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The Talon
Journalism and Talon Club
Journalism and Talon Club
Scheduled Photo Retakes
Scheduled Photo Retakes
Magic in Manchester!
Magic in Manchester!
Gearing Up for the Fall Pep Rally
Gearing Up for the Fall Pep Rally
Welcome Back!!
Book Club Is Coming to an End!
Book Club Is Coming to an End!
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Why Sports Photographers Matter More Than Ever
Class of 2027 Hosting Outdoor Movie Night | Upcoming
Class of 2027 Hosting Outdoor Movie Night | Upcoming
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Poll: What is the best sport to watch live?
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Poll: What is your favorite thing to do during Summer Break?
Berhalter and the Bills
Berhalter and the Bills
Photograph provided by Mrs. Berhalter
Teacher Spotlight: Mrs. Berhalter
Photograph provided by Mrs. Masi
Teacher Spotlight: Mrs. Masi
Taken by MTHS journalism staff
Alumni Returns Back to Hawks’ Nest
Image provided by Isabel Mogrovejo
Senior Spotlight: Isabel Mogrovejo
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NFL Mid-Season Recap & Predictions (AFC)
Week 1 Overview: Eagles vs. Cowboys
Week 1 Overview: Eagles vs. Cowboys
New York Giants 25-26 Season Preview
New York Giants 25-26 Season Preview
From Gold-Glove Winner to 2nd Most Errors In Baseball: What Is In Store For Anthony Volpe?
From Gold-Glove Winner to 2nd Most Errors In Baseball: What Is In Store For Anthony Volpe?
NFL Week 4 Recap: Philadelphia Eagles at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
NFL Week 4 Recap: Philadelphia Eagles at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
A Call to All Writers: Submissions can still be submitted!!!
A Call to All Writers: Submissions can still be submitted!!!
A Call to All Writers: Submissions are Here!!!
A Call to All Writers: Submissions are Here!!!
Have You Ever Thought About Writing Your Own Story? Here’s The Perfect Club For you!
Have You Ever Thought About Writing Your Own Story? Here’s The Perfect Club For you!
Bubbles in the Garden
Bubbles in the Garden
Repeat
Repeat
A NASCAR Summer Ahead
A NASCAR Summer Ahead
Kyle Larson vs. Max Verstappen: A Statistical Analysis
Kyle Larson vs. Max Verstappen: A Statistical Analysis
Coca-Cola 600 Race Recap
Coca-Cola 600 Race Recap
AdventHealth 400 Race Recap
AdventHealth 400 Race Recap
Würth 400 Race Recap: “The race that didn’t want to end.”
Würth 400 Race Recap: “The race that didn’t want to end.”
  • Oct 16 / Boys SoccerManchester Township High School - 0, Asbury Park - 2
  • Oct 16 / GymnasticsManchester Township High School - 89.8, Colts Neck - 100.4
  • Oct 15 / Girls SoccerManchester Township High School - 1, Freehold Township - 3
  • Oct 10 / Field HockeyManchester Township High School - 0, Red Bank Regional - 4
  • Oct 10 / Girls VolleyballManchester Township High School - 1, Middletown North - 2
  • Oct 10 / Girls SoccerManchester Township High School - 4, Donovan Catholic - 1
  • Oct 10 / Boys SoccerManchester Township High School - 2, Donovan Catholic - 1
  • Oct 10 / FootballManchester Township High School - 0, Southern Regional - 42
  • Oct 9 / Girls SoccerManchester Township High School - 2, Matawan - 0
  • Oct 9 / Girls TennisManchester Township High School - 5, Lakewood - 0

The Talon

The Talon
DJ Staples

DJ Staples, Senior Co-Editor-in-Chief

DJ Staples is a fourth-year member of the Advanced Communications and Journalism Program. Currently, he serves as Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Talon. Staples is involved with marching band. He enjoys playing video games, music, and collecting shoes.

All content by DJ Staples

Welcome Back!!

Bella Martucci and DJ Staples
September 17, 2025
NXT Roadblock: Predictions, Feud Summaries, and More

NXT Roadblock: Predictions, Feud Summaries, and More

DJ Staples, Junior Content Editor
March 13, 2025
USA Steamrolls Canada in Hockey Game

USA Steamrolls Canada in Hockey Game

DJ Staples, Junior Content Editor
February 20, 2025
Jimmy Butler Traded to the Golden State Warriors: Analysis, Player History, Grade the Trade

Jimmy Butler Traded to the Golden State Warriors: Analysis, Player History, Grade the Trade

DJ Staples, Junior Content Editor
February 6, 2025
Do the Chiefs Actually Pay Off NFL Referees?

Do the Chiefs Actually Pay Off NFL Referees?

DJ Staples, Junior Content Editor
January 29, 2025
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Top 5 Fantasy Football Sleepers Of The 2024-25 Season

DJ Staples, Junior Content Editor
October 1, 2024
Leilani Correa in action at the Hawks Nest in January 2019. Photo courtesy of LORS Photography.

Manchester Alum Makes History

DJ Staples, Sports Columnist
April 16, 2024

Top 10 Athletes in Chicago History

DJ Staples, NBA Columnist
December 7, 2023

Top Ten Athletes in Philadelphia History

DJ Staples, NBA Columnist
November 21, 2023

James Harden traded to Clippers

DJ Staples, NBA Columnist
October 31, 2023
The 10 Best Cities For Pro Sports

The 10 Best Cities For Pro Sports

DJ Staples, NBA Columnist
October 17, 2023

Damian Lillard Traded to Bucks

DJ Staples, NBA Columnist
September 28, 2023

Top 10 NBA Players On Forgotten Teams

DJ Staples, NBA Columnist
September 22, 2023

Top Five NBA Teams And Players To Look Out For This Season

DJ Staples, NBA Columnist
September 18, 2023
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