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The Spartans huddle up before the first whistle blows on Nov. 10. This has been a tradition for the team, boosting morale.

The Final Huddle

Aaron Alavi, Staff Photographer December 4, 2025

The Varsity soccer team held the district finale soccer game at FHC on November 10. This was a make-or-break game for the Spartans, as a win would have sent them to state; however, they lost 0-2 against...

 During the first half of the game on Nov. 3, Matthew Gourley dives for the ball during a penalty kick. Gourley fails to keep the ball in front of him and lets up the first goal of the game.

Reset and Relief

Amelia Raziq, Visuals Editor- In-Cheif November 11, 2025

    Kicking off the postseason, the boys varsity soccer team went into districts as the third seed. They took on the Pattonville Pirates on Nov. 3. The game started off with Pattonville...

Senior Dominic Gianino prepares to shoot down the field on Oct 26. The shot shifted the play as the ball flew towards Fort Zumwalt South's goal.

Boys Soccer Team Faces Districts

Lillian Richter, Web Editor-in-Chief November 10, 2025

With districts being right around the corner in the second week of November, the FHC boys varsity soccer team is looking to finish its regular season strong. Holding a record of 7-5-1, the Spartans have...

Junior Dominic Hartwell shields the ball on the field, away from the Fort Zumwalt South player. The play is just over the midfield line while FHC continued to threaten the defense.

Old Bones Still Work

Aaron Alavi, Staff Photographer November 5, 2025

On Senior Night, Oct. 26, the varsity boys' soccer seniors of the Francis Howell Central Spartans were about to step onto the field for the last time, facing off against the Fort Zumwalt South Bulldogs, ...

Spartans on Top

Spartans on Top

Cooper Whitworth, Staff Photographer October 2, 2025

  Josh Heaffner with the goal, to give the win for the Spartans against the CBC Cadets on Sept.25th.  Captain Jakob Derry leads his team on and off the pitch, he says that being a captain,  “It’s...

Senior Dominic Gianino sends the ball to teammates in the midfield to create an attack. Dominic is versatile and can play Defender or Midfielder.

Effort Shows

Aaron Alavi, Staff Photographer October 1, 2025

Showing their Strengths, the Varsity Soccer Team defeated Marquette 3-0 in an away game. The win was the first time in three seasons that the Spartans defeated Marquette, a rival whom they had lost...

Before the game, senior Dominic Gianino places his left hand on his teammate’s shoulder and the other over his heart during the national anthem. Soon after, the Spartan soccer team will face off against the Marquette Mustangs.

Hands Over Hearts, Eyes on Victory

Anna Shi, Staff Photographer October 1, 2025

With their sights set on victory, the varsity boys soccer team dominated Marquette High School, securing their first away victory of the season. On Sept. 24, the Spartans swept through their match...

During halftime, sophomore Jack Morris works with a teammate to aid in refining his blocks and saves. In the second half of the game, the Eagles were unable to get past Central’s goalie again as they did in the beginning.

Pressure Points

Rachael Latzel, Photo Assignments Editor September 23, 2025

Pressure slowly built up on the field while the boys soccer team and Liberty fought to score goals against each other. On Sept. 11, the Spartans won an intense game by two points, ending 3-1. The Eagles...

Senior Diego Ramirez tunnels the ball in between Timberlands defense. This is his first year on varsity after playing club in previous years.

The Road to Victory

Jacob Banks, Staff Photographer September 10, 2025

Any sport takes hard work, some more than others. However, this hard work pays off. Our soccer team is a prime example of that payoff. On September second, the first game of the season versus Timberland...

Junior Eddie Harton jogs off the field with the bright penny in his hand, Harton attempts to catch his breath before going back out on the field to continue to warm up.

One Round at a Time

Amelia Raziq, Social Media Editor November 6, 2024

The boys varsity soccer team started districts on Nov. 1 first round the boys took on the Pattonville Pirates. The team has had its ups and downs throughout the season. Junior Eddie Harten said it...

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