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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
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
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
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
Cathedral Catholic holds off Mater Dei to capture third straight Dave Mohs Memorial crown
For all the memorable matchups involving the girls volleyball programs at Cathedral Catholic and Mater Dei, including four showdowns in the past 13 months, the latest chapter Saturday in the championship bracket of the Dave Mohs Memorial Tournament might have been the most spectacular showcase yet. The past two... Read more
Girls Volleyball Section Rankings
The high school girls volleyball season is underway all across the state, with several teams having already competed in prestigious tournaments and other elite events and matchups scheduled in the days and weeks ahead. Here is a look at the top girls volleyball programs in each of the 10... Read more
Riordan Stuns McClymonds With Late Comeback
He had missed a couple of open receivers, his teammates had failed to haul in some open passes, and he threw an interception into double coverage in the end zone. But in the final nine minutes, he more than made up for those missteps, leading a pair of touchdown... Read more
Rylee Blade leads Corona Santiago to ASICS Cool Breeze Invitational title, ML King boys also win
POMONA, Calif. – Rylee Blade extended her streak of Sundown Showdown victories in the most magnificent fashion Saturday night, highlighting multiple meaningful victories for Corona Santiago High at the 10th ASICS Cool Breeze Invitational. Martin Luther King halted Great Oak’s impressive run of team titles at the meet with... Read more
Fall Safety Tips for Outdoor Workouts
With cooler weather and vibrant fall colors, many fitness enthusiasts are excited to workout outdoors. However, with the changing season comes unique challenges that can impact safety. Whether you’re a runner, cyclist, hiker, or just love outdoor workouts, it’s important to take precautions to stay safe. Here are some... Read more
Tips for Staying Active After School: Fall Workouts for Busy Students
Balancing schoolwork, extracurricular activities, social life, and maybe even a part-time job can be challenging for students. Busy schedules leave little time for fitness. Yet, staying active is crucial for maintaining physical health, boosting energy levels, and improving focus and mood. As the days get shorter and the weather... Read more