Sports
College Football At Its Peak—Rivalry Week
By Ben Rudinski
The 2024 Rivalry Week in college football was no exception, featuring stunning upsets and intense battles on the field that have significantly impacted the College Football
Roki Sasaki Could be MLB’s Next Ace
Roki Sasaki is poised to shake up the free agency market, with top teams vying to secure his elite talent.
Can Bronny James Live Up to the Hype?
By Erin Goggin
Following the 2024 NBA Draft, Bronny James has had to combat the imposter-syndrome imposed on him by fans due to the impact of his father’s legacy.
How to Lose a World Series in 5 Days
The Yankees haven’t had good fundamentals for years, but this time it cost them a shot at a ring.
Ipswich Town: A Rocky Yet Hopeful Start to the Premier League
By Ben Rudinski
Ipswich Town’s bold signings, resilient performances, and determination to compete in the Premier League make them a team to watch, despite their winless run so far.
The Rise of the Fallen Quarterback
By Duncan Park
With the increase of once-failed quarterbacks who have found success on new teams, it’s time to examine how organizations treat rookie quarterbacks.
These Mets
By Khush Wadhwa
The 2024 Mets do not belong in the playoffs. Let’s recap exactly what brought them here.
PSAL All Access: The Road to Sports for All
By Eli Lifton
It’s been 2 years since the PSAL introduced its All-Access Program. What does it mean to teams and players?
Was the UFC at the Sphere the “greatest live sporting event of all time”?
UFC president Dana White hyped up the pay-per-view event at the Sphere to be one of the greatest live sporting events, but did it manage to meet the extremely high expectations set by the company?
Double Plays and Double Standards
By Hifza Kaleem
Sports are often treated as a solely male space, but female fans deserve to be accepted and involved as well.
Remembering the Gaudreau Brothers: A Tribute to Two Lives Spent on the Ice
This article commemorates the lives and careers of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, who were able to leave their legacies engraved in hockey history without knowing what limited time they had to do so. After the two gave life to the game of hockey, this article publicizes both their successes and the outstanding grief the hockey community is facing.
USA Basketball Team: “The Avengers”
Team USA’s men's basketball team’s accomplishments and GOAT debate.
Summer Tennis: Review and Predictions
By Nina Benson
Highlights from the past few major tournaments and moments that defined this season on the court, and what they imply for upcoming tournaments.
New Season, New Faces
By Jack Cao
As the 2024-25 soccer season is starting up, The Spectator wants to bring you up to speed with some of the sport’s biggest summer player transfers.
Back Again: The Penguins Win City Champs for the Second Year in a Row
By Tahlia Jamir
The Penguins defended their title as City Champs through hard work and dedication.
Lessons from Westfalenstadion
By Khush Wadhwa
Lessons learned from a trip to Westfalenstadion, one of Germany’s largest professional football stadiums.
The Final Whistle: The Mimbas’ and Their Bittersweet Defeat in Playoffs
The girls’ soccer team compensated for lost starters, making it to playoffs, showcasing their unparalleled team chemistry and work ethic.
Pinstripe Hopes and Postseason Woes
By Hifza Kaleem
A reflection on the New York Yankees’ return to the 2024 World Series, a highly anticipated yet disappointing experience.
The Next Generation, NHL Edition
By Kai Russell
With the emergence of young talents like Connor Bedard, Matvei Michkov, and Macklin Celebrini, the NHL has a bright future unparalleled by years prior.
Scores, S’mores, and More!
By Duncan Park
Meet Rebecca Pereira and Karina Gupta, captains of the girls’ varsity soccer team!
Kicking Off to Win: The Promising Season for the Peglegs
With strong leadership and hustle, the Peglegs have a promising season ahead.
Tua’s Toughest Decision: Football Fame vs. Lifelong Brain Health
By Nina Benson
A review of Miami Dolphins Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s third concussion and what that implies for his future and the future of concussion protocols in the NFL.
Climbing to the Stars
By Boone Ireland, Timofey Volvovskiy
This article commemorates the lives and careers of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, who were able to leave their legacies engraved in hockey history without knowing what limited time they had to do so. After the two gave life to the game of hockey, this article publicizes both their successes and the outstanding grief the hockey community is facing.
The French Michael Phelps
By Stefan Broge
Recap of Marchand’s perfect Olympics and insight into his developing career as the world’s leading swimmer.
An Entertaining Summer with the Euros
With new records set and many upsets, the 2024 Euros was an entertaining tournament that is written in the history books.
Premier League Preview
The Premier League is back! Here is the ultimate season preview where you will find everything you need to know for the upcoming 24-25 campaign.
The Huskies Look to Bounce Back
By Jack Cao
After a transitional year filled with early challenges, the Stuyvesant Huskies have done exceptionally well to build themselves a great foundation for next season.
Slapping to Victory
The girls’ handball team was able to rebuild their roster and break through the wall in order to accomplish city playoffs and pull off a great season.
Stability for Women’s Hockey, Finally
By Kai Russell
With the success of the PWHL’s inaugural season, professional women’s hockey has finally become viable for players and fans alike.
Waving Sticks in the Air
By Christopher Shen, Haowen Yan
The Stuyvesant boys’ lacrosse team set a new stage for the future of the sport following a change in head coach and put a foot in the right direction.
Samurai Spirit: How Japan is Influencing Baseball
Japanese players like Shohei Ohtani and Shota Imanaga are currently excelling in MLB, but what is behind their success?
Birdies Flying High
By Tahlia Jamir, Timofey Volvovskiy
The life of a badminton player, from the fun to the challenges and everything in between.
Borough Champions: A Dive Into the Boys Outdoor Track Success Story and Why We at Stuyvesant Choose to be Winners
By Ethan Kwok
This article examines the success of the boys outdoor track team and identifies what it means to be a winner.
How to Get Big Shoulders
By Duncan Park
Meet Josephine Yoo, captain of the girls’ varsity swimming and diving team!
Juicy Drama: Jannik Sinner’s Positive Drug Tests
By Nina Benson
A look into Jannik Sinner's positive drug tests and whether his status as the world number one may have influenced the leniency of his case.
The Spectator’s Recap of a Summer of Sports
By Duncan Park
With all the sports action that took place over the summer, here’s a comprehensive recap of all the big events you may have missed.
Pan Zhanle Shatters the 100-Meter Freestyle Record, Sparking Both Applause and Debate
By Ethan Lijin
Pan Zhanle’s amazing performances in the 100-meter freestyle have earned him praise from around the world while igniting another controversy surrounding Chinese athletics.
Limitless Lady Lobsters
By Nina Benson
A summary of the Stuyvesant girls’ varsity tennis team’s season
The Huskies Look to Bounce Back
By Jack Cao
After a transitional year filled with early challenges, the Stuyvesant Huskies have done exceptionally well to build themselves a great foundation for next season.
Slapping to Victory
The girls’ handball team was able to rebuild their roster and break through the wall in order to accomplish city playoffs and pull off a great season.
Stability for Women’s Hockey, Finally
By Kai Russell
With the success of the PWHL’s inaugural season, professional women’s hockey has finally become viable for players and fans alike.
Waving Sticks in the Air
By Christopher Shen, Haowen Yan
The Stuyvesant boys’ lacrosse team set a new stage for the future of the sport following a change in head coach and put a foot in the right direction.
Samurai Spirit: How Japan is Influencing Baseball
Japanese players like Shohei Ohtani and Shota Imanaga are currently excelling in MLB, but what is behind their success?
Birdies Flying High
By Tahlia Jamir, Timofey Volvovskiy
The life of a badminton player, from the fun to the challenges and everything in between.
Borough Champions: A Dive Into the Boys Outdoor Track Success Story and Why We at Stuyvesant Choose to be Winners
By Ethan Kwok
This article examines the success of the boys outdoor track team and identifies what it means to be a winner.
College Football At Its Peak—Rivalry Week
By Ben Rudinski
The 2024 Rivalry Week in college football was no exception, featuring stunning upsets and intense battles on the field that have significantly impacted the College Football
Back Again: The Penguins Win City Champs for the Second Year in a Row
By Tahlia Jamir
The Penguins defended their title as City Champs through hard work and dedication.
Roki Sasaki Could be MLB’s Next Ace
Roki Sasaki is poised to shake up the free agency market, with top teams vying to secure his elite talent.
Lessons from Westfalenstadion
By Khush Wadhwa
Lessons learned from a trip to Westfalenstadion, one of Germany’s largest professional football stadiums.
The Final Whistle: The Mimbas’ and Their Bittersweet Defeat in Playoffs
The girls’ soccer team compensated for lost starters, making it to playoffs, showcasing their unparalleled team chemistry and work ethic.
Pinstripe Hopes and Postseason Woes
By Hifza Kaleem
A reflection on the New York Yankees’ return to the 2024 World Series, a highly anticipated yet disappointing experience.
Can Bronny James Live Up to the Hype?
By Erin Goggin
Following the 2024 NBA Draft, Bronny James has had to combat the imposter-syndrome imposed on him by fans due to the impact of his father’s legacy.
How to Lose a World Series in 5 Days
The Yankees haven’t had good fundamentals for years, but this time it cost them a shot at a ring.
Ipswich Town: A Rocky Yet Hopeful Start to the Premier League
By Ben Rudinski
Ipswich Town’s bold signings, resilient performances, and determination to compete in the Premier League make them a team to watch, despite their winless run so far.
The Rise of the Fallen Quarterback
By Duncan Park
With the increase of once-failed quarterbacks who have found success on new teams, it’s time to examine how organizations treat rookie quarterbacks.
The Next Generation, NHL Edition
By Kai Russell
With the emergence of young talents like Connor Bedard, Matvei Michkov, and Macklin Celebrini, the NHL has a bright future unparalleled by years prior.
These Mets
By Khush Wadhwa
The 2024 Mets do not belong in the playoffs. Let’s recap exactly what brought them here.
PSAL All Access: The Road to Sports for All
By Eli Lifton
It’s been 2 years since the PSAL introduced its All-Access Program. What does it mean to teams and players?
Scores, S’mores, and More!
By Duncan Park
Meet Rebecca Pereira and Karina Gupta, captains of the girls’ varsity soccer team!
Kicking Off to Win: The Promising Season for the Peglegs
With strong leadership and hustle, the Peglegs have a promising season ahead.
Tua’s Toughest Decision: Football Fame vs. Lifelong Brain Health
By Nina Benson
A review of Miami Dolphins Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s third concussion and what that implies for his future and the future of concussion protocols in the NFL.
Was the UFC at the Sphere the “greatest live sporting event of all time”?
UFC president Dana White hyped up the pay-per-view event at the Sphere to be one of the greatest live sporting events, but did it manage to meet the extremely high expectations set by the company?
Double Plays and Double Standards
By Hifza Kaleem
Sports are often treated as a solely male space, but female fans deserve to be accepted and involved as well.
Climbing to the Stars
By Boone Ireland, Timofey Volvovskiy
This article commemorates the lives and careers of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, who were able to leave their legacies engraved in hockey history without knowing what limited time they had to do so. After the two gave life to the game of hockey, this article publicizes both their successes and the outstanding grief the hockey community is facing.
Remembering the Gaudreau Brothers: A Tribute to Two Lives Spent on the Ice
This article commemorates the lives and careers of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, who were able to leave their legacies engraved in hockey history without knowing what limited time they had to do so. After the two gave life to the game of hockey, this article publicizes both their successes and the outstanding grief the hockey community is facing.
Erling Haaland: Record-Maker, Cucurella-Breaker, Norwegian Penalty Taker
Following an early Champions League exit, Haaland has turned the tide and bounced back into form breaking records in the Premier League.
USA Basketball Team: “The Avengers”
Team USA’s men's basketball team’s accomplishments and GOAT debate.
Summer Tennis: Review and Predictions
By Nina Benson
Highlights from the past few major tournaments and moments that defined this season on the court, and what they imply for upcoming tournaments.
New Season, New Faces
By Jack Cao
As the 2024-25 soccer season is starting up, The Spectator wants to bring you up to speed with some of the sport’s biggest summer player transfers.
How to Get Big Shoulders
By Duncan Park
Meet Josephine Yoo, captain of the girls’ varsity swimming and diving team!
The Paris Olympics: The Stars To Know
Every Olympics is filled with the top athletes, but there are always the few breakout stars who capture the public's attention. The Paris games proved to be a fan of men’s swimming, men’s gymnastics, men’s track and field, basketball, and women’s rugby.
The French Michael Phelps
By Stefan Broge
Recap of Marchand’s perfect Olympics and insight into his developing career as the world’s leading swimmer.
Juicy Drama: Jannik Sinner’s Positive Drug Tests
By Nina Benson
A look into Jannik Sinner's positive drug tests and whether his status as the world number one may have influenced the leniency of his case.
An Entertaining Summer with the Euros
With new records set and many upsets, the 2024 Euros was an entertaining tournament that is written in the history books.
The Spectator’s Recap of a Summer of Sports
By Duncan Park
With all the sports action that took place over the summer, here’s a comprehensive recap of all the big events you may have missed.
