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Wolverines from page 3B battling for the job with sophomores Joey Lingenfelter and Nsimba Webster.
New players Replacing quarterback Mike Behr won’t be easy. In addition to Smith, Cole and a strong offensive line, the person who wins that job will have the benefit of receivers Alex Pacheco, a senior, and junior Deon Pruitt. Pruitt will also see time at running back. Woods also expects big things from defensive lineman Ricky Flowers, outside linebackers Scott Mills and Derrick Major. All of them are either new to the varsity squad or saw limited playing time in 2010. “What this group lacks in athleticism,” Woods said. “They make up for in teamwork, size and strength in the weight room.”
Outlook The Wolverines will face a stiff test in the third game of the season when they host Folsom, which finished 2010 as the fifth-best team in the nation and second best in the state, winning the state championship in its division. One of the Bulldogs’ playoff wins came against Vacaville by a score of 75-6. Vacaville, which is on the schedule again, handed the Wolverines their only preseason loss by a convincing 47-26 score. “This might be the toughest preseason schedule in history of the
school,” Woods said. “To me, Folsom is the biggest game. They are just such a power. But we look at all of those guys as tough.” After a bye week, Deer Valley begins its league season with a home date against Liberty, whom they beat in overtime last season. A key test will come the following week when they face defending Bay Valley Athletic League champion and perennial power Pittsburg on the road. “This is a well-balanced league again this year,” Woods said. “There are the normal tough dates and some really good upcoming teams. It’s just a tough league.” Game to watch: Sept. 16 vs. Folsom
Junior varsity Head coach Lonnie Barnes expects that his junior varsity will be one of the top two in the league, along with Freedom’s. Sophomore running backs Christian Gallega and Jeff Robinson Jr. both return from last year’s junior varsity squad. Barnes expects lineman Brian Faatalale to lead a group he hopes has matured. Faatalale is the younger brother of Wesley and Wyatt. Wesley graduated from Deer Valley in 2011 while Wyatt is a junior on the varsity team. As with the varsity team, the junior varsity’s biggest test will come in their game against Folsom. “Our defensive backfield will be tested that week,” Barnes said. “Folsom has good, strong throwing team.”
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It’s always a bumpy road forming a new team. We’re a pretty good family bond, but it took a while to get there. – KEVIN HARTWIG Senior receiver Cameron Brinkman and senior linebacker Frank Cisneros, three-year starters, along with senior lineman Robin Ririe, will form key parts of the Falcons’ offense and defense.
New players One of Freedom’s weaknesses will be lack of continuity on the offensive line. The Falcons lost all five starters from last year’s team. Juniors Alex Cabral, who will play center, and Jamon Wilkins will step up to keep defenders out of the backfield. “He’s not the biggest guy,” Hartwig said of Cabral, “but he gets after it and he’s a good football player.” Junior receiver and cornerback Nenwon Gbilia, dubbed “The Liberian Nightmare,” has wowed the team with his athleticism and his ability to lead by
example. Hartwig said Gbilia’s hard work in the weight room matches his work in the classroom, where he carrys a 3.8 grade point average. Joe Mixon, a sophomore running back and outside linebacker, will also be a factor for Freedom.
Overview Hartwig believes the players have taken it upon themselves to clean up miscues such as penalties and other mental mistakes that hurt the Falcons last season. “It’s always a bumpy road forming a new team,” Hartwig said. “We’re a pretty good family bond, but it took a while to get there.” Hartwig likes the Falcons’ talent at the skill positions – Mayes at quarterback and a bevy of standout receivers such as Daniels, Rodriguez, Brinkman and Gbilia. The team will face its toughest challenges in BVAL play. But before that, Freedom travels to Merced on Sept. 23 to face Golden Valley. Last year, the Cougars emerged in a 43-38 barnburner in Oakley. The Falcons start league play on the rough side against defending BVAL champ Pittsburg on Oct. 14. They’ll end the season hoping to defend the Bell Trophy against Liberty on Nov. 12. Game to watch: Nov. 10 vs. Liberty
Junior varsity Head coach Don Birk inherits a JV squad looking to continue its success. Last year, both the freshman and junior varsity Freedom programs went 9-1. Birk is excited about the JV team’s offense, led by sophomore quarterback Nathan Mallett. The coach likes Mallett’s arm, leadership skills – and his 4.0 GPA intellect. Mallett will have talented sophomore receiver Isaha Barber to throw to. On the other side of the ball, Birk feels that sophomore middle linebacker Eddie Martinez will be doing most of the tackling for the Falcons. Sophomore cornerbacks Aaron Mullins and Daniel Sheppard did a good job of shutting down receivers at a summer camp. “The last couple of years, we’ve been pretty fortunate with our JV football team,” Birk said. “It looks like it might be another one of those years.” To comment, visit www.thepress.net.
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New players The Lions lost seven of their top eight offensive linemen from 2010, leaving only senior tackle Josh Freeman. In many cases, they had no viable replacement options at the lower levels. This has caused them to scramble in the preseason practices to fill those gaps. One of those gaps will be filled by Vail, who moves from tight end to guard. Junior Cody Suckow represents a new face. He’s expected to begin the preseason as the starting quarterback, replacing two-year starter Devyn Parsons. Suckow previously started at the freshman and junior varsity levels. Backing him up is Angel Martos, who has varsity experience as the backup.
Outlook Liberty’s preseason schedule is filled with challenging games. The Lions open
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Who is most at risk? Due to the nature of certain sports, athletes, and particularly young athletes, are most at risk for second impact syndrome. According to BrainandSpinalCord.org, an online resource for brain injury and spinal cord injury survivors, second impact syndrome is most common among young people who play football, hockey and baseball as well as those who ski or box. These sports can be especially violent, even for youngsters.
How soon can second impact syndrome occur? A second impact injury can occur within minutes of a first concussion. Such a reality only highlights the importance of the NFL’s decision to keep players from returning to games in which they have suffered a concussion. Athletes young and old should never return to a competition if they have suffered a concussion. In order to avoid further damage, players must be removed from the competition and stay on the sidelines until fully healed. A second impact injury might also occur days or even weeks after the first concussion, and the impact does not have to be severe for a second impact injury to occur.
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A picnic benefit to support families of those who have lost loved ones to violence will be held on Sept. 11 at Crockett Park in Oakley. Mayor Jim Frazier will be in attendance and the Army Cadets will be on hand to pay special tribute to the victims of 9/11. The event is hosted by Gods Girl’s Lifestyle, a non-profit, Christian-based charitable organization founded by Oakley
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CALENDAR Events Friday, Aug. 26 IndyCar Showcase IndyCar #19 will be at Baskin Robbins, 1145 Second St. in Brentwood, from 3-7 p.m. Bring your camera and get behind the wheel of the Boy Scouts of America Car, which will driven by Sebastian Bourdais in Sonoma this weekend. For more information, call 925-674-6156 or e-mail joe.darr@scouting.org.
Benefit Concert For Haiti Neighborhood Church, 50 Birch St. in Brentwood, hosts a benefit concert for Haiti with Brandon Pasion at 6:30 p.m. Proceeds from the concert will go to Celebration Preschool’s upcoming trip to Haiti. Tickets ($5) can be purchased at the church office or at the door. Checks should be made out to Celebration Preschool.
‘Fame’ Stage Right Conservatory Theatre, Inc. presents “Fame” at 7 p.m. in the Nick Rodriguez Community Center, 213 F St. in Antioch. Additional performance dates are Aug. 27 at 7 p.m., and Aug. 28 at 2 p.m. For more information, call 925-216-4613 or visit www.srctgrp.org.
Saturday, Aug. 27 Art, Wine & Jazz Festival The Brentwood Art, Wine & Jazz Festival is held at the Streets of Brentwood, 2565 Sand Creek Road, from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. This free event includes the finest local juried artists, premier local wineries and quality jazz fusion performances. For more information, visit http://bawjf.brentwoodartsociety.net.
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Camille Gutierrez visits the Antioch Library, 501 W. 18th St., at 6 p.m. to discuss how to deal with personal financial crises such as loss of employment or unplanned medical expenses. The seminar is free and open to the public; no registration required. For more information, call 925-757-9224.
Tuesday, Aug. 30 Froyo Fundraiser Yogurt Jungle, 761 Second St. in Brentwood, hosts a fundraiser for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. For times and details, call 925-420-6822.
Children 15 and younger are invited to the Antioch/Oakley pier, located off of Bridgehead Road in Oakley, from 9-11 a.m. for the Oakley Kids Fishing Derby. Registration begins at 8 for this free catch and release event. Awards will be given for biggest, smallest and most fish caught. For more information, call 925-625-7041 or email coelho@ci.oakley.ca.us.
Meet the K-9s Meet Antioch Police K-9s Bo, Sirt, Thor and Tico at Pet Food Express, 5829 Lone Tree Way in Antioch, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Proceeds from all pet washes go to the K-9s.
Brentwood resident and cancer survivor David Bevilacqua hosts a viewing of “Rocky” during Inspiration Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Vine Cinema, 1722 First St. in Livermore. Proceeds benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Team in Training. For more information, call 925-457-9898.
Thursday, Sept. 1 GFWC Woman’s Club GFWC Woman’s Club of Antioch hosts a luncheon meeting at 11:30 a.m. at 509 G St. in Antioch. The club will be joined by guest speaker Lynn Kutsal, owner of Nature’s Bounty Cafe. For more information, call 925-565-9120.
Car Show Downtown Thursdays’ September car show kicks off at 5 p.m. in downtown Brentwood, on First Street between Oak and Chestnut streets. For more details and registration forms, visit brentwooddowntown.com.
Sign-ups Antioch PAL Golf Tournament The Antioch Police Activities League is taking player sign-ups for its golf tournament, scheduled for Sept. 9 at the Lone Tree Golf Course and Event Center, 4800 Golf Course Road. Registration ($150 per player) includes green fees, cart, balls, dinner and more. For more information, call 925-779-6978 or e-mail tbrooks@ ci.antioch.ca.us.
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Olympians Jason Lezak and Kate Ziegler will take part in a swim clinic hosted by the Brentwood SeaWolves and Mutual of Omaha on Sept. 17 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The clinic focuses on stroke techniques. Registration ($50) is now open. For more information, call 925-240-7444 or e-mail tina.oteri@brentwoodseawolves.com.
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The Warrior Elite Basketball program hosts a three-on-three tournament for youth and adults on Sept. 24 at Discovery Bay Elementary, 1700 Willow Lake Road. Cost is $20 per player. For registration forms, rules and payment options, visit www.warriorelitebasketball.com. Applications are due Sept. 19. For more information call 925-766-6864.
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Sunday, Aug. 28 Impact 12U Fundraiser Impact Boys 12U Soccer hosts a car wash at the Shops at Fairview, located at the corner of Fairview Avenue and Balfour Road, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Donations of $10 are requested.
Get Real Behind the Wheel A free On-Track Safe Teen Driving event is held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (rain or shine) at the Altamont Motorsports Park, 17001 Midway Road in Tracy. Drivers (14-18) must be accompanied by an adult (proof of age is required). For more information, call 209-601-6523.
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Texas Hold’em Poker Tickets for the Texas hold’em poker tournament, benefiting the Excelsior Middle School Cheer Squad, on Sept. 10 are now on sale. Snacks and beverages are included in the $40 buy-in fee. For more information or to sign up, call 925-6677756 or e-mail emscheer@ymail.com.
Delta River Rats Delta River Rats Hockey Club hosts tryouts Aug. 27 and Sept. 10 at Antioch Indoor Sports Center, 2010 Sunset Drive. Boys and girls welcome to sign up for teams in 6U-18U. For more information, visit www.antiochindoorsportscenter.com.
California Youth Basketball The California Youth Basketball League is currently registering boy and girl players for the fall 2011 season, which runs from Aug. 27-Nov. 5. For more information, call 916-391-3900 or visit www.cybhoops.com.
CYO Basketball Immaculate Heart of Mary CYO Basketball holds
Sign-ups for the St. Ignatius of Antioch Church CYO basketball program are held Aug. 31 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the church, 3351 Contra Loma Blvd. Registration is $140. For more information, call 925-776-7722 or visit http://basketball. stignatiusofantiochcyo.com/bb.htm.
Delta Squares Square Dance Club Delta Squares of Oakley is looking for new dancers. Classes begin Wednesday, Sept. 7 at 7 p.m. at Laurel Elementary School, 1141 Laurel Road. Eight weeks of lessons cost $20. Have fun with friendly people and learn a unique American dance. For more information, visit www.deltasquares.com or call 925-217-2255.
Youth Basketball and Cheer All Out Sports League in Antioch is conducting basketball and cheer sign-ups for children 4-16. For more information, visit www. alloutsportsleague.com or call 925-203-5626.
Hand-quilting classes The Brentwood Library, 104 Oak St., hosts a beginners’ hand-quilting series for ages 10-16 from 6-7:30 p.m. on four consecutive Wednesdays beginning Sept. 7. Space is limited. Register by calling 925-516-5290. For more information, visit www.ccclib.org.
Brentwood Flea Market The Brentwood Lions Club is accepting applications for its fall flea market, scheduled for Oct. 8 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m at the Liberty High School parking lot. Spaces ($30) will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve a space, call 925-516-7798.
Project Second Chance Would you like to help an adult learn to read, write and spell better? Project Second Chance, the Contra Costa County Library’s adult literacy program, hosts a 14-hour tutor training program in September. All 14 hours are required. No previous teaching experience is required. For more information, visit www.ccclib.org/psc or call 925-927-3250.
Hula Classes Brentwood-based dance group Halau Ka Waikahe Lani Malie is looking for new students 8 and older to join its hula classes. Classes meet Fridays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, call 925-550-5656.
GED Prep Classes Liberty Adult Education, 929 Second St. in Brentwood, offers General Education Development test preparation Mondays through Fridays from 8:30-11 a.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8:30 p.m. For more information, call 925-634-2565.
Friendly Visitors Needed Friendly Visitors is looking for caring and compassionate volunteers 18 and older to visit lonely seniors in their homes for one hour per week. Share a cup of tea, watch a movie, play cards or take a walk together. For more information, visit www.mowsos.org or call 925-937-8311.
Hospice Volunteers Needed Hospice of the East Bay is looking for residents who are motivated, committed and want to make a difference in the lives of hospice patients. To volunteer or for more information, call 925887-5678 and ask for the Volunteer Department.
Meals on Wheels Meals on Wheels is in need of volunteer drivers. Deliver once a week for two hours and make a tremendous difference in the lives of seniors in need. For more information, call 925-778-4379.
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Pirates from page 10B Other returning standouts include linebackers D’hari Curtis, Kenneth Nelson and Marco Russell. Offensive and defensive lineman Javonte Brooks-Brown is another key cog. “Our front seven on defense should be really good,” Galli said.
New players There’s no shortage of fresh faces, most of which transferred in, including former Deer Valley standout Miles Walker (receiver/defensive back) and De La Salle running back and safety Mister Marshall-Cotton. The latter started for the Spartans as a sophomore and didn’t play last season. He’s a major Division I talent. So is Motekiai Maile, a 6-1, 240-pound junior defensive end and tackle whom Galli compares to former NFL standout Reagan Upshaw. “He’s got the same build and can run guys down sideline-to-sideline,” Galli said. Two-way junior lineman Antonio Huey, who would have started on varsity except for a season-ending injury, should be a major contributor as well as first-year varsity fullback/defensive end Crajon Menefee, defensive end/tight end Chima Onyeukwu and tight end Jay Okotie-Yesin, all juniors. Game to watch: Sept. 30 vs. Granite Bay Pittsburg’s BVAL battles with Deer Valley and Freedom figure to be heated not only because they feature the league favorites, but numerous players have switched between the three teams. The game to watch is a Sept. 30 home-turf collision with Sac-Joaquin Section power Granite Bay, which spanked the Pirates 45-7 last season. The Pirates also hope to avenge losses to East Bay Athletic League foes Foothill (Sept. 2) and Monte Vista (Sept. 16).
Outlook The Pittsburg football program, which has featured such players as Upshaw, John Henry Johnson, Lionel Aldridge, Ken Simonton and Olympic gold medalist Eddy Hart, has recorded few losing seasons in its storied history. Under Galli, last’s year’s sub-.500 mark has made the off-season agonizingly long. Galli’s teams have gone 73-34-1 the previous nine seasons, and with the improvement of Watson, Mapp and the defense, bolstered by the additions of Marshall-Cotton and Maile, the Pirates might begin league play undefeated. “I feel good about this team,” Galli said. “But we aren’t going to rely on the ‘P’ (potential) word. We can’t make mistakes like last year or get off to such a horrible start.”
Junior varsity For the first time in 10 seasons, not a single sophomore will be penciled in on the varsity roster, meaning the JV Pirates should be loaded. Coached by Jimmy Shipe, Pittsburg will be big and experienced along the offensive line, led by DeAngelo Powell. The team’s top all-around player should be receiver and defensive back Xavier Crawford, who might see some time at quarterback. Galli said the program is in need of a quality signalcaller at the lower levels. “Other than Malik at the varsity level, we really need to develop some kids to play quarterback,” he said.
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SCHEDULE
Follow the BVAL this season WEEK 1
WEEK 4 RESULT
RESULT
September 2
September 23
Antioch @ Gregori (Modesto), 7:30 p.m. ________
Antioch vs. Napa, 7:30 p.m.
Freedom vs. Amador Valley (Pleasanton), 7 p.m.
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WEEK 8 ________
Deer Valley vs. College Park (Pleasant Hill), 7 p.m.
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Heritage vs. Granada (Livermore), 7 p.m
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Freedom @ Golden Valley (Merced), 7:30 p.m.
Liberty vs. Clayton Valley, 7 p.m.
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Heritage vs. Logan (Union City), 7 p.m. – Homecoming ________
Pittsburg vs. Foothill (Pleasanton), 7 p.m.
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Liberty vs. Miramonte (Orinda), 7 p.m. ________
September 3
Pittsburg @ Berkeley, 7 p.m.
Deer Valley @ Foothill (Palo Cedro), 5:30 p.m.
RESULT
WEEK 2 RESULT
September 9
September 30 Antioch vs. Mt. Diablo (Concord), 7 p.m.
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Antioch @ Clayton Valley (Concord), 7 p.m.
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Freedom @ Franklin (Elk Grove), 7:15 p.m.
Deer Valley @ Vacaville, 7:30 p.m.
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Freedom vs. College Park (Pleasant Hill), 7 p.m. – Homecoming
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Heritage vs. Concord, 7 p.m.
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Heritage @ Windsor, 7:30 p.m. ________ Liberty vs. Livermore, 7:30 p.m. ________ Pittsburg vs. Jefferson (Daly City), 7 p.m.
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September 10 Deer Valley @ Washington (Fremont), 7:30 p.m.
WEEK 6 RESULT
RESULT
September 15 Liberty @ American (Fremont), 7 p.m. ________
September 16
Antioch vs. Northgate (Walnut Creek), 7 p.m.
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Heritage @ Independence (San Jose), 7 p.m.
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Heritage vs. Antioch, 7 p.m.*
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RESULT
October 14
· Antioch Veterinary Hospital
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· Bagel Street Café · Bases Loaded Restaurant & Bar
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· Bill Brandt Ford · Brentwood Auto Parts NAPA
WEEK 9
· Brentwood Embroidery RESULT
Liberty vs. Antioch, 7:30 p.m.* – Homecoming
· California Aqua Pros ________
Pittsburg vs. Heritage, 7 p.m.*
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· Delta Valley Athletic Club · Diablo Football · Discovery Preschool & Daycare · Farmers Insurance, Anthony DeRusso
November 4
Liberty vs. Pittsburg, 7 p.m.*
· Delta Spine & Sportcare
· East County Insurance Agency RESULT
Heritage vs. Freedom, 7 p.m.*
· Cathie Marples · Delta Diablo Sanitation District
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Antioch vs. Deer Valley, 7 p.m.* – Mayor’s Cup
& Screen Print · Bright Ideas Design Center
Deer Valley vs. Freedom, 7 p.m.*
· Inland Marine · JDK & Associates Realty Inc. · Johnson Heating & Air Conditioning
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· Kendall Automotive · King Kustom Kovers
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· Mike’s Beef ‘n’ Brew · Monkey Wrenches Inc.
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· Mountain Mike’s Pizza Brentwood · Muscle Maker Grill · Oak Tree Embroidery
RESULT
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WEEK 7
· Allstate Insurance, Tim Biglow · Apollo Dental Care
W E E K 11
BYE: Deer Valley, Freedom, Heritage, Liberty, Pittsburg
Freedom @ West (Tracy), 7:15 p.m.
BYE: Antioch
Heritage vs. Liberty, 7 p.m.* – Brentwood Bowl
October 7
Deer Valley vs. Folsom, 7 p.m. ________
Pittsburg @ Monte Vista (Danville), 7 p.m.
Pittsburg vs. Deer Valley, 7 p.m.*
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W E E K 10
Pittsburg vs. Granite Bay, 7 p.m. ________
WEEK 3
Antioch vs. Freedom, 7 p.m.* – Homecoming
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Liberty vs. Fremont (Oakland), 7 p.m. ________
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October 21
October 28
WEEK 5
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RESULT
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· Spectrum Homes Solar
November 10 Deer Valley vs. Heritage, 7 p.m.* Freedom vs. Liberty, 7 p.m.* – Bell Game
· Paradise Skate · Sun Busters Patio Covers
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· Sutter Delta/Alta Bates · The Countertop Studio
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· The Game Sports Pub ‘N Pizza · Twin Rivers Insurance
November 11
· Ward’s Auto Service
Deer Valley vs. Liberty, 7 p.m.* – Homecoming ________
Pittsburg vs. Antioch, 7 p.m.* – Big Little Game ________
· Weathervane
Freedom vs. Pittsburg, 7 p.m.* ________
*Asterisk denotes league game
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· Wing Stop · Winter Chevrolet
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