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The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

The Student News Site of Monta Vista High School

El Estoque

MVHS seniors high five and celebrate after a kill from senior and middle Nicole Jeleva. Photo | Olivia Zhang

Varsity Girls Volleyball defeats Lincoln High School 3-0

The Matadors start the Central Coast Section playoffs with a quarterfinal win
Olivia Zhang, Staff Writer
November 9, 2025
Freshman quarterback Rishika Kothari rolls out, scanning the field for an open wide receiver while evading a defender. Photo | Radhika Dharmapurikar

Varsity Girls Flag Football defeats Wilcox High School 25-13

The Matadors pull through with another win as the season closes out
Olivia Zhang, Staff Writer
October 25, 2025
Junior and setter Kylee Mark tips the ball. Photo | Ethan Yang

Varsity Girls Volleyball falls 3-2 to Los Altos High School during its Senior Night

Los Altos recovers after the first two sets to win the high-energy game
Angela Poon and Ethan Yang
October 24, 2025
The Matadors celebrate after a successful block from junior and outside hitter Tracy He. He had many successful blocks this game, which she attributed to her blocking practice the day before.

Varsity Girls Volleyball is defeated 3-2 against Homestead High School

The Matadors put up an incredible fight through every block, ace and dig against HHS, ultimately losing a close fifth set
Nylah Gehani and Liz Liu
October 21, 2025
Senior and midfielder Monisha Preetham runs with the ball and looks for a player to pass to. Photo | Raj Thapliyal

Varsity Field Hockey falls to Saratoga High School 7-0

The Falcons’ strong offense led to the Matadors' defeat
Raj Thapliyal, Sports Editor
October 19, 2025
The Matadors and PAHS continue to play through the third quarter regardless of heavy rain.

Varsity Flag Football falls 19-13 to Palo Alto High School

Despite a strong first half, rainy conditions ultimately impact MVHS’ game
Jonah Chang and Aprameya Rupanagunta
October 19, 2025
Junior wide receiver and safety Allie Rummelhoff catches the ball, looking to avoid a defender. Photo | Leo Lee

Flag Football defeats Homestead High School 38-18

The Matadors start and end strong, overwhelming HHS’ defense
Leo Lee, Staff Writer
October 14, 2025
MVHS linemen prepare to begin a play. Photo | Melody Lin

Varsity Football wins the Homecoming game 35-21 against Mills High School

The first home game of the school year features the crowning of Homecoming court, the Parade of Classes and captivating performances by MVHS and LHS Marching Band and Color Guard
Sih Yu (Melody) Lin
October 11, 2025
Junior and singles player Eva Tian smiles after a victorious set. Photo | Anish Khinvasara

Varsity Girls Tennis triumphs 5-1 against Mountain View High School

Despite an injury, the Matadors come out on top
Anish Khinvasara and Suryansh Gupta
October 3, 2025
Senior Emily Lin searches for an open teammate. Photo | Olivia Zhang

Varsity Girls Water Polo falls 4-3 to Santa Clara High School

The Matadors are optimistic despite a narrow 4-3 defeat
Jonah Chang and Olivia Zhang
September 29, 2025
Sophomore Ivan Hon attempts to dribble the ball around a SCHS defender.

Varsity Boys Water Polo falls to Santa Clara High School 14-4

SCHS’s strong offense lead to the Matadors' loss
Raj Thapliyal, Staff Writer
September 27, 2025
Freshman Xinyi Zhang celebrates after a point. Photo | Stella Petzova

Varsity Girls Tennis falls 4-3 to Los Gatos High School

Monta Vista tries to mount a comeback but falls short by one game
Suryansh Gupta, Staff Writer
September 23, 2025
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