For the first time in recorded history, Fairfax won both volleyball and soccer tournaments in the ODACS final championship games. “It was completely unexpected since we had lost to Valley’s soccer team and Faith’s volleyball team during the regular season,” said Mr. Bradford, soccer coach. “But they all fought hard until the very end. I am very proud of them.” … Read More
Very belated congratulations
Girls’ basketball team wins Valley Tournament and 2nd at ODACS State
In all the “hecticness” of the spring pandemic, we missed reporting on the amazing season of our varsity girls’ basketball team. Coached by Mrs. Tripp, the girls had a winning season with 7 wins and only 2 losses, winning 1st place at the Valley Tournament in January, and taking 2nd place in the ODACS Class AA State Basketball Tournament at … Read More
Sports awards over camera
– by Peter, junior – On May 19, the Athletic Awards Program was live-streamed in the FBTA auditorium. What made this a unique experience was that no one was present to receive their awards. “I thought the sports banquet went great! It was really cool that we could still have it online,” said Haston, senior. One of the major things … Read More
Unconditional love and support
Senior Night recognizes seniors and parents
– by Caleb P, junior – During the FBTA basketball games against Evangel on Feb. 3, the school hosted a special, emotional moment for the seniors and their parents. With a close game for JV boys and a victory for the varsity girls, and just before the Varsity boys were about to play, the loud speakers announced to the fans … Read More
Cheer your heart out
Kansas City Chiefs vs. San Francisco 49ers
– by Alyssa R, senior – On Feb. 2, a group of juniors and seniors from the teen group got on a bus after the Sunday evening service to go to Pastor Abbey’s abode to watch the most anticipated sports event in the U.S. The Super Bowl was played at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. The 49ers and … Read More
Basketball News
Although the boys’ varsity team lost their first game 62-43 against Gil Grove, they won their next two: 61-41 against Temple, and 66-43 against Faith. After the holidays, plan a night to come and see our teams play! On Jan. 10, all teams play Heritage; and on Feb. 3, we play Evangel. Our last home game is against Temple on … Read More
Antiquity vs. adolescence
Staff game against the varsity team in overtime
– by Peter V, junior – On Nov. 19, the faculty and coaches played the varsity basketball team to help the team get ready for the season and improve their basketball skills. At the end of the game, the score was close. The varsity team was winning by 3, but then Coach Doug swished a 3, and the crowd went … Read More
FBTA vs. FBTA: The ultimate rivalry
Guys’ varsity soccer team scores big
– by Jayden L, junior – For the first time in seven years, the FBTA guys’ soccer team achieved victory against a rival team who hadn’t lost for their past 53 games. Fairfax beat Heritage 1-0 in a hard-fought boys’ soccer game on Friday, Sept. 13. The Fairfax guys’ soccer team has been practicing with all of their energy for … Read More
A final cheer
Students celebrate the close of the sports seasons with the annual sports banquet
– by Haston H, junior – A buzz of chatter filled the room as the athletes of the school gathered in groups to eagerly discuss the greatly anticipated sports awards, and who would win the ultimate award, the Athletic Director’s Award. The dinner, which was cooked by resident chef, Mrs. Darby, consisted of two selections of freshly-tossed salads, sizzling grilled hot … Read More
Our goal is stopping yours
Girls’ 2019 soccer
– by Amy F, freshman – This soccer season, the girls’ team had eleven games scheduled, more than any amount that was scheduled before. With directors arranging constant ODACS practices during the beginning of soccer, the team knew this season would not be easy and had to be earned through hard work and dedication. After a rocky start, practices and … Read More
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