By Jung Su Park Staff Writer Photos by Matthew Scholtz The boys’ varsity volleyball team kept its hot winning streak alive with another 3-0 set sweep against San Gabriel Academy Eagles. With this away non-league matchup victory in which the Tigers beat the Eagles 29-27, 25-12, and 25-16, South Pas rise to a seemingly unstoppable […]
Softball falls 5-4 to Rams despite early lead
By Jordan Xiao Copy Editor The softball team narrowly lost its first game after the spring break at Temple City High School on Wednesday, April 8. With half the season over, the 5-4 loss puts the Tigers at 1-3 in league and 5-4 overall. The Tigers started the game strong, with freshman Sophie Reynolds bringing […]
Baseball drops ball against Temple City, 4-3
By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer The South Pas Tigers were in high hopes going off to visit Temple City last Wednesday but ended up a 4-3 loss to the Rams. With both teams slow to start, the atmosphere of the game was at a standstill with neither side completely ready in the first two innings. […]
A primer to webcomics: 5 recommendations
By Sandra Moore & Sandy Grossman Tiger Staff Webcomics are graphic novels published on the internet. Instead of releasing issues biweekly or monthly, artists build fan bases by releasing pages once or twice a week. This medium provides an opportunity for artists and writers to tell interesting stories without having to pay a huge sum […]
Boys’ volleyball continue strong start to league play
By Jung Su Park Staff Writer Photos By Matt Scholtz South Pasadena continued to defend its title as the volleyball powerhouse with a flawless 3-0 home victory over San Marino on the second league match of the season. Although junior defensive specialist Scott Kawakami was sidelined due to illness, the boys calmly stepped up to […]
Golf wins first match of the season
By Alex Nakagawa Assoc. Sports Editor Despite the harsh weather conditions that plagued many of the athletes at Eaton Canyon golf course this afternoon, South Pasadena was able to push through with a solid performance to rack up its first win of the season against the Temple City Rams after a long spring break. “The […]
SPHS Destination Imagination team takes first in State event
By Kyle Kan Assoc. News Editor South Pasadena’s Destination Imagination (DI) team placed first in the “Lose to Win” competition at the California state tournament on Saturday, March 30, securing them a spot in the Global Finals in May. DI, a non-profit, encourages students to use critical thinking and teamwork to solve unique and complex […]
Baseball swept in Pasadena doubleheader
By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer Photos by Stephanie Kim The SPHS baseball team was swept in a non-league doubleheader against Pasadena on Saturday, March 28, losing by scores of 11-1, and 18-3. The Tigers weren’t in the best condition after their back to back games last Wednesday and Thursday. Although the team had a long day ahead, […]
Universal Studios unveiled as the 2015 prom location
By Faye Witherall Assoc. Feature Editor The venue of this year’s prom was revealed during the SPEX Assembly. The dance will be held at the Hollywood Globe Theater in the Universal Studios Hollywood theme park. Students will be able to access several other park locations, including its Little Vienna. Features include an onsite caricature artist, […]
Boys’ volleyball defeats St. Francis in non-league matchup
By Julian Prime Sports Editor Photos by Matt Scholtz After claiming their first league win of the season against La Cañada on Thursday, March 26, the SPHS boys’ volleyball team swept the St. Francis Golden Knights in three straight sets, 25-22, 25-23, 25-21. Senior Richard Yu showed he was in midseason form, leading the Tigers […]
Boys’ volleyball pushes past La Cañada with 3-0 victory
By Jung Su Park Staff Writer The boys’ volleyball team lived up to its legacy of four consecutive Rio Hondo League championship titles after defeating La Cañada, 3-0. The Tigers silenced the Spartan crowd under the offensive leadership of senior Richard Yu and junior Greg Luck, who both converted 11 kills. South Pas stands 4-0 […]
Baseball defeats La Cañada 9-8 for first league win
By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer Photos by Stephanie Kim South Pasadena and La Cañada were neck and neck during their game on Tursday, March 26, but it was the Tigers who claimed the 9-8 win after a three hour battle. The Spartan drew first blood in the game with a single run in the first. […]
Softball can’t overcome early deficit in loss to La Cañada
By Kevin Park & Jordan Xiao Tiger Staff The softball team suffered a tough 9-0 loss at home against La Cañada on Wednesday, March 26. With this loss the Tigers stand at 1-2 in league and 5-3 overall. The game started off poorly for South Pas, with the hard-hitting Spartans making three runs in the […]
Boys’ tennis can’t keep up with San Marino in loss
By Karen Hsueh Copy Editor Photos by Jenny Luo The boys’ tennis team suffered a disappointing loss against San Marino High School on Wednesday, March 25. While the team tried their best to match the Titans, they faced defeat in a 0-18 loss, putting their league record at 1-1 and overall record at 3-2. The […]
Softball defeats San Marino in league home opener
By Kevin Park & Jordan Xiao Tiger Staff Photos by Stephanie Kim The softball team took advantage with a four-run fourth inning to top San Marino 6-2 on Wednesday, March 25. Their record now stands at 1-1 in league after a tough loss against Monrovia last Friday. The score was still 0-0 at the start […]
ASB hosts its first Food Truck Friday
By Sandy Grossman Staff Writer The smell of freshly cooked food wafted through the air on March 20, when the Freshman class ASB held the first ever Food Truck Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. Three food trucks were parked in the SPHS main parking lot, serving a variety of meals and snacks like burgers, […]