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The Burlingame B

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The Burlingame B

Senior and co-captain Siena La Mark gathers the ball to shoot a three against Willow Glen’s formidable defense.

Girls’ basketball ends season with loss to Willow Glen in CCS playoffs

Emma Yu, Arts Director
February 28, 2025

The final buzzer in the girls' varsity basketball game against Willow Glen High School on Saturday, Feb. 22 signaled the end of three things: The game, their journey in the Central Coast Section (CCS)...

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Senior Andrew Jarrett wrestles his opponent at the CCS Masters tournament on Saturday, Feb. 22.

Aguilar and Jarrett qualify for wrestling state championships

Will Kriner, Copy Editor
February 27, 2025

On Saturday, Feb. 22, the wrestling team sent seniors Lauren Aguilar and Andrew Jarrett, sophomore Julian Lee, and freshman Nora Scopazzi to represent Burlingame at the Central Coast Section (CCS) Masters...

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As student-athletes, junior Mika Haggarty, sophomore Vivienne French, and senior Joss Tramel overcome an additional challenge. Each of them has to manage a medical condition by using medical devices, and specialized equipment, or adjusting their positions on the field to optimize their performance.  Photo courtesy of Joss Tramel (left) Viviene French (right)

How three athletes navigate sports with health challenges

Josie Wettan, Social Media Manager
February 26, 2025

For any athlete, the position they play on the field, court, or pool is an important aspect of their performance. But for sophomore Vivienne French, playing right wing on the junior varsity soccer team...

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Junior point guard Jean-Luc Uharriet tries to get past an Oak Grove defender.

Boys’ basketball dominates Oak Grove to advance to CCS quarterfinals

Kai Shah, Sports Editor
February 25, 2025

Boys’ varsity basketball comfortably defeated Oak Grove High School 79-50 to advance to the Division III Central Coast Section (CCS) quarterfinals on Saturday, Feb. 22. The Panthers faced Oak Grove...

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Junior Haleh Ansari leaps to score a fastbreak layup during the team's last league game on Friday, Feb. 14.

Girls’ basketball loses final league game to Terra Nova on heartbreaking buzzer-beater

Emma Yu, Arts Director
February 20, 2025

Five seconds. What could the other team possibly do in just five seconds before the game ends? Well, win it. In a devastating twist, girls' varsity basketball suffered a slim, last-second 47-45 defeat...

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The winning goal not only gave boys’ soccer the win but also made them eligible for the postseason CCS tournament.

Last-minute heroics fuel boys’ soccer playoff berth

Henry Gardner, Managing Editor
February 17, 2025

With the season on the line and needing a win to make the playoffs on Friday, Feb. 14, boys’ soccer trailed 1-0 almost into the 90th minute against Aragon High School. It seemed like a disappointing...

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Junior point guard Jean-Luc Uharriet scans the court and looks for an open teammate.

Boys’ basketball advances to playoffs with comeback win over Hillsdale

Kai Shah, Sports Editor
February 14, 2025

Boys’ varsity basketball defeated Hillsdale High School 56-49 to clinch a Central Coast Section (CCS) playoff berth on Wednesday, Feb. 12. Coming off a senior night win last Friday versus Jefferson,...

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Junior Miles Reeth faces off with his San Mateo opponent Ricky Gomez at the start of the period.

League denies Burlingame’s appeal as wrestling falls to San Mateo in narrow defeat

Will Kriner, Copy Editor
February 10, 2025

On Thursday, Jan. 30, varsity wrestling (4-3) narrowly lost to San Mateo High School in a hard-fought contest, losing on criteria after a 42-42 tie. The Panthers were able to rally back after trailing...

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Sophomore Natalie Chen dribbles the ball on offense looking for an equalizing goal against Aragon High School on Tuesday, Jan. 28.

Girls’ soccer secures draw against Aragon in close matchup

Kaylee Hwang and Abby Zarahn
January 31, 2025

Despite falling behind early, girls’ varsity soccer fought for a 2-2 draw against Aragon High School on Tuesday, Jan. 28. Strong performances from key players, including several underclassmen, and consistent...

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Junior Haley Baird attempts to jump over a large obstacle on her horse in the Show Jumping event.

Junior Haley Baird displays unique skills through equestrian competitions

Kai Shah, Sports Editor
January 31, 2025

Junior Haley Baird began her horseback riding journey when she went to her friend's birthday party at age six. After trying it out at the party and taking more lessons, her interest in horseback riding...

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Freshman forward Lucca Maher drives on the baseline against a Woodside defender. Maher finished the game with a team-high 21 points.

Boys’ basketball edges out Woodside in crucial league matchup

Kai Shah, Sports Editor
January 21, 2025

Boys’ varsity basketball defeated Woodside High School 52-44 in a pivotal game to increase their playoff hopes on Friday, Jan. 17. The Panthers jumped on the Wildcats early in the first quarter, establishing...

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Sophomore Lauren Dener narrowly beats the Woodside defender and prepares to pass.

Girls’ soccer rallies from early deficit for draw with Woodside

Kaylee Hwang and Abby Zarahn
January 17, 2025

Despite a difficult start, girls’ varsity soccer fought back to secure a 2-2 draw in their league opener against Woodside High School on Tuesday, Jan. 14. A resilient second-half effort, carried by standout...

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