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Junior Sydney Su and senior Marissa Jensen embrace in a tight hug. The four seniors were given speeches and gifts from the juniors before the start of the game.

Girls Volleyball falls to Los Altos High School on senior night

Anna Jerolimov, Jayanti Jha, and Lance Tong • October 24, 2021
The Matadors lose with a final score of 3-2
Seniors Sophia Bokovikova and Cindy Zou celebrate after being crowned as the two members of Homecoming Royalty. Following the announcement, Homecoming court members exit the field and take photos on the side of the bleachers.

Homecoming halftime performances showcase numerous groups

Michelle Chen and Matthew Yoshimoto • October 7, 2021
Matadors celebrate Homecoming royalty and enjoy Variations, Cheer, Marching Band, Color Guard and Dance shows during the Homecoming Football game

Diya and JJ on the streets: MVHS Trivia

Diya Bahl and Jayanti Jha • September 26, 2021
Testing students and staff on their MVHS knowledge
Junior Kristen Hsieh participates in the preparations for co-ed dance. Photo illustration by Gauri Manoj

The Class of 2023: Juniors jump forward

Jayanti Jha, Stephanie Xu • September 24, 2021
Juniors have high expectations after an increase in participation and organization
Seniors Diya Bahl and Anika Somasundaram take a selfie to capture their memories at the event.

Class of 2022 keeps up annual tradition of Senior Sunrise

Jayanti Jha and Nika Zamani • August 24, 2021
Seniors commemorate the beginning of their last year at MVHS
FUHSD athletes found ways to resonate with Lydia Jacoby, Suni Lee and Simone Biles. Graphic by Jayanti Jha, Aashna Patel and Kalyani Puthenpurayil

Twisting the game

Jayanti Jha, Diya Bahl, Minjae Kang, Taryn Lam, Jefferson Le, Aashna Patel, Kalyani Puthenpurayil, and Shalini Rao • August 18, 2021
Three Olympic winners resonate with local athletes
Senior Rohan Shah sets up for a free throw as the teams deficit decreases in the second half. Photo by Elena Khan

MVHS Boys Basketball defeats Fremont High School 52-50

Suraj Gangaram, Jayanti Jha, and Elena Khan • May 31, 2021
MVHS comes back strong after ending their first half with a 16 point deficit
Kelli Kosakura dribbes the ball before an opponent after the MVHS team gained posession.

Girls Basketball defeats Fremont High School 37-23

Jannah Sheriff, Jayanti Jha, and Elena Khan • May 31, 2021
MVHS maintains a lead throughout all four quarters
Subbing Out

Subbing Out

Suraj Gangaram, Anna Jerolimov, Jayanti Jha, Elena Khan, and Robert Liu • May 21, 2021
Seniors reflect on their time as athletes on MVHS sports teams
Despite solid shots, the MVHS team could not keep up with Harker HS as the game went on. Photo by Jayanti Jha

Boys Water Polo falls to Harker HS 11-22

Anna Jerolimov, Jayanti Jha, and Elena Khan • May 18, 2021
The team loses its energy in the second half after a promising first half
Sophomore Irene Chon reaches for the ball during a tight first half. Photo by Elena Khan

Girls Water Polo defeats Wilcox HS 8-7

Anna Jerolimov, Jayanti Jha, and Elena Khan • May 16, 2021
The Lady Mats secure a win after a tight game that went into overtime
Satterthwaite says the cold winter months in Michigan made it hard for her to be physically active during her recovery. Photo courtesy of Julia Satterthwaite | Used with permission

ACL injuries

Jayanti Jha • May 15, 2021
Athletes share how one of sports’ most difficult injuries changed their lives
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