A collaboration between Palo Alto Online and the student journalism programs at participating high schools. Stories are assigned by, edited and the responsibility of the publication noted and are presented from most recent to oldest. Sports scores are posted by parents, coaches and players and not verified. Learn more
Paly Boys Soccer v. Homestead February 1 Friday, March 17, 2023, 1:22 pm | Viking, Palo Alto High School Paly boys soccer played Homestead High School, home of the Mustangs on February 1. The game ended with a final score of 0-0, neither team able to reign victorious over the two halves. Despite the game being scoreless, both sides created multiple chances. Early in the first half, Paly keeper Isaac Kirby (‘23) caught a... Read More >>
Intramural sports rise in popularity Friday, March 17, 2023, 12:03 pm | Campanile, Palo Alto High School Sweat beads down sophomore Joseph Kessler’s face as he sprints around the soccer pitch. Dribbling the ball, he dances around defenders before crossing into the box. Kessler may just sound like any other soccer player. The difference? He doesn’t play competitive soccer and isn’t even on the soccer team. Facing frustration with limited options for casual sports, a group of sophomores has created an independent soccer league, allowing students to immerse themselves in this competitive outlet while avoiding the drawbacks... Read More >>
New girls lacrosse coach fosters passion for sport Friday, March 17, 2023, 9:00 am | Campanile, Palo Alto High School Girls lacrosse faced a problem as the 2023 season approached: the team had no coach. However, the problem was resolved when Kaitlin Chiu, a former Paly lacrosse player who graduated in 2017 and was a Division III player at Smith College, stepped in. Chiu said she became a coach to return her gratitude to the Paly lacrosse program while pursuing her passion for the sport. Chiu also said a former lacrosse coach allowed her to pursue this opportunity. “I felt... Read More >>
Madeline Escobar: an athlete, senator and more Thursday, March 16, 2023, 12:25 pm | Paw Print, Woodside High School
Madeline Escobar, a senior, shows her pride and support for her school by being involved in multiple activities at Woodside. Escobar is a senior and has been involved in sports, clubs, and leadership all throughout her high school years. She has participated in a total of five sports at Woodside, including basketball, volleyball, waterpolo, tennis... Read More >>
Girls lacrosse prioritizes teamwork Thursday, March 16, 2023, 11:13 am | Campanile, Palo Alto High School After finishing last season with a league record of 5-9 and placing sixth in SCVAL, the girls lacrosse team hopes to build strong team spirit in order to improve the team’s performance, according to junior and co-captain Katie Yen. Yen said the team lost a lot of seniors from the previous season, which means focusing this year’s team on building stronger bonds between players both on and off the field will be critical for the team to have a successful... Read More >>
The Hidden Opponent: Combating the mental health stigma Thursday, March 16, 2023, 10:45 am | Talon, Los Altos High School
For student-athletes, there’s the never-ending stress to balance the desire to perform well in front of coaches and the determination for straight As, and this demanding environment often overwhelms one’s mental health. Though this cycle is common, there’s a lack of attention toward those seeking help. The Hidden Opponent (THO), a non-profit organization founded in... Read More >>
Boys lacrosse excited for season despite coach, player overhaul Thursday, March 16, 2023, 7:00 am | Campanile, Palo Alto High School Following an 11-10 win in the season-opening scrimmage against Valley Christian on Monday, Feb. 27, senior Asher Friedman said the boys lacrosse team (1-1) is excited about its strong start. Friedman, who has committed to Oberlin College for lacrosse, said it was clear from the energy in the post-game huddle that the game set the tone for the season. “(The first game) was a great way to start the season. It gave the team some confidence that will help going... Read More >>
Students, staff encourage diverse workouts instead of exercise trends Thursday, March 16, 2023, 12:00 am | Campanile, Palo Alto High School Scrolling through Instagram, senior Ella Rosenblum sees young women promoting the value of “gentle workouts” like Pilates and long walks, bringing to light a new workout trend. Every year, new workouts flow in and out of the public eye. In past years, high-intensity interval training and weight training have been seen as the most effective ways to exercise by many health experts. However, more recently, there has been a redefinition of effective exercises. On Instagram and TikTok, Pilates, yoga, inclined... Read More >>