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Athlete of the Issue: August Tonthat

Athlete of the Issue: August Tonthat

Mateo Rangel, Student contributor November 22, 2024

Picture this: it’s 2020, quarantine is in full swing, and then-8th-grader August Tonthat’s advisory has been permitted back to school once a week for PE. They’ve been assigned pool time this cycle,...

Water polo swims into the deep end of CIF

Water polo swims into the deep end of CIF

Alex Teng, Assistant sports editor November 22, 2024

Despite a tough 1-6 start to the season, the Panthers came back to finish strong, winning the Prep League and advancing to the CIF Division III Southern Section semifinals, continuing a theme of deep playoff...

Athlete of the Future: Izzie Giovannone

Athlete of the Future: Izzie Giovannone

Mia Chang, Assistant sports editor November 22, 2024

Whilst blowing everyone away with her signature kick of the football, powered by determination and vigor, one might easily assume Elizabeth “Izzie” Giovannone has been involved in football since an...

Boys soccer prepares to kick off the season

Boys soccer prepares to kick off the season

Oliver Marks, Sports editor November 22, 2024

Coming off a 14-4-2 season (6-1-2 in league play), the Poly boys soccer team have big shoes to fill going into the 2024-2025 season. The Panthers, defending Prep League champs, have been working hard all...

Goal-oriented: Girls soccer looks toward the season

Goal-oriented: Girls soccer looks toward the season

Momo Tonthat, Student contributor November 22, 2024

The girls Varsity soccer team will not settle for defeat this year. With a squad of talented players from all grades, the Panthers do not lack skill or experience. Their goals this year are clear: win...

Athlete of the Issue: Max Ismagilov

Athlete of the Issue: Max Ismagilov

Robert Panossian, Student contributor November 22, 2024

With every lance, senior Max Ismagilov poses a threat to his opponent, inching his way to victory. His exceptional skill in executing long attacks and his consistent dominance throughout his career have...

Preseason preview: Boys basketball

Preseason preview: Boys basketball

Camellia Ding, Sports editor November 22, 2024

Last season, the Poly boys Varsity basketball team showcased their resilience, finishing with an overall record of 18-10 and a 4-4 record in Prep League. While their playoff journey ended in the second...

Volleyball faces adversity in playoffs

Volleyball faces adversity in playoffs

Arjun Singh, Assistant sports editor November 22, 2024

In the exhilarating first round CIF-SS Division III matchup between Poly girls volleyball and Windward High School, the Panthers’ season came to an unfortunate end in three sets. Nevertheless, the Panther...

Athlete of the Issue: Olivia Ip

Athlete of the Issue: Olivia Ip

Arjun Singh, Assistant sports editor October 28, 2024

With each powerful spike and pivotal block, senior Olivia Ip has developed into one of Poly’s most formidable volleyball players. She fell in love with the sport when she first started playing in middle...

Athlete of the Future: Alister Chan

Athlete of the Future: Alister Chan

Mia Chang, Assistant sports editor October 28, 2024

Since stepping on the field for the first time in sixth grade, football has been an integral aspect of freshman Alister Chan’s life. After recently making the switch from receiver to quarterback, Chan...

A game in photos: Dig Pink

A game in photos: Dig Pink

Oliver Marks, Sports editor October 28, 2024

     The girls volleyball team's Oct. 8 game against league rival Mayfield honored an important tradition and gave ongoing support to a good cause. Poly's yearly Dig Pink game raises money and awareness...

Fencing looks towards the future after strong season

Fencing looks towards the future after strong season

Momo Tonthat, Student contributor October 28, 2024

This year, Poly’s fencing team hopes to continue their strong form by honing and enhancing their team strategies as well as building character. Their positive results this year are a testament to the...

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