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The student news site of Coral Gables Senior High School

CavsConnect

The student news site of Coral Gables Senior High School

CavsConnect

As the referee blows the whistle, quarterback Hannah Pascul-Florez signals for her center to snap back the ball. As the play begins, she calculates the best plan of action, throwing it to her most dependable receivers.

Girls Flag Football Season Reaches the ‘End’ Zone

Angelina Morffi, News Editor Apr 20, 2023

Starting center, senior Ariana Regalado snaps the ball as quarterback Hannah Pascul-Florez yells “hut”. The ball is snapped to Florez who then scouts for her most open players. Spiraling it towards...

A depiction of how athletes can feel as the result of the pressures and stress they deal with.

The Pressures of Playing Sports

Avril Donner and Isabel Donner Dec 14, 2022

Sports, once a fun after-school activity or a chance to bond with friends, have evolved into much more for many student-athletes, and not necessarily in a good way. Whether it comes to balancing classes...

In her element, Stacey Simelanang swims backstroke during her practice with the UM swim team.

Stacey Simelanang Expands her Horizons with Aquatics

Tiffany Beh, Staff Writer Oct 21, 2022

Driven by her passion, sophomore Stacey Simelanang finds true enjoyment in the art of swimming. Practicing three times a week, Simelanang remains active with both the University of Miami's swim club as...

Senior Thais Forbes has characterized her time at Gables by being a part of the girls golf team.

Thais Forbes Golfs Her Way Through Gables

Jacqueline Rodero, Staff Writer Oct 18, 2021

Offering over 20 different kinds of sports, Coral Gables Senior High has given students the opportunity to find their niche early on and define their high school experience through athletics. For senior...

Junior Mia Calderon (top left) and senior Karina Leon (bottom right), have shown their skill on the field throughout the soccer season.

Gables Girls Make All-Dade Soccer Team

Lucia Chico, Staff Writer Apr 25, 2021

With high school sports seasons coming to a close, the Miami Herald is in the process of finalizing its All-Dade sports teams for each sport. These teams, which are created annually, are made up of the...

Jose Ruiz stands proud representing the Varsity Baseball team as a freshman.

Jose Ruiz: The Future of Cavalier Baseball

Lucia Chico, Staff Writer Feb 28, 2021

With baseball season officially underway, the Cavaliers have already played their first two games, defeating the Hialeah Gardens Gladiators. The team however, has counted on a new face this year to help...

The two athlete spotlights, AJ Vazquez and Angelina Bonilla, for the time spanning between Jan. 7 and Jan. 18.

Athlete Spotlights: AJ Vazquez and Angelina Bonilla

Daniel Toll and MIguel Lemus Jan 26, 2019

Every two weeks, CavsConnect will be selecting two exemplary athletes and recognize them for their athletic prowess and ability in their sport. Below are the athletes spotlighted for their performances...

Cavalier Soccer players watching their teammates play from the sidelines.

Heated Matchup Between Cavaliers and Explorers Ends in a Stalemate

Daniel Toll, Sports Editor Dec 19, 2018

On Tuesday, Dec. 18, the Cavalier Soccer team took on the Columbus Explorers at their home field. Sporting an impressive record of 6-1-1, the team has experienced great success throughout the season and...

Colin Wilson crosses the finish line and celebrates his incredible victory!

Triathlete Colin Wilson Emerges Victorious on the National Stage

Trey Riera-Gomez, Staff Writer Oct 17, 2018

Over this past weekend, one of our very own Cavaliers accomplished a feat so great, it was not only recognized locally or across the state, but was also featured on national headlines. On Saturday, Oct....

The Summer X Games 2018 were held in Minneapolis for the fourth year in a row between the days of July 19 and July 22

Summer X Games 2018: Extreme Athletes, Extreme Sports

Daniel Toll, Sports Editor Jul 24, 2018

The Summer X Games, although not an extremely well-known sporting event, is one that requires unparalleled athletic ability and talent. Hosted, produced, and broadcast by ESPN, the Summer X Games are an...

A boys soccer game in December.

Important Presentation For All Those Involved In Athletics

Catherine Healy, Business Manager Jan 26, 2017

On February 1st, 2017 at 6P.M. in the auditorium, Ms. Stack - Coral Gables Sr High's CAP Advisor - will conduct a student-athlete specific presentation. Topics that will be covered will include: - Athletic...

Rayquan Berry is all smiles after his amazing performance.

Athlete of the Week: Rayquan Berry

Nicolas Schmidt, Staff Writer Oct 10, 2016

In the game against the Miami High Stingrays, sophomore Rayquan Berry had an amazing performance. He ran for 21 yards on a carry and caught a pass for 59 yards and Berry ended the game with one touchdown....

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