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Dhatri Iyer

Dhatri Iyer, Reporter

Dhatri Iyer, Class of ’27, is a reporter for the 2024-25 school year. She was previously a designer for the Saratoga Talisman. She specializes in covering sports but also enjoys writing in other sections, such as in-depth. Outside journalism, she enjoys basketball, music, and playing with her dogs.

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At Garrod Farms, dozens of horses frolic in front of picturesque mountains.

Garrod Farms: a family’s generational commitment to agriculture since 1893

The business offers everything from wine tasting to its popular horse stables.
This Annie’s mac and cheese is a quick fix for a delicious meal.

Three 10 minutes or less recipes for the perfect after-school snack

Use these to keep yourself nourished after a long day of school, while still leaving time for homework.
This energy drink is the perfect refreshing drink on a hot summer day.

100-word rave: Energy drinks are just spectacular

The Peach Vibe-flavor Celsius drink is a top-tier refreshment.
Especially with daylight savings pushing my wake-up time earlier, mornings can be more difficult than ever.

The top five worst morning annoyances, from a non-morning person

There are some things that, especially at 7 a.m., are impossible to stand.
The movie covers a budding romance between a star quarterback and cheerleader.

Don’t sideline ‘Sidelined: The QB and Me’ on your next movie night

The romantic movie, starring TikTok star Noah Beck isn’t actually so bad.
The cast and crew of “Anora” took the stage at the Oscars after winning “Best Picture.”

‘Anora’ and ‘The Brutalist’ win big at the Oscars, but did the voters get it right?

The Academy Awards took place March 2 with numerous impactful films up for an award.
The film had a standout performance from Fernanda Torres as struggling mother Eunice Paiva.

If you’re watching the brilliant ‘I’m Still Here,’ make sure to grab some tissues

Based on a true story of Brazil’s decades-long military dictatorship, the highly acclaimed Brazilian film was nominated for three Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
Junior Sophia Farone lines up for a face-off in last season’s match against Los Gatos.

Girls’ lacrosse ready to make strides after victory in first pre-season scrimmage

The roster is full of both old and new players and is gearing up for a big season after the sport’s reinstatement last year.
West Valley College, on Fruitvale Avenue, is just one of the highly ranked community colleges in the area.

Community college isn’t just an alternative, it’s a logical option

As 4-year college tuition increases skyrocket, community colleges provide much-needed opportunities.
After controversial lawsuits, photos of Beyoncé, Jay-Z, and Diddy resurfaced on the internet.

Gratitude with fear: grappling with all the Beyoncé conspiracy theories

Exploring the whispers of power, influence and intrigue in a new conspiracy theory within the music industry.
Some of the most notable players who have been traded during this year’s trade deadline. (Left to Right: Zach Lavine, De’Aaron Fox, Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis and Brandom Ingram)

NBA thrown into chaos due to shocking high-profile trades

After the recent trade deadline wrapping on Feb. 6, big moves involving superstars Luka Doncic, Anthony Davis, and Jimmy Butler have changed the league in notable ways already.
Both Williams twins play varsity field hockey at SHS, with Emma on the offensive lineup and Evelyn on the defensive.

Sophomore twin sisters share close bond over sports

Multi-sport athletes Emma and Evelyn Williams have been playing on the same sports teams for most of their lives.
ESPN commentators and analysts like Stephen A. Smith use AI-powered statistics quickly pulled from games to form opinions on big matchups.

How AI is changing the sports landscape

AI continues to be created and redefined as tech companies direct their attention to it, different AI tools have crept into the sports world.
The Golden State Valkyries are heading to the WNBA, with their first game occurring in May 2025.

WNBA expands to Bay Area as league begins a golden age of viewership

After wrapping up a thrilling playoff series, the WNBA is making waves in the basketball world with new players and a new team, the Golden State Valkyries, joining the league.
Senior Saira Ramakrishnan pitches for the Saratoga Falcons.

Senior softball player commits to University of Rochester

Saira Ramakrishnan found Rochester to be the perfect blend of academics and athletics; she plans to major in aerospace engineering.
The team gathered around a fire during their retreat to enjoy s’mores and build team chemistry.

Girls’ basketball team aims to build winning culture in pre-season after eye-opening retreat

Before the season starts to kick off, the team spent a couple nights in Half Moon Bay with a central focus on building a unified group.
Senior Sydney Riera makes a pass during the team’s senior night game on Oct. 30.

Field hockey misses CCS after tough loss vs Presentation High on penalty shots

The team said they achieved many improvements from the previous season.
Seniors Angie Chen, Sydney Li, Anisa Taymuree and Homecoming DJ, D-Flo, pose for a photo in front of the newly decorated student center.

Almost 400 attend Homecoming dance in the quad

Staff, students and parents alike worked meticulously to pitch in and make Homecoming special.
With a shock offseason trade, Karl Anthony-Towns joins the New York Knicks to play alongside tenured Knick Jalen Brunson.

The Knicks are on course to finally bring a championship to New York

With an NBA season on the horizon, new rookies and offseason trades will make the 2024-25 season one worth watching— especially for the revitalization of the Knicks team.
Leagues like Overtime Elite allow high school athletes to display their talents on a giant online platform.

How young athletes have started using social media for success

Through popular leagues such as Overtime Elite and other social media opportunities, athletes now have a much larger platform to publicize their talents.
With an endless stream of online content, students find themselves overwhelmed by the temptation of smartphones.

In a world of short-form videos, long-term focus becomes a challenge

The younger generation is suffering under poor attention spans over extended periods of time.
In last year’s matchup with Santa Clara, senior Sydney Riera controls the game from the middle of the field.

Field hockey team hopes to find improvement during rebuild

With the return of Class of ‘24 captain Zinneerah Ahmed as an assistant coach, the team is focusing on conditioning to excel in the season despite losing key players to graduation.
The 2024 F1 season has already crowned 7 Grand Prix winners — the most since 2012.

The rise and appeal of Formula 1 racing

Over recent years the sport has grown in popularity as a result of social media buzz and major investment.
Klay Thompson holds his new Dallas Mavericks jersey, with a noticeable change to jersey #31 after having jersey #11 for over a decade with the Warriors.

With Klay Thompson gone, Warriors prepare for a major reset

Thompson’s sudden move comes with both sadness from Warriors fans who will miss him and hope that Thompson will be able to revitalize his career on the Mavericks.
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