The proposal of an Olympic chess event is utterly ill-conceived September 13, 2021 — by Andrew Lin Imagine a swimmer cutting through water with his arms, straining forward, taking deep breaths between each submersion. Imagine the ringing echo of the starting pistol, runners’ shoes striking the dusty track. Imagine a gymnast gracefully turning in midair, somersaulting to finish a flawless routine. Now imagine two old men wearing suits and ties, taking turns […] read more » Girls’ water polo upbeat as they face a challenging season September 13, 2021 — by Mitchell Chen Head Coach: Alex Hsueh (new) Last year’s record: 14-2 Recap: The unexpected death of coach Jerome Chung before last year made it especially challenging. However, the team ended up winning most of its games. Key additions: Freshmen Leena El-Ashmawi, Ava Sadeghi and Cassidy Coghlan, sophomores Medha Ravi and Adeena Kadire Key Matchup: Fremont Star Players: […] read more » As team rebuilds, senior golfer relishes having a more normal season September 13, 2021 — by Avani Kongetira and Tara Natarajan Senior golfer Savannah Lin, who’s been on the team for four years, endured the weirdness of spring golf last year and is enjoying a more regular season at the team’s home course, the Saratoga Country Club. Lin starts the year as No. 2 player behind freshman Sarah Lim. After a condensed season in February due […] read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 11, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The Tokyo 2020 Olympic games showcased the impressive achievements of countless returning and up-and-coming athletes. Spectators saw their favorite athletes win gold, and record-breaking performances took the internet by storm. After a one-year delay due to COVID-19, the 2020 Olympics began on July 25 and concluded on Aug. 8. Spectators weren’t permitted to attend due […] read more » Field hockey team bonds as they prepare for upcoming season September 10, 2021 — by Kavya Patel and Ariel Zhou Head Coach: Jatin Sharma (returning) Last year’s record: 6-3 Recap: The team had a small roster of only 12 players after losing players to other sports while seasons overlapped last spring. Key Matchups: Los Gatos, Palo Alto, Homestead Star Players: Seniors forward Rima Christie, left full back Olivia Kinoshita, goalie Nandini Desai Key losses to […] read more » Student athletes anticipate return to normalcy September 10, 2021 — by Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu Following a year of heavy COVID-19 restrictions — limited spectators, masked players and shortened seasons — coaches and players are excited for a return to normal sports season. Following a decline in COVID-19 cases in California, fall sports started on Aug. 15 while winter and spring sports are scheduled to start in December and February, […] read more » Cross country set to make strong comeback this season September 9, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Carolyn Wang Head Coach: Danny Moon (girls) and Ian Tippetts (boys) Last year’s record: The team did not run any official meets. Recap: The girls and boys cross country teams ran together in a shorter season last year due to COVID-19 restrictions. Key Meets: League Meet at Crystal Springs on Nov. 2 Star Players: For the girls, […] read more » Top 5 soccer transfers of the 2021 summer window September 8, 2021 — by Jason Cheng, Atrey Desai and Vinay Gollamudi This past summer, soccer fans around the world have witnessed one of the highest-profile transfer windows of all time — including the transfers of two of the greatest soccer players in history, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Here are our takes on the most impactful transfers of summer 2021. No. 5: Jack Grealish, Aston Villa […] read more » Football team starts season with disappointment September 6, 2021 — by Nilay Mishra and Shaan Sridhar After the opening football game at home against San Mateo on Aug. 26, the crowds began to funnel out of the stadium, followed by the teams and their coaches. Senior wide receiver Parsa Hashemi was left in tears on the field, disappointed that his senior year season had gone off to such a bad start. […] read more » Senior qualifies for U-17 national table tennis team September 5, 2021 — by Preston Fu and Allen Luo Crack. Senior Henrik Zhang arced the small white ball across the table, whizzing past the net by mere millimeters. He shouted triumphantly as his opponent returned the shot too wide, ripping the ball just past the edge of the table and concluding a hard-fought 23-ball rally. Even in a final match of the U-17 National […] read more » firstprevious...102030...4041424344...5060708090...nextlast
Girls’ water polo upbeat as they face a challenging season September 13, 2021 — by Mitchell Chen Head Coach: Alex Hsueh (new) Last year’s record: 14-2 Recap: The unexpected death of coach Jerome Chung before last year made it especially challenging. However, the team ended up winning most of its games. Key additions: Freshmen Leena El-Ashmawi, Ava Sadeghi and Cassidy Coghlan, sophomores Medha Ravi and Adeena Kadire Key Matchup: Fremont Star Players: […] read more » As team rebuilds, senior golfer relishes having a more normal season September 13, 2021 — by Avani Kongetira and Tara Natarajan Senior golfer Savannah Lin, who’s been on the team for four years, endured the weirdness of spring golf last year and is enjoying a more regular season at the team’s home course, the Saratoga Country Club. Lin starts the year as No. 2 player behind freshman Sarah Lim. After a condensed season in February due […] read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 11, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The Tokyo 2020 Olympic games showcased the impressive achievements of countless returning and up-and-coming athletes. Spectators saw their favorite athletes win gold, and record-breaking performances took the internet by storm. After a one-year delay due to COVID-19, the 2020 Olympics began on July 25 and concluded on Aug. 8. Spectators weren’t permitted to attend due […] read more » Field hockey team bonds as they prepare for upcoming season September 10, 2021 — by Kavya Patel and Ariel Zhou Head Coach: Jatin Sharma (returning) Last year’s record: 6-3 Recap: The team had a small roster of only 12 players after losing players to other sports while seasons overlapped last spring. Key Matchups: Los Gatos, Palo Alto, Homestead Star Players: Seniors forward Rima Christie, left full back Olivia Kinoshita, goalie Nandini Desai Key losses to […] read more » Student athletes anticipate return to normalcy September 10, 2021 — by Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu Following a year of heavy COVID-19 restrictions — limited spectators, masked players and shortened seasons — coaches and players are excited for a return to normal sports season. Following a decline in COVID-19 cases in California, fall sports started on Aug. 15 while winter and spring sports are scheduled to start in December and February, […] read more » Cross country set to make strong comeback this season September 9, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Carolyn Wang Head Coach: Danny Moon (girls) and Ian Tippetts (boys) Last year’s record: The team did not run any official meets. Recap: The girls and boys cross country teams ran together in a shorter season last year due to COVID-19 restrictions. Key Meets: League Meet at Crystal Springs on Nov. 2 Star Players: For the girls, […] read more » Top 5 soccer transfers of the 2021 summer window September 8, 2021 — by Jason Cheng, Atrey Desai and Vinay Gollamudi This past summer, soccer fans around the world have witnessed one of the highest-profile transfer windows of all time — including the transfers of two of the greatest soccer players in history, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Here are our takes on the most impactful transfers of summer 2021. No. 5: Jack Grealish, Aston Villa […] read more » Football team starts season with disappointment September 6, 2021 — by Nilay Mishra and Shaan Sridhar After the opening football game at home against San Mateo on Aug. 26, the crowds began to funnel out of the stadium, followed by the teams and their coaches. Senior wide receiver Parsa Hashemi was left in tears on the field, disappointed that his senior year season had gone off to such a bad start. […] read more » Senior qualifies for U-17 national table tennis team September 5, 2021 — by Preston Fu and Allen Luo Crack. Senior Henrik Zhang arced the small white ball across the table, whizzing past the net by mere millimeters. He shouted triumphantly as his opponent returned the shot too wide, ripping the ball just past the edge of the table and concluding a hard-fought 23-ball rally. Even in a final match of the U-17 National […] read more » firstprevious...102030...4041424344...5060708090...nextlast
As team rebuilds, senior golfer relishes having a more normal season September 13, 2021 — by Avani Kongetira and Tara Natarajan Senior golfer Savannah Lin, who’s been on the team for four years, endured the weirdness of spring golf last year and is enjoying a more regular season at the team’s home course, the Saratoga Country Club. Lin starts the year as No. 2 player behind freshman Sarah Lim. After a condensed season in February due […] read more » Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 11, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The Tokyo 2020 Olympic games showcased the impressive achievements of countless returning and up-and-coming athletes. Spectators saw their favorite athletes win gold, and record-breaking performances took the internet by storm. After a one-year delay due to COVID-19, the 2020 Olympics began on July 25 and concluded on Aug. 8. Spectators weren’t permitted to attend due […] read more » Field hockey team bonds as they prepare for upcoming season September 10, 2021 — by Kavya Patel and Ariel Zhou Head Coach: Jatin Sharma (returning) Last year’s record: 6-3 Recap: The team had a small roster of only 12 players after losing players to other sports while seasons overlapped last spring. Key Matchups: Los Gatos, Palo Alto, Homestead Star Players: Seniors forward Rima Christie, left full back Olivia Kinoshita, goalie Nandini Desai Key losses to […] read more » Student athletes anticipate return to normalcy September 10, 2021 — by Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu Following a year of heavy COVID-19 restrictions — limited spectators, masked players and shortened seasons — coaches and players are excited for a return to normal sports season. Following a decline in COVID-19 cases in California, fall sports started on Aug. 15 while winter and spring sports are scheduled to start in December and February, […] read more » Cross country set to make strong comeback this season September 9, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Carolyn Wang Head Coach: Danny Moon (girls) and Ian Tippetts (boys) Last year’s record: The team did not run any official meets. Recap: The girls and boys cross country teams ran together in a shorter season last year due to COVID-19 restrictions. Key Meets: League Meet at Crystal Springs on Nov. 2 Star Players: For the girls, […] read more » Top 5 soccer transfers of the 2021 summer window September 8, 2021 — by Jason Cheng, Atrey Desai and Vinay Gollamudi This past summer, soccer fans around the world have witnessed one of the highest-profile transfer windows of all time — including the transfers of two of the greatest soccer players in history, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Here are our takes on the most impactful transfers of summer 2021. No. 5: Jack Grealish, Aston Villa […] read more » Football team starts season with disappointment September 6, 2021 — by Nilay Mishra and Shaan Sridhar After the opening football game at home against San Mateo on Aug. 26, the crowds began to funnel out of the stadium, followed by the teams and their coaches. Senior wide receiver Parsa Hashemi was left in tears on the field, disappointed that his senior year season had gone off to such a bad start. […] read more » Senior qualifies for U-17 national table tennis team September 5, 2021 — by Preston Fu and Allen Luo Crack. Senior Henrik Zhang arced the small white ball across the table, whizzing past the net by mere millimeters. He shouted triumphantly as his opponent returned the shot too wide, ripping the ball just past the edge of the table and concluding a hard-fought 23-ball rally. Even in a final match of the U-17 National […] read more » firstprevious...102030...4041424344...5060708090...nextlast
Recapping the 2020 Tokyo Olympics September 11, 2021 — by Jonny Luo and Nikhil Mathihalli The Tokyo 2020 Olympic games showcased the impressive achievements of countless returning and up-and-coming athletes. Spectators saw their favorite athletes win gold, and record-breaking performances took the internet by storm. After a one-year delay due to COVID-19, the 2020 Olympics began on July 25 and concluded on Aug. 8. Spectators weren’t permitted to attend due […] read more » Field hockey team bonds as they prepare for upcoming season September 10, 2021 — by Kavya Patel and Ariel Zhou Head Coach: Jatin Sharma (returning) Last year’s record: 6-3 Recap: The team had a small roster of only 12 players after losing players to other sports while seasons overlapped last spring. Key Matchups: Los Gatos, Palo Alto, Homestead Star Players: Seniors forward Rima Christie, left full back Olivia Kinoshita, goalie Nandini Desai Key losses to […] read more » Student athletes anticipate return to normalcy September 10, 2021 — by Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu Following a year of heavy COVID-19 restrictions — limited spectators, masked players and shortened seasons — coaches and players are excited for a return to normal sports season. Following a decline in COVID-19 cases in California, fall sports started on Aug. 15 while winter and spring sports are scheduled to start in December and February, […] read more » Cross country set to make strong comeback this season September 9, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Carolyn Wang Head Coach: Danny Moon (girls) and Ian Tippetts (boys) Last year’s record: The team did not run any official meets. Recap: The girls and boys cross country teams ran together in a shorter season last year due to COVID-19 restrictions. Key Meets: League Meet at Crystal Springs on Nov. 2 Star Players: For the girls, […] read more » Top 5 soccer transfers of the 2021 summer window September 8, 2021 — by Jason Cheng, Atrey Desai and Vinay Gollamudi This past summer, soccer fans around the world have witnessed one of the highest-profile transfer windows of all time — including the transfers of two of the greatest soccer players in history, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Here are our takes on the most impactful transfers of summer 2021. No. 5: Jack Grealish, Aston Villa […] read more » Football team starts season with disappointment September 6, 2021 — by Nilay Mishra and Shaan Sridhar After the opening football game at home against San Mateo on Aug. 26, the crowds began to funnel out of the stadium, followed by the teams and their coaches. Senior wide receiver Parsa Hashemi was left in tears on the field, disappointed that his senior year season had gone off to such a bad start. […] read more » Senior qualifies for U-17 national table tennis team September 5, 2021 — by Preston Fu and Allen Luo Crack. Senior Henrik Zhang arced the small white ball across the table, whizzing past the net by mere millimeters. He shouted triumphantly as his opponent returned the shot too wide, ripping the ball just past the edge of the table and concluding a hard-fought 23-ball rally. Even in a final match of the U-17 National […] read more » firstprevious...102030...4041424344...5060708090...nextlast
Field hockey team bonds as they prepare for upcoming season September 10, 2021 — by Kavya Patel and Ariel Zhou Head Coach: Jatin Sharma (returning) Last year’s record: 6-3 Recap: The team had a small roster of only 12 players after losing players to other sports while seasons overlapped last spring. Key Matchups: Los Gatos, Palo Alto, Homestead Star Players: Seniors forward Rima Christie, left full back Olivia Kinoshita, goalie Nandini Desai Key losses to […] read more » Student athletes anticipate return to normalcy September 10, 2021 — by Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu Following a year of heavy COVID-19 restrictions — limited spectators, masked players and shortened seasons — coaches and players are excited for a return to normal sports season. Following a decline in COVID-19 cases in California, fall sports started on Aug. 15 while winter and spring sports are scheduled to start in December and February, […] read more » Cross country set to make strong comeback this season September 9, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Carolyn Wang Head Coach: Danny Moon (girls) and Ian Tippetts (boys) Last year’s record: The team did not run any official meets. Recap: The girls and boys cross country teams ran together in a shorter season last year due to COVID-19 restrictions. Key Meets: League Meet at Crystal Springs on Nov. 2 Star Players: For the girls, […] read more » Top 5 soccer transfers of the 2021 summer window September 8, 2021 — by Jason Cheng, Atrey Desai and Vinay Gollamudi This past summer, soccer fans around the world have witnessed one of the highest-profile transfer windows of all time — including the transfers of two of the greatest soccer players in history, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Here are our takes on the most impactful transfers of summer 2021. No. 5: Jack Grealish, Aston Villa […] read more » Football team starts season with disappointment September 6, 2021 — by Nilay Mishra and Shaan Sridhar After the opening football game at home against San Mateo on Aug. 26, the crowds began to funnel out of the stadium, followed by the teams and their coaches. Senior wide receiver Parsa Hashemi was left in tears on the field, disappointed that his senior year season had gone off to such a bad start. […] read more » Senior qualifies for U-17 national table tennis team September 5, 2021 — by Preston Fu and Allen Luo Crack. Senior Henrik Zhang arced the small white ball across the table, whizzing past the net by mere millimeters. He shouted triumphantly as his opponent returned the shot too wide, ripping the ball just past the edge of the table and concluding a hard-fought 23-ball rally. Even in a final match of the U-17 National […] read more » firstprevious...102030...4041424344...5060708090...nextlast
Student athletes anticipate return to normalcy September 10, 2021 — by Stephanie Sun and Martin Xu Following a year of heavy COVID-19 restrictions — limited spectators, masked players and shortened seasons — coaches and players are excited for a return to normal sports season. Following a decline in COVID-19 cases in California, fall sports started on Aug. 15 while winter and spring sports are scheduled to start in December and February, […] read more » Cross country set to make strong comeback this season September 9, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Carolyn Wang Head Coach: Danny Moon (girls) and Ian Tippetts (boys) Last year’s record: The team did not run any official meets. Recap: The girls and boys cross country teams ran together in a shorter season last year due to COVID-19 restrictions. Key Meets: League Meet at Crystal Springs on Nov. 2 Star Players: For the girls, […] read more » Top 5 soccer transfers of the 2021 summer window September 8, 2021 — by Jason Cheng, Atrey Desai and Vinay Gollamudi This past summer, soccer fans around the world have witnessed one of the highest-profile transfer windows of all time — including the transfers of two of the greatest soccer players in history, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Here are our takes on the most impactful transfers of summer 2021. No. 5: Jack Grealish, Aston Villa […] read more » Football team starts season with disappointment September 6, 2021 — by Nilay Mishra and Shaan Sridhar After the opening football game at home against San Mateo on Aug. 26, the crowds began to funnel out of the stadium, followed by the teams and their coaches. Senior wide receiver Parsa Hashemi was left in tears on the field, disappointed that his senior year season had gone off to such a bad start. […] read more » Senior qualifies for U-17 national table tennis team September 5, 2021 — by Preston Fu and Allen Luo Crack. Senior Henrik Zhang arced the small white ball across the table, whizzing past the net by mere millimeters. He shouted triumphantly as his opponent returned the shot too wide, ripping the ball just past the edge of the table and concluding a hard-fought 23-ball rally. Even in a final match of the U-17 National […] read more » firstprevious...102030...4041424344...5060708090...nextlast
Cross country set to make strong comeback this season September 9, 2021 — by Sara Bright and Carolyn Wang Head Coach: Danny Moon (girls) and Ian Tippetts (boys) Last year’s record: The team did not run any official meets. Recap: The girls and boys cross country teams ran together in a shorter season last year due to COVID-19 restrictions. Key Meets: League Meet at Crystal Springs on Nov. 2 Star Players: For the girls, […] read more » Top 5 soccer transfers of the 2021 summer window September 8, 2021 — by Jason Cheng, Atrey Desai and Vinay Gollamudi This past summer, soccer fans around the world have witnessed one of the highest-profile transfer windows of all time — including the transfers of two of the greatest soccer players in history, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Here are our takes on the most impactful transfers of summer 2021. No. 5: Jack Grealish, Aston Villa […] read more » Football team starts season with disappointment September 6, 2021 — by Nilay Mishra and Shaan Sridhar After the opening football game at home against San Mateo on Aug. 26, the crowds began to funnel out of the stadium, followed by the teams and their coaches. Senior wide receiver Parsa Hashemi was left in tears on the field, disappointed that his senior year season had gone off to such a bad start. […] read more » Senior qualifies for U-17 national table tennis team September 5, 2021 — by Preston Fu and Allen Luo Crack. Senior Henrik Zhang arced the small white ball across the table, whizzing past the net by mere millimeters. He shouted triumphantly as his opponent returned the shot too wide, ripping the ball just past the edge of the table and concluding a hard-fought 23-ball rally. Even in a final match of the U-17 National […] read more » firstprevious...102030...4041424344...5060708090...nextlast
Top 5 soccer transfers of the 2021 summer window September 8, 2021 — by Jason Cheng, Atrey Desai and Vinay Gollamudi This past summer, soccer fans around the world have witnessed one of the highest-profile transfer windows of all time — including the transfers of two of the greatest soccer players in history, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Here are our takes on the most impactful transfers of summer 2021. No. 5: Jack Grealish, Aston Villa […] read more » Football team starts season with disappointment September 6, 2021 — by Nilay Mishra and Shaan Sridhar After the opening football game at home against San Mateo on Aug. 26, the crowds began to funnel out of the stadium, followed by the teams and their coaches. Senior wide receiver Parsa Hashemi was left in tears on the field, disappointed that his senior year season had gone off to such a bad start. […] read more » Senior qualifies for U-17 national table tennis team September 5, 2021 — by Preston Fu and Allen Luo Crack. Senior Henrik Zhang arced the small white ball across the table, whizzing past the net by mere millimeters. He shouted triumphantly as his opponent returned the shot too wide, ripping the ball just past the edge of the table and concluding a hard-fought 23-ball rally. Even in a final match of the U-17 National […] read more » firstprevious...102030...4041424344...5060708090...nextlast
Football team starts season with disappointment September 6, 2021 — by Nilay Mishra and Shaan Sridhar After the opening football game at home against San Mateo on Aug. 26, the crowds began to funnel out of the stadium, followed by the teams and their coaches. Senior wide receiver Parsa Hashemi was left in tears on the field, disappointed that his senior year season had gone off to such a bad start. […] read more » Senior qualifies for U-17 national table tennis team September 5, 2021 — by Preston Fu and Allen Luo Crack. Senior Henrik Zhang arced the small white ball across the table, whizzing past the net by mere millimeters. He shouted triumphantly as his opponent returned the shot too wide, ripping the ball just past the edge of the table and concluding a hard-fought 23-ball rally. Even in a final match of the U-17 National […] read more » firstprevious...102030...4041424344...5060708090...nextlast
Senior qualifies for U-17 national table tennis team September 5, 2021 — by Preston Fu and Allen Luo Crack. Senior Henrik Zhang arced the small white ball across the table, whizzing past the net by mere millimeters. He shouted triumphantly as his opponent returned the shot too wide, ripping the ball just past the edge of the table and concluding a hard-fought 23-ball rally. Even in a final match of the U-17 National […] read more » firstprevious...102030...4041424344...5060708090...nextlast