Photos by Tucker Judkins Contributing photographer In its opening game, boys’ basketball was defeated 72-57 by Mark Keppel on Friday, November 24, in a valiant effort. Talented seniors took command of the offense, firing numerous shots from deep. Unfortunately, this couldn’t compensate for the Aztecs’ dominant attack, which tallied 72 points: the Tigers allowed more […]
Chinese martial arts demonstration enriches SPHS foreign language program
Written by Luke Quezada Staff Writer Photo by Luke Quezada Staff Writer Chinese students enjoyed an elaborate martial arts demonstration Thursday, November 16th in the Counseling Center. Teacher Melissa Cheng implemented the program as a new way to expose students to Chinese culture. Shaolin Kung Fu Master Sal Redner and Tai Chi Master Natasha Wang presented a […]
Cross country runs in Southern Section Finals
Photos by Helena Fu Staff photographer The South Pas cross country teams brought this year’s season to a close at the Southern Section Finals on Saturday, November 18, at the Riverside City XC course. Despite great efforts on both ends, the teams were unable to qualify for state, the boys’ team narrowly missing qualification by […]
Academic Decathlon prevails, setting fourth county record
Written by Luke Quezada Staff Writer Photo courtesy of Oliver Valcorza The SPHS Academic Decathlon team dominated contesters in the first round of competition at the county level Saturday, November 11. The team beat its own record its fourth year in a row, setting the highest point total in Los Angeles County’s 39-year history. The team […]
Bill Hearing Night showcases SPASM’s Youth & Government program
Written by Alex Betts Associate Sports Editor SPHS students gathered together at Bill Hearing Night on Thursday, November 16, where they delivered speeches on bills they had created and discussed in previous weekly meetings. The event, hosted by the South Pasadena San Marino (SPASM) delegation of Youth & Government (Y&G), was held at Oneonta Congregational […]
After “dehumanizing” conditions and rent increases, SP tenants approach city council
Written by Dominic Marziali and Peter Wang Staff Writer, Associate Opinion Editor Photo by Brandon Yung Online Managing Editor The tenants of 265 Monterey Road currently face substantial rent increases and safety concerns. Despite repeated complaints to the building’s management, the Housing Rights Center, and the South Pasadena City Council, they have yet to see […]
Tiger Talks highlights gun control clash in second debate
Written by Alex Betts Associate Sports Editor Photo by Isaac Marziali Videographer Political passion converged in the SAC room Friday, November 17, for Tiger Talks’ gun control-themed debate. The campus organization focused on the paramount topic in light of national news surrounding Sandy Hook, Sutherland Springs, and most recently, Las Vegas. Freshman Quentin Holmes opted for […]
STEM building construction displaces tennis team
Written by Noah Parker Associate Feature Editor Photo by Luke Quezada Staff Photographer Citizens of South Pasadena turned out to discuss plans for the new SPHS STEM science/math building and future sports complex during the monthly school board meeting Tuesday, November 14. The construction of the new building, including the demolition of the northern tennis courts, began […]
In the news this week, November 13 – 19
In the news for the week of November 13th-19th. Graphic by Finley Mullen Staff Illustrator
In a hardfought battle, boys’ water polo falls to Redondo Union in CIF Semifinals
Photo by Thomas Forman Photography Editor Despite a strong effort in the first period, boys’ water polo fell to Redondo Union 8-6 in Division IV CIF semifinals on Wednesday, November 8. Defined by its physicality and invigorating energy, the final game of the season marks the end of a tremendous run for the Tigers, as […]
In the news this week, November 6 – 12
In the news for the week of November 6th-12th. Make sure to check out more Tiger coverage in our November issue later this week Graphic by Finley Mullen Staff Illustrator
An assembly, picnic, dance, and football game span a high school tradition, ‘Homecoming Day’
Written by Dominic Marziali Staff Writer Photos by Brandon Yung, Isaac Marziali and Helena Fu Online Managing Editor, Staff Videographer, Staff Photographer Students at South Pasadena High School came together to support clubs and show their school spirit on Friday, November 3. A week of dress-up days and spirit activities coordinated by ASB led to a palpable […]
Football defeated by San Marino on homecoming
Photos by Luke Quezada Staff Photographer The SPHS football team wasn’t to qualify for CIF on Saturday night, losing 55-14 to San Marino in its final game. The rival Titans were dominant from the start, scoring on every one of their first half possessions. The Tigers were unable to get any offensive rhythm early in […]
South Pasadena unanimously adopts plan to raise citywide water rates
Written by Peter Wang Associate Opinion Editor Photos by Helena Fu Staff Photographer The South Pasadena City Council approved increases to the cost of water service at a meeting on Wednesday, November 1st. The initial rate changes will take effect on January 1st, 2018. Additionally, most residents will see a decrease in their sewer rates […]
Boys’ water polo advances to the CIF quarterfinals after knocking off Montebello
Photos by Thomas Forman Photo Editor Boys’ water polo outplayed Montebello in the second round of CIF, defeating the Oilers by a score of 10-7 on Thursday, November 2. After a slow start, the squad’s high-octane offense kicked into gear and the defense showed why it allowed the fewest goals of any Rio Hondo League […]
Boys’ water polo dominates in the first round of CIF against Martin Luther King High School
Photos by Thomas Forman Photo Editor In the first round of Division IV CIF, boys’ water polo routed Martin Luther King 16-8 on Tuesday, October 3. The Tigers displayed an excellent defense, stealing the ball and forcing turnovers on the vast majority of Wolves’ possessions. The squad also demonstrated its offensive dominance early on, and […]