Photos by Jayden EdenStaff Photographer Boys’ basketball’s CIF playoff chances took a significant hit after a costly 64-55 loss to the Monrovia Wildcats on the road on Saturday, January 26. South Pas had difficulties rebounding all night long and were never able to open up a sizeable lead against the Wildcats, whom they previously beat […]
Boys’ basketball suffers blowout loss against La Cañada
Photos by Jayden EdenStaff Photograph SPHS boys’ basketball was defeated by the La Cañada Spartans by a score of 72-34. The Tigers now hold a 3-4 league record and are tied with San Marino for the third place spot in the Rio Hondo League. The Spartans came out firing from all areas beyond the arc, […]
Boys’ basketball edges out San Marino in nail-biting fashion
Photos by Jayden EdenStaff Photographer Boys’ Basketball picked up its third straight league win in a 50-48 nailbiter against the rival San Marino Titans at home. Neither team was able to pull away from the other which led to a close game for all four quarters. The Tigers were able to execute on defense down the […]
Boys’ basketball defeats Monrovia in critical league matchup
Photos by Jayden EdenStaff Photographer Senior Sebastian Au-Rivera had the hot hand all night long against the Monrovia Wildcats, leading the Tigers with 32 points to a 67-55 league victory at home. The Tigers pulled away from the Wildcats in the second quarter and maintained their lead for the rest of the game to improve their […]
Boys’ basketball falters against talented Spartans
Photo by Jayden EdenStaff Photographer The Tigers dropped their third consecutive league game on Friday night, falling 58-33 to the defending league-champion La Cañada Spartans. South Pas was overmatched and unable to shoot well enough to keep pace with the efficient Spartans. La Cañada’s height and athletic advantages were apparent, as they were able to […]
Boys’ basketball struggles to close out Temple City
Photo by Jayden EdenStaff Photographer The boys’ basketball team dropped its second straight league game, faltering to the Temple City Rams 55-47 on Tuesday, January 8. Unable to sink critical free throws and execute offensively late in the game, the Tigers couldn’t close out the opposing Rams. The Tigers opened up the game with a […]
Boys’ basketball’s comeback falls short against San Marino
Boys’ basketball suffered a 56-40 loss to the rival San Marino Titans in their first league game of 2019 on Saturday, January 5. Although the Tigers were able to fight their way back into the game in the second half, the slow start from South Pas proved to be too costly. From the opening tip, […]
Boys’ basketball drops home opener against Glendale
Photo by Richard Gomez Contributor Boys’ basketball was overwhelmed in their preseason matchup against the Glendale Nitros on Wednesday, November 14. The Tiger’s senior-heavy lineup was unable to recover from the Nitros’ first-quarter onslaught, ultimately falling by a score of 71-38. The Nitros jumped out to an early 13-0 advantage; the lead made possible by […]
Boys’ basketball stumbles versus Blair
Photos by Richard Gomez Staff Photographer Boys’ basketball was defeated 77-52 by Blair on Thursday, February 9, unable to overcome the Vikings’ aggressive onslaught. The fast-paced, physical style of play lent itself to Blair’s impressive length and athleticism combination, which was the defining factor in the Vikings’ victory. The loss brings the Tigers’ overall and league […]
Girls’ basketball wins a nail-biter over Temple City
Photos by Brandon Yung Online Managing Editor After its brutal loss to La Cañada last week, the Tigers redeemed themselves against Temple City, claiming a 40-37 victory on February 6. The senior night was a nail-biter of a game, with the lead changing frequently and victory never assured, but the Tigers wound up on top […]
Boys’ basketball stumbles against Temple City
Photos by Richard Gomez Staff Photographer A second-half surge by the Temple City Rams eliminated hopes of a CIF berth for boys’ basketball on Tuesday, February 6, as the Tigers’ penultimate league matchup on Senior Night ended with a 51-40 loss. Lackluster offensive efforts defined the vast majority of the first two quarters, as both teams […]
Boys’ basketball falls short against La Cañada
Photos by Richard Gomez Staff Photographer Boys’ basketball nearly avenged its midseason loss to La Cañada on Friday, February 2, losing 46-39 despite a fervent comeback. The Spartans’ size advantage coupled with competent shooting abilities proved to be a winning formula early on, but halftime adjustments and crowd support allowed the Tigers to climb their […]
Boys’ basketball dismantles San Marino
Photos by Richard Gomez Staff Photographer Boys’ basketball overwhelmed San Marino 76-69 on Wednesday, January 21, dominating early and preventing the Titans from establishing any offensive rhythm. South Pas’ prowess characterized the majority of the first quarter, as the Tigers drilled several threes and ultimately gained a lead they would maintain for the remainder of […]
Boys’ basketball fails to maintain its grip on Monrovia
Photos by Richard Gomez Staff Photographer Boys’ basketball suffered a crushing 77-63 loss to Monrovia on Friday, January 26, as South Pas failed to play to its full potential in the final three quarters. The Tigers immediately showcased their prowess, but squandered their freight train-like momentum with tentative play and missed offensive opportunities. Now sitting […]
Boys’ basketball falters versus Blair
Photos by Richard Gomez Staff Photographer A strong comeback proved futile in the final moments of boys’ basketball’s 65-61 defeat to Blair on Wednesday, January 24. The Vikings’ incredible combination of length, speed, and athleticism overwhelmed the Tigers early on, but South Pas retaliated in brilliant fashion. Unfortunately, Blair knocked down key shots in the […]
Boys’ basketball falters in San Marino
Photos by Richard Gomez Staff Photographer Boys’ basketball ended their three-game winning streak with a 73-62 loss to San Marino on Wednesday, January 10, in a roller coaster of a matchup. Fervent emotions characterized the defeat, as fans on both sides were quick to acclaim impressive plays or criticize lackluster efforts. The Tigers and Titans […]