Antonio Brown Released by Raiders

Sports

Finishing last place in the American Football Conference with a meager 4-12 record in the 2018-19 season, Raiders fans could not have been more disappointed with the season.

USWNT Advocates for Equal Pay Post FIFA World Cup Win

News

Anyone who’s paid attention to soccer, sports, or news in general over the summer probably heard that the United States Women’s National Soccer Team won the 2019 Fédération Internationale de Football Association Women’s World Cup.

Singleton’s Legacy Revolutionizes Film

Entertainment

Influential film director John Daniel Singleton recently died on April 28, 2019. He was 51 years old. Boyz n the Hood was Singleton’s magnum opus. Singleton wrote and directed the film right out of college when he was just 23 years old and the film even got him nominated for the Academy Award for Best

Recent BHS Athlete Alumni Inspire Students With Successes

Sports

Berkeley High School has a rich and extensive history, and with that history comes numerous storied alumni. From hugely important political activists such as co-founder of the Black Panther party, Bobby Seale, to comedians such as Andy Samberg, we’ve had quite a few famous people come out of our school.

Rarely Enforced Concussion Policy Fails Injured Athletes

Sports

Berkeley High School students on average get 50 or less concussions  each year, according to the Head Athletic Trainer at BHS and Clinical Coordinator of the Sports Concussion Program at University of California San Francisco Children’s Hospital, Lauren Small.

NFL Drug Policy Needs Work

Sports

The National Football League has been unable to escape controversy over recent years. Although it gets less attention, one of the league’s most prevalent issues is substance abuse.

Oakland Raiders Stay One More Year

Sports

The relationship between the Raiders and the City of Oakland has been long and grueling, and according to recent events, this drawn out breakup will have to wait yet another season.

Underrepresentation of Female Referees Lingers Across Sports

Sports

It’s no secret that football in America is brutal, aggressive, and promotes hyper-masculinity. It’s seen in the vigorous tackles, in the die-hard fans, and in the laws that require cheerleaders to wear crop tops and skin-tight shorts to games.

Athletes Work to Defy Odds

Sports

Being an athlete is more than just a label. For some, sports are more than just a game. Being an athlete is a daily task of discipline, determination, and perseverance.

Super Bowl LIII Promises Exciting Patriots vs. Rams Showdown

Sports

If you were looking for a Super Bowl without Tom Brady and the New England Patriots, you’ll have to wait until next year. The Patriots have returned for their third straight Super Bowl appearance, and will face the young and fresh Los Angeles Rams.

BHS Soccer Triumphs Over Rival O’Dowd

Sports

Following humbling defeats to Bishop O’Dowd in football and basketball, it was up to the Berkeley High School soccer program to restore some balance to the heated rivalry.

Sports Media Sustains Racism

Sports

The last few weeks in the English Premier League served as a reminder to the soccer community that racism is still very present in the sport today. One of the disturbing incidents involved Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, a black striker for Arsenal, whose celebrations led to the opposing team’s fans pelting him with various objects, including

Raiders and 49ers Struggle for Success

Sports

The 2018-19 season has been yet another painfully disappointing year for the Bay Area National Football League teams. Once again, the Oakland Raiders and San Francisco 49ers have finished their seasons as two of the worst teams in the NFL with the 49ers finishing second to last in the National Football Conference West and

Rugby Thrives Despite Lack of Funding

Sports

Photograph by Mattias De Los Rios Rugby is a sport played by many around the world including many players from Berkeley High School. Despite its worldwide popularity, BHS has yet to provide a team for these players to join.

World Cup Considers Biennial Event

Sports

Illustration by Sadie Winkelstein The FIFA World Cup is an international soccer competition organized by the global soccer governing organization FIFA.

What’s Happening in MLS?

Sports

Illustration by Ari Libenson The Major League Soccer postseason is nearing its climax, with four teams left competing for the cup. The New York Red Bulls and Atlanta United have faced off in the Eastern Conference, while the Portland Timbers and Sporting KC are set to play in the Western Conference.

Berkeley High 2018 Fall Sports Review

Sports

Photograph by Trinity Graham FOOTBALL The Berkeley High School Football team had a rocky start to their season, which continued throughout the fall. They ended the season with a 0-10 record.

Field Hockey Concludes Successful Season

Sports

Photograph Courtesy of Jen Warner The Berkeley High School field hockey team had a great season this year. They finished with a record of eight wins, five  losses, and two ties.