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Otto Fritton PZ ’27, captain of the Claremont Colleges men’s club soccer team, watched as the Pears managed to pull themselves out of a 2-0 deficit to win on senior day. The comeback led him to reflect on two of the most similarly memorable moments he has witnessed.

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February 20, 2025 8:16 pm

Sub-varsity struggles: The chronicles of being a club athlete

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What are the struggles of being a club athlete? Otto Fritton PZ ‘27 explores the indecision many club athletes face, weighing their love for the sport against their abilities and commitment levels.

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La Remontada, Claremont edition: The Pears capture the art of the sports comeback

Sub-varsity struggles: The chronicles of being a club athlete