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18 equipos juegan en el torneo de fútbol de Destino

April 21, 2026April 23, 2026 - by The Pirates Hook - Leave a Comment

Foto de Allison Swaim Por Jamison Osborne y Violet DavisTraducido por Yohana Flores “Team Gringos” ganó el torneo de fútbol 5 contra 5 de primavera organizado por Destino Success el …

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Culture / Sports

“It builds our community”

April 21, 2026April 23, 2026 - by The Pirates Hook - Leave a Comment

“Team Gringos” poses after winning the 2026 spring 5-on-5 tournament. Photo courtesy of Allison Swaim 18 teams compete in Destino’s spring soccer tournament By Jameson Osborne & Violet Davis “Team …

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Sports

Riverside defeats South Central, to play Hillside in second round

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026 - by Jason Iwara - Leave a Comment

Noam Cohen, Kevin Young, Talib Harrell, Taj Harrell, and Robert McDonald gather during a pause in their first round playoff game. Photo by Jason Iwara. The Pirates beat South Central …

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Opinion / Sports

Hornets’ win streak raises questions over LaMelo Ball’s potential

February 13, 2026February 13, 2026 - by Jason Iwara - Leave a Comment

There are certain players in most leagues that, after years of being subpar and unfulfilling, still leave room for optimism. Maybe it takes a certain spark to revitalize their career, …

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Opinion / Sports

An improved Bryce Young has the Panthers playing meaningful games in December.

December 17, 2025December 17, 2025 - by The Pirates Hook - Leave a Comment

Artwork by Jason Iwara By Jason Iwara Including the preseason, the Panthers opened up what would look like another underwhelming season with five straight losses. In the first two regular …

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Sports

MLB in Raleigh? One group believes it can happen.

November 17, 2025November 19, 2025 - by levibrown039 - Leave a Comment

Photo credit: MLB Raleigh Major League Baseball (MLB) might be seeking expansion soon, and Raleigh is one of the top candidates.  MLB commissioner Robert Manfred has shown  interest in expanding …

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Sports

“It’s really all about safety and security.” Riverside vs Northern football game moved from Halloween

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025 - by The Pirates Hook - Leave a Comment

2010 Riverside graduate Chauncy Burgess escapes a tackle during a game against Northern. Photo courtesy of The Helm. By Violet Davis and Julian Reynolds The football team will play its …

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Opinion / Sports

HuBILLiated

October 29, 2025October 29, 2025 - by Nellie Purdy - Leave a Comment

Art by Tatum Asrican UNC football is making all of us look bad. I love UNC. It’s the better blue. As a Durhamite, I have spent my entire life defending …

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Sports

The waiting game: Track and field athletes spend their downtime recovering and supporting teammates

May 13, 2025May 13, 2025 - by The Pirates Hook - Leave a Comment

(Left) Senior Elizabeth Healy competes during an early season meet. Healy also runs cross-country and holds multiple school records. (Right) Sophomore Joshua Elmenshawi winding up for a discus throw. Elmneshawi …

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Sports

“A good way to gauge where you stand”

May 13, 2025May 13, 2025 - by The Pirates Hook - Leave a Comment

Mitchell Brennan (left) and Alex Abrams-Garrett (right) play in matches against East Chapel Hill. Abrams-Garrett is the first player to make regionals in three years. Photos by Norah Lubeck. Riversides’ …

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Sports

Home wins are not enough for the Canes

April 29, 2025January 13, 2026 - by Isabelle Abadie - Leave a Comment

Raleigh fans have been waiting for the Carolina Hurricanes to bring home a Stanley Cup for nearly two decades.  With the playoffs starting, the Canes have one of their best …

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News

“They need to believe in their strength”

March 11, 2025March 11, 2025 - by The Pirates Hook - Leave a Comment

Riverside athletic trainer Erin Samuels teaches her sports medicine students the parts of the spine. Photo by Saul Janiak Stein As injury rates spike, student athletes rely on rehab and …

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Multimedia / Sports

Photo Gallery: Destino Success 5v5 2025

February 13, 2025February 13, 2025 - by Sadie Irby - Leave a Comment
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Sports

Super Bowl LIX Preview

February 7, 2025February 7, 2025 - by Genaro Hood - Leave a Comment

Photo by Mick Haupt Super Bowl LIX will take place at Caesars Superdome in the Big Easy—New Orleans, Louisiana. This year’s showdown on February 9 features two titans of the …

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Sports

Immortalizing Athletes: Riverside Inaugurates Hall of Fame Class

January 6, 2025January 6, 2025 - by Nellie Purdy - Leave a Comment

On Friday, September 20, a collection of Riverside’s greatest athletes of all time stepped onto the football field together. The inaugural class of the Athletic Hall of Fame includes eleven …

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Culture

School spirit in decline…or is it?

December 22, 2024December 22, 2024 - by The Pirates Hook - Leave a Comment

Students show out for the rival game against Northern. The theme was “Night Night, Northern.” Photo by Bryan Vo By Aidan Ganter and Isong Eshiet From dressing out in unique …

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Sports

Apenas Empezamos…

December 21, 2024December 21, 2024 - by The Pirates Hook - Leave a Comment

Miembras de la defensa de las Piratas posan para una foto entre jugadas. Las Piratas ganaron a los diablillos de Cary 15-8. Por Jaida Cooper Parrish & Aureli Dominguez Los …

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Sports

This is just the beginning…

December 21, 2024December 21, 2024 - by The Pirates Hook - Leave a Comment

Members of the Pirates’ defense pose for a photo between plays during a scrimmage against Cary High School. The Pirates beat the Cary Imps 15-8. By Jaida Cooper Parrish & …

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Sports

One name, one game: Winter sports preview

December 19, 2024December 19, 2024 - by Elodie Page - Leave a Comment
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Sports

Fall Sports Recap 2024

December 19, 2024December 19, 2024 - by Austin Wymore - Leave a Comment

Seniors Connor Tyrrell and Philip Blum running together. Blum finished second in the state XC championship and Tyrell finished third. Photo by Simon Transue. Men’s, Women’s XC show out at …

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National Honor Society seeks new advisor Por Jamison Osborne y Violet Davis 18 teams compete in Destino's spring soccer tournament Don’t overlook the dark horses The Calm Before The Storm Riverside graduate Kyle Church wins national championship Stephanie Diaz-Mendoza's legacy extends beyond state titles Sometimes showing up matters more than sitting out Las paredes encaladas de los pasillos de Riverside están cubiertas con obras de arte de estudiantes de los años 90 y principios de los 2000.

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