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Boys Water Polo Section Rankings
The high school boys water polo season continues to build momentum all across the state, with several teams having already competed in prestigious tournaments and other elite events and showdowns scheduled in the days and weeks ahead. Here is a look at the top boys water polo programs in... Read more
How To Stay Safe For Running In The Dark
7 Tips For Staying Safe For Fall Runs When It Starts To Get Dark As the days grow shorter in the fall and winter months, youth runners often find themselves running in low-light conditions, whether it’s early in the morning, late in the afternoon, or night. While running in... Read more
Serra Impresses, But Bosco Dazzles
The Serra Padres put up more points and yards in Saturday’s game against the St. John Bosco Braves than they had in their three CIF Open Division Championship appearances combined. But a Braves roster filled to the brim with not only Division I talent, but likely future NFL talent,... Read more
Newport Harbor halts JSerra’s 40-match winning streak, captures first South Coast tournament title since 2018
Newport Harbor halted a five-match losing streak against JSerra and ended a six-year drought without a championship at the South Coast boys water polo tournament Saturday with a 14-6 victory in the final at Corona del Mar High. Although Newport Harbor didn’t get to celebrate in its home pool... Read more
Elite California girls volleyball teams seek more success at Durango Fall Classic
The 29th edition of the Durango Fall Classic girls volleyball tournament, one of the elite events in the country every fall, is scheduled for Friday and Saturday at four locations in Nevada – Durango, Palo Verde, Desert Oasis and Foothill – with 30 programs from California among the 64-team... Read more
Titles Twice as Nice for Claremont’s Grace Smith, Tesoro’s Griffin Kushen at Iolani Invitational
Smith, a freshman, achieves victories in consecutive days in multiple states to lead Wolfpack girls to win, with Kushen adding another triumph following 2022 championship in Oahu Grace Smith won two races in consecutive days in different states, with Griffin Kushen securing his second career victory at the Iolani... Read more
De La Salle Dominates Lancers
The Spartans made it back-to-back wins over WCAL contenders. The theme at De La Salle’s practices this week was “domination.” It showed throughout every phase of Friday night’s convincing 42-7 win over the St. Francis Lancers, one that affirms the Spartans as the top team in Northern California. Four... Read more
The Best Yoga Poses For XC Runners And How It Helps Performance
Cross-country running demands more than just speed; it requires a gritty determination to power through mud-splattered trails, conquer steep hills, and push past exhaustion, all while feeling the earth shift beneath your feet with every stride. It’s a test of both muscle and mind. Athletes know the importance of... Read more
Redwood outlasts Menlo School in OT to win Scott Roche Invitational title
MENLO, Calif. – One of the longest and most thrilling championship showdowns in the 26-year history of the Scott Roche Invitational boys water polo tournament was inches away from being decided in regulation, setting the stage for an even more dramatic sudden-death victory Saturday at Gates Pool. Ossie Joplin... Read more
How to Transition from Summer to Fall Running: Tips for a Smooth Seasonal Shift
As the temperatures drop and the air turns crisp, acclimating to fall running weather is key to staying comfortable and performing at your best. The cooler weather can feel refreshing, but it also requires adjustments to your routine. The change of season brings its own set of challenges and... Read more
De La Salle Runs Away From Serra
What can you do in 29 seconds? If you’re De La Salle, you can completely turn one of the biggest football games of the year upside down. Faced with the prospect of trailing and giving the ball to Serra to start the second half, Niko Baumgartner recovered a botched... Read more
Manalapan Braves Sweep Top Three Girls 5k Spots at A-North Championships
HOLMDEL, N.J. — The Manalapan girls varsity cross country team claimed a historic victory Tuesday at the A-North Championships, capturing the 5-kilometer team title at Holmdel Park with an impressive 33 points. This marks the first time the Braves have topped the podium at the annual Holmdel Park event, ending... Read more