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The Student News Site of Dinuba High School

The Emperor Grapevine

The Student News Site of Dinuba High School

The Emperor Grapevine

#2 Running back, Nate Lopez

Clearing the Field: A New Chapter for Dinuba’s Football Games

Matenueil D. Mono Martinez and Yuliana C. Martinez September 28, 2025

On Friday nights, Dinuba High School football games have always been more than just a sport; they have been a community experience. For decades, players celebrated with their families and friends by rushing...

Friday Night Lights: Panthers Pounced on by Emperors in 42-26 Beatdown

Tony Ibarra, Landon Villasenor September 23, 2025

In a highly anticipated Friday night football matchup, the Dinuba Emperors rose to the top in a dominant performance against the Washington Union Panthers, cruising to a 42-26 victory. Heading into Friday...

The boys water polo team their win against Hanford West!

Boys Water Polo: First Tournament of the Year!

Kathryne Forbes, Reporter September 16, 2025

Last Friday and Saturday (9/12-9/13), the Golden West boys water polo tournament was held, the first tournament of our season! Our boys participated in four games against Mission Oak, Centennial, Mt. Whitney,...

#5 Quarterback, Tony Ibarra

Friday Night Lights: Emperors Tame Bears in a 45-10 win

Tony Ibarra, Landon Villasenor September 16, 2025

Dinuba, CA - The Dinuba High Emperors delivered a statement performance Friday night, defeating the Selma Bears with a final score of 45-10. The Emperors showcased a balanced attack, with great performances...

Coach Kevin Scharton (black shirt) looking on to the field during a Friday night football game.

Return to the Sidelines: Coach Scharton

Tony Ibarra, Reporter September 8, 2025

A familiar face has made a return to Dinuba football.  Almost eight years after his head coaching position, Scharton has come back to Dinuba and the team he once called home. "When I had the chance to...

#99 Defensive end, Martin Aguilar

Friday Night Lights: Dinuba vs Golden West

Tony Ibarra and Landon Villasenor September 3, 2025

The Dinuba Varsity Football team suffered a tough loss in their home opener on Friday, falling to Golden West 48-19. The Emperors came out strong, scoring the first points of the game, but were quickly...

The girl Water Polo team after their win against Kerman!

Dinuba’s Water Polo Program Making Waves!

Kathryne Forbes, Reporter September 2, 2025

As the school year begins and students settle into their classes, Dinuba High School’s water polo program has already started making waves and gearing up for a great season ahead. July 21st marked the...

Girls' Tennis Team.
Photo courtesy of F. Kiehn

Girls’ Tennis Makes Strides

Denise Cabrera September 2, 2025

Dinuba High School girls' tennis came away with a 6-3 victory on August 25th, showing off the growth and determination on the courts.  Varsity, with a strong team, stood out with strong efforts and skill,...

Emma Rico (#3) , Delilah Rangel (#17), Nevaeh Garcia (#7) , and Gisselle Hernandez (#10).

Emperor Volleyball Takes on Sanger West

Priscilla Galvan and Bee Martinez September 1, 2025

On Tuesday, August 27, the girls' volleyball team played its third season game against Sanger West.  Before the game, the Emperor Grapevine had a chance to speak with volleyball players Emma Rico (#3),...

Boys Tennis Makes History with League Title

Boys Tennis Makes History with League Title

Denise Cabrera, News Editor May 21, 2025

The Dinuba High School boys tennis team made history this year, finishing with an impressive 12–4 overall record and going 9–1 in league play to capture their first league title in 19 years. It was...

NBA Finals Prediction

NBA Finals Prediction

Alexis Bravo, Staff Writer May 21, 2025

The 2025 NBA Playoffs have been full of surprises. Some of the biggest teams are already out, and now we’re down to four exciting teams in the Conference Finals. Young stars are taking over, and anything...

Senior girls team

Seniors Take the Win: Powder Puff Game

Lezzlie Cortez and Melanie Valdivia May 21, 2025

On April 29, 2025, Dinuba High School’s stadium came alive as the annual Powder Puff game kicked off, featuring Junior and Senior girls in flag football. Practices began on April 8 and wrapped up on...

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