The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.

Scot Scoop News

The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.

Scot Scoop News

The student news site of Carlmont High School in Belmont, California.

Scot Scoop News

Alyssa Bish

Alyssa Bish, Staff Writer

Alyssa Bish is a sophomore at Carlmont High School and a first-year journalist for Scot Scoop. She enjoys writing many different sports articles from match reports to coach profiles and likes taking action pictures. You can find Alyssa on the soccer field playing for either her club team or the Carlmont varsity team.

View her journalism website here: Alyssa Bish Photojournalism

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Junior Izzy McCandless throws the ball for an out at first base.

Scots run down the Dons in the last inning

Alyssa Bish, Staff Writer May 4, 2023

Carlmont's varsity softball team ended a hard-fought game with a walk-off RBI single, leading to a 6-5 home victory over the Aragon Dons. The Scots entered Tuesday's game with a 6-2 league record in...

Many students must decide whether to focus on sports or school, but others create a balance between the two to succeed in both.

Exploring the correlation between academics and athletics

Alyssa Bish and Isabella Rice April 19, 2023

Being a student-athlete requires lots of responsibility, time management, and the ability to juggle multiple requirements. For some, balancing academics and athletics becomes too challenging, often leaving...

Student athletes must juggle school and sports, oftentimes succeeding in both.

Opinion: Parents should raise their children as athletes

Alyssa Bish, Staff Writer April 3, 2023

Everyone has heard the phrase “work smarter, not harder,” but many athletes around the world have become accustomed to the idea of working smarter and harder. This is because athletes have to juggle...

Sophomore Isabella Rice sprints toward the goal on a counterattack.

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Sophomore Isabella Rice sprints toward the goal on a counterattack.

Sophomore Amali Arendtsz prepares to pass the ball to a teammate.

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Sophomore Amali Arendtsz prepares to pass the ball to a teammate.

Sophomore Isabella Rice settles the ball, looking for an opportunity to score.

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Sophomore Isabella Rice settles the ball, looking for an opportunity to score.

Sophomore Gabriela Cole beats two defenders in a race down the field.

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Sophomore Gabriela Cole beats two defenders in a race down the field.

Senior Natalie Dronskiy runs the ball out of the defensive half, looking for a path to the goal.

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Senior Natalie Dronskiy runs the ball out of the defensive half, looking for a path to the goal.

Sophomore Samantha Levitt possesses the ball up the field as she looks for an open pass.

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Sophomore Samantha Levitt possesses the ball up the field as she looks for an open pass.

Senior Nicole Miranda cradles the ball down the sideline and towards the goal.

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Senior Nicole Miranda cradles the ball down the sideline and towards the goal.

Carlmont senior and pitcher Ava Conti throws a warmup pitch before the third inning.

Unexpected tie leaves Battle of Belmont rivalry unfinished

Alyssa Bish, Staff Writer February 18, 2023

The Carlmont Scots and Notre Dame Tigers tied their pre-season scrimmage 7-7, showing promise for both of their upcoming seasons, but leaving the Belmont rivalry unresolved. The Tigers hosted a scrimmage...

Carlmont students pay an entry fee of $8 when it comes to watching and supporting their own football team.

Where the money goes

Alyssa Bish and Isabella Rice February 1, 2023

Carlmont students are paying $8 for tickets to get into a home football game, yet Aragon students attend theirs for free. This is the reality Carlmont students face when it comes to supporting and cheering...

Sophomore striker Anika Bock dribbles up the field and toward the goal.

Scots secure a win against Bears in final minutes

Alyssa Bish, Staff Writer January 26, 2023

Carlmont's JV girls soccer team beat the Menlo-Atherton Bears 2-0 in a nail-biter, adding another victory to their impressive record. On Tuesday, Jan. 24th, the Scots played a suspenseful game leading...

Jose Caballero stands on the sideline as he watches the varsity boys soccer practice.

Coach Profile: The impact of his upbringing on Jose Caballero

Isabella Rice and Alyssa Bish November 28, 2022

While many coaches yell from the sidelines, Jose Caballero coaches his players with a calm demeanor. Known for allowing players to make their own choices, Caballero focuses on the fun and passion found...

David Valadez, a senior who played on varsity last season, looks down the field for a pass.

Carlmont boys soccer returns for an exciting new season

Alyssa Bish and Isabella Rice October 29, 2022

Excitement and unity spark within Carlmont’s soccer community as the new season approaches. With high school soccer season nearing, numerous opposing club teams will unify into just three Carlmont...

Freshman Alyssa Ison focused on an incoming hit from the Cougars as the Scots get ready to return fire.

Scots’ season wrap-up: Girls varsity volleyball

Aidan Lynd, Rintaro Sato, Alyssa Bish, and Isabella Rice October 26, 2022

After a successful preseason, the Scots have battled through the Peninsula Bay league, landing in sixth place at the end of the season. After the Scots' 3-1 loss at Aragon yesterday, Scot Scoop put together...

Junior Lillian Fox jumps to spike the ball.

Bears grab a tight win over the Scots

Alyssa Bish and Isabella Rice October 8, 2022

Varsity girls volleyball suffered a 3-2 defeat against the Menlo Atherton Bears after five tireless back-and-forth sets. The Scots lost the last four league games they played, adding pent-up emotions...

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