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Visitors can register for private or group skating lessons at Bryant Park at fireworksskatingacademy.com. Prices start at $65 for a private one-on-one lesson.

Ice Skating at Bryant Park: A New York Classic

Jacey Mok, Staff Reporter March 14, 2023

Every winter, the lush green lawn at Bryant Park in Manhattan is removed and recycled. After two weeks of grueling labor, “New York’s Backyard” is transformed into the famous Bryant Park ice skating...

Children receive a once in a lifetime experience sitting in the front row of a Buffalo Bills football game.

The City of Good Neighbors: The Giving Nature of Bills Mafia

Aviv Kotok, Staff Reporter March 14, 2023

On December 31st, 2017, the Buffalo Bills defeated the Miami Dolphins 22 to 16 in the last game of the NFL regular season. After the game, the victorious team nervously waited in their locker room, watching...

This is Lusail Stadium, one of several stadiums built for the World Cup. It can seat 88,966 people, making it the largest stadium in Qatar.

The Controversial World Cup: Why the 2022 World Cup Sparked Backlash

Marissa Talushllari, Staff Reporter March 14, 2023

Soccer is the most-watched sport in the world and, unsurprisingly, the FIFA World Cup is the most-watched sporting event internationally. The host country of the World Cup changes for every tournament....

Many teams put their faith in the draft, hoping to find a star in exchange for their tanking.

Professional Sports Teams Are Trying their Best…To Lose

Sebastian Rosero-Mayer, Staff Reporter March 14, 2023

Losing in order to win? In the NBA and NFL, the tanking strategy is taking over, attacking the integrity of individual sports, and more importantly, the integrity of competition itself.  The NFL...

Here is my first attempt at a “tame dog” (or front flip).

Not So Bored on a Snowboard

Yasmine Salha, Staff Reporter March 14, 2023

My body might be in physics class, but I’ve since left my mind on the slopes. So much so that I can still feel the fiberglass snowboard beneath my feet, resting on speckled stone floors – gray upon...

Time-out huddles are common in many sports. In volleyball, huddles are important to raise moral and discuss strategy.

An Overview of the Girls’ Varsity Volleyball Team’s Season

Thommy Taing, Staff Reporter February 28, 2023

The resounding boom of a ball smacking the hardwood floor; the cooperative communication of the players on the teams; the piercing whistle of the referee that stops players in their tracks -- you can practically...

 Olivia Girand ‘23 won the PSAL Jim McKay 1500 meter race with a personal record of 4:54.60 and qualified for New Balance Nationals.

Mind Over Matter: Physical Versus Mental Strength

Rossitsa Mina Petrova, Staff Reporter February 7, 2023

Whether it’s crossing the finish line, scoring the winning basket, or hitting an unreturnable ball, victory and achievement dominate our views of sports. Athletes are painted as unshakable and resolute,...

From its beginnings, Basketball has established roots in the U.S. and abroad. In more recent years, the NBA has begun to consolidate international talent and expand its reach. Only time will tell regarding the lasting impact of the leagues effort to globalize one of the worlds premiere sports.

Basketball Gone Global: The Rapid Expansion of the Classic American Sport

Nicholas Anderson, Staff Reporter January 18, 2023

Buzzer beaters, devastating dunks, and clutch threes all help to seal the deal in one fast-paced, electrifying game. Over the years, basketball has given spectators countless unforgettable moments. With...

After winning the inaugural Laver Cup in 2017, Federer graciously accepts the trophy. In 2022, he would retire at that very same event, alongside rivals and friends.

24 Years and 20 Grand Slams Later, Federer Hits His Final Forehand

Sebastian Rosero-Mayer, Staff Reporter January 18, 2023

At a small pro tour event in Gstaad, a 16-year-old boy from Basel, Switzerland played his first-ever professional match. 24 years later, Roger Federer took his final bow. In that time, the Swiss Maestro...

Runners from all over the world partake in the annual Brussels Marathon.

A Reason Behind Every Stride: The Benefits of Long Distance Running

Joshua Im, Staff Reporter January 18, 2023

As the winds blow colder and leaves begin to change color in an outburst of red and yellow, many Bronx Science students exit the school building, knowing they can get some rest on their commute back home....

New York Yankee Aaron Judge broke the American League record for single season home runs by hitting 62 home runs in the 2022 season.

Who is the Home-Run King?

Sophia Markens, Staff Reporter January 18, 2023

In baseball, asterisks [*] are often used to signal that a score is somehow “tainted.” Baseball is known as a game of statistics, so taints over numbers can cause vigorous debate among baseball fans,...

There are 32 teams in the National Football League, with each team playing seventeen games per season.

A Rundown of the National Football League’s Season

Spencer Johns, Staff Reporter January 18, 2023

With the change from summer to fall came the beginning of the NFL season.  Every week, NFL teams played on three nights: Sunday, Monday, and Thursday. There are thirty-two teams, with each team...

The team engages in their pregame cheer which has been a Girls Varsity Soccer tradition for many years.

Drive and Determination: A Profile of the Girls’ Varsity Soccer Team

Allegra Lief, Staff Reporter January 18, 2023

At a school well known for its academic prowess, particularly in STEM, sports often fly under the radar. But in actuality, Bronx Science boasts an impressive variety of sports teams and championship titles....

The NFL offseason delivered a spectacle, as the league has undergone a seismic change. Now, all we can do is wait until the games kick off to see how massive that change truly is.

Thrilling, Unpredictable, and League-Changing: Looking Back at the NFL’s Offseason for the Ages

Ethan Weinberg, Staff Reporter July 25, 2022

Massive contracts. Short retirements. Shocking trades. A broadcasting frenzy. An unpredictable draft.  The result? A seismic change in the NFL that will impact its teams, players, coaches, and...

Fans by the thousands flock to watch their favorite teams compete, and with science, we can discover why.

The Sports Charm: The Power and Draw of Competitive Athletics

Sam Chin, Staff Reporter July 25, 2022

The time is seven p.m., Sunday, and televisions are broadcasting the latest football game. People settle on their couches, opening bags of chips or canned beverages. Dinner cleanup begins, with the kitchen...

The World Cup is a quadrennial competition that crowns a new football champion once every four years. The most recent World Cup concluded in 2018, when Russia hosted the event. Four years later, the World Cup hosted in Qatar will take place during November to December 2022. “The World Cup only happens every four years, so you should definitely take advantage of the opportunity to watch it,” said Lucy Paolini ’23.

Everything That You Need to Know for the Upcoming World Cup

Shahabir Sami, Staff Reporter July 24, 2022

Once every four years, a champion rises to prominence before the entire world. With millions of fans witnessing their triumph, the winners of the quadrennial competition bring pride not only to themselves...

Students get to play different sports and explore different forms of exercise in their Bronx Science Physical Education classes. Mr. Fallon said, “Here at Bronx Science, we have a high workload, with Advanced Placement classes and all the academic assignments. Exercise is a great way to help you to boost your mood, and it’s also a great stress management technique.”

Get Moving: Tips on How to Exercise More

Jacey Mok, Staff Reporter July 22, 2022

You’ve probably heard it about a hundred times: exercise is good for you. It reduces the risk of practically every disease, reduces stress, and keeps you fit. It even generates endorphins – or...

Members of the Boys Varsity Lacrosse Team compete during a game.

The Culmination of a Three Year Lacrosse Journey at Bronx Science

Maximilian Kramer, Staff Reporter July 21, 2022

As the final whistle blew, the Bronx Science bench full of fans erupted in celebration. Everything was going to plan for the Bronx Science Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse team. But little did they know this would...

The new CBA has attracted new fans to its game, while deterring others with its rule changes.

Are the Rules in the Newest Collective Bargaining Agreement Good for Baseball?

Issay Niki, Staff Reporter July 21, 2022

Following a lengthy lockout during  the MLB offseason which bled into spring training, the players union and team owners agreed to a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). The new CBA has brought...

The Bronx High School of Science has a competitive Girls Varsity Gymnastics team that recently won the Public School Athletic League City Championship.

The Problem of Gender Disparity in Sports

Donna Celentano, Staff Reporter July 21, 2022

Sports have been a constant in human civilization for centuries, with a mural from ancient Crete from around 1500-1600 BCE being the first documentation of a sport ever. However, with age comes change,...

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