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The Girls Varsity Basketball Team defeats Parkway West in Praise is the Cure Tournament

The Girls Varsity Basketball Team defeats Parkway West in Praise is the Cure Tournament

The Girls Varsity Basketball Team competed in the Praise is the Cure tournament on Friday.  The tournament is organized by legendary coach Lurline Jones (ARTICLE).  The team had an impressive 37-18 win and improved to 2-1 on the season.  Next up on the schedule is Freire Charter school on Wednesday, December 6th.

Zak competing in Philly vs. New York

Zak competing in Philly vs. New York

Our very own Zak Chapman is competing on Nov 25th, 2023 in a highly anticipated Philly Vs. New York 106lbs match up. This bout is an exhibition match in preparation for the USA National Championships Tournament in one week later in Lafayette Louisiana that takes place from Dec 2nd-9th, 2023.  

E&S Cross-Country Races at Pub Champs, District Champs, and States!

E&S Cross-Country Races at Pub Champs, District Champs, and States!

Congratulations to the E&S Cross-Country Team on the conclusion of their season. At the Philadelphia Public League Championships, five athletes earned All-Public honors: Christen Moore, Payton Drumwright, Jayla Ellison-Wilkes, Tesfabirhan Mangistu, and Lucas Aptowicz. At the PIAA District XII Championships, Tesfabirhan Mangistu and Jayla Ellison-Wilkes earned All-District Honors as medalists. Congratulations to Tesfabirhan Mangistu for qualifying…

Zak Continues to Climb Boxing Ranks

Zak Continues to Climb Boxing Ranks

Zakariyah (Zak) was first introduced to the sport of Boxing at the age of 6 by his brother who was an amature boxer in the Philadelphia area. He started training in his basement and now trains at 365 Fitness (5th and Berks st) by his Dad Abdul Haqq Chapman. Zak has over 80 matches and…

Cross-Country Team Races to Season's Bests At Belmont Plateau

Cross-Country Team Races to Season’s Bests At Belmont Plateau

Cross-Country Team Races to Season’s Bests At Belmont Plateau

Track Team Breaks Two School Records at State Championships!!

Track Team Breaks Two School Records at State Championships!!

On May 25th and 26th, the E&S Track Team competed at the PIAA State Championships. Congratulations to Payton Drumwright and Aichata Diarra for earning All-State Honors in the 400m. In this race, Payton also broke her own school record in the 400m!! In the 4x400m relay, a team of Chrissy Moore, Rayana Massey, Aichata Diarra,…

Track Team Wins Public League Championships!

Track Team Wins Public League Championships!

On May 11th, the E&S Girls Track Team won the Philadelphia Public League Championships, securing back-to-back Indoor Track and Outdoor Track Championship victories. Payton Drumwright was named meet MVP, and several athletes won individual titles! The Boys Team finished a strong third place. Individual champions: Girls 100m Dash : Aichata Diarra 200m Dash: Payton Drumwright…

Alum Taimar Reporting for OwlSports! [VIDEO]

Alum Taimar Reporting for OwlSports! [VIDEO]

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Senior Steven Young for wins the Chik-Fil-A Community Performer Award!

Senior Steven Young for wins the Chik-Fil-A Community Performer Award!

Congratulations to Senior Steven Young for winning the Chik-fil-A Community Performer Award! Steven was recognized at the Penn Relays for his years of contributions at the Sankofa Community Farm. Steven was given several prizes as part of this award, and the E&S Track and Field program was awarded $2,500! Steven is headed to Penn State…

Drumwright Breaks School Record!

Drumwright Breaks School Record!

On Saturday April 15th, sophomore Payton Drumwright broke the school record for the 400 meter hurdles, a record which has stood since 1998. Congratulations Payton!