Written by Zoe ChenStaff Writer Photo by Emiko EssmillerCo-Design Editor and Staff Photographer Girls’ basketball faced off against the San Marino Titans in their first Rio Hondo League game of the season. The Tigers dominated the court, and by halftime, it was no longer a question of if South Pasadena would win, but rather, by […]
Basketball routed by La Cañada at home
Story by Ethan Kwak Sports Writer Photos by Rachel (Shin-Hye) Choi Staff Photographer SPHS Boys’ Basketball fell short against La Cañada in a home game on Wednesday, Jan. 25, 74-51. The first quarter began with the ball in Tigers’ possession but was followed by an untimely fumble on the court. La Cañada swiftly took possession, starting the […]
Basketball beats San Marino in rivarly game
Story by Ethan Kwak Sports Writer Photos by Rachel (Shin-Hye) Choi Staff Photographer Boys basketball plowed past San Marino in a score of 84-69 in a highly-anticipated away game on Wednesday, Jan 18. Maintaining a strong lead from the beginning, the Tigers dominated the Titans through efficient shooting and tough defensive play. Junior shooting guard Russell Williams […]
Basketball blows past Mark Keppel at home
Story by Rose Vandevelde Sports Writer Photos by Rachel (Shin-Hye) Choi Staff Photographer Tiger’s boys basketball cruised to victory over visiting Mark Keppel in a non-league showcase on Monday, Jan. 16. South Pasadena started out strong with quick passing followed by a shot from junior shooting guard Russell Williams for two points. Mark Keppel immediately responded with […]
Volleyball ousts rival San Marino in first league game
Story by Linda Yun Staff Writer Photo by Rachel (Shin-Hye) Choi Staff Photographer Girls volleyball dominated its first RHL matchup on Tuesday, Sep. 14, brushing off their long-standing rival: the San Marino Titans. After overwhelming the opponents with back-to-back wins in the first two sets, the Tigers put their newcomers to the test. Noting a change in the […]
Girls basketball ends CIF run after loss to Brentwood in quarterfinals
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photo by Michelle Shadmon Staff Photographer Girls basketball lost to the Brentwood Eagles 68-51 in the CIF Division 2A quarterfinals game on Saturday, Feb 19. This game concludes an amazing season for the Tigers, with first place in the Rio Hondo League and an overall score of 26-3. After […]
Girls basketball advances to CIF quarterfinals after thrilling Paramount win
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photo by Michelle Shadmon Staff Photographer Girls basketball will continue on to the CIF Division 2A quarterfinals after narrowly defeating the Paramount Pirates 70-66 in a playoff game on Wednesday, Feb. 16. The Tigers started off strong in the first quarter, intercepting the ball after Paramount won the tipoff. […]
Boys basketball ends CIF run with a tough loss to Highland
Story by Charlotte Dekle Staff Writer Photos by Erin Lee Staff Photographer Boys basketball lost to the Highland Bulldogs 54-50 in its second and last playoff game of the season. In a game that started out with many missed opportunities and turnovers, the Tigers roared louder than ever in their second half gameplay. Unfortunately, the […]
Girls basketball advances to second round of CIF after Arcadia win
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photo by Michelle Shadmon Staff Photographer Girls basketball demolished the Arcadia Apaches 71-47 in the first game of the CIF Division 2A playoffs on Saturday, Feb. 12. The Apaches jumped to an early lead, sinking multiple 3-pointers through avoiding the Tigers’ defense with long-range shots. However, the Tigers quickly […]
Boys basketball edges out Indian Springs in CIF opening round
Story by Charlotte Dekle Staff Writer Photo by Erin Lee Staff Photographer Boys basketball defeated the Indian Springs Coyotes 68-62 in its first CIF Division 3A playoff game on Friday, Feb. 11. The Tigers dominated the first two quarters, and even with injuries and fouls plaguing the second half, their communication and plentiful shots secured […]
Boys basketball loses first place league standing to San Marino
Story by Charlotte Dekle Staff Writer Photos by Erin Lee Staff Photographer Tiger fans came out in full force to support boys basketball in their final league game against San Marino on Friday, Feb. 4. Tensions were high, with both teams clawing for the top two spots in the Rio Hondo League. Eventually, boys basketball […]
Boys basketball slides past Temple City in close match
Story by Charlotte Dekle Associate Feature Editor Photos by Erin Lee Staff Photographer Boys basketball defeated the Temple City Rams 61-50 in a comfortable away game on Wednesday, Feb. 2. Even though the Tigers were able to secure a win, their shaky first-half shooting plagued them once again. A constant challenge throughout the match was […]
Girls basketball defeats La Cañada on senior night
Story by Lexie Doig Staff Writer Photo by Michelle Shadmon Staff Photographer Girls basketball cruised to another league win, defeating the La Cañada Spartans 69-47 on Monday, Jan 31. The spectacular win raised the Tigers’ overall record to 22-1 and an 8-0 league record, keeping them in first place in the league. From the tipoff, […]
Boys basketball tops La Cañada in critical league game
Story by Benjamin Regan Associate Sports Editor Photos by Erin Lee Staff Photographer Senior night and a critical league game for the South Pasadena Boys Basketball team converged for a loud gym, energized crowd, and electric play from the fourth-year stars of the program. In a game with significant CIF and league implications, opposing rival […]
Boys basketball sweeps past Blair for the second time in league
Story by Charlotte Dekle Staff Writer Photos by Erin Lee Staff Photographer Boys Basketball crushed the Blair Vikings 70-48 in an exciting league game on Friday, Jan. 28. The Tigers started their second-string players against an opponent they dominated previously this season, before giving their starters playing time. Eager to get playing time, the second-string […]
Boys basketball trounces on Monrovia in league match-up
Story by Charlotte Dekle Staff Writer Photos by Erin Lee Staff Photographer Boys basketball defeated the Monrovia Wildcats 63-46 in an eventful Rio Hondo League matchup on Wednesday, Jan. 26. While both teams played well, the relatively close margin came as a disappointment for the Tigers. Right from the tipoff, the Wildcats were formidable opponents, […]