By Riley Segal Staff Writer Photo by Matthew Scholtz The girls’ volleyball team has lived up to the high expectations set by previous years this season, conceding only one game and four sets in total. The Tigers are currently undefeated in Rio Hondo League play, tied for the number one spot with La Cañada. South […]
Girls’ Golf Bounces Back After Rare Loss
By Kevin Park Staff Writer Photo by Tucker Judkins The varsity girls’ golf team continues to dominate the Rio Hondo League. After losing their first league game in eight years on September 24 to Gabrielino, the girls racked up three straight wins to earn an overall record of 7-1 and league record of 5-1. The […]
Player Profile: Molly Feldmeth
By Noah Miyamae Assoc. Sports Editor Photo by Matthew Scholtz Junior Molly Feldmeth has enticed crowds since her first high school game. She has been a part of the varsity volleyball team for three years, and a major factor in the team’s CIF runs in the past two seasons. Feldmeth plays a crucial role in […]
Player Profile: Kieran Press-Reynolds
By Isabel Barbera Assoc. Opinion Editor Photo by Thomas Forman South Pasadena cross country coach Joe Soto can often be heard reciting his signature motto: “Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.” While runners may roll their eyes at this repetitive lesson, it does in fact hold some truth. For the past two […]
Jung Su’s Views: Bouncing Back From Hardship
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Jung Su Park Sports Editor The most important aspect of going through a disheartening experience is gaining valuable lessons that enable the use of the challenge as a stepping stone to reach something greater. Victorious with a dominating score of 21-3 in the Rio Hondo League […]
Girls’ Volleyball Cruises Past Div. 1 La Salle in Straight Sets
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Riley Segal Staff Writer Photo by Matt Scholtz The girls’ volleyball team beat the La Salle Lancers on the road in three sets yesterday, with scores of 25-22, 25-23, and 25-16. The Lancers, a Division 1AA team, provided a challenge to South Pas, but the Tigers came out on top. […]
Boys’ Water Polo Looks Stout Heading into League Action
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Nick Michael Staff Writer Photo by Stephanie Kim The varsity boys’ water polo team played five games in two days over the weekend in the Los Altos Water Polo Tournament. The boys won three of the five, and finished in sixth place out of the 32 teams that entered the tournament. […]
Cross Country Gears up for League Race
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Isabel Barbera Staff Writer Photo by Hana Tyska Boys and girls’ cross country kicked off its season on Friday, September 18 with a successful first race at the Woodbridge Invitational in Orange County Great Park. There, the boys took 5th out of 22 in their divison, and the girls took […]
Girls’ Golf Emerges as Powerhouse
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Kevin Park Staff Writer Photo by Tucker Judkins After leaving with an effortless win last Tuesday against the Azusa Aztecs, girls’ golf capped its fourth straight win this Tuesday with a victory against the Alhambra Moors. The Tigers’ record now stands at 4-0 overall and […]
Football Continues to Impress During Preseason
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer Photo by Tucker Judkins The football team is confident in finishing its preseason undefeated, as the Tigers currently stand at a record of 3-0 after Friday’s 51-21 win against the Glendale Nitros. Everything went as planned for the Tigers on Friday, […]
Girls’ Tennis Showcases Promising Season
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 […]
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, […]