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Sophomore Lauren Song performs as Clara in Los Gatos Ballet’s production of “The Nutcracker.”
Dancers perform in ‘The Nutcracker’ with the Los Gatos Ballet
December 18, 2024
Casavant’s frequent drop-ins on water polo games and practices brought energy to the team.
In supporting student athletes, staff members make important connections
December 15, 2024
Students dance to the music in the moshpit on Dec. 7.
Winter Formal at Gilroy Gardens garners positive feedback
December 14, 2024
Many seniors feel frustrated with the lack of a consistent counselor.
Students last names A-F have faced struggles with guidance counselor turnovers in past two years
December 13, 2024
In recent years, an increasing number of students have applied early to college.
Class of ’25 sees an increased number of early college applicants
December 13, 2024
Playing Grace Fryer and Tom Kreider respectively, senior Kat Aldrete and junior Larry O’Brien star in the SHS ‘Radium Girls’ fall play.
Senior Kat Aldrete shines as lead role in ‘Radium Girls’
December 14, 2024
A perfect sparkly Christmas decoration to get you in the festive mood.
Top 10: Christmas Decorations
December 13, 2024
There are various ways to approach studying math competitions such as the AMC.
Students prepare for math competitions with various methods and mediums
December 13, 2024
AP Physics teachers Tom Casavant and Matthew Welander discuss a change in their upcoming lesson plans.
Class-alike teachers collaborate to improve and standardize student experiences
December 13, 2024
The result of the poll conducted by our Falcon Instagram account.
What songs top the charts for all-time favorite holiday music?
December 13, 2024
The boys basketball team poses after their game with American High School on Dec. 7.
Boys’ basketball secures second place at James Lick Invitational despite key injuries
December 14, 2024
Free throw attempt from the team's recent scrimmage against Wilcox on Dec. 7.
Freshman basketball team brought back for the first time since COVID
December 13, 2024
Senior Daniel Jadali shooting a freethrow
For Falcon players, basketball is a year-round commitment
December 13, 2024
Falcons look to defend Notre Dame’s free kick during home game on Dec. 10.
Girls’ soccer defeats Notre Dame Knights 3-2, still undefeated in pre-season
December 13, 2024
49ers’ head coach and former SHS student, Kyle Shanahan, sits in grief after the team suffered a rough 24-23 loss to the Cardinals on Oct. 6.
49ers hobble through losing season
December 12, 2024
The logo of the Better Canvas extension for students to download.
100-word rave: “Better Canvas” is just better
December 13, 2024
Red lights are often run at the intersection of Highway 85 and Saratoga Avenue.
Saratoga drivers: Simmer down and use more caution, please
December 13, 2024
The use of social media allows controversial news to spread and grab the attention of more Americans than ever.
Social media fuels increasing polarization of American politics
December 13, 2024
The fast fashion industry really is Hell.
‘Brandy Hellville’ documentary reveals fast fashion as a devil in disguise
December 12, 2024
The many confusing aspects of Shakespeare make his works unappealing.
To read or not to read: My struggle with Shakespeare
December 7, 2024
A super cool pineapple
Top 10: Fruits
December 14, 2024
My perfect Christmas tree where these gifts go under.
Top 10: Best Christmas Gifts
December 13, 2024
I contemplate between two different Owala FreeSip colors at Target.
My journey to find the perfect water bottle ends with Owala
December 13, 2024
Christmas music is fine no matter what season you’re in.
Christmas music can be played, shamelessly, any time of the year
December 13, 2024
The perfect place to be during Christmas.
Christmas is just horrible without snow
December 13, 2024

The Saratoga Falcon

The Saratoga Falcon
Bill Huang

Bill Huang, Sports Editor

All content by Bill Huang
Recap of fall sports.

Fall Sports Recap: Toga teams fight hard to the end

Bill Huang
November 16, 2024
Mascots and volunteers cheering runners on as they cross the finish line.

Saratoga 5K Fun Run: a blend of community and competition

Bill Huang and Derek Liang
November 13, 2024
Huan records shots for his short form content.

Sophomore photographer’s video edits for football team gain traction on social media

Bill Huang and Debesh Das Sharma
October 23, 2024
I say my line during my annual spring program.

From private school to public school, the benefits and downsides I experienced

Bill Huang
September 15, 2024
Women Paralympic athletes run in the 2016 Rio Olympics.

Is the official Paralympic social media team using their athletes for clout?

Bill Huang
September 7, 2024
The crowd collects for the 2024 Democratic National Convention.

Senior works at the Democratic National Convention as a member of the digital team

Bill Huang and Sanyukta Ravishankar
August 31, 2024
Beach volleyball is a great way to exercise and have fun with your friends.

Discovering our new favorite summer pastime, beach volleyball

Bill Huang and Andy Zhu
August 24, 2024
Sophomore Kelsey Zhang swims the 100-yard Fly at CCS on May 2. 

Star swimmer’s disqualification in 200 IM race puts stirs controversy at CCS

Richard Fan, Agastya Vitaldevara, Ruiyan Zhu, and Bill Huang
May 21, 2024
Leo Shetler rows at a competition in Boston.

Sports: 2023-2024 notable athlete achievements

Richard Fan, Bill Huang, and Grace Lin
May 21, 2024
Sports Drinks

Top 10 sports drinks

Bill Huang
May 20, 2024
Senior setters Kali Duvvuri sets the ball as junior middle Ryan Backhus approaches to hit on May 6 against Summit Shasta.

Boys’ volleyball wraps up season with league win and advances to CCS quarterfinals

Bill Huang and Bryan Zhao
May 19, 2024
Falcons huddle before the game to talk about strategies.

Boys’ volleyball defeats Los Altos, holding on to top spot in El Camino

Bill Huang and Bryan Zhao
April 30, 2024
Sophomore Esha Verma snaps the football back as sophomore Samantha Timmons rushes forward.

Amidst delays, sophomores maintain winning streak in annual Falcon Puff Games

Bill Huang and Bryan Zhao
April 22, 2024
Middle Blocker senior Eric Norris prepares to receive a spike against Los Altos on March 13.

Volleyball team starts season with winning preseason record

Bill Huang and Bryan Zhao
March 15, 2024
P.E. classes combined with sports will overwork our already busy student-athletes.

Staff editorial: The unintended (and unfortunate) consequences P.E. policy change on sports and athletes

Bill Huang
March 15, 2024
The addicting factors of social media affects millions of teens in America.

Please, take a break from social media

Bill Huang
March 11, 2024
Driving with my fastest car, the Alfa Romeo in Forza Horizon 4.

Racing with a controller

Bill Huang
March 7, 2024
Kyrie 3 Mac and Cheese

Different shoe, different feel

Bill Huang
February 9, 2024
Senior Bryan Wang brings up the ball against Monta Vista during a match on January 16.

Boys’ basketball: Wang’s buzzer-beating basket caps thrilling win over Monta Vista

Bill Huang and Bryan Zhao
January 30, 2024
Rector prepares to drive home after a long day teaching.

Rector’s proximity to school crafts strong bonds with students and staff

Bill Huang
January 25, 2024
Freshman Class President Sina Mohtaj-Khorassani helps set up for the night rally.

Rally Commission aims to inspire more active engagement

Bill Huang and Bryan Zhao
January 25, 2024
The logo for Pandorax’s online website.

Student uses biology knowledge to help startup company dedicated to Olympiad mastery

Bill Huang
December 16, 2023
Sophomore Nathan Liu goes for a layup as both junior Daniel Jadali and senior Bryan Wang tail after him during practice.

Boys’ basketball team forged team chemistry in sweltering summer practices

Bill Huang and Bryan Zhao
November 16, 2023

When temps climb, buzzing bugs invade and pester

Bill Huang
November 7, 2023
Damian Lillard arrives in Milwaukee at the Bucks welcome rally holding his two sons surrounded by fans.

Face the facts: The reloaded Milwaukee Bucks are winning it all

Bill Huang
November 3, 2023
Coach busy dishing out lessons on and off the court

Coach busy dishing out lessons on and off the court

Bill Huang and Bryan Zhao
September 29, 2023
The sun set in the sky at XiAn.

Visiting China: same person, a completely different experience

Bill Huang
September 29, 2023
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