, junior, shows off a six-pound bass.

Bass fishing team reels in upcoming season

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2018
Donovan Lahmann, junior, swam the 200-yard freestyle on Saturday, Feb. 24.

Boys swim and dive team places third in state

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
February 27, 2018
Students enjoyed their snow day on Friday, Feb. 9 by going outside and playing in the snow.

[Photo] Students make up the snow day

Leah Stevens, Everett Eck, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
February 22, 2018
Since the Parkland shooting, many students across the nation have protested publicly against current gun laws through walkouts and marches.

Students prepare for National School Walkout

Kabir Sawlani and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
February 23, 2018
At least a foot of snow fell during the second weekend of February, causing school to be canceled.

Snow day shenanigans

Kabir Sawlani and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
February 15, 2018
Ayden Head and Tyler Cashman, juniors and club presidents, lead a Food Review Club meeting.

Food Review Club: A club for foodies

Kabir Sawlani and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
February 13, 2018
For those who didn't make it to the registration at school, there are still plenty of ways to register online.

[Photo] Seniors register to vote

Scott Bitautas and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
February 9, 2018
The grade steak burrito from Taco Grill & Salsa Bar always hits the spot and fills late-night cravings.

Late-night scrunch

Kabir Sawlani, Samia Douedari, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
January 31, 2018
Members of the boys track and field team meet in the fitness center and have a pep talk before they leave for their run outside.

Track and field season preview

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
January 26, 2018
The boys basketball team stands for the National Anthem at home prior to the tip-off against York on Friday, Jan. 12.

Boys basketball takes on York

Kabir Sawlani and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
January 16, 2018
Last year the Red Devils had many talented senior players, who have since gone off to college. With this loss, the new senior players have stepped up.

Girls basketball team prepares to take on LT

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
December 13, 2017
Matt Rush, junior, stares down the hoop before shooting over a Hinsdale South defender.

Boys basketball team takes on District 86 rival

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
December 5, 2017
Although Lyons Township won the game, the Red Devils had a large amount of support coming from the fan section.

Boys bowling team takes on LT

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
December 1, 2017
The winning team at the Turkey Bowel consisted of seniors Matt Bjorson, Garrett Oakey, Nick Biancalana, and Lonnell Smith. Junior Aidan Cruickshank and sophomore Guy Goss were also on the team.

[Photo] Sports Club hosts first annual Turkey Bowl

Everett Eck and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
November 28, 2017
Boys bowling is just one of the winter sports beginning to start their season.

Winter sports season set to begin

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
November 14, 2017
Part of the boys varsity cross country state team poses after running the three-mile race for State.

Boys and girls cross country team concludes season at State

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
November 8, 2017
The varsity football team kicked off their first IHSA State Playoff game of the season at home. They beat Stevenson High School and won with a final score of 33-21.

Football team wins first playoff game since 2014

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2017
The Red Devils huddle up before the big game against Hinsdale South on their turf.

Football team ends regular season on a high note

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2017
Central's latest hype video, the students' fierce school spirit, and the historic rivalry with Lyons Township all ensured that the game on Friday, Oct. 13 would be the most intense of the year.

Football team defeats LT in narrow win

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor; Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief, and Amani Myran & Rahma Rafiq, Contributors
October 17, 2017
Rocky Araujo, junior, handles the puck during the game on Saturday, Oct. 7. Araujo was responsible for both of the team's goals that night.

Hockey team looks to rebound from last season

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
October 11, 2017

Kneeling for Change

Kabir Sawlani, Sports Writer
October 2, 2017
The girls volleyball teams played their first home game Tuesday night, Sept. 26.

Girls volleyball defeats York and moves to 9-9

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2017
The Oaken Bucket, wrapped in copper strips, is marked with the scores from every Central and Downers Grove North game since the 1930s.

Football team captures Oaken Bucket for 11th consecutive year

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
September 18, 2017
Layo Adelakun, junior, prepares to return the ball back to her opponent at the match against Glenbard West on Sept. 12.

Girls tennis team defeats Glenbard West

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
September 18, 2017
Matt Rush, junior quarterback, prepares to make a passing play against Willowbrook High School on Sept. 1.

Football team defeats Willowbrook High School

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
September 5, 2017
The football team took the field at St. Xavier High School in Cincinnati on Aug. 26.

Boys football takes on top-ranked Cincinnati team

Kabir Sawlani, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
August 31, 2017
Last year's tennis team looks to win a state championship this year after coming in second place in 2016.

Boys varsity tennis looks to avenge last season’s state loss

Kabir Sawlani, Contributor
March 2, 2017
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