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Karla Fabregat, Ethan Pletter and Elijah Hoffman-Byer • Apr 28, 2026
Ethan Pletter, Elijah Hoffman-Byer and Karla Fabregat

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About the Contributors
Karla Fabregat
Karla Fabregat, Social Media/Marketing Manager
Junior Karla Fabregat is excited to start her first year as Social Media and Marketing Manager. Outside of school she enjoys hanging out with friends and watching soccer.
Ethan Pletter
Ethan Pletter, Social Media/Marketing Manager
Ethan Pletter is returning to The Pitch as a Social Media/Marketing Manager. In his free time, he enjoys watching sports and playing baseball.
Elijah Hoffman-Byer
Elijah Hoffman-Byer, Business Manager
This is Elijah Hoffman-Byer’s first year on The Pitch. He is excited to serve as Business Manager and write stories he is passionate about. In his free time Elijah loves to get active in nature, play poker, and spend time with his friends, family and two dogs.
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