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Girls Volleyball Section Rankings
The high school girls volleyball season continues to build momentum all across the state, with several teams having already competed in multiple prestigious tournaments and other national events and marquee matchups scheduled in the days and weeks ahead. Here is a look at the top girls volleyball programs in... Read more
Boys Water Polo Section Rankings
The high school boys water polo season continues to generate excitement all across the state, with several teams having already competed in multiple tournaments and other prestigious events and marquee matchups scheduled in the days and weeks ahead. Here is a look at the top boys water polo programs... Read more
Mater Dei, Marymount headline Nike Tournament of Champions girls volleyball field in Arizona
Mater Dei and Marymount produced a thrilling three-set battle Sept. 21 in the final of the Durango Fall Classic in Las Vegas. The California powers could be headed for a potential rematch at the Nike Tournament of Champions at the Arizona Athletic Grounds at Legacy Sports Complex in Mesa.... Read more
Dealing with Fall Allergies: Health Tips For Athletes
Seasonal allergies during the fall are an unwelcome addition to an athlete’s training routine. The following tips aim to help athletes manage their allergies so they can perform their best during outdoor sports. Fall is a season packed with sports. The exciting outdoor activities combined with its beautiful foliage... Read more
Cross Country Training Tips To Get That Race Day PR
Cross country running is a demanding yet rewarding sport that requires a unique blend of endurance, speed, and mental toughness. Many athletes set their sights on achieving personal records (PRs) during races. To make these dreams a reality, cross country runners need to follow a well-structured training plan that... Read more
Tifosi Optics Selca Sunglasses Review
The Tifosi Selca sunglasses are a stylish, practical, and ultra-comfortable choice for cross-country runners, offering a lightweight design and superior lens clarity for optimal performance during long runs. The Tifosi Optics Selca sunglasses are an exciting addition to the brand’s line of high-performance eyewear. Designed for runners, cyclists, and... Read more
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