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Elena Fisher '25 makes a kill against Tam High School in October. Fisher committed to Stanford University last year.

Bulls volleyball attempts to reach new heights

By Charlie Zwibelman November 10, 2023

After a clean sweep of the MCAL, North Coast Section and Division 1 State tournaments a year ago, the Branson Bulls volleyball team is hungry to repeat their magic this year.  After a dominating performance...

Andrew Murr gets ready to make a play against the run. The Bulls stifled Calistoga's run game on Sept. 30.

Tom Ryan field renovation met with approval

By James Stovell November 6, 2023

Over the summer, Branson unveiled turf renovation on Tom Ryan Field and the Quad. Getting rid of slipperiness and increasing safety and athletic performance could be a game-changer for the 2023-24 athletic...

Tara Sridharan and Laila Elkhoury bump rackets on the court. The duo lost the match with scores of 4-6, 0-6.

Tennis season’s midway point brings toughest opponent yet

By Cooper Tenney November 6, 2023

Girls varsity tennis fell 2-5 to Redwood for their first loss of the season. Both teams were undefeated prior to the match. As MCAL tennis reached the midpoint of the season, Branson sits in second...

Aimee Yang readies for a shot during a game against Tamalpais, Oct. 6, 2022.

Varsity girls golf aspires to maintain golden MCAL legacy

By Olivia Ritter October 20, 2023

Branson varsity girls golf, the defending 2022 MCAL champions, now look toward the 2023-24 season and a handful of pivotal matches to further solidify the team’s legacy. Riding on the confidence of...

Week 7 fantasy football guide to injuries and updates

Week 7 fantasy football guide to injuries and updates

By Charlie Zwibelman October 20, 2023

Unfortunately, part of playing fantasy football is dealing with constant injuries to your lineup. This article breaks down some key players who were recently injured and what to do with them, as well as...

Talia Schneiter '27 returns a ball while her partner, Karis Crabill '25, prepares for a volley. The duo faced the Giants' No. 2 doubles team, Livia Clompis and Lindsay Reed.

Girls varsity tennis faces Redwood in final league match of the season

By Ella Tsai October 19, 2023

Girls varsity tennis faced Redwood on Oct. 18 to close out the last of their league matches.  Unfortunately, Redwood took 5 matches to Branson’s 2. However, all doubles and singles players fought...

Buy low and sell high: Week 4 fantasy football trade guide

Buy low and sell high: Week 4 fantasy football trade guide

By Charlie Zwibelman October 3, 2023

Buy: Ceedee Lamb, WR Dallas Cowboys After being an early second-round pick, Lamb has disappointed a bit, as he is currently the WR18 and has only one game over 12 PPR. However, Lamb is still the No....

Photographers take photos of fall sports during the 2023 athletics media day. Girls volleyball, tennis and golf teams, as well as the boys football team, had their pictures taken.

Field to photo: Fall media day at Branson

By Hannah Hodges October 2, 2023

One by one, uniformed Branson athletes posed for the camera as the claps and hollers from their teammates filled up the gym. Branson held its first-ever media day for the fall sports teams on Wednesday,...

Trade block: Fantasy football week one breakdown

Trade block: Fantasy football week one breakdown

By Charlie Zwibelman September 21, 2023

After week one, a lot of people might be overreacting to certain things. Take advantage of this with your leaguemates and capitalize on these players' value while you still can.    Buy: Jahmyr...

These 4 players will help win your fantasy football league in 2023

These 4 players will help win your fantasy football league in 2023

By Charlie Zwibelman September 1, 2023

View a comprehensive draft guide here, courtesy of the author.   Quarterback: Justin Herbert, Los Angeles Chargers ESPN average draft position: 48th overall, QB7. Draft over: Joe Burrow,...

Seniors on the Branson boys golf team pose with NCS Division II awards on May 8, 2023. (Courtesy Charlie Farrell)

Boys golf ends season on high note with NCS pennant

By William Mueth May 24, 2023
The team’s Charlie Farrell also earned MCAL Player of the Year honors.
Peter Stovell, left, flips his racket at College of Marin on May 9, 2023. Branson boys tennis finished the season undefeated, claiming MCAL and NCS titles.

Boys tennis finishes undefeated season with NCS championship

By Herschel Pell May 21, 2023
The team defeated University in the NCS Division II title game to finish the season 25-0.
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