After playing in the Rio Hondo League for 64 years, football faces new competition in the larger league. Story by Hung Gwan LauStaff Writer Photo by Mac ShropshirePhoto Editor After years of competing in the Rio Hondo league, the football team is entering a new season with the Boulder League. This change will introduce SPHS […]
Juniors deliver crushing 20–6 blow to seniors in Powerpuff game
The seniors’ offense became their Achilles’ heel, which the juniors wasted no time exploiting through an aggressive offense, allowing them to claim a one-sided victory.
South Pasadena steamrolls Alhambra on the road
Running back David Ortega rushed for 163 yards and a touchdown as the Tigers cruised past the Moors in their last non-league game.
Football fails to control Grizzlies in overwhelming battle
Football lost 7-21 against Golden Valley on Friday, Sept. 13.
Football overcomes neck-and-neck battle against Falcons
On Sept. 6, South Pasadena battled Crescenta Valley, winning 29-23.
Football seizes victory against Arcadia in a defensive match
The Tigers sped up in the second half to secure victory against the Apaches, 21-6.
Football falls to Los Osos in first and last CIF match after exceptional season
Written by: Solana Singer Staff Writer Photo by: Samantha Shiroishi Photography Editor South Pasadena football suffered a devastating loss to the Los Osos Grizzlies at an away game on Friday, Nov. 3 drawing their season to a close. “Coming off of this loss today, it’s a heartbreaker,” Head Coach Jeff Chi said. “But when you […]
Football pummels Poly to collect a share of their first league championship since 1976
Story by: Solana Singer Staff Writer Photo by: Samantha Shiroishi Photography Editor South Pasadena football defeated the Pasadena Polytechnic Panthers 51-28 at home on Friday, Oct. 27. “This is the first league championship in 46 years since 1976,” Head Coach Jeff Chi said. “So that’s pretty amazing and special for these kids to be part […]
Football conquers La Cañada in dramatic homecoming game
Jason Hong (pictured) scored 4 out of 5 touchdowns for the Tigers in a nail biter matchup against the Spartans.
Football bounces back to defeat Monrovia for the first time in 19 years
Senior running back Jason Hong (pictured) rushed for 232 yards and five touchdowns to lead the Tigers to victory.
Tennis swept by San Marino in league match
The Tigers fell to the San Marino Titans in their fourth league match of season
South Pasadena falls to rival San Marino in defensive battle
Senior Devin Robinson (2) pushes towards the end zone on South Pasadena’s only touchdown drive.
Football narrowly bests Schurr in season opener
Tight end Sawyer Fox (21) leaps to haul in a pass from quarterback Zachary Lee.
Football loses to Bellflower in CIF Semifinals
Story by Benjamin Regan Sports Editor Photos by Samantha Shiroishi, Emiko Essmiller, and Rachel (Shin-Hye) Choi Staff Photographers Football’s season came to an end against the Bellflower Buccaneers on Friday, Nov. 18, in CIF semifinals. The Tigers were unable to slow down the Buccaneers’ rushing game and failed to put together a comeback effort. The final score was 34-21, […]
Football steamrolls Yucca Valley in first round of CIF
Story by Benjamin Regan Sports Editor Photo by Samantha Shiroishi Staff Photographer Football pummeled the Yucca Valley Trojans 43-35 on Friday, Nov. 5, winning the first round of CIF on its home turf. The Tigers offense was led by junior running back Jason Hong. Hong overwhelmed the Trojan’s defense and refused to be tackled; ultimately contributing four […]
Football drops final game to league rival San Marino
Story by Benjamin Regan Sports Editor Photo by Samantha Shiroishi Staff Photographer Football fell short against the San Marino Titans 23-21 in the final game of the regular season on Friday, Oct. 28. The Titans scored a game-winning field goal as time expired to knock off the Tigers in the annual rivalry game. This year, the stakes […]