Story by Leighton KwokStaff Writer Illustration by Sage ChangStaff Illustrator The Gen Z Vote could create a turning point in American Politics The United States of America was built on the idea that life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness would be easier for generations to come. The Founding Fathers established the complex US voting system so […]
Clubs gather for the 2026-27 school year
SPHS students successfully ran another Club Rush.
South Pasadena organization advocates for tech restrictions in schools
Story by Maxwell GardoceStaff Writer In conversations concerning personal technology usage among students in SPUSDschools, the parent-led organization Touch Grass South Pas plays a major role. Thegroup advocates for a developmental learning environment, believing that a personaltechnology ban during school hours would be beneficial for all district students. Thecoalition, formed in spring 2025, grew out of […]
Girls’ volleyball falls to Crescenta Valley
The Tigers persisted throughout the match, but their defense was not strong enough to beat the Falcons. Story by Julia GildersleeveCopy Editor Girls’ volleyball fell to the Crescenta Valley Falcons in a league home game on Sept. 16. The Tigers drew a large crowd of students and parents, who flooded into the bleachers before the […]
Boys’ water polo faces defeat against St. Francis
After continuously exchanging the lead, St. Francis ultimately gained victory against SPHS. Story by Kamillah MoralesStaff Writer Photo by Adrian LopezStaff Photographer Boys’ water polo faced St. Francis on Tuesday, Sept. 15, and lost 9–6. Both the Tigers and the St. Francis Knights displayed aggression and persistence as they scored goals, keeping the score even […]
On Connection
Story by Rafa Estolano-SridharanOpinion Editor I spend a lot of my time making pottery. Throwing clay, trimming it, glazing it, whatever. And the thing I enjoy most about it is its physicality. When I’m working with clay, I am completely in the moment. I am focused entirely on how the clay flows through my hands, […]
Girls’ golf falls to International Orion Academy
The Tigers have improved a lot since their last game, but they were not able to score a win. Story by Maya BennettStaff Writer Girls’ Golf suffered a loss to the Orion Academy at Brookside with a score of 218–190 after nine holes on Tuesday, Sept. 8. However, the Tigers’ performance has improved a lot. […]
Girls golf accepts defeat in the Walnut Tourney
During the Walnut Tourney, many players had a difficult day. Story by: Maya BennettStaff Writer Girls’ golf participated in the Orion Academy, formally the Walnut Tourney, hosted by the Walnut High School girls’ golf team on Monday, Aug. 31. The tournament consisted of about 18 teams and three divisions. Sophomores Bella Vanichsombat and Delaney Wong, […]
Football faces their first out-of-state foe, losing 36-14
The Tigers struggled against a relentless heatwave and a new opponent, losing to the Utah team, Maple Mountain, in the end. Story by Gavin BartolomeStaff Writer Photo by Mac ShropshirePhotography Editor On Friday, Aug. 28, the Tigers met their first out-of-state opponent, the Maple Mountain Golden Eagles who came from Utah. After taking the lead […]
Photo of the month: August
The Tiger Photog’s favorite photos from the month of August.
ASB welcomes the new school year with yearly SAC assembly
Story by Ella ApisakkulStaff Writer Photos by Theo Thompson, Adrian Lopez, Philip Kwak, Maximo Benitez & Mac ShropshireStaff Photographers, Videographer, & Photography Editor On Friday, Aug. 21, SPHS ASB held its annual SAC assembly to kick off the 2026-27 school year, highlighting school facilities and programs, as well as encouraging students to purchase SAC cards. This first […]
Girls Volleyball loses to Polytechnic High School
The Polytechnic High School Panthers beat the Tigers after an intense game. Story by Maxine MessineoStaff Writer Photos by Sam AllenStaff Photographer Girls’ volleyball played the Polytechnic High School Panthers on Wednesday, Aug. 19 in an exciting and captivating game. The Panthers eventually beat the Tigers with a final score of 3–1. The starting lineup […]
Boys’ tennis showcases stellar play at CIF playoffs
The team advanced after strong performances.
Dance presents 2026 Spring Concert, “The Space We Carry”
Photos by Zoe Chen Print Managing Editor
Track and field spikes up for CIF
Story by Harriet GodsonStaff Writer Photo by anonymous contributor On Saturday, May 16, 20 South Pasadena High School athletes competed at the track and field CIF SS Finals. On the girls’ side, the 4 by 100-meter team, juniors Kara Wang and Evan Taylor, and seniors Sophia Allen and Naya Holden, finished out their season strong […]
Baseball falls short during Senior Night
Photos by Sebastian GutierrezStaff Photographer Baseball went against the Pasadena Bulldogs on Wednesday, May 6 at 4 p.m. Despite the Tigers’ considerable effort towards the beginning of the game, they fell short in the later half, losing 3-6.