Santa Clara University’s Student Court upheld Student Body President Claire Krebs’ ’26 veto of the Student Senate’s decision to deny two provisional student organizations full club status, ruling Thursday, May 21, that the veto fell within the president’s constitutional authority. The decision ends a challenge brought by Herb Schreib ’26, the Associated Student Governments’ web development chair, who argued that Krebs exceeded her power by vetoing the Senate’s April 30 vote to deny Friends of MSF and the American Lung Cancer Screening Initiative from graduating from Provisional to Registered Student Organizations. According to the ruling, the court held that the Senate’s vote to deny the groups RSO status constituted an official Senate act and was therefore subject to a presidential veto. The court wrote that a Senate act includes “any outcome produced through a valid vote, including denials.” Krebs issued the veto on May 7, citing concerns about the brevity and speculative nature of the Senate’s discussion. The Senate later voted unanimously to uphold the veto, while allowing the constitutional question to proceed to court. The ruling also rejected Schreib’s argument that allowing the veto would disrupt ASG’s balance of powers. The court wrote that the Senate retained its ability to override the veto by supermajority vote and chose not to do so. “The Presidential veto is UPHELD,” the decision read. During the May 21 Senate meeting, Chief Justice Bea Ricafort ’26 said the court viewed the veto as part of ASG’s checks and balances system. She also used the ruling to criticize the Senate’s handling of the original PSO vote. “This is not a disagreement problem,” Ricafort said. “This is an engagement problem.” Ricafort said senators have a responsibility to understand the consequences of their votes before taking action. “If you have questions or hesitations about any measure that is presented to you, don’t shoot your hand out and motion,” Ricafort said. “Ask the question.” The decision leaves Krebs’ veto in place, allowing Friends of MSF and the American Lung Cancer Screening Initiative another path toward RSO recognition. 📝: Dylan Ryu 📷: Getty Images

Santa Clara University alumni-founded NWSL team Bay FC (3-2-3) hosted Boston Legacy FC (2-3-5) on Friday, May 15 at PayPal Park. Bay FC co-founders include former Bronco women’s soccer players Brandi Chastain ’91, Danielle Slaton ’02, Aly Wagner ’02 and Leslie Osborne ’05. The game celebrated Santa Clara University Night and Educator Night. Bay FC created several scoring opportunities in the first half but was unable to capitalize. In the closing minutes to halftime, Boston defender Bianca St-Georges was awarded a red card when attempting to challenge Bay FC midfielder Claire Hutton. At halftime, Ricardo Padilla, programs director for mission, culture and student engagement of the Santa Clara University School of Engineering, was honored as one of the educators for his dedication to supporting students. “It’s a big honor to be recognized. It’s not necessarily for recognition. To have someone at professional sports nominate me is really touching. The work is being noticed by people that I never thought would notice the work,” said Padilla. After the halftime celebrations, Bay FC finally broke through in the 51st minute when midfielder Dorian Bailey scored the opening goal. Boston responded in the 62nd minute after forward Aissata Traore was fouled in the penalty box, resulting in a penalty kick for Boston. Striker Amanda Gutierres scored the goal to tie up the match. Despite many late opportunities for Bay FC, the game ended in a 1-1 draw. Although Bay FC’s founders are deeply connected to Santa Clara University, none of the current players share ties to the University. However, a Santa Clara connection appeared on the opposing team. Boston defender and former Bronco Annie Karich joined the club in July 2025 as the organization’s first-ever signing. She became the second Santa Clara women’s soccer alumna to join an NWSL expansion team. “The lessons that I learned at Santa Clara were to be humble, to push yourself for more, and to stay hungry. Have that growth mindset and always want to improve, no matter where you’re at. It’s helped me to never settle and to always want more for myself,” said Karich. 📝: @aneeka.sideline 📷: Dylan Ryu