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Addison Bushka '27, Reporter

Addison Bushka is a freshman at Nonnewaug and writes for NHS Chief Advocate as a reporter. She lives in Woodbury and plays soccer for Nonnewaug. She enjoys writing about sports, school events, and the community.

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Kyle Viveros is ready on his toes, awaiting the ball. Viveros and Landon Parks took home the BL doubles title. (Courtesy of Sophia Cenatiempo)

Nonnewaug Repeats as Class S State Runner-Up in Boys Tennis (PHOTOS)

Addison Bushka '27, Reporter
June 10, 2024
From left, Brady Herman, Robert Metcalfe, and Derek Chung talk on the bench during a Woodbury youth basketball game. The three, who are Nonnewaug sophomores, formed their friendship over sports. (Courtesy of Noreen Chung)

Sports Form Backbone to Many Long-Term Friendships

Addison Bushka '27 and Audrey Doran '27
May 30, 2024
Nonnewaug students, from left, Olivia Gwiazdoski, Ella Brown, Maia Colavito, Sophia Garguilo, Karli Brandt, Hailey Goldman, Gianna Geraci, Veronika Nicholas, Ella Quinn, Ava Hirleman, Julia Gwiazdoski, Audrey Doran, Addi Bushka, Aubrie Salisbury, and Jadyn Heron pose before the 2023 homecoming dance. (Courtesy of Addison Bushka)

Students See Pros and Cons to Earlier 2024 Homecoming

Addison Bushka '27, Reporter
May 10, 2024
Nassau, Bahamas is a popular spring break destination for Nonnewaug students. Many students find it hard to return to New England weather after spending time in the topical warmth.

Bushka: Freshmen Shouldn’t Pack It In Just Yet

Addison Bushka '27, Reporter
April 29, 2024
The Nonnewaug girls soccer team poses after their preseason scrimmage at Pomperaug. Scrimmages are an important part of preparation for the season but with the new CIAC regulations, teams will be able to practice throughout the summer. (Courtesy of Noreen Chung)

New CIAC Rules Will Let Teams Practice During Summer — But Not Everyone’s on Board

Audrey Doran '27 and Addison Bushka '27
April 2, 2024

Pride in the Tribe Alive at Red-Out Hoops Doubleheader (VIDEO)

Addison Bushka '27, Ava Hirleman '27, Audrey Doran '27, and Aubrie Salisbury '27
February 9, 2024
From bottom left, the Nonnewaug wrestling, boys indoor track, swimming, girls indoor track, and cheerleading teams are all sometimes overlooked during the winter sports season. (contributed photos)

Athletes in ‘Overlooked’ Winter Sports Hope for Recognition from Peers

Audrey Doran '27, Aubrie Salisbury '27, Ava Hirleman '27, and Addison Bushka '27
January 29, 2024
Maylan Hardisty (12) dribbles the ball during the Nov. 6 first round of the Class M state tournament against New Fairfield. Hardisty played outside left-midfield for the girls soccer team, a big help to the teams successful season.

Maylan Hardisty a Role Model — and Now a Three-Sport Athlete

Addison Bushka '27, Reporter
January 2, 2024
The Nonnewaug boys basketball team and student section dress in red vs. Shepaug last season. The redout theme supports the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. (Courtesy of Noreen Chung)

Nonnewaug’s Themed Sporting Events Put Pride in the Tribe

Audrey Doran '27 and Addison Bushka '27
November 16, 2023
The Woodbury Lions Club Haunted Hayride opened Oct. 21 and will continue Oct. 27-28. (Woodbury Lions Club/Facebook)

Haunted Hayride a Chance to ‘Scare Your Friends’

Addison Bushka '27, Reporter
October 24, 2023
Nonnewaug High Schools athletics fields were left abandoned in the rain after the cancellation of practices Sept. 29.

Nonnewaug Teams Face Frustration With Fussy Weather

Addison Bushka '27, Reporter
October 4, 2023
Most eighth-graders at Woodbury Middle School will walk through Nonnewaug High Schools doors as freshmen in just a few months.

Eighth-Graders Feel Anxiety, Excitement with High School Near

Addison Bushka '27, Junior Chief Advocate
March 5, 2023
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