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The J.V. softball dugout was destroyed by a tornado in April.
Storm damages Community athletic facilities
Ewalt, along with the other 2026 retirees, was recognized at Community's homecoming football game in October.
Ewalt retires after 23 years at Community
Five Inkspot staffers, across four events, medaled at the IHSA State Journalism competition. L to R: Arwen Georgas, Vidushi Shukla, Anna Chang, Brady Phelps and, not pictured, Rex Rowley.
Inkspot places 6th at IHSA state, sets program records for points, medalists
Board approves amended enrollment plan; preserves Carlock, Glenn Elementaries
Board approves amended enrollment plan; preserves Carlock, Glenn Elementaries
Six of the students from Mr. Brad Bovenkerk's 5th hour Journalism 2/3 course qualified for the 2026 IHSA State Journalism competition by placing third or better in their event at sectionals.
Inkspot journalists post best sectional finish in school history
Netflix brings ‘Lord of the Flies’ to screen in 4-episode series
Netflix brings ‘Lord of the Flies’ to screen in 4-episode series
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Cinemojis [game]
A driven jazz drummer (Miles Teller) fights for a top spot at an elite conservatory as a ruthless instructor (J.K. Simmons) pushes him past his limits, turning passion into obsession. In our scroll-addicted culture, “Whiplash” argues that focus beats the feed, rewarding real attention with questions that linger longer than any trend. Image Courtesy of: Sony Pictures Classics
When focus beats the feed
Blood, Brain and Box Office
Blood, Brain and Box Office
After a zombie plague overruns the Avengers, survivors race across a dystopian landscape to stop the super-powered undead. Featuring the voices of Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Rudd, Florence Pugh, David Harbour, Tessa Thompson and more, the series is created by Bryan Andrews and Zeb Wells and executive produced by Kevin Feige. Promotional Image Courtesy of: Marvel Animation
‘Marvel Zombies’ pulls Marvel into TV-MA horror on Disney+ [review]
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Cinemojis [game]
A driven jazz drummer (Miles Teller) fights for a top spot at an elite conservatory as a ruthless instructor (J.K. Simmons) pushes him past his limits, turning passion into obsession. In our scroll-addicted culture, “Whiplash” argues that focus beats the feed, rewarding real attention with questions that linger longer than any trend. Image Courtesy of: Sony Pictures Classics
When focus beats the feed
Blood, Brain and Box Office
Blood, Brain and Box Office
Fall flicks: From cozy comforts to chilling thrills
Fall flicks: From cozy comforts to chilling thrills
From Ryan Coogler comes “Sinners,” a haunting tale about what it means to fight for your identity—before it’s drained away. Michael B. Jordan stars in a dual role as twin brothers whose juke joint dreams turn into a battleground for the soul of a community. With vampires standing in for colonizers and appropriation as the real curse, “Sinners” might be the best film of the year. Image Courtesy of: Warner Bros. Pictures
‘Sinners’ sinks its teeth into cultural appropriation with sharp, stylish bite
Almost Famous: 3 artists on the brink of a breakout
Almost Famous: 3 artists on the brink of a breakout
YouTube, founded in 2005, was still in its infancy when Soulja Boy uploaded an instructional dance video for his track "Crank That (Soulja Boy)" on the platform. The video quickly racked up millions of views, launching the young artist's career. Screencapture: YouTube // @Soulja Boy
From viral sensation to industry architect—Soulja Boy brings his legacy to Bloomington’s Castle Theatre
Why Harrison Gordon is the band you need to see live
Why Harrison Gordon is the band you need to see live
Tyler, the Creator served as "Chromakopia's" producer, writer and arranger. Among some of the features on the album's 14 tracks are Daniel Caesar, Teezo Touchdown, Lil Wayne and Santigold. Album Art Courtesy of: Columbia Records
Tyler, the Creator’s ‘Chromakopia’ delivers bold introspection, evolution
"Writing music and inspiring people is my passion, it's what I love to do," Benson Boone said in October 2023. Two years ago, the TikTok star turned 'American Idol' drop out wasn't so sure. Photo Courtesy: WB Music
Benson Boone: ‘American Idol’ exit to excellent EP ‘PULSE’ [review]
Netflix brings ‘Lord of the Flies’ to screen in 4-episode series
Netflix brings ‘Lord of the Flies’ to screen in 4-episode series
After a zombie plague overruns the Avengers, survivors race across a dystopian landscape to stop the super-powered undead. Featuring the voices of Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Rudd, Florence Pugh, David Harbour, Tessa Thompson and more, the series is created by Bryan Andrews and Zeb Wells and executive produced by Kevin Feige. Promotional Image Courtesy of: Marvel Animation
‘Marvel Zombies’ pulls Marvel into TV-MA horror on Disney+ [review]
WWE RAW Raw debuted on Netflix in early January as part of a $500 million agreement between the TKO Group, the parent of WWE, and Netflix. Graphic Courtesy of: TKO Group
From Body Slams to brand deals: WWE’s Netflix era leaves some fans tapping out
Image Courtesy of: Netflix Promotional Materials
Tyson vs. Paul: Community weighs in on boxing’s generational showdown [video]
Comfort viewing: 3 reasons I love ‘The Good Place’
Comfort viewing: 3 reasons I love ‘The Good Place’
Photo Illustration: Brad Bovenkerk // Image Partially Created Using Artificial Intellegence: Adobe Firelfly
Hollywood’s game plan: 3 video games begging for screen adaptations
The 2024 Game Awards: Who deserves the spotlight this year
The 2024 Game Awards: Who deserves the spotlight this year
Epic Games rewinds time with Season OG, reignites Fortnite fervor
Epic Games rewinds time with Season OG, reignites Fortnite fervor
Connections, the newest of New York Times' game offerings, is the best game you aren't playing, according to the Inkspot's B.J. Dumas. Screenshot // New York Times
Finding ‘Connections’: the best game you aren’t playing
Top 10 Super Mario power-ups
Top 10 Super Mario power-ups
The Ironmen celebrate their comeback victory over a surging Huntley Red Raiders' team. Photo Courtesy of: Charles Green // @crg_mojo
Ironmen rally from 4 down to stun Huntley on Stevens homer, Naour walk-off
.Gavin Michaels hit .750 against the Bloomington Raiders as Community clinched a third-straight Big 12 title.
Ironmen clinch third-straight Big 12 title behind Glass shutout, improve to 30-2
It was a record-setting season for the seniors of Iron swim as Sam Grojean and Wade Pyle medaled at the IHSA Boys Swimming and Diving meet. Photos Courtesy of: Ironmen Athletics
Leaving a legacy: Pyle, Grojean leave their mark on Ironmen swimming
Iron improve to 6-8 after back-to-back blowout wins
Iron improve to 6-8 after back-to-back blowout wins
The 2025-26 varsity softball roster.
Iron softball rides 20-0 rout into weekend
Coach’s Corner: Konopasek on Iron volleyball’s 34-6 run, what’s next [video]
Coach’s Corner: Konopasek on Iron volleyball’s 34-6 run, what’s next [video]
Senior Piper Lowder poses on the starting blocks with her sectional medals Nov. 8 after qualifying for her fourth straight trip to the IHSA Girls Swimming & Diving State Finals, the IHSA’s only single-class state competition. Image Courtesy of: Community Athletics Dept.
Lowder returns to State in 50, 100 free on first solo trip
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Up the ante
Postgame: Volleyball falls to Marist in supersectional [video]
Postgame: Volleyball falls to Marist in supersectional [video]
Five minutes into the second half, Naperville North slipped a low shot past diving goalkeeper Kai White to take a lead they'd never surrender.
Shorthanded Community falls 4-0 to eventual 3A champion Naperville North in supersectional
It was a record-setting season for the seniors of Iron swim as Sam Grojean and Wade Pyle medaled at the IHSA Boys Swimming and Diving meet. Photos Courtesy of: Ironmen Athletics
Leaving a legacy: Pyle, Grojean leave their mark on Ironmen swimming
Sophomore Chase Kasten led the Ironmen with 17 points in their last meeting against the Richwoods Knights.
Ironmen survive United Township 55-54 to win sixth straight regional title
Senior Trey Birditt shot 90.0% against the Pekin Dragons, leading the team to a first-round win. Birditt, above, scores with his off-hand against the Bloomington Raiders.
Community rolls past Pekin, eyes United Township rematch in regional semifinal
Community’s 200 medley relay—Nolan Pyle, Sam Grojean, Wade Pyle and Troy Reckamp—won the sectional title in 1:33.11, setting both school and Normal West pool records. Photo Courtesy of: Community Athletic Department
After record-setting sectional, 5 swimmers qualify for IHSA state
Senior Wade Pyle poses with his parents on senior night during a record-setting season. Photo Courtesy of: Iron Athletics Instagram // @iron_athletics1
Pyle breaks multiple records as he eyes sectionals, state berth
The Ironmen celebrate their comeback victory over a surging Huntley Red Raiders' team. Photo Courtesy of: Charles Green // @crg_mojo
Ironmen rally from 4 down to stun Huntley on Stevens homer, Naour walk-off
.Gavin Michaels hit .750 against the Bloomington Raiders as Community clinched a third-straight Big 12 title.
Ironmen clinch third-straight Big 12 title behind Glass shutout, improve to 30-2
Iron improve to 6-8 after back-to-back blowout wins
Iron improve to 6-8 after back-to-back blowout wins
The 2025-26 varsity softball roster.
Iron softball rides 20-0 rout into weekend
Senior captain Allie Setzler scored five goals to lead the Purple Iron Cats in a 17-8 season-opening loss to Washington on March 18. Junior Grace Hertz added three goals for the co-op, which had its April 3 game postponed by inclement weather and is scheduled to face Dunlap on the road April 8.
Girls lacrosse drops season opener to Washington, 17-8
Next year, the Michaels' will be on their own for the first time ever. Lauren (left) will be attending Illinois State University, Maggie will playing volleyball at University of Northern Iowa, Reese will be going to Missouri and Gavin playing baseball for Cincinnati. Photo Courtesy of: The Michaels Family
4 of a kind: Michaels quadruplets finish senior year together
Ms. Beth Topping reflects on 31 shows, a career and one last curtain call
Ms. Beth Topping reflects on 31 shows, a career and one last curtain call
From Inkspot to the ice
From Inkspot to the ice
Dr. Tony Sanders, Illinois State Superintendent of Education, presents Ms. Nutter with her Special Recognition awared at the ISBE's Those Who Excel banquet on April 18.
Quiet work, big recognition for Ms. Chrissy Nutter
Photo Courtesy of: Leconte Nix
Q&A: Leconte Nix on a lifelong love of the Illini
Next year, the Michaels' will be on their own for the first time ever. Lauren (left) will be attending Illinois State University, Maggie will playing volleyball at University of Northern Iowa, Reese will be going to Missouri and Gavin playing baseball for Cincinnati. Photo Courtesy of: The Michaels Family
4 of a kind: Michaels quadruplets finish senior year together
Miguel Patiño-Diaz, second from left poses with Tommy Wade, third from left, during March 13's fundraiser.
Club Pancake turns musical prank into monthly breakfast tradition, adds bake sale benefit
Mr. Brad Bovenkerk poses with a vintage trading card featuring his great-uncle, a former Chicago Bear.
Bovenkerk’s Bears connection fits in the palm of his hand
In retrospect
In retrospect
After four personal losses, retired English teacher Mrs. Jayne Runyon chose not to hide her grief. Now filling Ms. Hesik’s vacancy, she keeps the door open—and advocates for asking for help.
Speaking through grief: How Mrs. Jayne Runyon turns loss into a lesson
Inkspot Madness contest
Inkspot Madness contest
Halloween candy cross section quiz [quiz]
Halloween candy cross section quiz [quiz]
Average Jonah? [quiz]
Average Jonah? [quiz]
The Inkspot's Cutest Canine Contest
The Inkspot’s Cutest Canine Contest
Prom dinner choice trivia
Prom dinner choice trivia
Connections: May 25
Connections: May 25
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Connections: May 24
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Connections: May 23
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Connections: May 22
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Connections: May 21
Picking up the guitar can be the perfect new hobby to test out this summer. Coelton Harris highlights five beginner-friendly songs that can help a new player build confidence, improve chord changes and make practice fun.
5 guitar songs to learn this summer
Top 5 banned books to read while you still can
Top 5 banned books to read while you still can
An AI-generated composite image of “Mr. Grant Acklin,” the supposed legal representative who spent more than a year "corresponding" with me about my dead "relative."
How I’m getting scammed, and why you should be too
What ‘Stranger Things’ makes us miss about the ’80s
What ‘Stranger Things’ makes us miss about the ’80s
Caleb Williams opened 2025 on a tear, throwing for 927 yards and eight touchdowns in his first four starts while adding 110 rushing yards and a score. Through four games, he was tied for the third-most passing touchdowns by a Bears quarterback at that point in a season. Image: The Chicago Bears // Chicagobears.com
Top 5 Caleb Williams throws from a historic sophomore season
An AI-generated composite image of “Mr. Grant Acklin,” the supposed legal representative who spent more than a year "corresponding" with me about my dead "relative."
How I’m getting scammed, and why you should be too
What ‘Stranger Things’ makes us miss about the ’80s
What ‘Stranger Things’ makes us miss about the ’80s
Low-rise legends
Low-rise legends
Enrollment is only one piece of the public vs. private debate. But real competitive balance is shaped by resources—coaching depth, facilities, offseason training and financial stability. When schools are classified mainly by headcount, programs with the strongest infrastructure can dominate regardless of whether they’re public or private, keeping the same argument cycling every season without addressing the real gap.
Resources, not enrollment, are driving the IHSA competitive gap
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Trigger Words: “Kill Yourself”
Picking up the guitar can be the perfect new hobby to test out this summer. Coelton Harris highlights five beginner-friendly songs that can help a new player build confidence, improve chord changes and make practice fun.
5 guitar songs to learn this summer
Top 5 banned books to read while you still can
Top 5 banned books to read while you still can
Caleb Williams opened 2025 on a tear, throwing for 927 yards and eight touchdowns in his first four starts while adding 110 rushing yards and a score. Through four games, he was tied for the third-most passing touchdowns by a Bears quarterback at that point in a season. Image: The Chicago Bears // Chicagobears.com
Top 5 Caleb Williams throws from a historic sophomore season
Top 5 animals I would not want to cross
Top 5 animals I would not want to cross
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Top 5 Netflix period dramas to watch right now
On the Spot: Students, staff share their takes on groundbreaking music [video]
On the Spot: Students, staff share their takes on groundbreaking music [video]
Jocelynn Schilb powers up a short shot in traffic in the second quarter as the Iron trailed the Raiders. Schilb was 6-12 from the field on the night.
Iron ride 3s, offensive boards to 48-33 win over Bloomington [photo gallery]
The Up-Beat – Snow, stage sets and an Illinois upset [video]
The Up-Beat – Snow, stage sets and an Illinois upset [video]
Coaches’ Corner: Witzig, Feeney break down team identity, key growth, the road to March [video]
Coaches’ Corner: Witzig, Feeney break down team identity, key growth, the road to March [video]
On the spot: Community’s favorite movies [video]
On the spot: Community’s favorite movies [video]
The Up-Beat – Snow, stage sets and an Illinois upset [video]
The Up-Beat – Snow, stage sets and an Illinois upset [video]
The Up-Beat – Comebacks: ‘Stranger Things,’ Bears wins, Animal Crossing updates
The Up-Beat – Comebacks: ‘Stranger Things,’ Bears wins, Animal Crossing updates
California, here we come: Rewinding to 2005 with Mr. Bovenkerk
California, here we come: Rewinding to 2005 with Mr. Bovenkerk
The Up-Beat – Friendsgiving, tattoos and farm life
The Up-Beat – Friendsgiving, tattoos and farm life
Generation Gap – Ep. 1 – “A Minecraft Movie” Mayhem
Generation Gap – Ep. 1 – “A Minecraft Movie” Mayhem
On the Spot: Students, staff share their takes on groundbreaking music [video]
On the Spot: Students, staff share their takes on groundbreaking music [video]
The Up-Beat – Snow, stage sets and an Illinois upset [video]
The Up-Beat – Snow, stage sets and an Illinois upset [video]
Coaches’ Corner: Witzig, Feeney break down team identity, key growth, the road to March [video]
Coaches’ Corner: Witzig, Feeney break down team identity, key growth, the road to March [video]
On the spot: Community’s favorite movies [video]
On the spot: Community’s favorite movies [video]
On the Spot: Staff, students sound off on the Chicago Bears’ playoff run [video]
On the Spot: Staff, students sound off on the Chicago Bears’ playoff run [video]
On the Spot: Students, staff share their takes on groundbreaking music [video]
On the Spot: Students, staff share their takes on groundbreaking music [video]
On the spot: Community’s favorite movies [video]
On the spot: Community’s favorite movies [video]
On the Spot: Staff, students sound off on the Chicago Bears’ playoff run [video]
On the Spot: Staff, students sound off on the Chicago Bears’ playoff run [video]
Hauntcert performers on why this year’s show hits all the right notes [video]
Hauntcert performers on why this year’s show hits all the right notes [video]
Image Courtesy of: Netflix Promotional Materials
Tyson vs. Paul: Community weighs in on boxing’s generational showdown [video]
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Arwen Georgas

Arwen Georgas, Senior Staff Reporter

Arwen Georgas is a senior at Community and is a part of the school’s Student Council. She is a senior staff reporter for the Inkspot.

Outside of school, I enjoy reading, music and art.

My favorite book is John Green’s “The Fault in Our Stars.”

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Netflix brings ‘Lord of the Flies’ to screen in 4-episode series

Netflix brings ‘Lord of the Flies’ to screen in 4-episode series

First television adaptation of Golding’s 1953 novel expands story through each character’s perspective
Arwen Georgas, Senior Staff Reporter
May 7, 2026

The first television adaptation of William Golding’s “Lord of the Flies” landed on Netflix May 4—and for students who spent a semester dissecting the novel in sophomore English, this four-part series arrives with a lot to prove. The adaptation, written and directed by Jack Thorne and originally...

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Formula One returns: New season of rivalries, rookies regulation changes

Formula One returns: New season of rivalries, rookies regulation changes

Arwen Georgas, Senior Staff Reporter
Mar 9, 2026

McLaren’s Lando Norris claimed his first Drivers’ World Championship last season with 423 points, edging out Red Bull’s Max Verstappen by just two points—Verstappen finished with 421—in one of the closest title fights in recent memory. Norris’ teammate Oscar Piastri was never far behind either,...

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Cinemojis [game]

Arwen Georgas, Senior Staff Reporter
Jan 13, 2026

Click to play the Inkspot’s newest game, Cinemojis, where Arwen Georgas challenges you to figure out the title of a 2025 film using emoji clues.

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Blood, Brain and Box Office

Blood, Brain and Box Office

2025 Horror hits you missed—and the modern staples worth rewatching
Arwen Georgas and Elijah Conda
Nov 3, 2025

Halloween’s done, but that doesn’t mean the scares have to be. Two Inkspot staffers sort your November horror queue—pairing 2025’s buzziest releases with a couple of modern staples and explaining what to watch and why it works. This year has swung big: originals have broken out, franchises...

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Students dancing // Licensed: Envato Elements

Community celebrates 2025 Homecoming Week

Powderpuff kickoff Sunday, spirit days, parade and two-session dance highlight Oct. 12-18 homecoming week
Arwen Georgas, Senior Staff Reporter
Oct 10, 2025

Community’s annual Homecoming Week will take place from Sunday, Oct. 12 through Saturday, Oct. 18, featuring a full slate of student events, spirit days, competitions and a formal dance. Sunday kickoff: Powderpuff football Homecoming Week kicks-off Sunday, Oct. 12 with the annual Powderpuff...

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Michael Mavec set two school Track and Field records in the hurdles as junior in the spring. Photo Courtesy of: Ironmen Athletic department

Summer snapshot: Mavec breaks two hurdle records, eyes state podium

A look back at the stories, events that unfolded while the Inkspot staff was off for summer break
Arwen Georgas, Senior Staff Reporter
Sep 29, 2025

Senior Michael Mavec set two new track and field school records last spring in the 110-meter and 300-meter hurdles. At the 2024 IHSA Sectional meet on May 21, Mavec ran the 110-meter hurdles in 14.59 seconds, surpassing the previous record of 14.6 set by Ryne Tharp in 1980. Mavec also set a new...

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Dr. Jennifer Earing joined Community's staff this fall as the Agriculture department chair. Earing joins NCHS with after teaching Animal Science at the university level.

Earing joins Ag. department after Harris departure

Arwen Georgas, Senior Staff Reporter
Sep 29, 2025

Following the departure of Agriculture department chair and FFA advisor, Mrs. Liz Harris, Dr. Jennifer Earing joined the Community faculty as her replacement.  Harris left Community after over a decade in the Ag. department to join the teaching staff at Pontiac High School. Earing brings years...

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Fall flicks: From cozy comforts to chilling thrills

Fall flicks: From cozy comforts to chilling thrills

Inkspot staffers share their go-to movies for sweater weather season
Sep 23, 2025

As the September slips away, summer fades—along with sunburns, sandals and the scent of sunscreen. In its place: hoodie weather, falling leaves and the unmistakable aroma of bonfires and pumpkin spice. With fall comes a shift in more than just the weather. Our watchlists change too—ditching summer...

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Meet the 2025 Prom Court

Meet the 2025 Prom Court

Arwen Georgas and Armeen Chatha
Apr 24, 2025

Eight juniors were named to the 2025 Prom Court, nominated by their peers ahead of Saturday’s dance at the Marriott in Uptown Normal. This year’s event—set to a “Great Gatsby” theme—will culminate with the crowning of Prom Royalty, a term NCHS adopted in 2021 to replace traditional gendered...

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Students gear up for an unpredictable 2025 F1 season

Students gear up for an unpredictable 2025 F1 season

New rivals, big changes & bold predictions
Arwen Georgas and Armeen Chatha
Feb 25, 2025

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen dominated the 2024 FIA Formula One season, claiming his fourth consecutive Drivers' Title with nine wins and 437 points, while McLaren earned the Constructors’ Championship. McLaren’s Lando Norris finished second in the standings with 374 points, surpassing Ferrari’s...

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Despite his historic run since returning as the Iron's girls basketball head coach, Feeney has few hurdles he'd like to clear-defeat perrenial private-school powerhouse Peoria Notre Dame, clincha Big 12 Conference championship and take home a Sectional title. Photo Courtesy of: Mr. Jeff Christopherson

More than a game: Feeney’s legacy is in the moments, not just the wins

Feeney etches name in record books as Community’s winningest coach
Brad Bovenkerk, Andrew Naour, Brady Phelps, Ethan Fisher, Arwen Georgas, Armeen Chatha and Leon Castañeda
Feb 7, 2025

The year was 2007, and Mr. Dave Feeney  faced one of his toughest coaching decisions.  It wasn’t whether to call a timeout to stop the other team’s run; to switch from man to zone. It wasn’t whether to draw up a last-second sideline out-of-bounds play or let his players create in the moment....

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