By Matt Wakumoto Assoc. Sports Editor Photos by Tucker Judkins Online Managing Editor Boys’ basketball lost its eighth preseason game of the year to the Mark Keppel Aztecs, 51-38, on Saturday, January 7. The two teams tipped off around two o’clock, in the “Home of the Aztecs”, with the grey afternoon sunlight pouring through Mark […]
Wrestling suffers loss against La Cañada in first league match
By Elizabeth Bock Staff Writer Photos by Luke Quezada Assoc. Staff Photographer The Tigers lost their first league match at La Cañada High School on Thursday, January 5. The Spartans had a significantly higher number of fouls and dominated with a score of 61-18. Of the eight varsity matches that were held during the duel, […]
South Pasadena displays “Never Give Up” float at 128th Rose Parade
By Rachel Lu Staff Writer Photo by Thomas Forman Assoc. Photo Editor South Pasadena’s “Never Give Up” float showcased the city’s spirit along with thousands of locally grown materials for the 128th Rose Parade. As the oldest self-built float association, the South Pasadena Tournament of Roses portrayed the classic Aesop’s fable of “The Tortoise and […]
The Freezin Point brings Thai dessert to California
By Elizabeth Bock Staff Writer Photo by Tucker Judkins Online Managing Editor The Freezin Point in Monterey Park is the closest rolled ice cream joint to South Pasadena. The store can be spotted on Garvey Avenue tucked away in a rinky-dink strip mall. After walking down a quiet street, the din of the shop provides […]
Tiger Bakes: Christmas Edition
Jackie perfectly captures historical icon
By Dashiel Bove Staff Writer Illustration by Ashton Carless Assoc. Design Editor 4/5 stars Up-and-coming Chilean filmmaker Pablo Larraín is not the conventional choice for a biopic about one of the most iconic First Ladies in American history. Despite his origins and small film portfolio, Jackie is not just an excellent portrait of Jacqueline Kennedy, […]
Winter Assembly spotlights musical talent at SPHS
By Nick Michael News Editor Photo by Luke Quezada Assoc. Photography Editor The spirit of the holidays was a prominent theme of the Winter Assembly on Wednesday, December 21. Commissioner of Assemblies Charlotte Emerson led the audience through a lively series of musical performances, video presentations, and holiday-themed skits, all culminating with the reveal of […]
Dance Ensemble enchants auditorium with the Winter Concert
By Maya Williamson Assoc. Feature Editor Photo by Luke Quezada Assoc. Photo Editor SPHS students and parents took shelter from the rain last Thursday night in the SPHS auditorium to watch Dance Ensemble’s annual Winter Concert. The concert, directed by dance teacher Ms.Cheyne, was split into two acts and a total of 14 performances, each […]
Boys’ soccer shuts out Rosemead at home
By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer Photos by Matt Scholtz Photography Editor Boys’ soccer concluded its preseason run after clinching its final game before break with a 4-0 rout against Rosemead High School at home, on Wednesday, December 21. The Tigers’ record now stands at 3-2-2 with their next matchup scheduled after Winter Break. After suffering […]
Girls’ soccer defeats Bassett in blow out fashion
By David Seo Staff Writer Photos by Kevin Huang Staff Photographer The varsity girls’ soccer team dominated the Bassett Olympians during its final preseason game by a score of 11-0 on Wednesday, December 21. The Tigers showcased an impressive offensive presentation which sets their season record at 4-2-2. Immediately following kickoff, it was clear that […]
Academic Decathlon overcomes key absences to place second
By Sammy Park Staff Writer Photo by Kevin Huang Staff Photographer The Academic Decathlon team prevailed to second place at its second scrimmage of the school year last weekend. The smaller-scale competition took place on Saturday, December 10th, at Cleveland High School in Reseda, California. Since the ACT and multiple SAT subject tests occurred on […]
Girls’ water polo plays in Ayala Tournament
By Rachel Lu & Isabella Tsai Staff Writer Photo by Hana Tyszka Senior Staff Photographer The girls’ water polo team improved its preseason record to 6-1 after placing seventh in the Ayala tournament over the past weekend. The team upset local high-profile schools, while displaying its powerful offense and unified team chemistry. The team first […]
Boys’ soccer loses second straight against Duarte
By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer Photo by Matt Scholtz Photography Editor Boy’s soccer lost its second matchup of the season after narrowly losing to Duarte High School, 1-0, on the Falcons’ home field last Monday, December 19. South Pas and Duarte both played with little offense the entire game until a late penalty kick in […]
Schurr hands boys’ soccer first loss
By Ryan Nakamura Senior Staff Writer Photo by Matt Scholtz Photography Editor After four preseason games without a loss, boys’ varsity soccer suffered its first defeat against the Schurr Spartans by a score of 2-1, away on Thursday, December 15. The team now stands at 2-1-2 with Rio Hondo League quickly approaching. Although the Tigers […]
Instrumental Music presents holiday concert
By Nick Michael News Editor Illustration by Isabella Frescura Staff Illustrator The auditorium served as an oasis of both warmth and music last Thursday as the SPHS Band, Orchestra, and Jazz Ensemble performed on a chilly, quiet night. The two-hour show, dubbed the Instrumental Music Winter Concert, was conducted by Mr. Howard Crawford, and included […]
Girls’ basketball falls to Flintridge Prep in first official preseason game
By Riley Segal Assoc. Sports Editor Photo by Thomas Forman Assoc. Photo Editor The girls’ basketball team fell to Flintridge Preparatory School 64-57 on Tuesday, December 13 in its first non-tournament preseason game. The Tigers remained close in score for almost the entire game until the Rebels managed to pull ahead, leaving South Pas unable […]