This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Noah Miyamae Staff Writer Photo by Brian Kojima The varsity girls’ tennis team has exceeded expectations throughout preseason play. Most recently, the girls were victorious at Schurr High School, topping the Spartans on Tuesday, September 22, by a score of 14-4. This game provides an […]
Player Profile: Michael Partida
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Alex Nakagawa Online Managing Editor Photo by Tucker Judkins Senior Michael Partida’s father introduced Michael to the sport of football at the age of four. However, basketball was surprisingly Partida’s favorite sport throughout his childhood. Even so, Partida’s natural ability to throw the football growing […]
Football completes statement win with 36-0 shutout of La Cañada
By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer Photos by Tucker Judkins The South Pasadena football team closed out their Rio Hondo League opener against school rival La Cañada in a 36-0 blowout on Friday, October 9. With the team having only two home games this season, the team celebrated senior night, which saw off 15 players before […]
Girls’ volleyball convincingly tops Monrovia to win three straight in league
By Riley Segal Staff Writer Photos by Matt Scholtz The girls’ volleyball team defeated Monrovia High School at home on Thursday, October 8 for their third league game. The Wildcats were beaten in three sets, with scores of 25-20, 25-17, and 25-12, pushing the Tigers’ league record to 3-0, and 10-1 overall. The Tigers and […]
Girls’ golf defeats Alhambra with standout performances
By Kevin Park Staff Writer Photo by Tucker Judkins The South Pasadena varsity girls’ golf team has won four straight with a successful 201-246 victory at home against the Alhambra Moors on Thursday, October 8. With Thursday’s win, the squad has swept the season series against the Moors while increasing its overall record to 7-1 […]
Girls’ tennis asserts dominance versus Monrovia with 18-0 victory
By Noah Miyamae Assoc. Sports Editor Photos by Thomas Forman The girls’ varsity tennis team defeated Monrovia at home in blowout fashion by a score of 18-0 on Thursday, October 8. This grand performance gives the Tigers a 2-2 record in Rio Hondo League play and 8-2-1 overall. It was apparent from the first set […]
Boys’ water polo cruises past Monrovia to establish perfect 2-0 league record
By Nick Michael Assoc. News Editor Photos by Stephanie Kim The boys’ varsity water polo team strongly outperformed the Monrovia Wildcats at home on Thursday, October 8, winning by a score of 18-6. Coming into the game, the Tigers knew that Monrovia was a weak opponent. The Wildcats failed to win a single game in […]
Girls’ volleyball showcases strong performance against San Marino
By Riley Segal Staff Writer Photos by Matt Scholtz The girls’ volleyball team squared off against rival San Marino High School at home on Tuesday, October 6, in their second league matchup, beating the Titans in four sets with scores 25-18, 18-25, 25-19, and 25-19. The Tigers’ league record stands at 2-0, while their overall […]
Boys’ water polo defeats rival Temple City for smooth opening to RHL play
By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer Photos by Stephanie Kim With home advantage on the Tigers’ side, the boys’ water polo team defeated school rival Temple City, 13-10 in South Pasadena’s league opener. Right from the start the Tigers came out swinging with South Pas striking first from junior Benjamin Schroeder pulling one point from a dash […]
Girls’ tennis falls to powerful San Marino
By Noah Miyamae Staff Writer Photos by Thomas Forman The girls’ varsity tennis team was unsuccessful against a surging San Marino Titans squad on Tuesday, October 6, at home by a score of 1-17. Historically, San Marino has been a tough opponent and today was no exception. Sophomore team captain Molly Round fell by a score […]
Player Profile: Caitlyn Yamashita
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer Junior golfer Caitlyn Yamashita has consistently proven her importance to the girls’ varsity golf team. Yamashita, who grew up in South Pasadena, said her parents’ support helped her advance in her golfing career and personal life. Yamashita has been an integral […]
Gray Water Offers a Clear Solution
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Cole Cahill Staff Writer There is a sign that reads “Lawn and gardens maintained exclusively with grey water” in front of a house on Oxley Street here in South Pasadena. It advertises a number to call for questions and concerns regarding gray water. On the […]
“The Visit” Lacks Horror, But Presents Solid Acting
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Nick Michael & Noah Miyame Tiger Staff 3/5 Stars M. Night Shyamalan has had one of the most varied careers of any notable director today. From classics such as The Sixth Sense to disaster films like After Earth, he’s been credited with it all. His […]
A Different Kind of Sex Ed
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Olivia Nouriani Opinion Editor The first time I learned about sex in school was in the seventh grade. Most students within SPUSD share a similar experience. My Life Science teacher was well-meaning. She emphasized open dialogue and the value of knowledge. There are key concepts, […]
Personality Profile: Addison Foord
By Sammy Park Staff Writer It is hard to picture the quiet Addison Foord acting in front of crowds. But as soon as he steps onstage, the reserved freshman transforms into an animated, enthusiastic character, with dramatic facial expressions and rhythmic dance moves. Since his debut in the fifth grade musical Guys and Dolls, Foord […]
Forgotten Residents
By Sandra Moore Staff Writer This Friday marks Native American Day, a holiday exclusive to California and North Dakota.Yet this date does little to honor many tribes, including the Hahamongna Native Americans, the tribe that once inhabited the lands of Pasadena and Glendale before the San Gabriel Mission was built. The Hahamongna Native Americans (pronounced: […]