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
Samantha Tow

Samantha Tow, Staff Writer

Samantha (class of 2027) is a sophomore at Carlmont High School and is a writer for Scot Scoop. She enjoys taking pictures, playing sports, and reading. Outside of school, Samantha can be found on the soccer field, playing flag football, or running for Carlmont’s track team.

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Senior Zach Luzzo drives a ball to left field in Carlmont’s win over El Camino. “I think just being more aggressive is the key to success,” Luzzo said. “Staying aggressive and confident will help us trust ourselves.”

Scots tame Colts in strong start

Samantha Tow, Staff Writer • March 2, 2025

The Carlmont varsity baseball team continued their strong start to the season with a decisive 7-2 win over the El Camino Colts on Friday, Feb. 28, showcasing both offensive firepower and solid pitching. The...

Sophomore Amber Lee passes the ball to her open teammate. The Scots frequently moved the ball around to spread the defense and create open shots. Lee contributed multiple assists and two steals in the game.

Scots fall to Bears in tough rematch

Samantha Tow, Staff Writer • February 1, 2025

The Carlmont JV girls basketball team faced a challenge on the road against the Menlo-Atherton Bears, falling 48-21 on Friday, Jan. 31. Despite the loss, the game served as a learning experience as the...

Sophomore goalkeeper Jamison Elliott prepares to punt the ball. The Scots would later go on to score their only goal of the game. Elliott had multiple saves in the game.

[Photo] Spartans outlast Scots in defensive battle

Samantha Tow, Staff Writer • December 4, 2024

Sophomore goalkeeper Jamison Elliott prepares to punt the ball. The Scots would later go on to score their only goal of the game. Elliott had multiple saves in the game.

Sophomore Thea Geylani jumps up to intercept the pass. Geylani is new to the program this year. She was instrumental in the Scots pass defense and had several tackles and pass breakups.

[Photo] Scots crush Gators in shutout win

Samantha Tow, Staff Writer • November 5, 2024

Freshmen Hailey Dao and Mariah Tsadick reach out to pull the flag. A common technique in flag football is to have each player be on one side of the offensive player’s hip to “bracket” the player....

Running back Hailey Dao runs through the defenders for a first down. She is a key player in the Scots’ run game. Dao also plays linebacker on defense for the Scots.

[Photo] Scots and Bears wrap up in a tie

Samantha Tow, Staff Writer • October 17, 2024

Running back Hailey Dao runs through the defenders for a first down. She is a key player in the Scots’ run game. Dao also plays linebacker on defense for the Scots.

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