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Anthony Russo

Anthony Russo, CavsConnect Sports Editor

Anthony Russo is a junior at Coral Gables Senior High in the Academy of Finance. He is thrilled to be returning to CavsConnect for his second year. Anthony holds a passion for sports and journalism and spends most of his free time furthering his knowledge in sports.  He is interested in pursuing a career in either sports journalism or sports administration and hopes to make the most of his remaining two years in high school.

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Celebration fills the room as the Gablettes end off the year with their annual Gablette Revue, which consisted of performances from the dance team and Ms. Diazs dance classes.

A Night to Remember: Gablette Revue

Danny Cen and Anthony Russo
Apr 25, 2022
Andy Rodriguez and Danny Pizzaro visited Coral Gables Senior High to share tales of their business ventures. From their humble beginnings to new expeditions, The Salty continues to spread its influence in the local community.

Voted “Best Donut Shop in America”: The Salty Visits Gables

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Mar 17, 2022
As Gregoire Winston prepares for his new life at Hamilton College, he celebrates his last few months at Gables with friends.

Gregoire Winston: A Born Leader and Posse Scholar

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Mar 10, 2022
In a twenty-three to twenty victory, the Los Angeles Rams officially won the 56th Super Bowl.

The Game of Two Unlikely Foes: The Super Bowl

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Feb 18, 2022
Dolphins Part Ways With Flores

Dolphins Part Ways With Flores

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Jan 17, 2022
Co-founder of the Garden Project Lucia Chico instructing students on how the new garden will be built.

The Garden Project x Gables Earth: A Green Collab

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Jan 2, 2022
Students playing an intense game of Red Light Green Light as they try to make it to the other side of the court without being caught moving.

AOF Students Go Mad Over Mad City Money

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Dec 14, 2021
To start off the week, Ms.Linares usually teaches her students vocabulary and helps them practice how to use the words in various sentences.

Finding a Forever Home: Ms. Linares

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Nov 6, 2021
With summer being over and the school year underway, some Cavaliers are prepared to bring the skills and techniques they learned during their internship to the new school year.

Cavalier Summer Internships: Finding a Passion

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Sep 1, 2021
With the 2021 Tokyo Olympics wrapped up, it was a thrilling two weeks of competitive competition all throughout the participating countries. With the United States trailing behind China the majority of the way in gold medals, the U.S athletes stepped up and surpassed China in the final day of the competition, finishing with 39 total medals.

The 2021 Tokyo Olympics: A Race to Go for the Gold

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Aug 9, 2021
The 2021 NFL Draft presented a new opportunity for the Miami Dolphins to reinforce their youth core with a couple of rising stars in the world of football.

[Photo] Miami Dolphins Look for Big Fish in the NFL Draft

Japheth Oyedepo, Staff Writer
May 25, 2021
On Feb. 8, 2021, The National Football League lost one of their greatest head coaches due to Alzheimers. Marty Schottenheimer was just 77 when he tragically passed away.

Another Loss to One of the NFL’s Greats

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Feb 14, 2021
Florida recently passed Bill 1475 which endangers the rights of transgender student athletes from participating from school athletics.

Florida’s New Anti Trans-Bill: A Disgusting Setback for Student Athletes

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
May 1, 2021
Steven Gerrard, manager of Rangers, allows his club to breeze through the Scottish League as a result of his brilliant playmaking.

[Photo] Rangers Topple Over Their Rivals In the Scottish League

Patrick Heydasch, Staff Writer
Apr 1, 2021
With March Madness quickly approaching once again, the NCAA finds themselves on the wrong side of yet another controversy surrounding their student athletes and enough is enough.

The NCAA Once Again Under Fire for Discrimination

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Apr 17, 2021
This year’s iteration of the Union of European Football (UEFA) Associations Champions League is contentious, with Europe’s best clubs going at it for the title of best club in Europe.

[Photo] UEFA Champions League Round Recap

Japheth Oyedepo, Staff Writer
Mar 29, 2021
Diego Moran warming up to his usual routine of volleyball drills

Diego Moran Serves up His High School Experience

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Mar 21, 2021
The boys basketball team on Feb. 12, 2021 defeated the Columbus explorers 69-52 in order to become district champions.

Cavaliers Basketball Halt the Explorers in Their Tracks For the District Championship

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Feb 23, 2021
The Coral Gables Senior High FBLA members at competitions for their chance to move on to states

Cavaliers Lead Gables to States Once Again

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Feb 13, 2021
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers venture forward towards Superbowl 55 against the defending champions, The Kansas City Chiefs. One side looks to bolster the legacy of a six-time champion and another looks to defend their crown from the previous season

The Buccaneers Trample Over the Chiefs in a 31-9 Nightmare

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Feb 8, 2021
Many investors have come together to increase the value of stocks like that of Gamestop for personal gain, ultimately creating millions on losses for Wall Street investors.

Small Investors Turn the Market Upside-Down

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Feb 1, 2021
Kim NG has become the first general manager in all of professional sports history and continues to lead the charge to show what is possible for women in the sports industry

Another Breakthrough for Women on The Sports Scene

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Jan 21, 2021
Senior Indiana Harper was awarded with the Catch a Cavalier Inquirer award for being an outstanding role model and always willing to learn more through the use of questions. This is a very honorable award as it highlights Harpers dedication to not only school but also her work outside of the classroom.

Cavalier With Character: Indiana Harper

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Nov 24, 2020
Fantasy sports ranges from all professional sports and is a skill and luck based game where you can draft players and put them against other teams weekly for a chance to win.

The Beauty of Fantasy Sports

Anthony Russo, Sports Editor
Oct 6, 2020
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During online virtual learning, we have all been granted eight minutes of a brain break in between classes and these are a few methods on how to best utilize your eight minutes to make your day run smoothly.

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A few of the essentials to adapt to what may become our reality when we come back to school. These items may include masks, wipes and gloves to keep ourselves safe from Covid-19

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This infographic highlights the main things to look out for upon schools reopening again. This includes wearing masks, social distancing, classroom life and proper sanitization to keep our peers and ourselves from harms way

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The necessities that may be needed if schooling does happen to be virtual this Fall.

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Don Shula, a two time NFL championship coach passed away on may, 4. 2020. This highlights his achievements and successes during his legendary coaching career from being the winningest head coach in NFL history to being the only head coach to make it to the Super Bowl six times.

Don Shula May be Gone, but Never Forgotten

Anthony Russo, staff writer
May 10, 2020
With mass media scrutiny hitting the NCAA hard, they were practically forced to change a very fundamental rule that theyve adopted since the beginning, just to stay afloat in completion with other alternative leagues for young college athletes.

NCAA: Are They Finally Coming Around?

Anthony Russo, Staff writer
May 2, 2020
In an era where so much is expected out of young athletes, it is quite convincing to drop all other activities and focus on one sport in order to excel, but is the small advantage worth all of the disadvantages that come along with it?

Is Playing One Sport Worth It In the Long Run?

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Apr 28, 2020
Multiple shoppers lately have been hoarding food and this article details if you are entitled to that or if you should consider other people and their situation when you go out shopping during these uncertain timed.

Food Hoarding: Selfish or Smart Self-Preservation?

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Apr 24, 2020
Among the various developments that have occurred surrounding the Coronavirus pandemic has been the cancellation of all spring sports seasons, affecting seniors around the country. Here is the story of one particular senior, Rodney Michel, who has devastatingly missed out on memories and experiences he would have cherished for a lifetime.

A Season Cut Short Brings Memories That Will Last Forever: Rodney Michel and Cavalier Volleyball

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Apr 16, 2020
Every year, San Diego Studios adds a cinematic introduction before the game starts up and this year was no different. Starring Javier Baez from the Chicago Cubs, he shows off his impressive defensive abilities in a series of plays.

MLB The Show 20: This One’s a Homerun

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Apr 6, 2020
On Mar. 13, Carvalho made the decision to shut down all public schools in Miami Dade for an indefinite amount of time due to the widespread fears of the Coronavirus.

Coronavirus School Closures Conserve Public Health

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Mar 18, 2020
Sophomore Jamil Lane dunking during his game against the Southwest Eagles.

[Photo] Athletes of the Month: January Edition

Allegra Sharp, Staff Writer
Feb 3, 2020
The Coral Gables wrestling team has practiced their technique and the wrestlers have conditioned to be tough, preparing each other for the toughest competition in the state of Florida.

Cavalier Wrestlers Own Regionals and Aim to Crush It at States

Anthony Russo, Staff writer
Mar 8, 2020
The latest renovations at Marlins Park show that the teams new executive leadership is not only embracing change from the team rebuild on the field, but off of the field as well.

The Miami Marlins: Was Yet Another Rebuild Worth the Wait?

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Mar 4, 2020
After the recent performance failure of Chaka Khan in the 2020 NBA All-Star game, it would be out of line to not rank it as one of the worst national anthem performances in history.

The Star Spangled Banner: A Compilation of the Worst Performances in History

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Feb 24, 2020
The Cavalier Badminton team is coming back to dominate the competition during the 2020 spring sports season. Holding multiple returning members and some new athletes, they are ready to show the district their competitive nature.

Not a Bad Start to the Spring Season: The Return of Badminton

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Feb 15, 2020
Since the beginning of his triumphant career, Kobe played for the Los Angeles Lakers team.

[Photo] In Memory of Kobe and Gianna Bryant

Nataly Leiva, Staff Writer
Feb 3, 2020
The Kazoo Krew showing their school spirit their own way

The Kazoo Krew: An Unconventional Hobby Unites Our Cavaliers

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Feb 12, 2020
After tough losses in the 2019 district competition, the Cavalier and Lady Cavalier soccer teams bring Gables the district title together for the first time since 1981.

One Sport, Two District Championships: Cavalier and Lady Cavalier Soccer

Anthony Russo and Ariana Alvarez
Feb 8, 2020
Cavalier Jimel Lane rises up for an emphatic dunk against the Southwest Eagles as the Coral Gables Cavaliers defeat the Eagles 83-63 during their last regular season home game on Jan. 29.

Cavaliers Take Down the Southwest Eagles in Final Regular Season Game

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Feb 8, 2020
Kevin Mojarrez posing with this championship trophy after winning the CGSH Smash Invitational with Mr. De Armas

Kevin Monjarrez Smashes the Competition

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Feb 5, 2020
Cavalier Jimel Lane rises up for an emphatic dunk against the Southwest Eagles as the Coral Gables Cavaliers defeat the Eagles 83-63 during their last regular season home game on Jan. 29.

Athletes of the Week: October Edition

Anthony Russo and Kluivert Suquino
Nov 2, 2019
With the new decade beginning, the Miami Heat, Marlins and Dolphins have an abundance of young, elite prospects, in combination with multiple draft picks and salary cap space. This leaves Miami sports in an extremely fortunate situation which will likely result in them contending for years to come.

The Future is Bright in the 305

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Jan 11, 2020
Which Miami sports team do you think you are?

Which Miami Sports Team Are You?

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Jan 4, 2020
The 2010s were an eventful ten years for Miami sports. Full of passion, grit, and pure emotion, every sport had something to offer. As we close out 2019, it is time to relive every single one of them.

The Best Miami Sports Moments of the Decade

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Dec 23, 2019
The new year will bring significant changes to YouTube that have the potential to drive away content creators.

What is in Store For The Future of Youtube?

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Dec 8, 2019
NFTE staff members helped organize the event with Cavalier NAF students.

Cavaliers NAF Students Head To FIU For NFTE Event

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Nov 17, 2019
The Americans Airline Arena, home of the Miami Heat, gets fired up before every home games tip-off.

[Photo] The Miami Heat Are Setting the NBA Ablaze

Japheth Oyedepo, Staff Writer
Nov 13, 2019
Mr. Furnora continues to celebrate his 60 years of service at Coral Gables Senior High.

Mr. Furnora Continues to Lead the Charge as a Cavalier

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Nov 8, 2019
Whether you are nine or 99, trick-or-treating is an essential component of Halloween.

Do Not Get Tricked Into Not Treating This Year

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Oct 28, 2019
The 2019 MLB Postseason has finally climaxed, and the Houston Astros and the Washington Nationals are spearheading the battle as the represent the American and National Leagues, respectively.

The World Series is Swinging Back Into Action: Nationals vs Astros

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Oct 21, 2019
An inside look into the Miami Heats team store within the American Airlines Arena.

The Miami Heat Torch the Spurs in Their First Preseason Game

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Oct 10, 2019
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) unites several of the countrys biggest sports, including basketball, baseball, football and soccer, under one enormous sports umbrella.

Fair Pay to Play Act: A Step In the Right Direction

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Oct 9, 2019
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) unites several of the countrys biggest sports, including basketball, baseball, football and soccer, under one enormous sports umbrella.

Evaluating the Pros and Cons of California’s Fair Pay to Play Act

Anthony Russo and Alexander Tabares
Oct 9, 2019
Academy of Finance Department Head Mrs. Lopez recently won the National Academy Foundation award.

Recognizing Star Educators: Mrs. Lopez

Anthony Russo, Staff Writer
Sep 30, 2019
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