Sports
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.
The Underdog Rises: Gotham FC are Champions Once Again
By Janice Chen
A look into New York’s 2025 NWSL Championship.
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.
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.
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.
Inside the Storm
By Sophia Chen
Meet Kobe Lee, small forward of the Stuyvesant varsity basketball team, the Storm!
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.
Strikes, Spares, and Spartans
By Alexander Smelyansky, Saif Iftikhar
Stuyvesant’s boys’ bowling team, the Spartans, reflect on the 2025–2026 season.
Serving Up Shih
Meet Sophie Shih, captain of the Stuyvesant girls’ varsity tennis team, the Lady Lobsters!
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.
The Vixens’ Valiant Victories
The Vixens, Stuyvesant’s Girl Varsity Volleyball team, reflects on an undefeated season as they embark on a playoffs campaign.
The Centennial Season Preview
The New York Rangers enter their centennial season seeking to win the franchise’s fifth Stanley Cup after a summer full of changes.
He Was Averaging 40
By Max Schwartz
James Harden’s career in the making, focusing on his generational run during the 2018-2019 season.
The High Price of Low Ethics: Inside the NBA’s Mafia-Linked Betting Scheme
A look at the recent FBI illegal gambling investigations in connection with prominent NBA players and what it implies for the future of sports betting.
3,000 Strikeouts Later, Clayton Kershaw Hangs Up his Cleats
By Angelica Pan
A summary of the legendary Clayton Kershaw’s remarkable career and what’s next.
Coach John Carlesi: Remembered by Those Who Knew Him
The Editorial Board shares the heartfelt remembrances of those who knew and loved baseball coach John Carlesi, who recently passed away.
In Loving Memory of Coach John Carlesi: August 29, 1967–July 6, 2025
By Hifza Kaleem
The Spectator honors the life of beloved Peglegs coach John Carlesi, who recently passed away.
No TD without JD
By Sophia Chen
Meet Jonathan David, captain of the Stuyvesant varsity football team, the Peglegs!
The Revival of Stuyvesant Varsity Football
By Jiho Lee, Krish Singhal, Nathan Lee
Stuyvesant Football has become a dominant program because of their improvements, additions, and closeness.
The Kawhi Leonard Accusations
By Max Schwartz
The Kawhi Leonard drama highlights the major issues associated with the current NBA salary cap rules.
The Asia Cup Controversy: Politics in Sports
By Zamir Karim
The India-Pakistan rivalry has taken a turn for the worse during this year’s Asia Cup tournament, destroying a long standing tradition of respect and sportsmanship between the two teams.
Liberty’s Grit Ends in Defeat
By Ashley Mui
The New York Liberty’s title defense ended with a tough loss to Phoenix as a result of Breanna Stewart’s injury being too big of an obstacle to overcome.
Running for the Feed, Not the Finish
Commercialization has infiltrated the running community, leading participants to value aesthetics over athletics as well as overshadowing the core values that running is associated with.
Inside the NBA’s New Media Deal: What It Means and Why It Matters
By Jiho Lee
The NBA’s new media rights deal kicks in at the beginning of this season, creating both benefits and drawbacks for the league.
From Flicks to Flèches
Meet Henry Woodcock and James Clare, co-captains of the Stuyvesant boys fencing team, the Cobras!
Streameast: Why the Shutdown Solves Nothing
By Nina Benson
The shutdown of Streamest, the largest illegal sports streaming website, reveals how rising costs and limited access exclude true fans.
Lady Peglegs Look to Build on Previous State-Bound Success
By Sophia Chen
The girls’ cross country team enters this season aiming to build on the previous season’s momentum and secure their place at the top.
Fantasy Football; What’s Not to Like?
By Nathan Lee
Fantasy football has become a key feature of the NFL season for millions of fans, creating an additional element of competition and rivalry.
McLaren In Monte Carlo: A Sign of Rebirth
McLaren’s big win at the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix, led by Lando Norris’s standout performance, marks a strong comeback for the team and shows they’re ready to fight for dominance again.
Final Inning, Lasting Legacy
Meet Jason Chao, Andrew Choi, and Jasper Yu-Dawidowicz, co-captains of the Stuyvesant boys’ baseball team, the Peglegs.
The Knicks’ Next Chapter
The Knicks enter the 2025/26 campaign under new head coach Mike Brown as they chase the franchise’s first championship in over 50 years.
Champions at Last: PSG Wins their First European Cup
By Stefan Broge
After decades of falling short, a reborn PSG side finally has won the Champions League.
The New York Knicks
The Knicks’ improvements from last season; a summary of this season and their achievements; and a quick glimpse into the next season.
McLaren In Monte Carlo: A Sign of Rebirth
McLaren’s big win at the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix, led by Lando Norris’s standout performance, marks a strong comeback for the team and shows they’re ready to fight for dominance again.
Final Inning, Lasting Legacy
Meet Jason Chao, Andrew Choi, and Jasper Yu-Dawidowicz, co-captains of the Stuyvesant boys’ baseball team, the Peglegs.
“I Always Win Things in my Second Year”
After yet another home defeat against rivals Arsenal, few expected Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou to have positive sentiment to share
Is the WNBA Reaching its Full Potential?
By Erin Goggin
As the WNBA becomes increasingly popular, it has big plans hatching into action that aid in its success and help its athletes prosper.
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.
The Underdog Rises: Gotham FC are Champions Once Again
By Janice Chen
A look into New York’s 2025 NWSL Championship.
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.
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.
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.
Inside the Storm
By Sophia Chen
Meet Kobe Lee, small forward of the Stuyvesant varsity basketball team, the Storm!
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.
Strikes, Spares, and Spartans
By Alexander Smelyansky, Saif Iftikhar
Stuyvesant’s boys’ bowling team, the Spartans, reflect on the 2025–2026 season.
Serving Up Shih
Meet Sophie Shih, captain of the Stuyvesant girls’ varsity tennis team, the Lady Lobsters!
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.
The Vixens’ Valiant Victories
The Vixens, Stuyvesant’s Girl Varsity Volleyball team, reflects on an undefeated season as they embark on a playoffs campaign.
The High Price of Low Ethics: Inside the NBA’s Mafia-Linked Betting Scheme
A look at the recent FBI illegal gambling investigations in connection with prominent NBA players and what it implies for the future of sports betting.
The Centennial Season Preview
The New York Rangers enter their centennial season seeking to win the franchise’s fifth Stanley Cup after a summer full of changes.
He Was Averaging 40
By Max Schwartz
James Harden’s career in the making, focusing on his generational run during the 2018-2019 season.
The Clock Is Ticking for the WNBA
By Janice Chen
A look into the WNBA CBA negotiations between the players and the league.
Hype vs. Hard Work: How Consistency is Being Overshadowed by Glamour
The 2025 Ballon d’Or ended with Yamal in second place and Raphinha in fifth, displaying how youth stardom is increasingly appreciated more than established veterans.
3,000 Strikeouts Later, Clayton Kershaw Hangs Up his Cleats
By Angelica Pan
A summary of the legendary Clayton Kershaw’s remarkable career and what’s next.
No TD without JD
By Sophia Chen
Meet Jonathan David, captain of the Stuyvesant varsity football team, the Peglegs!
The Revival of Stuyvesant Varsity Football
By Jiho Lee, Krish Singhal, Nathan Lee
Stuyvesant Football has become a dominant program because of their improvements, additions, and closeness.
The Kawhi Leonard Accusations
By Max Schwartz
The Kawhi Leonard drama highlights the major issues associated with the current NBA salary cap rules.
The Asia Cup Controversy: Politics in Sports
By Zamir Karim
The India-Pakistan rivalry has taken a turn for the worse during this year’s Asia Cup tournament, destroying a long standing tradition of respect and sportsmanship between the two teams.
Liberty’s Grit Ends in Defeat
By Ashley Mui
The New York Liberty’s title defense ended with a tough loss to Phoenix as a result of Breanna Stewart’s injury being too big of an obstacle to overcome.
Running for the Feed, Not the Finish
Commercialization has infiltrated the running community, leading participants to value aesthetics over athletics as well as overshadowing the core values that running is associated with.
Inside the NBA’s New Media Deal: What It Means and Why It Matters
By Jiho Lee
The NBA’s new media rights deal kicks in at the beginning of this season, creating both benefits and drawbacks for the league.
From Flicks to Flèches
Meet Henry Woodcock and James Clare, co-captains of the Stuyvesant boys fencing team, the Cobras!
Streameast: Why the Shutdown Solves Nothing
By Nina Benson
The shutdown of Streamest, the largest illegal sports streaming website, reveals how rising costs and limited access exclude true fans.
Coach John Carlesi: Remembered by Those Who Knew Him
The Editorial Board shares the heartfelt remembrances of those who knew and loved baseball coach John Carlesi, who recently passed away.
Lady Peglegs Look to Build on Previous State-Bound Success
By Sophia Chen
The girls’ cross country team enters this season aiming to build on the previous season’s momentum and secure their place at the top.