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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.
Sports
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.
Sports
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.
Sports
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.
Sports
A Season For Carlesi
The Peglegs kicked off their season with a 4–3 victory over the reigning division champions Beacon High School.
Sports
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.
Sports
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.
Sports
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.
Sports
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.
Sports
Inside the Storm
By Sophia Chen
Meet Kobe Lee, small forward of the Stuyvesant varsity basketball team, the Storm!
Sports
Serving Up Shih
Meet Sophie Shih, captain of the Stuyvesant girls’ varsity tennis team, the Lady Lobsters!
Sports
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.
Sports
Strikes, Spares, and Spartans
By Alexander Smelyansky, Saif Iftikhar
Stuyvesant’s boys’ bowling team, the Spartans, reflect on the 2025–2026 season.
Sports
Final Inning, Lasting Legacy
Meet Jason Chao, Andrew Choi, and Jasper Yu-Dawidowicz, co-captains of the Stuyvesant boys’ baseball team, the Peglegs.
Sports
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.
Sports
Running the Rebels: Junjie Huang
Through his discipline and composed mentality, sophomore Junjie Huang has emerged as a leader of the Runnin’ Rebels.
Sports
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.
Sports
The Positive Mentality
By Nathan Lee
Meet Jacob Mui, co-captain of Stuyvesant’s varsity baseball team, the Peglegs.
Sports
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.
Sports
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.
Features
The Untold Story of Stuyvesant Track and Field Star Maurice Silverman (‘68)
By Ada Gordon
Maurice “Mo” Silverman (‘68), former “Athlete of the Year” and Track and Field captain, reflects on his athletic journey through and beyond Stuyvesant, recounting how his fierce determination and work ethic in sports opened opportunities for him.
Sports
How Tough? Stuy Tough?
The 2024-2025 season summary for Stuyvesant’s varsity wrestling team, the Spartans.
Sports
Grace, Grit, and Gold
Meet Shayna Wilson, member of the Stuyvesant girls varsity gymnastics team, the Panthers!
Sports
Leading the Cobras with Passion and Precision
Meet Andy Xian, captain of the Stuyvesant boys varsity fencing team, the Cobras!
Sports
Standing on Unfinished Business: The JV Peglegs Rebuild to Dominance
The 2024 Stuyvesant JV Peglegs overcame the loss of key players from the previous year, ultimately exceeding expectations with a 5-1 record as a result of strong leadership, innovative coaching, and a balanced offensive and defensive game plan.
Sports
Risen from the Ashes: A Summary of the Phoenix’s Impressive Season
By Jack Cao
As the epitome of resilience, the Stuyvesant’s girls’ varsity basketball team secured first place in their division against all odds.
Sports
It’s Comeback Season: Lindsey Vonn’s Triumphant Return
Lindsey Vonn makes a triumphant comeback and becomes the oldest female skier to make the World Cup podium.
Sports
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?
Sports
Who are the Beasts?
A summary of the 2024 season for the Beasts, Stuyesant’s boys’ varsity volleyball team.
Sports
Limitless Lady Lobsters
By Nina Benson
A summary of the Stuyvesant girls’ varsity tennis team’s season
Sports
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.
Sports
Boys’ Épée Fencers Charge their Way to Gold
By Ethan Lijin
Despite less-than-ideal circumstances, the Stuyvesant boys’ fencing team rose to claim the throne as épée champions.
Sports
The Course of the Vixens
The Vixens dominated their regular season and advanced to playoffs for a phenomenal season.
Sports
On Par with Greatness
By Stefan Broge
The Penguins defended their title as City Champs through hard work and dedication.
Sports
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.
Sports
How to Get Big Shoulders
By Duncan Park
Meet Josephine Yoo, captain of the girls’ varsity swimming and diving team!
Sports
Pressure and Positivity: How the Vipers Made Their Comeback Season
An overview of Stuyvesant’s girls’ fencing team 2024 season and the changes they made that led them to an almost perfect season.
Sports
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.
Sports
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.
Sports
Final Inning, Lasting Legacy
Meet Jason Chao, Andrew Choi, and Jasper Yu-Dawidowicz, co-captains of the Stuyvesant boys’ baseball team, the Peglegs.
Sports
Who are the Beasts?
A summary of the 2024 season for the Beasts, Stuyesant’s boys’ varsity volleyball team.
Sports
Pressure and Positivity: How the Vipers Made Their Comeback Season
An overview of Stuyvesant’s girls’ fencing team 2024 season and the changes they made that led them to an almost perfect season.
Sports
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.
Sports
Running the Rebels: Junjie Huang
Through his discipline and composed mentality, sophomore Junjie Huang has emerged as a leader of the Runnin’ Rebels.
Sports
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.
Sports
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.
Sports
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.
Sports
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.
Sports
The Positive Mentality
By Nathan Lee
Meet Jacob Mui, co-captain of Stuyvesant’s varsity baseball team, the Peglegs.
Features
The Untold Story of Stuyvesant Track and Field Star Maurice Silverman (‘68)
By Ada Gordon
Maurice “Mo” Silverman (‘68), former “Athlete of the Year” and Track and Field captain, reflects on his athletic journey through and beyond Stuyvesant, recounting how his fierce determination and work ethic in sports opened opportunities for him.
Sports
Risen from the Ashes: A Summary of the Phoenix’s Impressive Season
By Jack Cao
As the epitome of resilience, the Stuyvesant’s girls’ varsity basketball team secured first place in their division against all odds.
Sports
It’s Comeback Season: Lindsey Vonn’s Triumphant Return
Lindsey Vonn makes a triumphant comeback and becomes the oldest female skier to make the World Cup podium.
Sports
How Tough? Stuy Tough?
The 2024-2025 season summary for Stuyvesant’s varsity wrestling team, the Spartans.
Sports
A Season For Carlesi
The Peglegs kicked off their season with a 4–3 victory over the reigning division champions Beacon High School.
Sports
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.
Sports
Grace, Grit, and Gold
Meet Shayna Wilson, member of the Stuyvesant girls varsity gymnastics team, the Panthers!
Sports
Leading the Cobras with Passion and Precision
Meet Andy Xian, captain of the Stuyvesant boys varsity fencing team, the Cobras!
Sports
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.
Sports
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.
Sports
Standing on Unfinished Business: The JV Peglegs Rebuild to Dominance
The 2024 Stuyvesant JV Peglegs overcame the loss of key players from the previous year, ultimately exceeding expectations with a 5-1 record as a result of strong leadership, innovative coaching, and a balanced offensive and defensive game plan.
Sports
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.
Sports
Inside the Storm
By Sophia Chen
Meet Kobe Lee, small forward of the Stuyvesant varsity basketball team, the Storm!
Sports
Serving Up Shih
Meet Sophie Shih, captain of the Stuyvesant girls’ varsity tennis team, the Lady Lobsters!
Sports
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.
Sports
Strikes, Spares, and Spartans
By Alexander Smelyansky, Saif Iftikhar
Stuyvesant’s boys’ bowling team, the Spartans, reflect on the 2025–2026 season.
Sports
Limitless Lady Lobsters
By Nina Benson
A summary of the Stuyvesant girls’ varsity tennis team’s season
Sports
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.
Sports
Boys’ Épée Fencers Charge their Way to Gold
By Ethan Lijin
Despite less-than-ideal circumstances, the Stuyvesant boys’ fencing team rose to claim the throne as épée champions.
Sports
The Course of the Vixens
The Vixens dominated their regular season and advanced to playoffs for a phenomenal season.
Sports
On Par with Greatness
By Stefan Broge
The Penguins defended their title as City Champs through hard work and dedication.
Sports
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.
Sports
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?
Sports
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.
Sports
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.
