By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer Photos by Stephanie Kim With home advantage on the Tigers’ side, the boys’ water polo team defeated school rival Temple City, 13-10 in South Pasadena’s league opener. Right from the start the Tigers came out swinging with South Pas striking first from junior Benjamin Schroeder pulling one point from a dash […]
By Noah Miyamae Staff Writer Photos by Thomas Forman The girls’ varsity tennis team was unsuccessful against a surging San Marino Titans squad on Tuesday, October 6, at home by a score of 1-17. Historically, San Marino has been a tough opponent and today was no exception. Sophomore team captain Molly Round fell by a score […]
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer Junior golfer Caitlyn Yamashita has consistently proven her importance to the girls’ varsity golf team. Yamashita, who grew up in South Pasadena, said her parents’ support helped her advance in her golfing career and personal life. Yamashita has been an integral […]
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Cole Cahill Staff Writer There is a sign that reads “Lawn and gardens maintained exclusively with grey water” in front of a house on Oxley Street here in South Pasadena. It advertises a number to call for questions and concerns regarding gray water. On the […]
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Nick Michael & Noah Miyame Tiger Staff 3/5 Stars M. Night Shyamalan has had one of the most varied careers of any notable director today. From classics such as The Sixth Sense to disaster films like After Earth, he’s been credited with it all. His […]
This article is from Tiger Newspaper’s September 2015 issue By Olivia Nouriani Opinion Editor The first time I learned about sex in school was in the seventh grade. Most students within SPUSD share a similar experience. My Life Science teacher was well-meaning. She emphasized open dialogue and the value of knowledge. There are key concepts, […]
By Sammy Park Staff Writer It is hard to picture the quiet Addison Foord acting in front of crowds. But as soon as he steps onstage, the reserved freshman transforms into an animated, enthusiastic character, with dramatic facial expressions and rhythmic dance moves. Since his debut in the fifth grade musical Guys and Dolls, Foord […]
By Sandra Moore Staff Writer This Friday marks Native American Day, a holiday exclusive to California and North Dakota.Yet this date does little to honor many tribes, including the Hahamongna Native Americans, the tribe that once inhabited the lands of Pasadena and Glendale before the San Gabriel Mission was built. The Hahamongna Native Americans (pronounced: […]
Tiger’s awesome adventures in the greater los angeles area By Brandon Yung Staff Writer It was in the middle of a bike ride through downtown LA when I first encountered the mural on Indian Alley. The unmistakable style of the legendary street artist Shepard Fairey immediately grabbed my attention. The picture was massive, an image […]
By Vaughn Hueslman Staff Writer When you first take a glimpse of junior Chira Løvvik, her blond hair, striking blue eyes, fair skin, and short stature clue into her identity as native Norwegian. But behind her distinctive looks and soft accent, she masks her tremendous musical talent. Chira began her musical journey at seven, when […]
By Declan Chin Staff Writer The Outdoor Science School trip for fifth grade classes has been a source of lasting memories for the entire South Pasadena School District. Now, 14 seniors have the chance to pay it forward and return as counselors to Monterey Hills Elementary School’s OSS trip next week. Teachers, counselors, and students […]
By Isabel Barbera and Olivia Chiu Tiger Staff Photos by Hana Tyszka Boys and girls’ cross country pitted itself against teams from across Southern California today at the annual Staub Barnes Invitational. Both varsity and non-varsity competed seeing as the team recently found out its yearly varsity-only trip to Clovis Invitational near Fresno was cancelled. […]
By Ryan Nakamura Staff Writer Photos by Tucker Judkins The South Pasadena football team proved they’re prepared for Rio Hondo League season by clinching a 35-13 victory over Beverly Hills. The win solidified the Tigers’ undefeated preseason record, which they hope to carry over to league season. Considering the 35 points scored, the Tigers had […]
By Nick Michael Assoc. News Editor Photo by Stephanie Kim The varsity boys’ water polo team picked up a win in their last game of non-league play, beating the El Rancho Dons by a score of 15-8. For the second game in a row, the Tigers got off on the wrong foot, as El Rancho […]
By Noah Miyamae Staff Writer Photos by Brian Kojima The girls’ varsity tennis team narrowly outplayed the Temple City Rams on the road by a score of 4-2 after tie breakers on Thursday, October 1. With this win, the team has evened out its Rio Hondo League record to 1-1 and and improved to an […]
By Riley Segal Staff Writer Photos by Matthew Scholtz The girls’ volleyball team swept Temple City in three sets on Thursday, October 1, on the road by scores of 25-13, 25-10, and 25-16 in the Tigers’ Rio Hondo League opener. The Rams were no match for the Tigers’ powerful hits, which were constant throughout the […]
