Story by Amber ChenStaff Writer Photo by Sophie YeungStaff Photographer The cross country team hopes to continue its Rio Hondo League success under new head Coach Michael Parkinson. This year, the Tigers must rebuild after the resignation of head coach Joe Soto and the loss of many star senior runners. Last year, both the boys’ […]
Girls’ volleyball goes 6-1 in preseason tournament
Story by Sofia AlvaStaff Writer Photo by Sarah LeeStaff Photographer The girls’ varsity volleyball team continued its preseason season in the Camarillo Tournament on Friday, Aug. 23 and Saturday, Aug. 24. On Friday, the Tigers dominated, defeating Pacifica, Simi Valley, and Moorpark each two sets to zero. The following day, South Pas continued to excel, […]
Football crushes Mountain View to earn first preseason victory
Story by Brady NakamuraStaff Writer Photo by Jayden EdenStaff Photographer The football team emerged triumphant over the Mountain View Vikings in its first preseason match with a score of 53-13 Friday, Aug. 23. The Tigers controlled almost every aspect of the game, led by senior Ivan Estrada’s 208 all purpose yards and two touchdowns. The […]
Season preview: girls’ golf returns with an experienced team and high hopes
Photo by Alicia AldereteContributor After transitioning from the Montview League to Rio Hondo League last season, the girls’ golf team fell short in obtaining the RHL championship. However, this year, the Tigers are determined to get back on track and establish league dominance. Having only lost one senior, the girl’s golf team is still a […]
Season preview: boys’ water polo looking to build dynasty
Story by Brady NakamuraStaff Writer Photo by Tony ChenContributor Coming off an undefeated league campaign, the boys’ water polo team seeks to maintain dominance. South Pas has boasted a stellar 16-2 league record in the past two seasons and hopes to extend their success to the CIF playoffs. With the departure of sophomore Jaren Sin, […]
Mamma’s Pizzeria reopens at new upgraded location
Story by Audrey ErnstStaff Writer Photos by Jayden EdenPhotographer Mamma’s Pizzeria opened its new and expanded 1007 Fair Oaks location Tuesday, Aug. 21, after a year of renovation and planning. The restaurant is now three times as large as its original 710 Fair Oaks location, with new features including an expanded menu, indoor and outdoor seating, and […]
Girls’ volleyball edges out Mayfield in preseason opener
Photo by Sarah LeeStaff Photographer Girls’ volleyball defeated the Mayfield Cubs in four sets, on Thursday, Aug. 22, marking their first victory of the season. The Tigers kicked off the first set with a victory. The overall game remained close, but South Pas ultimately pulled in the lead late in the set. The Cubs were […]
SPHS students host nature walks for low-income students, exploring the wonder of natural science
Story by Aanji SinSenior Staff Writer Photos Courtesy of Evan KowalContributor Seniors Evan Kowal, Aidan Lewis, and Tianhao Wei were featured on NBC 11 Sunday, Aug. 11, for their dedication and work to the YOSE (Youth Outdoor Science Education) project. The group began the program last January, giving low-income elementary school students the opportunity to learn about […]
Season preview: girls’ volleyball ready for a deep CIF run
Story by Noah KuhnStaff Writer Photo by Sophie YeungStaff Photographer Despite a disappointing first round defeat in the CIF playoffs last year, the girls’ volleyball team anticipates a great season. The Tigers, led by head coach Ivy Chew and new assistant coach Christopher Phanngam, are looking to improve from their 7-3 Rio Hondo League record […]
Season preview: football set for a rebuilding season
Story by Cloe MaurerStaff Writer Photo by Tony ChenContributor The 2018-19 season was yet another disappointing one for South Pas. Shorthanded and hampered by injuries, the struggling squad missed CIF for the fourth consecutive year. But the Tigers remain optimistic, treating the upcoming season as an opportunity to build a stronger program. This year, the […]
SPHS welcomes new computer science teacher Jared Guiou
Story by Sofia AlvaStaff Writer SPUSD announced that Mr. Jared Guiou will begin teaching Math 2+, Math 3+, and AP Computer Science Wednesday, August 15. Guiou will be teaching alongside current computer science teacher Garrett Shorr for the coming 2019-2020 year. Guiou grew up in Chino Hills and was named a National Merit Scholar before attending […]
Owen Imasaki: A force to be reckoned with
Story by Haelee KimStaff Writer Photo by Tony ChenContributor “ biharboard12thresult2019.com “ Sophomore Owen Imasaki has established himself as one of the varsity boys’ water polo stars in only one year. A physical powerhouse, he is an intelligent player with a knack for scoring goals. However, this dominant and confident athlete was nowhere to be […]
Dark Humor and the Trivialization of Mental Health
Story by Lilian ZhuStaff Writer Illustration by David SohnStaff Illustrator Joking about suicide and depression has become the norm, whether it’s through social media or day-to-day conversations. Teens might hear their friends say, out of stress, “If I don’t get an A, I’m jumping off a building.” And they will most certainly hear the phrase, “I’m […]
SPEF’s dance camp takes first steps in expanding SPHS’ dance program
Story by Haelee KimStaff Writer Photo Courtesy of SPHS Dance ProgramContributor The SPHS dance program hosted the South Pasadena Educational Foundation’s (SPEF) annual dance camp from July 29 through Aug. 2, a week-long course designed to showcase previews of different dance styles to participants in South Pasadena’s middle and elementary schools. SPEF first implemented the program to broaden […]
‘The Lion King’ remake is unnecessary, unoriginal, and uninspired
Story by Audrey ErnstStaff Writer Illustration by Nicholas FormanStaff Illustrator Disney introduced The Lion King in late July as its most recent remake, but the film did not live up to past remakes on classic Disney stories. The film lacked the heart and imagination of the original, and came off as a money grab for Disney instead […]
LGBTQ+ Education Belongs in Schools
Story by Amber ChenStaff Writer Illustration by Alicia ZhangStaff Illustrator During a school board meeting on June 11, parents voiced concerns over LGBTQ+ curriculum, including books with LGBTQ+ characters and themes, being taught in South Pasadena Elementary Schools. Over the past decade, California has passed laws in an attempt to prevent discrimination and create an inclusive environment […]