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Harker Aquila

Jock of All Trades: Episode 1

Jock of All Trades: Episode 1

by Kushal Shah, Vishnu Kannan, and Muthu Panchanatham April 21, 2019

From Harker Aquila, Jock Of All Trades is a sports podcast hosted by Kushal Shah (10), Muthu Panchanatham (9) and Vishnu Kannan (9). This edition features an exclusive interview with lacrosse...

Taylor Lam (12) throws a ball to second base in a game against El Camino High. The Eagles won the game 14-11.

Weekly roundup: Spring teams keep the ball rolling

by Anna Vazhaeparambil, Asst. Sports Editor April 16, 2019

Softball: The girls softball team earned their second win of their league season this week, beating Notre Dame High School 13-5 on Tuesday and increasing their record to 2-5. In a non-league game against...

Ihita, Alex and Angela hold bouquets ahead of the meet. “This is their last event with our school, and it’s kind of sad to think about, so we’d like to end it with a joyous festival to honor all of them,” Cassandra Ruedy (11) said.

Swimmers celebrate senior night with win over Kings

by Nicole Tian, Reporter April 12, 2019

The swim team celebrated their senior night today at a swim meet against Kings Academy, honoring senior athletes Angela Li, Ihita Mandal, Alex Yu and Logan Bhamidipaty, who was unable to attend. Before...

Luke Wancewicz (10) hits the ball against Westmoor. With two wins this week, the Eagles increased their league record to 4-1 and their overall record to 7-3.

Weekly roundup: Spring sports knock competition out of park

by Anna Vazhaeparambil, Reporter April 3, 2019

Baseball: Although their match on Monday against Woodside High School rained out, ending in 4-0 to the Eagles, the varsity baseball team still gained two more wins this week, increasing their league record...

Brian Pinkston (10) and Chris Gong (12) reach to spike the ball at the same time during Friday's game against Monta Vista.

Harker loses 3-2 against rival team Monta Vista

by Nina Gee, Visuals Editor March 26, 2019

In one of the toughest games of the season, the varsity boys volleyball team, ranked 7th in the nation, lost to the 4th ranking school, Monta Vista, in a head-to-head match in 5 matches last Friday,...

Trevor Thompson (12) steps up to bat, preparing for the pitch to be thrown. Despite their Friday game being cancelled, the Eagles still played well during the match, with strategic hits from freshman Bobby Wang and senior Zachary Hoffman and a dive for home base by junior Max Lee.

Weekly roundup: Spring sports approach hurdles

by Anna Vazhaeparambil, Reporter March 26, 2019

Baseball After a strong performance, the varsity baseball team ended this week with two consecutive wins, beating Jefferson High School 6-5 on Tuesday and Crystal Springs Uplands 16-7 on Thursday. Their...

Billy Fan (10) reaches up to hit the ball during a game against rival Monta Vista High School on March 22.

Boys volleyball ranked first in CCS, seventh in nation

by Aditya Singhvi, Sports Editor March 20, 2019

The boys’ volleyball team, currently 14-1, was ranked first in the Central Coast Section (CCS) and seventh in both the state and the nation in the latest standings released by MaxPreps. This represents...

Andrew Chang (10) swims during the swim meet on Thursday. Matthew placed first in the 200 meter and 500 meter freestyle.

Weekly roundup: Week of March 11

by Anna Vazhaeparambil, Reporter March 17, 2019

Baseball After a 6-1 loss against Jefferson High School on Tuesday, Mar 12, the varsity baseball team defeated Crystal Springs Uplands 7-6 in their first league win, increasing their record to 1-1. Despite...

Kai Franz (12) returns the ball during the match against Kings on Monday. Their overall record now stands at 4-1.

Varsity boys tennis secures win over King’s

by Anmol Velagapudi, Reporter March 15, 2019

Varsity boys tennis defeated King's 6-1 on Monday at the Blackford tennis courts. The match was postponed from last week due to the rainy conditions. The boys next play against Crystal Springs on Monday...

Harker swimmers attend practice on Mar. 6. After a strong performance at the Palo Alto Invitational on Saturday, Mar 2, the swimming team continues training for their next tournament on Mar. 14.

Weekly roundup: Spring sports kick off with a splash

by Anna Vazhaeparambil, Reporter March 10, 2019

Baseball The varsity baseball team’s games against Del Mar High School on Tuesday and Woodside High School on Thursday have been canceled due to the weather and are aiming to be rescheduled in April....

Billy Fan (10) jumps up and serves against Homestead. The team has an 18-0 record set-wise this season.

Varsity boys volleyball continues streak with win over Homestead

by Aditya Singhvi, Sports Editor March 6, 2019

The varsity boys volleyball team won 25-16, 25-16, 25-12 against Homestead at home on Monday evening, bringing their overall record to 6-0. The volleyball team has fared especially well so far this...

Dylan Williams (10) scoops the ball during the varsity lacrosse game on Friday. The girls next play against Newark on Monday.

Girls lacrosse starts off season on a high note with win over Willow Glen

by Aditya Singhvi, Sports Editor March 5, 2019

The varsity girls lacrosse team won their season opener against Willow Glen 19-11 at home on Davis Field. The Eagles were up 9-5 at the end of the first half and built upon that lead to secure the win. The...

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