By Isabel Barbera Assoc. Opinion Editor Photo by Thomas Forman South Pasadena cross country coach Joe Soto can often be heard reciting his signature motto: “Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard.” While runners may roll their eyes at this repetitive lesson, it does in fact hold some truth. For the past two […]
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Jung Su Park Sports Editor The most important aspect of going through a disheartening experience is gaining valuable lessons that enable the use of the challenge as a stepping stone to reach something greater. Victorious with a dominating score of 21-3 in the Rio Hondo League […]
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Riley Segal Staff Writer Photo by Matt Scholtz The girls’ volleyball team beat the La Salle Lancers on the road in three sets yesterday, with scores of 25-22, 25-23, and 25-16. The Lancers, a Division 1AA team, provided a challenge to South Pas, but the Tigers came out on top. […]
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 […]
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Nick Michael Staff Writer Photo by Stephanie Kim The varsity boys’ water polo team played five games in two days over the weekend in the Los Altos Water Polo Tournament. The boys won three of the five, and finished in sixth place out of the 32 teams that entered the tournament. […]
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Isabel Barbera Staff Writer Photo by Hana Tyska Boys and girls’ cross country kicked off its season on Friday, September 18 with a successful first race at the Woodbridge Invitational in Orange County Great Park. There, the boys took 5th out of 22 in their divison, and the girls took […]
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Kevin Park Staff Writer Photo by Tucker Judkins After leaving with an effortless win last Tuesday against the Azusa Aztecs, girls’ golf capped its fourth straight win this Tuesday with a victory against the Alhambra Moors. The Tigers’ record now stands at 4-0 overall and […]
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer Photo by Tucker Judkins The football team is confident in finishing its preseason undefeated, as the Tigers currently stand at a record of 3-0 after Friday’s 51-21 win against the Glendale Nitros. Everything went as planned for the Tigers on Friday, […]
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Noah Miyamae Staff Writer Photo by Brian Kojima The varsity girls’ tennis team has exceeded expectations throughout preseason play. Most recently, the girls were victorious at Schurr High School, topping the Spartans on Tuesday, September 22, by a score of 14-4. This game provides an […]
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Alex Nakagawa Online Managing Editor Photo by Tucker Judkins Senior Michael Partida’s father introduced Michael to the sport of football at the age of four. However, basketball was surprisingly Partida’s favorite sport throughout his childhood. Even so, Partida’s natural ability to throw the football growing […]
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 […]
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 […]
By Kevin Park Staff Writer Photo by Tucker Judkins The South Pasadena varsity girls’ golf team has won four straight with a successful 201-246 victory at home against the Alhambra Moors on Thursday, October 8. With Thursday’s win, the squad has swept the season series against the Moors while increasing its overall record to 7-1 […]
By Noah Miyamae Assoc. Sports Editor Photos by Thomas Forman The girls’ varsity tennis team defeated Monrovia at home in blowout fashion by a score of 18-0 on Thursday, October 8. This grand performance gives the Tigers a 2-2 record in Rio Hondo League play and 8-2-1 overall. It was apparent from the first set […]
By Nick Michael Assoc. News Editor Photos by Stephanie Kim The boys’ varsity water polo team strongly outperformed the Monrovia Wildcats at home on Thursday, October 8, winning by a score of 18-6. Coming into the game, the Tigers knew that Monrovia was a weak opponent. The Wildcats failed to win a single game in […]
By Riley Segal Staff Writer Photos by Matt Scholtz The girls’ volleyball team squared off against rival San Marino High School at home on Tuesday, October 6, in their second league matchup, beating the Titans in four sets with scores 25-18, 18-25, 25-19, and 25-19. The Tigers’ league record stands at 2-0, while their overall […]
