Story by Matthew TsaiSports Editor Illustration by Alicia ZhangStaff Illustrator Everyone has recently lept onto the girls volleyball bandwagon, but I’ll confess: as a basketball player, I’ve always hated volleyball. The girls hoard the gym in the fall, pushing my team into the sweltering heat for conditioning and exhausting city runs. Then, once we enter […]
Story by Amber ChenStaff Writer Photo by Preston SharkeyEditor in Chief Cole Fox has a powerful presence on campus; she draws people in with her compelling poise and calm composure, speaking in a focused, captivating, and articulate manner. The ambitious senior’s involvement reaches all aspects of the South Pasadena community and beyond, earning much award […]
Story by Haelee Kim Associate Opinion Editor Photo by Oscar Walsh Photo Editor South Pasadena’s Rose Parade float “Victory at Last” received its second, consecutive Mayor Award, Wednesday morning on Jan. 1. Connecting to the 2020 Rose Parade’s official theme “The Power of Hope,” the South Pasadena Tournament of Roses (SPTOR) commemorated the 100th anniversary of […]
Story by Haelee KimAssociate Opinion Editor Photo by Katelyn HernandezStaff Photographer The boys and girls varsity wrestling team competed in a preseason tournament at Upland High School from Thursday to Saturday, Dec. 26-28. Juniors Roxanne Lynch and Devin Peries both reached the podium. Lynch (131) took home second place in her weight class while Peries […]
Story by Cloe MaurerAssociate Feature Editor Photo by Jayden EdenStaff Photographer Boys basketball faced stiff competition in its final tournament before league, finishing 1-2 on the weekend of Saturday, Dec. 28. South Pas now stands at 10-2 on the season. The Tigers had a rough start, kicking the tournament with their first loss of the […]
Story by Nicolas LiuCo-Opinion Editor Illustration by Nicholas FormanStaff Illustrator Adopting a plethora of resolutions that promise physical and psychological advancement with the arrival of a new calendar year is a commonality during the final months of the year and holiday season. However, the popularity of this practice is often overshadowed by its frequent failure; one source […]
Story by Amber Chen, Noah Kuhn, & Cloe MaurerStaff Writers Photos courtesy of Patch, Tiger Archives, The LA Times, & The Pasadena Beautiful Foundation South Pasadena has witnessed a decade of immense movement, unrest, and change. Despite being a small town, South Pas has experienced death, celebration, and activism. As the 2010s come to a […]
Story by Kimberly HsuehStaff Writer Photo by Jayden EdenStaff Photographer Basketball shoes squeaked, echoing throughout the gym. As the clock ticked towards zero, a nervous wave washed over the gym and head coach Ernest Baskerville. Then, the ball swished through the hoop. The crowd erupted in cheers and the Los Angeles Center for Enriched Studies […]
Story by Caroline KimbelPrint Managing Editor Illustration by David SohnStaff Illustrator High school alcohol education, similar to sex-ed, preaches that abstinence is the best way to prevent danger. Classes often utilize scare tactics and demonize alcohol in an attempt to convince teenagers that they should never drink. The reality is, however, that most teenagers will be exposed […]
Story by Sofia Alva & Zoe SchlaakStaff Writers Photos by Oscar WalshPhoto Editor In the fast gentrifying L.A. suburb, Highland Park, one shop off of York Boulevard chooses to remain firmly rooted in the past. Attracted by its reputation for diverse soda flavors, we went to explore the 122-year-old, family owned, Galco’s Soda Pop Stop, […]
Story by Noah KuhnAssociate News Editor Photo by Sean JinStaff Photographer Girls soccer split two games at the Hart Soccer Showcase on Thursday, Dec. 26. South Pas defeated Filmore, 1-0, but fell to Hart, 4-0. The Tigers were scheduled to play Friday, but forfeited due to a lack of players. Senior star Andrea Castellanos, who […]
Story by Noah KuhnStaff Writer Illustration by David SohnStaff Illustrator 2/5 stars The sequel to the inspiring and heart-warming Frozen released in theaters on Nov. 22, after six long-awaited years. Disney’s Frozen Ⅱ features Anna and Elsa’s quest to restore peace between the four nature spirits within the fabled Enchanted Forest. However, an overly complex […]
Story by Noah Kuhn Associate News Editor Photo courtesy of the Office of Assemblymember Chris Holden Contributor Several SPHS students were selected to be part of the Young Legislators Program organized by California Assemblymember Chris Holden. Seniors Hanwul Choi, Raquel Moreno Ramirez, and Simon Pierce will meet with Holden and about 15 other seniors from neighboring […]
Story by Noah KuhnStaff Writer Photo by Oscar WalshPhoto Editor Thomas Kano uses his passion for filmmaking to express his committed and genuine nature. Dedicated to his craft, he will often spend countless hours quietly writing and editing his films to craft cinematic wonders. Kano holds himself to a standard of responsibility to do his […]
Story by Haelee KimStaff Writer lepsoc2014.com Photos by Katelyn HernandezStaff Photographer It is hard to imagine traveling for more than a couple of miles just to pick up a box of a dozen donuts, no matter how good they are. However, The Donut Man deserves this hype, reining customers into its nondescript yet quaint storefront […]
One would think that schools would prioritize access to mental health services in a climate of seemingly everyday school shootings and ever increasing adolescent suicide rates. However, it is quite the opposite. According to Mental Health America, only about one in five kids in need of mental health services receive them. SPHS’ alarming lack of […]
