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Mira Costa, Archbishop Mitty begin quest for inaugural Division 1 boys volleyball state title as top regional seeds
For the first time in California prep history, boys volleyball state champions will be crowned in four divisions May 31 at Fresno City College. Following its first CIF-Southern Section Division 1 title since 2021 with a five-set victory Friday against Huntington Beach at Cerritos College, Mira Costa (33-2) –... Read more
University High of Irvine, Menlo School boys tennis teams receive top regional seeds in CIF USTA State Championships
University High of Irvine and Menlo School received the top seeds in their respective boys tennis regionals in the CIF USTA State Championships, looking to produce a rematch from their March 15 semifinal showdown at the All-American Invitational. The section champions first have to survive their respective two-day, eight-team... Read more
St. Augustine sweeps Mission Vista in anticipated rematch to win CIF-San Diego Section Division 1 boys volleyball championship
SAN DIEGO – St. Augustine had waited 70 days to secure a rematch against Mission Vista following a tough three-set loss at the Best of the West Invitational. When it came to deciding the best team in CIF-San Diego Section Division 1, the top-seeded Saints only needed a little... Read more
Everything lines up for Mater Dei boys volleyball team, which knocks off Peninsula to grab CIF-Southern Section Division 2 title
SANTA ANA — What a difference a year and one spot in the rankings can make. Perhaps no boys volleyball program in the CIF-Southern Section benefited from that scenario this season more than Mater Dei, and the host Monarchs took full advantage Friday night in the Division 2 final... Read more
Carlsbad withstands inspired Torrey Pines rally to prevail in five-set thriller in CIF-San Diego Section Open Division boys volleyball final
SAN DIEGO – For a veteran group that had maintained every advantage against the rest of the boys volleyball programs in the CIF-San Diego Section this season, top-seed Carlsbad High found itself in an unfamiliar situation Saturday entering the deciding set against No. 3 Torrey Pines in the Open... Read more
Clairemont halts comeback bid by rival La Jolla to capture first CIF-San Diego Section Division 2 boys volleyball crown in program history
SAN DIEGO – Clairemont continued to showcase two of the most promising underclassmen in the CIF-San Diego Section this season in sophomore middle blocker Sean Sumner and freshman outside hitter Grant Schmidt. But when it came time for the second-seeded Chieftains to turn away yet another comeback attempt from... Read more
Summer Sees Spikes In Sports Injuries: How Athletes Can Avoid Injury
As temperatures rise and outdoor activity ramps up, so does the risk of sports-related injuries over the summer. From sprained ankles on the soccer field to overuse injuries among runners and cyclists, medical professionals report a notable increase in emergency room visits and physical therapy appointments this upcoming season.... Read more
Mira Costa boys volleyball team outlasts Huntington Beach to win five-set battle in CIF-Southern Section Division 1 final
NORWALK – Grayson Bradford didn’t have to deal with the same heartbreak experienced by his Mira Costa High boys volleyball teammates in last year’s CIF-Southern Section Division 1 final. Bradford, a Crespi High transfer, was highly motivated to not only help the Mustangs leave the Cerritos College gymnasium Friday... Read more
HOKA Launches New Mafate X Trail Running Shoe Designed For Long-Distance Speed
Runners who love trekking the trails for long-distance workouts can now take their pace to new heights with the new Mafate X shoe. Joining the company’s lineup of trail running shoes, the Mafate X brings comfort and speed to the forefront, allowing runners to go further and faster. “The... Read more
NCVA Wraps a Standout 2024–2025 Season With Region Championships
NCVA Wraps a Standout 2024–2025 Season With Region Championships The Northern California Volleyball Association (NCVA) has had a monumental 2024–2025 season, marking one of its most successful years to date. With a record-breaking 875 teams competing across the Boys Power League, Girls Power League, and Girls Premier League, the... Read more
Fueling Performance: A Summer Sports Training Diet Guide
Summer is a peak season for athletes, offering longer days, better weather for outdoor workouts, and opportunities for sports training, camps, and competition. But with hot temperatures and intense physical activity comes the need for a well-structured diet that supports performance, hydration, recovery, and overall health. Sure, we all... Read more
Four-peat a remarkable feat for Cathedral Catholic, which edges rival Torrey Pines 3-2 in CIF-San Diego Section Open Division beach volleyball final
SAN DIEGO – Of all the potential Mother’s Day gifts Cathedral Catholic coach Juliana Conn could have received, sharing one more championship moment at San Diego Mesa College with senior daughter Maya Evens was the most meaningful. Among all the CIF-San Diego Section beach volleyball titles earned by top-seeded... Read more