My damp and unpleasant experience: swimming under the pouring rain February 15, 2024 — by Kevin Yang In theory, swimming in rainy weather should be the same as swimming under clear skies. You’re wet either way, so the rain shouldn’t make a difference, right? Wrong. In my freshman year, I learned this truth the hard way. It was during a swim meet against Homestead — my third time ever participating in a […] read more » Lack of deep roster hurts girls’ soccer’s performance in upper division February 14, 2024 — by Anika Kapasi When the girls’ soccer team led 2-0 during their Jan. 23 home against Santa Clara, it was an unfamiliar feeling: It was the first time in four games that the Falcons had been ahead. But it didn’t last. They were punished when they made three unfavorable mistakes in open play, going down 3-2 with 15 […] read more » Multisport athletes draw on past experiences for an improved wrestling season February 14, 2024 — by William Cao and Nikhil Mathihalli Seven wrestlers on the wrestling team competed against 30 teams at Wilcox High on Feb. 2-3 for the Santa Clara Valley Athletic League (SCVAL) Finals. JV boys and girls competed on Feb. 2, while varsity boys hit the mat on Feb. 3. Many were hoping for a bid to CCS: The top seven contenders in […] read more » Boys’ soccer pushes to improve amid underwhelming season February 14, 2024 — by Derek Liang After stealing possession of the ball in the backfield, senior striker Jeremy Krainin ran downfield with the ball, passing far up behind multiple of Milpitas’s defenders. Junior midfielder Aidan Smith sprinted upfield and received the ball, laying it off for sophomore right winger Akash Gupta right behind him, who took a difficult shot at the […] read more » Electric senior night caps off final home game before CCS February 13, 2024 — by Neal Malhotra With 20 seconds left in overtime, boys’ basketball head coach Mike Davey tapped his head, signaling to senior guard Bryan Wang to execute an isolation play. Wang then drove to the top of the key and sank a jump shot to put the Falcons up 50-47. After a foul by Monta Vista, Wang made one […] read more » Girls’ basketball seniors reflect on underwhelming season, leave team in hands of promising underclassmen February 10, 2024 — by Emma Fung Senior captain Zineerah Ahmed swiftly dribbled the ball across the basketball court during a game against Milpitas on Feb. 7. The crowd and coach Manny Steffens cheered as she successfully scored a shot. However, the Falcons’ high from this basket did not last; the team ultimately lost 34-22. The team held a 2-8 record as […] read more » Different shoe, different feel February 9, 2024 — by Bill Huang On Dec. 15, Nike released the reverse Kobe Grinches, bright red color shoes sponsored by the late Kobe Bryant, which sell for over $300. Despite this outrageous price, many elite basketball players are still buying them for their decorative look and cushiony feel. Basketball shoes like the Kobe Grinches are a crucial factor in a […] read more » Cheer team ends its season with CCS win, qualification for nationals in Las Vegas February 8, 2024 — by Derek Liang Shaking off their pre-performance nerves, the 11 members of the school’s cheer team rushed onto the main stage of this year’s CCS competition, held at Independence High School on Jan. 20. Two minutes into their nearly 3-minute routine, the team pulled off the pyramid, one of their most challenging stunts: Every member contributed to lifting […] read more » Poor officiating casts a shadow on the fairness of competitive sports February 8, 2024 — by Jeremy Si In the midst of an exciting last set during a single-elimination match of the 2023 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior National Volleyball tournament in July, the outside hitter on my team (Mountain View Volleyball Club 15 Red) appeared to hit the ball out of bounds. My teammates and I thought we lost the match 14-13. […] read more » Making the most of limited practice time, dance team soars through competition season with a positive outlook February 8, 2024 — by Shirina Cao and Jessica Li Whispering words of encouragement to each other and exchanging quick nods, the 14-member dance team reviewed their choreography and completed last-minute preparations for their first jazz routine at Valley Christian on Jan. 20 before heading out to the large gym to perform. The air was thick with a blend of adrenaline and nerves, intensifying as […] read more » previous12345...1020304050...nextlast
Lack of deep roster hurts girls’ soccer’s performance in upper division February 14, 2024 — by Anika Kapasi When the girls’ soccer team led 2-0 during their Jan. 23 home against Santa Clara, it was an unfamiliar feeling: It was the first time in four games that the Falcons had been ahead. But it didn’t last. They were punished when they made three unfavorable mistakes in open play, going down 3-2 with 15 […] read more » Multisport athletes draw on past experiences for an improved wrestling season February 14, 2024 — by William Cao and Nikhil Mathihalli Seven wrestlers on the wrestling team competed against 30 teams at Wilcox High on Feb. 2-3 for the Santa Clara Valley Athletic League (SCVAL) Finals. JV boys and girls competed on Feb. 2, while varsity boys hit the mat on Feb. 3. Many were hoping for a bid to CCS: The top seven contenders in […] read more » Boys’ soccer pushes to improve amid underwhelming season February 14, 2024 — by Derek Liang After stealing possession of the ball in the backfield, senior striker Jeremy Krainin ran downfield with the ball, passing far up behind multiple of Milpitas’s defenders. Junior midfielder Aidan Smith sprinted upfield and received the ball, laying it off for sophomore right winger Akash Gupta right behind him, who took a difficult shot at the […] read more » Electric senior night caps off final home game before CCS February 13, 2024 — by Neal Malhotra With 20 seconds left in overtime, boys’ basketball head coach Mike Davey tapped his head, signaling to senior guard Bryan Wang to execute an isolation play. Wang then drove to the top of the key and sank a jump shot to put the Falcons up 50-47. After a foul by Monta Vista, Wang made one […] read more » Girls’ basketball seniors reflect on underwhelming season, leave team in hands of promising underclassmen February 10, 2024 — by Emma Fung Senior captain Zineerah Ahmed swiftly dribbled the ball across the basketball court during a game against Milpitas on Feb. 7. The crowd and coach Manny Steffens cheered as she successfully scored a shot. However, the Falcons’ high from this basket did not last; the team ultimately lost 34-22. The team held a 2-8 record as […] read more » Different shoe, different feel February 9, 2024 — by Bill Huang On Dec. 15, Nike released the reverse Kobe Grinches, bright red color shoes sponsored by the late Kobe Bryant, which sell for over $300. Despite this outrageous price, many elite basketball players are still buying them for their decorative look and cushiony feel. Basketball shoes like the Kobe Grinches are a crucial factor in a […] read more » Cheer team ends its season with CCS win, qualification for nationals in Las Vegas February 8, 2024 — by Derek Liang Shaking off their pre-performance nerves, the 11 members of the school’s cheer team rushed onto the main stage of this year’s CCS competition, held at Independence High School on Jan. 20. Two minutes into their nearly 3-minute routine, the team pulled off the pyramid, one of their most challenging stunts: Every member contributed to lifting […] read more » Poor officiating casts a shadow on the fairness of competitive sports February 8, 2024 — by Jeremy Si In the midst of an exciting last set during a single-elimination match of the 2023 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior National Volleyball tournament in July, the outside hitter on my team (Mountain View Volleyball Club 15 Red) appeared to hit the ball out of bounds. My teammates and I thought we lost the match 14-13. […] read more » Making the most of limited practice time, dance team soars through competition season with a positive outlook February 8, 2024 — by Shirina Cao and Jessica Li Whispering words of encouragement to each other and exchanging quick nods, the 14-member dance team reviewed their choreography and completed last-minute preparations for their first jazz routine at Valley Christian on Jan. 20 before heading out to the large gym to perform. The air was thick with a blend of adrenaline and nerves, intensifying as […] read more » previous12345...1020304050...nextlast
Multisport athletes draw on past experiences for an improved wrestling season February 14, 2024 — by William Cao and Nikhil Mathihalli Seven wrestlers on the wrestling team competed against 30 teams at Wilcox High on Feb. 2-3 for the Santa Clara Valley Athletic League (SCVAL) Finals. JV boys and girls competed on Feb. 2, while varsity boys hit the mat on Feb. 3. Many were hoping for a bid to CCS: The top seven contenders in […] read more » Boys’ soccer pushes to improve amid underwhelming season February 14, 2024 — by Derek Liang After stealing possession of the ball in the backfield, senior striker Jeremy Krainin ran downfield with the ball, passing far up behind multiple of Milpitas’s defenders. Junior midfielder Aidan Smith sprinted upfield and received the ball, laying it off for sophomore right winger Akash Gupta right behind him, who took a difficult shot at the […] read more » Electric senior night caps off final home game before CCS February 13, 2024 — by Neal Malhotra With 20 seconds left in overtime, boys’ basketball head coach Mike Davey tapped his head, signaling to senior guard Bryan Wang to execute an isolation play. Wang then drove to the top of the key and sank a jump shot to put the Falcons up 50-47. After a foul by Monta Vista, Wang made one […] read more » Girls’ basketball seniors reflect on underwhelming season, leave team in hands of promising underclassmen February 10, 2024 — by Emma Fung Senior captain Zineerah Ahmed swiftly dribbled the ball across the basketball court during a game against Milpitas on Feb. 7. The crowd and coach Manny Steffens cheered as she successfully scored a shot. However, the Falcons’ high from this basket did not last; the team ultimately lost 34-22. The team held a 2-8 record as […] read more » Different shoe, different feel February 9, 2024 — by Bill Huang On Dec. 15, Nike released the reverse Kobe Grinches, bright red color shoes sponsored by the late Kobe Bryant, which sell for over $300. Despite this outrageous price, many elite basketball players are still buying them for their decorative look and cushiony feel. Basketball shoes like the Kobe Grinches are a crucial factor in a […] read more » Cheer team ends its season with CCS win, qualification for nationals in Las Vegas February 8, 2024 — by Derek Liang Shaking off their pre-performance nerves, the 11 members of the school’s cheer team rushed onto the main stage of this year’s CCS competition, held at Independence High School on Jan. 20. Two minutes into their nearly 3-minute routine, the team pulled off the pyramid, one of their most challenging stunts: Every member contributed to lifting […] read more » Poor officiating casts a shadow on the fairness of competitive sports February 8, 2024 — by Jeremy Si In the midst of an exciting last set during a single-elimination match of the 2023 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior National Volleyball tournament in July, the outside hitter on my team (Mountain View Volleyball Club 15 Red) appeared to hit the ball out of bounds. My teammates and I thought we lost the match 14-13. […] read more » Making the most of limited practice time, dance team soars through competition season with a positive outlook February 8, 2024 — by Shirina Cao and Jessica Li Whispering words of encouragement to each other and exchanging quick nods, the 14-member dance team reviewed their choreography and completed last-minute preparations for their first jazz routine at Valley Christian on Jan. 20 before heading out to the large gym to perform. The air was thick with a blend of adrenaline and nerves, intensifying as […] read more » previous12345...1020304050...nextlast
Boys’ soccer pushes to improve amid underwhelming season February 14, 2024 — by Derek Liang After stealing possession of the ball in the backfield, senior striker Jeremy Krainin ran downfield with the ball, passing far up behind multiple of Milpitas’s defenders. Junior midfielder Aidan Smith sprinted upfield and received the ball, laying it off for sophomore right winger Akash Gupta right behind him, who took a difficult shot at the […] read more » Electric senior night caps off final home game before CCS February 13, 2024 — by Neal Malhotra With 20 seconds left in overtime, boys’ basketball head coach Mike Davey tapped his head, signaling to senior guard Bryan Wang to execute an isolation play. Wang then drove to the top of the key and sank a jump shot to put the Falcons up 50-47. After a foul by Monta Vista, Wang made one […] read more » Girls’ basketball seniors reflect on underwhelming season, leave team in hands of promising underclassmen February 10, 2024 — by Emma Fung Senior captain Zineerah Ahmed swiftly dribbled the ball across the basketball court during a game against Milpitas on Feb. 7. The crowd and coach Manny Steffens cheered as she successfully scored a shot. However, the Falcons’ high from this basket did not last; the team ultimately lost 34-22. The team held a 2-8 record as […] read more » Different shoe, different feel February 9, 2024 — by Bill Huang On Dec. 15, Nike released the reverse Kobe Grinches, bright red color shoes sponsored by the late Kobe Bryant, which sell for over $300. Despite this outrageous price, many elite basketball players are still buying them for their decorative look and cushiony feel. Basketball shoes like the Kobe Grinches are a crucial factor in a […] read more » Cheer team ends its season with CCS win, qualification for nationals in Las Vegas February 8, 2024 — by Derek Liang Shaking off their pre-performance nerves, the 11 members of the school’s cheer team rushed onto the main stage of this year’s CCS competition, held at Independence High School on Jan. 20. Two minutes into their nearly 3-minute routine, the team pulled off the pyramid, one of their most challenging stunts: Every member contributed to lifting […] read more » Poor officiating casts a shadow on the fairness of competitive sports February 8, 2024 — by Jeremy Si In the midst of an exciting last set during a single-elimination match of the 2023 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior National Volleyball tournament in July, the outside hitter on my team (Mountain View Volleyball Club 15 Red) appeared to hit the ball out of bounds. My teammates and I thought we lost the match 14-13. […] read more » Making the most of limited practice time, dance team soars through competition season with a positive outlook February 8, 2024 — by Shirina Cao and Jessica Li Whispering words of encouragement to each other and exchanging quick nods, the 14-member dance team reviewed their choreography and completed last-minute preparations for their first jazz routine at Valley Christian on Jan. 20 before heading out to the large gym to perform. The air was thick with a blend of adrenaline and nerves, intensifying as […] read more » previous12345...1020304050...nextlast
Electric senior night caps off final home game before CCS February 13, 2024 — by Neal Malhotra With 20 seconds left in overtime, boys’ basketball head coach Mike Davey tapped his head, signaling to senior guard Bryan Wang to execute an isolation play. Wang then drove to the top of the key and sank a jump shot to put the Falcons up 50-47. After a foul by Monta Vista, Wang made one […] read more » Girls’ basketball seniors reflect on underwhelming season, leave team in hands of promising underclassmen February 10, 2024 — by Emma Fung Senior captain Zineerah Ahmed swiftly dribbled the ball across the basketball court during a game against Milpitas on Feb. 7. The crowd and coach Manny Steffens cheered as she successfully scored a shot. However, the Falcons’ high from this basket did not last; the team ultimately lost 34-22. The team held a 2-8 record as […] read more » Different shoe, different feel February 9, 2024 — by Bill Huang On Dec. 15, Nike released the reverse Kobe Grinches, bright red color shoes sponsored by the late Kobe Bryant, which sell for over $300. Despite this outrageous price, many elite basketball players are still buying them for their decorative look and cushiony feel. Basketball shoes like the Kobe Grinches are a crucial factor in a […] read more » Cheer team ends its season with CCS win, qualification for nationals in Las Vegas February 8, 2024 — by Derek Liang Shaking off their pre-performance nerves, the 11 members of the school’s cheer team rushed onto the main stage of this year’s CCS competition, held at Independence High School on Jan. 20. Two minutes into their nearly 3-minute routine, the team pulled off the pyramid, one of their most challenging stunts: Every member contributed to lifting […] read more » Poor officiating casts a shadow on the fairness of competitive sports February 8, 2024 — by Jeremy Si In the midst of an exciting last set during a single-elimination match of the 2023 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior National Volleyball tournament in July, the outside hitter on my team (Mountain View Volleyball Club 15 Red) appeared to hit the ball out of bounds. My teammates and I thought we lost the match 14-13. […] read more » Making the most of limited practice time, dance team soars through competition season with a positive outlook February 8, 2024 — by Shirina Cao and Jessica Li Whispering words of encouragement to each other and exchanging quick nods, the 14-member dance team reviewed their choreography and completed last-minute preparations for their first jazz routine at Valley Christian on Jan. 20 before heading out to the large gym to perform. The air was thick with a blend of adrenaline and nerves, intensifying as […] read more » previous12345...1020304050...nextlast
Girls’ basketball seniors reflect on underwhelming season, leave team in hands of promising underclassmen February 10, 2024 — by Emma Fung Senior captain Zineerah Ahmed swiftly dribbled the ball across the basketball court during a game against Milpitas on Feb. 7. The crowd and coach Manny Steffens cheered as she successfully scored a shot. However, the Falcons’ high from this basket did not last; the team ultimately lost 34-22. The team held a 2-8 record as […] read more » Different shoe, different feel February 9, 2024 — by Bill Huang On Dec. 15, Nike released the reverse Kobe Grinches, bright red color shoes sponsored by the late Kobe Bryant, which sell for over $300. Despite this outrageous price, many elite basketball players are still buying them for their decorative look and cushiony feel. Basketball shoes like the Kobe Grinches are a crucial factor in a […] read more » Cheer team ends its season with CCS win, qualification for nationals in Las Vegas February 8, 2024 — by Derek Liang Shaking off their pre-performance nerves, the 11 members of the school’s cheer team rushed onto the main stage of this year’s CCS competition, held at Independence High School on Jan. 20. Two minutes into their nearly 3-minute routine, the team pulled off the pyramid, one of their most challenging stunts: Every member contributed to lifting […] read more » Poor officiating casts a shadow on the fairness of competitive sports February 8, 2024 — by Jeremy Si In the midst of an exciting last set during a single-elimination match of the 2023 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior National Volleyball tournament in July, the outside hitter on my team (Mountain View Volleyball Club 15 Red) appeared to hit the ball out of bounds. My teammates and I thought we lost the match 14-13. […] read more » Making the most of limited practice time, dance team soars through competition season with a positive outlook February 8, 2024 — by Shirina Cao and Jessica Li Whispering words of encouragement to each other and exchanging quick nods, the 14-member dance team reviewed their choreography and completed last-minute preparations for their first jazz routine at Valley Christian on Jan. 20 before heading out to the large gym to perform. The air was thick with a blend of adrenaline and nerves, intensifying as […] read more » previous12345...1020304050...nextlast
Different shoe, different feel February 9, 2024 — by Bill Huang On Dec. 15, Nike released the reverse Kobe Grinches, bright red color shoes sponsored by the late Kobe Bryant, which sell for over $300. Despite this outrageous price, many elite basketball players are still buying them for their decorative look and cushiony feel. Basketball shoes like the Kobe Grinches are a crucial factor in a […] read more » Cheer team ends its season with CCS win, qualification for nationals in Las Vegas February 8, 2024 — by Derek Liang Shaking off their pre-performance nerves, the 11 members of the school’s cheer team rushed onto the main stage of this year’s CCS competition, held at Independence High School on Jan. 20. Two minutes into their nearly 3-minute routine, the team pulled off the pyramid, one of their most challenging stunts: Every member contributed to lifting […] read more » Poor officiating casts a shadow on the fairness of competitive sports February 8, 2024 — by Jeremy Si In the midst of an exciting last set during a single-elimination match of the 2023 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior National Volleyball tournament in July, the outside hitter on my team (Mountain View Volleyball Club 15 Red) appeared to hit the ball out of bounds. My teammates and I thought we lost the match 14-13. […] read more » Making the most of limited practice time, dance team soars through competition season with a positive outlook February 8, 2024 — by Shirina Cao and Jessica Li Whispering words of encouragement to each other and exchanging quick nods, the 14-member dance team reviewed their choreography and completed last-minute preparations for their first jazz routine at Valley Christian on Jan. 20 before heading out to the large gym to perform. The air was thick with a blend of adrenaline and nerves, intensifying as […] read more » previous12345...1020304050...nextlast
Cheer team ends its season with CCS win, qualification for nationals in Las Vegas February 8, 2024 — by Derek Liang Shaking off their pre-performance nerves, the 11 members of the school’s cheer team rushed onto the main stage of this year’s CCS competition, held at Independence High School on Jan. 20. Two minutes into their nearly 3-minute routine, the team pulled off the pyramid, one of their most challenging stunts: Every member contributed to lifting […] read more » Poor officiating casts a shadow on the fairness of competitive sports February 8, 2024 — by Jeremy Si In the midst of an exciting last set during a single-elimination match of the 2023 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior National Volleyball tournament in July, the outside hitter on my team (Mountain View Volleyball Club 15 Red) appeared to hit the ball out of bounds. My teammates and I thought we lost the match 14-13. […] read more » Making the most of limited practice time, dance team soars through competition season with a positive outlook February 8, 2024 — by Shirina Cao and Jessica Li Whispering words of encouragement to each other and exchanging quick nods, the 14-member dance team reviewed their choreography and completed last-minute preparations for their first jazz routine at Valley Christian on Jan. 20 before heading out to the large gym to perform. The air was thick with a blend of adrenaline and nerves, intensifying as […] read more » previous12345...1020304050...nextlast
Poor officiating casts a shadow on the fairness of competitive sports February 8, 2024 — by Jeremy Si In the midst of an exciting last set during a single-elimination match of the 2023 Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Junior National Volleyball tournament in July, the outside hitter on my team (Mountain View Volleyball Club 15 Red) appeared to hit the ball out of bounds. My teammates and I thought we lost the match 14-13. […] read more » Making the most of limited practice time, dance team soars through competition season with a positive outlook February 8, 2024 — by Shirina Cao and Jessica Li Whispering words of encouragement to each other and exchanging quick nods, the 14-member dance team reviewed their choreography and completed last-minute preparations for their first jazz routine at Valley Christian on Jan. 20 before heading out to the large gym to perform. The air was thick with a blend of adrenaline and nerves, intensifying as […] read more » previous12345...1020304050...nextlast
Making the most of limited practice time, dance team soars through competition season with a positive outlook February 8, 2024 — by Shirina Cao and Jessica Li Whispering words of encouragement to each other and exchanging quick nods, the 14-member dance team reviewed their choreography and completed last-minute preparations for their first jazz routine at Valley Christian on Jan. 20 before heading out to the large gym to perform. The air was thick with a blend of adrenaline and nerves, intensifying as […] read more » previous12345...1020304050...nextlast