Sports
The World’s Cup
How the world’s biggest sporting event promotes diplomacy, strengthens national identity, and elevates underrepresented nations on the global stage.
Manchester City vs Arsenal: The Run-In
By Arjun Basu
After three consecutive runner-up finishes and a 22-year wait for a league title, Arsenal survived a fierce season-long battle with Manchester City, overcoming constant pressure throughout the run-in before finally being crowned Premier League champions when City’s late slip against Bournemouth ended the race.
Here, The Tigers Roar
By Ahmet Sarisen, Saif Iftikhar
With standout performances across the roster, the Stuyvesant Tigers completed a breakthrough season, reaching the semifinals for the first time in four years after an 11-game unbeaten streak and a historic win over Bronx Science.
Peglegs RB/LB Aiden Bailey Commits to Play College Football at D2 Monroe, Highlighting Program’s Growing Recruiting Focus
Aiden Bailey’s commitment to Monroe marks both a personal milestone and a turning point for Stuyvesant football.
2026 World Cup Preview
By Logan Brown
A preview of the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is coming to Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
The Extra Cost Beyond the Tickets
As the World Cup approaches, hundreds of thousands of fans are attempting to figure out an additional cost to the games: transportation.
Golden Tempo and the Gendered Structure of Sports Leadership
By Nina Benson
What Cherie DeVaux’s Kentucky Derby win as the first female trainer reveals about the lack of female power in sports.
Sports Nutrition: What Powers Elite Athletes
The impact of proper sports nutrition on athletic performance and recovery.
Sawe Makes Marathon History
By Ashley Mui
Sebastian Sawe made marathon history by breaking the two-hour barrier at the 2026 London Marathon.
The Celtics’ Unexpected Success This Season
By Logan Brown
The Celtics’ impressive performance this year was driven by great coaching and unlikely players stepping up into important roles.
New Stadiums and Their (Lack Of) Public Transportation
New stadiums, of all sports and sizes, are popping up across the US, but many fail to include adequate transportation options.
The Hall of Fame’s Bizarre Bill Belichick Snub
By Anay Shandilya, Logan Brown
The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s inability to induct one of the greatest head coaches in NFL history tarnishes the organization’s reputation.
A Season For Carlesi
The Peglegs kicked off their season with a 4–3 victory over the reigning division champions Beacon High School.
Greyducks Bring Home Gold
By Ashley Mui
After years of coming up just short, the Stuyvesant boys track and field team came back stronger this season to win the Indoor Borough Championship by a wide margin.
NCAA Women’s Volleyball Tournament Recap
By Angelica Pan
A recap of the 2025 NCAA Women’s Volleyball season, and what to expect moving into the next season.
A Season to Remember for Girls’ Badminton
By Janice Chen
Despite not winning the city championship, the girls’ badminton team has a lot to be proud of after an undefeated regular season and a deep playoff run.
Sid Shirke—He’s a Runner He’s a Trackstar
Meet sophomore Sid Shirke, who runs the 400-meter and 200-meter events for the Stuyvesant Track and Field team.
This Game is Bananas, B-A-N-A-N-A-S
A look into how the Savannah Bananas are redefining baseball, one backflip at a time.
Running the Rebels: Junjie Huang
Through his discipline and composed mentality, sophomore Junjie Huang has emerged as a leader of the Runnin’ Rebels.
Behind the Plate with Ramona Weinstein
Stuyvesant’s varsity softball catcher Ramona Weinstein reflects on teamwork, growth, and the mental side of softball while sharing what makes the Renegades feel like a family.
The Las Vegas Raiders’ Bright Future
(One sentence summary of your article): Coming off another losing season, the Las Vegas Raiders begin their shift to a new and much more promising era as we consider their coaching changes and immense talent.
The Positive Mentality
By Nathan Lee
Meet Jacob Mui, co-captain of Stuyvesant’s varsity baseball team, the Peglegs.
World Baseball Classic Overview
By Angelica Pan
A summary of the 2026 World Baseball Classic, in which Venezuela took the win over the United States.
My NFL Honors Picks
These are my personal picks for the NFL Honors awards that will be announced on February 5, 2026.
Super Bowl LX Predictions
The Spectator’s Sports Department predicts the outcome of Super Bowl LX, played on February 8 between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks.
The Uncertain Future of Golden State
The Warriors are in a tough position with a recent Jimmy Butler injury and a lack of help for point guard Stephen Curry, and must consider a rebuild.
What Shohei Ohtani Still Needs to Become the Greatest
Shohei Ohtani has already cemented himself in history as one of baseball’s most unique talents.
Sticky Fingers, Stronger Bonds: The Captains of Stuyvesant’s Ultimate Frisbee Team
This year’s captains, juniors Carter Kuo, Ryan Soon, and Max Xiao, share how they started their Ultimate Frisbee journeys, what challenges the team faces, and how Ultimate Frisbee continues to shape their high-school experiences.
The Underdog Rises: Gotham FC are Champions Once Again
By Janice Chen
A look into New York’s 2025 NWSL Championship.
The Whole Franchise is Consistent
By Max Schwartz
A deep dive into the OKC Thunder’s unparalleled meteoric rise to success and how they got here, along with a glimpse into the future—we will probably have to get used to seeing the blue and orange in the playoffs.
2025-26 Formula 1 Season Recap
By Jiho Lee
The 2025-26 Formula 1 season was defined by intense championship battles, standout performances, and unexpected twists that kept fans on edge until the final race.
Here Comes the Storm
By Erin Goggin, Rafael Zornoza
What’s in store for Stuyvesant’s varsity basketball team, the Storm? Delve into how team attitudes are shaping player performance this season.
Forging the Spartans: Boys’ Wrestling Rebuilds for the New Season
By Sophia Chen
As the Spartans adjust to a tougher division and an inexperienced roster, the season has become a test of whether individual achievements and accelerated training can compensate for limited varsity experience.
Inside the Storm
By Sophia Chen
Meet Kobe Lee, small forward of the Stuyvesant varsity basketball team, the Storm!
Strikes, Spares, and Spartans
By Alexander Smelyansky, Saif Iftikhar
Stuyvesant’s boys’ bowling team, the Spartans, reflect on the 2025–2026 season.
Peglegs Reach The Finals in a Historic Season
By Alexander Smelyansky, Saif Iftikhar
The boys’ soccer team, the Peglegs, reflect on a season where they reached the PSAL finals for the first time in team history.
Hot Topics of the 2026 MLB Season
By Angelica Pan
The most intriguing topics in this current 2026 Major League Baseball season and how they will play out.
The World’s Cup
How the world’s biggest sporting event promotes diplomacy, strengthens national identity, and elevates underrepresented nations on the global stage.
Manchester City vs Arsenal: The Run-In
By Arjun Basu
After three consecutive runner-up finishes and a 22-year wait for a league title, Arsenal survived a fierce season-long battle with Manchester City, overcoming constant pressure throughout the run-in before finally being crowned Premier League champions when City’s late slip against Bournemouth ended the race.
A Season to Remember for Girls’ Badminton
By Janice Chen
Despite not winning the city championship, the girls’ badminton team has a lot to be proud of after an undefeated regular season and a deep playoff run.
Here, The Tigers Roar
By Ahmet Sarisen, Saif Iftikhar
With standout performances across the roster, the Stuyvesant Tigers completed a breakthrough season, reaching the semifinals for the first time in four years after an 11-game unbeaten streak and a historic win over Bronx Science.
Sid Shirke—He’s a Runner He’s a Trackstar
Meet sophomore Sid Shirke, who runs the 400-meter and 200-meter events for the Stuyvesant Track and Field team.
This Game is Bananas, B-A-N-A-N-A-S
A look into how the Savannah Bananas are redefining baseball, one backflip at a time.
Peglegs RB/LB Aiden Bailey Commits to Play College Football at D2 Monroe, Highlighting Program’s Growing Recruiting Focus
Aiden Bailey’s commitment to Monroe marks both a personal milestone and a turning point for Stuyvesant football.
2026 World Cup Preview
By Logan Brown
A preview of the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is coming to Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
The Extra Cost Beyond the Tickets
As the World Cup approaches, hundreds of thousands of fans are attempting to figure out an additional cost to the games: transportation.
Running the Rebels: Junjie Huang
Through his discipline and composed mentality, sophomore Junjie Huang has emerged as a leader of the Runnin’ Rebels.
Behind the Plate with Ramona Weinstein
Stuyvesant’s varsity softball catcher Ramona Weinstein reflects on teamwork, growth, and the mental side of softball while sharing what makes the Renegades feel like a family.
Golden Tempo and the Gendered Structure of Sports Leadership
By Nina Benson
What Cherie DeVaux’s Kentucky Derby win as the first female trainer reveals about the lack of female power in sports.
Sports Nutrition: What Powers Elite Athletes
The impact of proper sports nutrition on athletic performance and recovery.
The Las Vegas Raiders’ Bright Future
(One sentence summary of your article): Coming off another losing season, the Las Vegas Raiders begin their shift to a new and much more promising era as we consider their coaching changes and immense talent.
Sawe Makes Marathon History
By Ashley Mui
Sebastian Sawe made marathon history by breaking the two-hour barrier at the 2026 London Marathon.
The Positive Mentality
By Nathan Lee
Meet Jacob Mui, co-captain of Stuyvesant’s varsity baseball team, the Peglegs.
The Celtics’ Unexpected Success This Season
By Logan Brown
The Celtics’ impressive performance this year was driven by great coaching and unlikely players stepping up into important roles.
World Baseball Classic Overview
By Angelica Pan
A summary of the 2026 World Baseball Classic, in which Venezuela took the win over the United States.
New Stadiums and Their (Lack Of) Public Transportation
New stadiums, of all sports and sizes, are popping up across the US, but many fail to include adequate transportation options.
The Hall of Fame’s Bizarre Bill Belichick Snub
By Anay Shandilya, Logan Brown
The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s inability to induct one of the greatest head coaches in NFL history tarnishes the organization’s reputation.
A Season For Carlesi
The Peglegs kicked off their season with a 4–3 victory over the reigning division champions Beacon High School.
Greyducks Bring Home Gold
By Ashley Mui
After years of coming up just short, the Stuyvesant boys track and field team came back stronger this season to win the Indoor Borough Championship by a wide margin.
Gold, Bold, and Breaking the Mold: Alysa Liu’s Rise to the Top
How Alysa Liu’s gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics is changing history.
NCAA Women’s Volleyball Tournament Recap
By Angelica Pan
A recap of the 2025 NCAA Women’s Volleyball season, and what to expect moving into the next season.
My NFL Honors Picks
These are my personal picks for the NFL Honors awards that will be announced on February 5, 2026.
Super Bowl LX Predictions
The Spectator’s Sports Department predicts the outcome of Super Bowl LX, played on February 8 between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks.
The Uncertain Future of Golden State
The Warriors are in a tough position with a recent Jimmy Butler injury and a lack of help for point guard Stephen Curry, and must consider a rebuild.
What Shohei Ohtani Still Needs to Become the Greatest
Shohei Ohtani has already cemented himself in history as one of baseball’s most unique talents.
Sticky Fingers, Stronger Bonds: The Captains of Stuyvesant’s Ultimate Frisbee Team
This year’s captains, juniors Carter Kuo, Ryan Soon, and Max Xiao, share how they started their Ultimate Frisbee journeys, what challenges the team faces, and how Ultimate Frisbee continues to shape their high-school experiences.
The Underdog Rises: Gotham FC are Champions Once Again
By Janice Chen
A look into New York’s 2025 NWSL Championship.
The Whole Franchise is Consistent
By Max Schwartz
A deep dive into the OKC Thunder’s unparalleled meteoric rise to success and how they got here, along with a glimpse into the future—we will probably have to get used to seeing the blue and orange in the playoffs.
2025-26 Formula 1 Season Recap
By Jiho Lee
The 2025-26 Formula 1 season was defined by intense championship battles, standout performances, and unexpected twists that kept fans on edge until the final race.
Here Comes the Storm
By Erin Goggin, Rafael Zornoza
What’s in store for Stuyvesant’s varsity basketball team, the Storm? Delve into how team attitudes are shaping player performance this season.
Forging the Spartans: Boys’ Wrestling Rebuilds for the New Season
By Sophia Chen
As the Spartans adjust to a tougher division and an inexperienced roster, the season has become a test of whether individual achievements and accelerated training can compensate for limited varsity experience.
Inside the Storm
By Sophia Chen
Meet Kobe Lee, small forward of the Stuyvesant varsity basketball team, the Storm!
Strikes, Spares, and Spartans
By Alexander Smelyansky, Saif Iftikhar
Stuyvesant’s boys’ bowling team, the Spartans, reflect on the 2025–2026 season.