Recap: PCC sports bloom in spring

Share: Men’s basketball had a short yet memorable spring session, including playoff thrillers and multiple accolades awarded to several players. All SCC awards were handed to Deen Abdur-Rahmann and Myles Watkins. Watkins had an incredible stint at Pasadena, starting all 31 games in his sophomore season while posting 18.2 points per game, granting him a spot on the Bellarmine University basketball squad, a D-1 university in Louisville. Deen Abdur-Rahmann will also continue his career at Azusa Pacific University. Abur-Rahmann posted 13 points per game, while …

Dynamic Duo: Two players, one unstoppable force!!

Share: In a season defined by being undefeated, the 2024 badminton team will be remembered for working relentlessly and playing hard in every match. Two players in particular sustained their victories through outstanding performances in their triumphs that led them to their state championship on May 10.  In her final year of high school, No. 1 player Rhea Zou took up badminton after being introduced to the game by a friend who played on the varsity team. Inspired by competitive games, she started learning from …

Lancers’ badminton season comes to an honorable end

Share: The Lancer’s badminton season came to an end this Thursday as they fell short to City College of San Francisco after an intense match by a final score of 12-7.  Entering the state championship, both PCC and the City College of San Francisco were undefeated with 12-0 records, meaning this game would make or break both teams’ season records. After having a momentous season, PCC was ready for the championship win and continued to fight throughout their matches, but were defeated. Starting with singles, PCC …

Lancers fly like a birdie to victory against San Diego Mesa

Share: Women’s Badminton got another win in a home game against San Diego Mesa on Wednesday continuing their undefeated streak with a score of 15–6. Opening with the teams staring each other down and clanging their badminton rackets against each other in acknowledgement of the other team’s achievements. Lancers Badminton went out onto the court with a starting roster of Rhea Zou, Janet Diec, Uyen Banh, My Linh Ly, and Sophie Chao. It was a difficult upward climb at first with No. 2 Anh Vu …

Lancers persevere through injury to maintain perfect season

Share: The Lancers destroyed De Anza College by a score of 17-4 to complete the season sweep over their rivals this past Wednesday. This dominating victory occurred even after they saw their number 2 player go down with an injury.  For head coach Jennifer Ho, this game was a milestone as it was her 100th career match. As her Lancers clinched victory for game No. 100, she was grateful that her team rallied around each other and remained competitive in their singles and doubles sets.  …

Lancers smash knights as badminton opens 2024 in dominating fashion

Share: The Pasadena City College Women’s Badminton team destroyed San Diego City College by a final score of 18-3 in their regular season home opener this past Wednesday. The element of precision and speed was on full display throughout every match.  Following a disappointing ending to their 2023 season, the Lancers began their 2024 campaign firing on all cylinders, having a laser-focused mentality and an urge not to quit on any shuttlecocks.  The number of matches was cut in half from four to two as …

Lancers badminton cuts no slack against ELAC

Share: The Pasadena City College women’s badminton team continues to rack up victories after they garnered two more wins last week, extending their winning streak to four matches. Their matches on Monday and Wednesday against El Camino College and East Los Angeles College brought their record to an impressive 6-1, with less than half of their season matches remaining.  On Monday, March 27, the Lancers defeated El Camino 19-2. 10 days earlier, the Lancers defeated El Camino 20-1 and the players reflected on the difference …

Conference veteran women’s badminton shut out Compton College

Share: With the constant whiz of a racket whacking a shuttlecock, the sound of squeaking sneakers, and laughter from team members on the bench, the Pasadena City College women’s badminton team demonstrated why they are the winningest team in the school with a 21-0 blowout on Wednesday against the Compton College Tartars at the Hutto- Patterson Gymnasium. The Lancers hold first place in the South Coast Conference standings with a 3-1 overall record. “So far, we are doing pretty well. I think we have a …

Freshmen lead Lancers badminton to first win of season

Share: The Pasadena City College Women’s Badminton team defeated San Diego City College 12-9 in their first season match on Friday, February 17. Even though the match was cut short because of a basketball game in the gym, the Lancers fought until the final minute.  Head Coach Jennifer Ho spoke with The Courier after the game.  “This is the first game, so they’re pretty nervous, but even though they were kind of nervous, I think they performed,” Ho said. “Hopefully the first win will give …