By Riley Segal Staff Writer Photos by Matthew Scholtz The girls’ volleyball team defeated Temple City in three sets at home by scores of 25-13, 25-16, and 25-21. South Pasadena’s league record now stands at 6-0 and 17-2 overall. The Rams surprised South Pas with a stronger overall performance than in the two teams’ previous matchup, […]
Community forum held for South Pasadena School Board candidates
By Isabel Barbera Assoc. Opinion Editor The three candidates vying for the two available South Pasadena School Board positions in the upcoming election participated in a community forum night Wednesday October 14 at the South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) Board Room. Hosted by the South Pasadena Chinese-American Club, the SPUSD Council PTA, and the […]
Boys’ water polo bounces back in second day of El Segundo Tournament
By Nick Michael Staff Writer Photo by Stephanie Kim After two disappointing losses, the varsity boys’ water polo team bounced back on Saturday, October 17, winning two of their final three games in the second day of the El Segundo Tournament. The Tigers were victorious against both Torrance High School and Palos Verdes Peninsula High […]
Boys’ water polo struggles in first day of El Segundo Tournament
By Nick Michael Assoc. News Editor Photo by Stephanie Kim The varsity boys’ water polo team saw its five-game winning streak come to an abrupt end on Friday, October 16, as the Tigers lost both of their games in the El Segundo Tournament. The team’s first game was against the Crescenta Valley Falcons. The Tigers were […]
Football spoils Blair’s homecoming in 48-0 pulverization
By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer Photos by Matthew Scholtz Despite the running clock rule taking effect before the first half ended, South Pasadena’s 48-0 vanquish of the Blair Vikings dragged on as a result of a profusion of clock stoppages, extending a painful homecoming night for the Viking team. The win puts the Tigers at […]
Students and faculty practice earthquake awareness during Great ShakeOut
By Kevin Park Staff Writer Photos by Brian Kojima SPHS’s student body gathered on the football field during second period for the Great ShakeOut on October 15. The annual earthquake drill was held worldwide in order to help teach the public what to do during an earthquake and to improve preparedness. While the students sat […]
Girls’ volleyball earns free victory from Blair forfeit
By Riley Segal Staff Writer The girls’ volleyball team did not play at home on Thursday, October 15 due to a mix-up from Blair High School. The Vikings unknowingly pitted their varsity squad against the Tigers’ JV team. The JV team swept Blair’s varsity team in three sets, 25-9, 25-4 and 25-3. Rather than to […]
Cross country one step closer to Rio Hondo League final
By Isabel Barbera and Olivia Chiu Tiger Staff Photos by Hana Tyszka Boys and girls’ cross country completed their second Rio Hondo league meet Wednesday, October 14th at Crescenta Valley County Park. Both teams performed exceptionally in their second to last match against their league competitors. The girls’ squad placed second to La Cañada by […]
Boys’ water polo shocks La Cañada to maintain first place in RHL
By Nick Michael Assoc. News Editor Photos by Stephanie Kim The varsity boys’ water polo team pulled off a stunning 10-8 upset on Tuesday, October 13, on the road against the La Cañada Spartans, marking the Tigers’ first victory over their crosstown rivals in six years. The Spartans have commanded Rio Hondo league play for the past […]
Girls’ golf conquers Gabrelino to even season series
By Kevin Park Staff Writer Photo by Tucker Judkins The varsity girls’ golf team came on top with a close 210-229 win in its rematch game against Gabrielino High School on Tuesday, October 13. The Tigers extend their winning streak to four games. South Pas now stand at an 8-1 overall record and a 6-1 […]
Girls’ volleyball triumphs over La Cañada to stay undefeated
By Riley Segal Staff Writer Photos by Matt Scholtz The girls’ volleyball team brought down La Cañada on the road in four sets with scores of 25-17, 25-11, 23-25, and 25-18 on Tuesday, October 13. They remain undefeated in league with a 4-0 record, and an overall record of 11-2, putting South Pas in the […]
Girls’ tennis falls to La Cañada despite dominant doubles performances
By Noah Miyamae Assoc. Sports Editor The girls’ varsity tennis team fell to the La Cañada Spartans by a score of 7-11 on Tuesday, October 13 at La Cañada High School. This outcome mirrored the first match that the girls played against La Cañada in their Rio Hondo League opener. The team experimented with new formations […]
Homecoming court announced at lunchtime pep rally
By Nick Michael Assoc. News Editor Photo by Brian Kojima The homecoming princesses for 2015 were announced during a pep rally on October 13. Cheerleaders from each class gave a performance before Commissioner of spirit Gabby Marquez revealed the winners. RESULTS: Freshman princess: Uma Hornish Sophomore princess: Tiffany Holmes Junior princess: Sophia Lopez Senior princesses: […]
Girls’ volleyball showcases strong performances in Ayala Volleyball Tournament
By Riley Segal Staff Writer Photo by Matt Scholtz The girls’ volleyball showcased strong performances in the Ayala Volleyball Tournament, which spanned over Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10. The tournament was based in the Claremont area, and it does not count towards the Tiger team’s overall and league record. After going undefeated on […]
Football completes statement win with 36-0 shutout of La Cañada
By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer Photos by Tucker Judkins The South Pasadena football team closed out their Rio Hondo League opener against school rival La Cañada in a 36-0 blowout on Friday, October 9. With the team having only two home games this season, the team celebrated senior night, which saw off 15 players before […]
Girls’ volleyball convincingly tops Monrovia to win three straight in league
By Riley Segal Staff Writer Photos by Matt Scholtz The girls’ volleyball team defeated Monrovia High School at home on Thursday, October 8 for their third league game. The Wildcats were beaten in three sets, with scores of 25-20, 25-17, and 25-12, pushing the Tigers’ league record to 3-0, and 10-1 overall. The Tigers and […]