Varsity volleyball wins a hard-fought victory over the Bearcats
Sophie Lynd, Staff Writer
September 20, 2017
Filed under Sports
Despite the San Mateo Bearcats' valiant effort against the Scots, aggressive offense and tough serves proved the Scots worthy of their 12th win of the season. During the first game, both teams played fairly conservatively - sending free-balls over the net and tipping more often than killing - resulting in a close score of 26-2...
JV girls water polo celebrates a victory against Menlo
Sarah Cheung, Segment Producer
September 20, 2017
Filed under ScotCenter
Sarah Cheung reports on Carlmont's second water polo game of the 2017 season.
Victory signals a bright future for boys’ tennis
Denton Silfvast, Staff Writer
April 1, 2017
Filed under Sports
Following a 6-1 victory over Hillsdale High School, the boys' tennis team extended their winning streak to four games with a commanding 7-0 win against San Mateo High School on March 30. Carlmont was expecting to come out on top even before the game began. Jerry Liu, a sophomore and varsity dou...
Carlmont staff shoots its way to victory
Samantha Dahlberg, Staff Writer
March 26, 2017
Filed under Campus
Many students filled the main gym on March 24 for the student vs. staff basketball game. The large crowd added a new aspect to the game as many could feel the effects of the student's energy in the gym. “It gets pretty competitive because of the crowd. I think if there wasn’t a crowd, it p...
The Scots take a victory against the Mustangs
Mackenzie O'Connell, Staff Writer
March 16, 2017
The Scots swept Capuchino High School with a solid wipe out on Carlmont's court. On March 15, the boys volleyball team beat the Mustangs in all three sets of the game. The Scots played hard, passing the ball and utilizing new players on the team. During the game, new players on the team were able ...
Scots end season with win over Capuchino
Briana Mcdonald, Staff Writer
February 15, 2017
Filed under Sports
The Scots varsity boys basketball team was able to finish with a strong lead against Capuchino in their win on Feb. 14. A high-intensity matchup was played for the last game of the regular season, with both teams going back and forth. Yet the Scots were able to accomplish a win due to their motiva...
Bay Area students protest Trump victory
Rachel Borshchenko, Staff Writer
November 11, 2016
Filed under News
Even people who can't legally vote have chosen to share their opinions after Donald Trump's victory. On Nov. 9, the day after Trump won the election, students in various East Bay high schools walked out of class in protest of the coming Trump presidency. Students of Bishop O’Dowd, Albany High, Oak...
Students deal with the personal implications of Trump’s victory
Sophie Penn, Segment Producer
November 11, 2016
Filed under ScotCenter
Sophie Penn reports on how marginalized communities plan to move forward in the wake of the election.
Trump victory unveils Republican silent majority
Justin Som, Staff Writer
November 10, 2016
Holding their breaths, with stomachs clenched, many Clinton supporters turned away from the polling results. Florida had just been lost to Donald Trump, and as far as the Clinton campaign was concerned, they had already given up. The streamers and balloons at the hopeful victory party were packed...
Scots retaliate from past loss with a victory against the Dons
Mackenzie O, Staff Writer
April 30, 2016
Filed under Sports
On April 27, the boys volleyball team came together on their home court to take home a win after having been beaten in their last meeting with the Dons. The teams played yet another four-set match as both sides of the net fought for a win. With each point scored, the gym was filled with cheers...
Varsity boys basketball takes a senior night victory against Sequoia
Minh-Han Vu, Art Director
February 12, 2016
Filed under Multimedia, Sports, Top News
JV boys soccer follows game plan to a victory
Skylar Weiss, Staff Writer
January 22, 2016
Carlmont JV boys soccer was triumphant on home turf against South City on Jan. 20. Their continuously dedicated work ethic and aggressive offensive attitude led them to a 3-0 win. At the start of the game, both teams held equal amounts of possession. However, as the game progressed, the majority...
Features
Belmont city officials grapple with infrastructure problem
Sam Hosmer, Staff Writer
Belmont’s roads are among the worst in the state. According to a staff report from the Department of Public Works, Belmont has accumulated upwards of $100 million in deferred road and storm drain maintenance. O...
Belmont works to create a vibrant downtown
Sam Hosmer, Staff Writer
Belmont’s unbuilt town center has been in development for 31 years. In 1986, a committee was formed to study and evaluate the feasibility of revitalizing downtown Belmon...
Students need a healthy breakfast to start their day
Juliana Rinaldi, Staff Writer
Breakfast: a hearty meal to kick start the day or a quick bite before rushing out of the house to school or work? Many teenagers and young adults don't know which one breakfast...
Gender stigma plays a role in sports
Adriana Kurtovich, Staff Writer
Today's society often portrays men as more superior in sports compared to women. However, this is not always the case. The number of female athletes at NCAA schools has...
Chronic pain takes an emotional toll on patients
Izzy Bruguera, Staff Writer
Imagine waking up every morning for months or years on end with pain plaguing every move and every moment of the day. Chronic pain is defined as any pain that lasts for ...
Outside sports generate debate over PE credit
Mike Carlson, Staff Writer
Out-of-school sports can offer Carlmont students benefits, but they can also come with drawbacks. The benefits include valuable friendships, increased discipline, and stayi...