NorCal Issue 166, June 7, 2019 by Sport Stars Magazine

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ust like that, the 2018-19 school year has come to an end. Just 10 more weeks before the first football games of 2019 kick off. But before we start counting days — because we’re really not counting days (As far as you know.) — we’re spending our next two issues celebrating the year that just came to an end — faster than a lap from Monterey TrailElk Grove’s 400-meters state champion, Zach Larrier. Well, maybe not THAT fast. This issue is the Yearbook Special, our annual photo-centric NorCal sports year in review. Regular readers of SportStars may recognize a few images from our 2018-19 coverage and features, but there are also several images we’ve he’ve held on to until now. We also include our final NorCal Top 20 rankings from football, girls volleyball, boys and girls basketball, wrestling, baseball and softball. A third and final element to the Yearbook is one we began just a few years ago. It involves thoughtful remarks from various NorCal media members on a variety of topics. Those topics include the most memorable game they attended, favorite stories they told and athletes they’re going to miss. Next month we turn more awards-heavy with our sixth installment of the Bay Area 75 Rankings. It’s our annual list of the Bay Area’s top 75 athletes from the previous school year, ranked and counted down to No. 1. That issue will also feature our All-NorCal baseball and softball selections. And before you start to dive into this issue of memorable images, let me give my kudos to all of the freelance photographers who have provided work to us this year. The stars of this issue — at least the ones who aren’t wearing uniforms — are James K. Leash, David Gershon, Jean-Paul Toshiro, Berry Evans III, Dennis Lee, Gint Federas, Jim Johnson and Ike Dodson. It was Dodson who earned the cover shot this year, capturing Cardinal Newman-Santa Rosa quarterback Jasckon Pavitt extending the ball over the goal line during the team’s first game back on its own campus since the Tubbs Fire of October 2017. Let the review commence. (And psst: Football games in a little more than 70 days.) ✪

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chris santiago DE LA SALLE-CONCORD - BASEBALL - SENIOR The Saint Mary’s College-bound infielder closed out a stellar Spartans career in style. In his final high school at-bat, Santiago belted a two-run homer in the sixth inning of the Spartans’ 10-1 defeat of Heritage-Brentwood in the North Coast Section Division I title game. The win completed a 28-1 season for De La Salle and delivered the program its fourth-straight NCS crown. Santiago was 2-for3 with two runs scored and three RBI in the victory. He finished the season batting .407 with teambests in RBI (38) and doubles (13). He was also second on the team with 35 hits. The third baseman also served as the team’s top closer, earning five saves in six scoreless appearances.

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San Luis Obispo’s 805 Elite Volleyball Club Earns Its First Bid To Junior Nationals

ith a home base in San Luis Obispo, the 805 Elite Volleyball Club has always found itself a bit in limbo. The club is too south to be a consistent presence in the Northern California Volleyball Association, and a bit too north for a steady dose of Southern California Volleyball Association play. Whether 805 is playing as a member of NCVA (which it does with its nine girls teams), or SCVA (where its three boys team compete), the club is now firmly on the map. That’s thanks to the 805 Elite 17-Black girls team — which recently punched the 9-year-old club’s first ticket to Junior Nationals. The 17-Black team went 7-2 over nine USA Division matches at the NCVA Far Western Qualifier in Reno from April 26-28. It was good enough for third-place and an extreme amount of euphoria. “They were very excited,” 17-Black coach Chip Blaney said. “For a lot of the girls, it’s been a goal since they were little. Since they started playing club volleyball in this area as 12- and 13-year olds. It was something a good majority had been chasing for a long time.” The oldest girls team within 805 Elite’s program is truly a regional all-star team. It became so after another area club was forced to disband at the end of last year and 805 picked up some of the displaced talent. Six different high schools are represented among the 12 girls — all current juniors along with one sophomore. “That’s really one of the cool things about this group,” club director and recently named head coach of Cal Poly Women’s Volleyball Caroline Walters said. “It really is a collection of the best kids from our area.”

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The team features four players from Arroyo Grande High: Defensive specialist Grace Devaney, middle hitter Taylor MacCuish, hitter Whitney Thompson and hitter Makenna Wolfe. There are three from Mission Prep-San Luis Obispo: Middle blocker Olivia Goodwin, setter Elaina Bosshardt and defensive specialist Brooke Fledderman. San Luis Obispo High has two players: Setter Dylan Van Rooyen and middle blocker, Kayla Craft. There’s also Phoebe Corgiat, a hitter from Paso Robles High; Jahnine Ricafrente, a libero from RighettiSanta Maria; And Mackenzie Wright, a versatile utility player from Atascadero. The team has qualified for the USA Volleyball Girls Junior National Championships July 2-5 in Indianapolis. “The biggest key for them is going to be focusing on the things they’ve done well this season,” Blaney said. “This won’t be the typical level of competition that we see. But, if they can stay focused and play their game, they’ll surprise themselves — and others — with how well they can play.” ✪ Follow us on Twitter & Instagram, like us on Facebook!

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FINAL NORCAL FOOTBALL RANKINGS 1.

De La Salle-Concord

12-1

Folsom

14-1

3. Liberty-Brentwood

13-1

Del Oro-Loomis

12-2

Valley Christian-San Jose

11-3

St. Francis-Mountain View

11-3

Monterey Trail-Elk Grove

12-1

Pittsburg

7-4

Clayton Valley-Concord

9-2

10.

Menlo-Atherton-Atherton

12-2

11.

Wilcox-Santa Clara

14-1

12.

Cardinal Newman-Santa Rosa

11-1

13.

Capital Christian-Sacramento

13-1

14.

Central Catholic-Modesto

11-2

15.

Placer-Auburn

12-1

16.

Inderkum-Sacramento

11-1

17.

Rio Linda

13-2

18.

St. Mary’s-Stockton

7-5

19.

McClymonds-Oakland

12-2

Bishop O’Dowd-Oakland

12-2

FINAL NORCAL VOLLEYBALL RANKINGS

Sacred Heart Cathedral-S.F.

31-7

Marin Catholic-Kentfield

37-4

James Logan-Union City

32-8

Bishop O’Dowd-Oakland

34-7

Ponderosa-Shingle Springs

31-3

St. Ignatius-S.F.

27-15

Archbishop Mitty-San Jose

24-17

St. Francis-Sacramento

32-6

Palo Alto

24-6

10.

St. Francis-Mountain View

22-14

11.

Los Altos

33-9

12.

Foothill-Pleasanton

30-7

13.

Amador Valley-Pleasanton

25-7

14.

Oak Ridge-El Dorado Hills

21-13

15.

California-San Ramon

29-6

16.

Campolindo-Moraga

27-9

17.

Pleasant Grove-Elk Grove

27-8

18.

Rocklin

25-10

19.

St. Mary’s-Stockton

35-7

20.

Menlo-Atherton-Atherton

23-6

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: The Granada-Livermore varsity girls cross country team huddles together prior to one of their September meets. • From left to right, Amaria Kelley, Ella Nerli and Ramonni Cook share a moment of levity as they await a serve during the Christine Craft Invitational at Oak Ridge High. • Inderkum-Sacramento fullback Logan Benoit (34) congratulates running back Johnny Williams with a helmet slap after Williams scored in a win over Woodcreek-Roseville.

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AS WE SAW IT NorCal media members weigh in on the 2018-19 season. See more responses at SportStarsMag.com WHAT WAS THE MOST MEMORABLE GAME YOU ATTENDED? JIM MCCUE (SportStars): The Sac-Joaquin Section Div. I Boys Basketball Championship. Sheldon-Sacramento finally won a section title after years of heartbreak in the semifinals and finals. The Huskies were without star Marcus Bagley (back injury) and needed a solid team effort led by seniors Kaito Williams and Justin Nguyen to finish the see-saw battle on top. Bench contributions and a full team effort showed why Sheldon was still a top regional power even without its star. HAROLD ABEND (Cal-Hi Sports/Prep2Prep): Actually two games — both at the CIF State Basketball Championships. First, Oakland High ended a 14-year Oakland Section drought by winning the CIF Div. III state title with an impressive 51-35 victory over McFarland. The following morning, the Oakland Tech girls blew out Northview-Covina 55-27 in the Div. V final. Two things make it more memorable than just it being two teams from Oakland. Oakland High coach Orlando Gray is a cancer survivor who refused to stop coaching while undergoing treatment, and both schools’ seasons faced premature endings during the Oakland teachers’ strike. MARK TENNIS (Cal-Hi Sports): Liberty-Brentwood coming from behind in the fourth quarter to beat Sierra Canyon-Chatsworth in the CIF Div. 1-A state final was a win for every CIF North Coast Section Div. I runner-up over the past 20-plus years that’s never had a chance to win a state title before (because: De La Salle). It was great to see so many longtime Liberty fans and coaches on the field with the players showing so much emotion afterward. IKE DODSON (SportStars): Del Oro-Loomis vs. St. Francis-Mountain View in the CIF 2-AA NorCal football finals. I thought St. Francis presented one of the best defensive squads I had ever seen, but Del Oro was also nails on “D” — and QB Carson Jarratt was the decisive playmaker. The Golden Eagles won, 14-13, and reached the CIF Division 2-AA State Bowl Game. This thriller will always stick with me.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Foothill-Pleasanton volleyball teammates Grayce Olson, left, and Auguste Kersulyte share a laugh following a mix-up during their match at the Christine Craft Invitational in late September. • Liberty-Brentwood’s All-State offensive lineman, Josh McKey, embraces a member of the Lions’ coaching staff following the team’s dramatic CIF Div. 1-A State Bowl win over Sierra Canyon-Chatsworth. • Folsom senior two-way lineman, Chandon Pierre, celebrates one of his four sacks in the Falcons’ overtime win over Cathedral Catholic-San Diego in the CIF Div. 1-AA State Bowl.

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AS WE SAW IT NorCal media members weigh in on the 2018-19 season. See more responses at SportStarsMag.com WHAT TEAM OR ATHLETE’S STORY WAS THE MOST FUN FOR YOU TO TELL? STEVEN WILSON (SportStars): I really enjoyed the story of Monterey Trail’s Zach Larrier. Although I missed all of his efforts on the gridiron, I had the opportunity to catch up with the senior three-sport athlete during track and field season and thoroughly enjoyed getting to know him. Not only did he excel at each sport, earning a Division I scholarship to Air Force in football, but everyone I talked to about him raved about him. Monterey Trail football coach TJ Ewing summed it up best with, “He embodies everything you need from all student-athletes.” It’s people like Zach that really make this job fun. He’s going to do great things in the coming years! MITCH STEPHENS (SF Chronicle/MaxPreps): The Lincoln-San Francisco football team was a kick in the pants. City football is not well attended or very well received. But the Mustangs were definitely worth talking about and watching. They became the first 13-0 squad in SF Section history, outscored opponents 449-128 and dominated teams with a perfect blend of offensive, defense and special teams. Coach Phil Ferrigno said before the season this team was special. He knew it because of their attitudes combined with the talent. The Mustangs reaffirmed his notion over and over and over again. IKE DODSON (SportStars): Vacaville wrestling. I have always covered teams battling Vacaville for power over the Sac-Joaquin Section, but this year I had the opportunity to cover the eventual section champs and get to know one of the winningest wrestling programs in California. It was exciting to get to know the Bulldogs. HAROLD ABEND (Cal-Hi Sports/Prep2Prep): A pretty young Marin Catholic-Kentfield girls softball team that lost in last year’s CIF NCS Division III title game and responded by going 25-1 — all while playing every game on the road due to the lack of a facility. The battery mates of sophomore pitcher Annabel Teperson and Utah-bound slugging catcher Julia Scardina came through big-time in the Wildcats 3-1 victory over Sonoma in the NCS Div. III final.

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ummer is nearly here, and Concord’s inviting weather is incentive for residents and visitors to get outside and play! Ease into the great outdoors with a visit to one of the city’s many local parks. Concord parks offer fields ready for baseball, softball, soccer, basketball and bocce. Spend a day with the kids on the field or the playground, experiencing it all in real life. The Concord Skatepark is a 14,000-square-foot, state-of-the art facility designed by skaters for skaters. Skateboards, roller skates, inline skates and manual scooters are welcome. Proper safety equipment is always in fashion and required. Grab a ball and head to El Dorado/Westwood Sports Complex with three baseball fields, two full-sized soccer fields and two sand volleyball courts. Or take the game to Concord’s other sports fields and complexes at Boatwright Youth Sports Complex, Krueger Fields or Willow Pass Park. A perfect summer evening of Bocce is waiting for you at John F. Baldwin Park or Newhall Community Park. Mountain biking is an excellent choice on Mount Diablo. The workout can be as easy or as intense as you’d like with various trails to choose. The payoff is immeasurable with vistas like no other. Stay cool at the newly refinished Concord Community Pool and dive into an Olympic- sized swimming pool. The pool just went through significant renovations including new plaster and a new pool deck. They’ve made sure you’re set with heated changing rooms, showers and lockers too. The pool offers recreational swimming but also pre-competitive and fitness courses as well as diving. Pickleball continues to be dominant in Concord. This paddle sport, perfect for two to four players, is a combination of badminton, tennis and table tennis, Pickleball is an excellent way to get fit and social. Courts are available throughout town including Willow Pass Park and Pine Hollow Tennis Courts. Concord welcomes two major pickleball tournaments this summer. The USA Pickleball Association hosts their Super Senior Best of the West Pickleball Championship on June 29-30 at Willow Pass Park. Proceeds will benefit Monument Crisis Center in Concord. The 2nd Annual ENGAGE Golden State Championship Pickleball Tournament happens at Willow Pass Community Park from July 27-29. Participants will compete for a $10,000 cash prize, and spectators will enjoy viewing the games that will be divided by age and skill. Indulge in America’s past time and join the Concord Softball League. Play to compete or just have fun with men’s, women’s or coed leagues. Games are played at Willow Pass Park every night of the week, except Saturday. For those days that are a little too warm, bring the action inside. The Concord Kung Fu Academy offers classes for ages from 4 years of age to adult. Their motto, “Train Harder, Live Better” shows their commitment to your education in martial arts as well as your overall health. Diablo Rock Gym brings climbing indoors and they have the gear you’ll need too. Their instructors have classes for kids and adults including instruction specific to beginners, bouldering and sports climbing. Check Visit Concord and the Concord Activity Guide for more! Call Concord Parks & Recreation for more information on courts. ✪ — All copy and photos provided by Visit Concord Follow us on Twitter & Instagram, like us on Facebook!

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FINAL NORCAL BOYS BASKETBALL RANKINGS 1.

Sheldon-Sacramento

24-11*

Modesto Christian

27-8

Salesian-Richmond

31-1

De La Salle-Concord

29-4

James Logan-Union City

27-7

Branson-Ross

31-3

Weston Ranch-Stockton

31-2

Campolindo-Moraga

27-7

Dublin

25-6

10.

Archbishop Mitty-San Jose

18-9

11.

Moreau Catholic-Hayward

26-8

12.

Bishop O’Dowd-Oakland

23-9

13.

Archbishop Riordan-S.F.

18-9

14.

St. Mary’s-Stockton

19-14**

15.

Grant-Sacramento

26-8

16.

San Leandro

24-6

17.

Folsom

26-7

18.

Serra-San Mateo

20-10

19.

Bellarmine-San Jose

20-8

20.

Stuart Hall-S.F.

28-5

*—includes four forfeit losses (ineligible player) **—includes seven forfeit losses (ineligible player) FINAL NORCAL GIRLS BASKETBALL RANKINGS

CLOCKWISE FROM FAR LEFT: Elk Grove wrestler Kendall Frank explodes with emotion following his Sac-Joaquin Section Division I Championship upset win over Eli Blake of Del Oro-Loomis. • From left to right, McClatchy-Sacramento teammates Nia Lowery, Kayla Fermil, Jenna Waki and Samaya Beatty share a laugh during a preseason photo shoot. • University-S.F. senior Charley Moore drives to the hoop during the CIF Div. III State title game at Golden 1 Center. • The Oakland Tech girls basketball team holds up its first CIF state trophy in 14 years after winning the Div. V crown. Follow us on Twitter & Instagram, like us on Facebook!

Pinewood-Los Altos Hills

27-4

Salesian-Richmond

25-9

Archbishop Mitty-San Jose

25-3

Bishop O’Dowd-Oakland

24-10

Carondelet-Concord

26-5

St. Mary’s-Stockton

22-9

Bear Creek-Stockton

30-5

St. Joseph Notre Dame-Alameda

22-8

Miramonte-Orinda

28-4

10.

Antelope

31-4

11.

Heritage-Brentwood

26-5

12.

McClatchy-Sacramento

28-5

13.

Cardinal Newman-Santa Rosa

24-5

14.

Sacramento

25-8

15.

Oakland

30-5

16.

San Ramon Valley-Danville

26-5

17.

St. Patrick-St. Vincent-Vallejo

27-4

18.

St. Ignatius-S.F.

16-11

19.

Menlo School-Atherton

26-5

20.

Oakland Tech

30-6

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ABOVE: Monte Vista-Danville senior defender Maggie Schmidt has a celebratory moment during the CIF Div. I Northern Regional Championship game against Davis. The Mustangs won 2-1 on a golden goal in overtime. TOP RIGHT: Burbank-Sacramento two-sport standout Levelle Bailey drives to the basket in a midseason matchup against Grant-Sacramento. He will play football at Fresno State in the fall. 20

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AS WE SAW IT NorCal media members weigh in on the 2018-19 season. See more responses at SportStarsMag.com WHO IS ONE GRADUATING ATHLETE YOU’LL MISS COVERING? IKE DODSON (SportStars): Del Oro-Loomis Wrestler, Noah Blake. I’ve covered Noah every year of his dynamic run to four state wrestling medals, and have seen his growth as a teammate and as a wrestler. I still think he needs to wrestle a little more hungry and a little less brash, but I appreciate the style and the countless interviews. JIM MCCUE (SportStars): D’Marcus Ross of Capital Christian-Sacramento. I remember first meeting the powerful sophomore RB at a preseason football photo shoot on the CCS campus. He was an imposing presence, but one of the most genuine and inspirational people I have met. Before his senior season, we had another preseason photo shoot on the CCS campus with Ross, Del Oro’s Dawson Hurst, Jesuit’s Isaiah Rutherford, and Christian Brothers’ Tyler Green. Ross and the others were great to work with, and seemed to genuinely enjoy their time talking with one another and sharing stories. His smile was infectious, and some school is going to get a special player and even better person to make their campus, community and team better. MARK TENNIS (Cal-Hi Sports): I’ll say our Ms. Basketball State Player of the Year, Haley Jones of Archbishop Mitty-San Jose. She displayed a lot of grace and class with all of the honors she won, and deflected attention to teammates in a way that many of the great ones we’ve covered over the years have done. She keeps getting better and better, and we’re hoping she can help lead Stanford to an NCAA title. Want to see Coach Tara VanDerveer get one more. It’s been awhile (1993). STEVEN WILSON (SportStars): I am really bummed we won’t be able to watch Joseph Ngata terrorize high school secondaries anymore. Even though the Folsom football roster was loaded with Division I talent, the Clemson-bound Ngata put together one of the most impressive careers I’ve ever witnessed and displayed a rare combination of speed and size. He was simply phenomenal. He could take a reverse on his own 20-yardline and go the distance, or he could “Randy Moss” someone in the end zone on a jump ball. Ngata was special, and you don’t get to watch many like him play.

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FINAL NORCAL WRESTLING RANKINGS 1. Gilroy 2. Vacaville 3. Oakdale 4. De La Salle-Concord 5. Del Oro-Loomis 6. Pitman-Turlock 7. Sutter 8. Franklin-Elk Grove 9. Turlock 10. Evergreen Valley-San Jose T11. Elk Grove T11. Las Lomas-Walnut Creek 13. Vista del Lago-Folsom 14. St. Francis-Mountain View T15. Liberty-Brentwood T15. Chico

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: SportStars NorCal Boys Basketball Player of the Year, Marcus Bagley (center), raises up his cell phone for a team selfie after Sheldon won the SJS Div. I final while he was forced to sit due to a back injury. • Vacaville junior wrestler Chris Island spars with a teammate during a January workout. • James Logan-Union City senior Brahjon Thompson glides in to attempt a finger roll during the CIF Div. I state final. • Del Oro-Loomis wrestler Damian Elliott delivers a steely glare during the SJS Div. I wrestling championships. • De La Salle-Concord freshman Jeremiah Dargan finishes off a dunk during North Coast Section Div. I championship at Saint Mary’s College. Follow us on Twitter & Instagram, like us on Facebook!

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: The Davis High girls soccer team embraces for a team huddle as their home crowd forms behind them prior to the CIF Div. I NorCal final. • Salesian-Richmond’s USC-bound post Angel Jackson draws three Pinewood-Los Altos defenders during the West Coast Jamboree Platinum Division final. • Manteca senior Domonick Victor soars in for a dunk in a late January battle at Weston Ranch-Stockton. 24

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FINAL NORCAL SOFTBALL RANKINGS 1. Foothill-Pleasanton

28-0

2. Heritage-Brentwood

25-3

3. Oakdale

29-1-1

4. Whitney-Rocklin

26-6

Archbishop Mitty-San Jose

18-6

St. Francis-Sacramento

25-6-1

Notre Dame-Salinas

23-4

Tracy

23-8

Amador Valley-Pleasanton

18-9

10.

East Nicolaus

32-2-2

11.

Santa Teresa-San Jose

21-7

12.

Elk Grove

21-10

13.

Presentation-San Jose

20-6

14.

Marin Catholic-Kentfield

25-1

15.

Bishop O’Dowd-Oakland

20-4

16.

California-San Ramon

20-7

17. Sheldon-Sacramento

19-7-1

18.

Golden Valley-Merced

28-5

19. Vanden-Fairfield

19-8

20. Antioch

19-9

FINAL NORCAL BASEBALL RANKINGS

De La Salle-Concord

29-1

Valley Christian-San Jose

29-4

3. Vacaville

31-2

Archbishop Mitty-San Jose

21-11

Franklin-Elk Grove

20-8

Serra-San Mateo

19-11

Amador Valley-Pleasanton

22-5

St. Francis-Mountain View

17-12

9. Jesuit-Carmichael

23-11

10. Oakmont-Roseville

30-3

11. Foothill-Pleasanton

20-8

12. Heritage-Brentwood

21-7

13. Acalanes-Lafayette

23-3

14. Folsom

25-6

15.

Los Gatos

21-8

16.

Los Banos

28-1

17.

Santa Cruz

22-6

18.

San Benito-Hollister

24-6

19.

Palo Alto

20-10

20.

Ponderosa-Shingle Springs

18-15

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Granite Bay’s Jake Diddy (10) and celebrates a kill during the SJS Div. I boys volleyball tournament’s final against Elk Grove. • Nicholas Bamont of Acalanes-Lafayette takes a big lead off of third base during an NCS Div. I baseball playoff game against Dublin. • Monterey Trail-Elk Grove threesport star Zach Larrier gets focused before running a race. The senior won the CIF state title in the 400 meters on May 25. • San Ramon Valley-Danville girls lacrosse standout Alannah Scott celebrates a goal during a late-season game. The Wolves were undefeated NCS Div. I champions. 28

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AS WE SAW IT NorCal media members weigh in on the 2018-19 season. See more responses at SportStarsMag.com WHO IS ONE ATHLETE YOU’RE ALREADY EXCITED TO COVER IN 2019-20? MITCH STEPHENS (SF Chronicle/MaxPreps): When you mention Foothill-Pleasanton pitcher Nicole May don’t you have to mention catcher Courtney Beaudin? How much more dominant can either be? May is headed to Oklahoma in 2020, and Beaudin appears to be headed to UCLA: the top two college programs in the country. They led the Falcons to the first 28-0 season in NCS history and a No. 2 national rankings by MaxPreps. It’s hard to imagine them getting any better, but I’m sure they will. MARK TENNIS (Cal-Hi Sports): Jamar Marshall from St. Mary’s-Stockton was an athlete I first saw catching bombs and returning kicks for the Rams in a football game as a sophomore vs. Serra-San Mateo. He didn’t play football in 2018, but was exceptional as a point guard in basketball (I saw him shine in win over Modesto Christian that broke that program’s state-record 194-game league win streak) and then in track he won the 110 high hurdles state title in a time that would have been a state record if not wind-aided. They say his freshman brother, Jadyn, will be just as remarkable or maybe even better. IKE DODSON (SportStars): College Park-Pleasant Hill girls wrestler Amit Elor. The freshman was our NorCal Girls Most Valuable Wrestler as a freshman after pinning five girls in under a minute at state. I never had a chance to speak to her, but as women’s wrestling appears headed toward an NCAA championship event, Elor seems destined for its podium. STEVEN WILSON (SportStars): This one’s easy: Marcus Bagley of Sheldon-Sacramento basketball. An impressive junior campaign that culminated in the NorCal championship and a trip to the CIF State title game was just the beginning. I think Marcus will expand on his potential and come back stronger as a senior. I also believe he finished out the 2018-19 year a little banged up. He missed some time in the playoffs which may have hurt his rhythm heading into the last game of the season. Regardless, he has the chance to showcase what he can do in Sacramento one more time. I can’t wait to see him light it up next year.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Oregon-bound Amador ValleyPleasanton sprinter Chinyere Okoro, center, reached the finish line first during her 100 meter heat at the NCS Tri-Valley Championships. • De La Salle-Concord junior ace, Kyle Harrison, fires a pitch during a midseason cover shoot. Harrison finished 10-0 after notching the win in the NCS Div. I final. • Foothill-Pleasanton libero Azfal Peermohammed lays out for a dig during a mid-season boys volleyball match. Follow us on Twitter & Instagram, like us on Facebook!

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COPA SOCCER TRAINING CENTER PRESENTS: YEARBOOK SPECIAL EDITION AS WE SAW IT NorCal media members weigh in on the 2018-19 season. See more responses at SportStarsMag.com WHAT WAS ONE COACHING EFFORT THAT STOOD OUT TO YOU THIS YEAR? MARK TENNIS (Cal-Hi Sports): David Jeans of De La Salle baseball guided the Spartans to a fourth straight NCS Div. I title and a 29-1 record (including 28 straight wins to end the season). With a nice mix of seniors and younger players seemingly every year, DLS baseball is exhibiting some of the traits you see every season with DLS football. It’s funny that he doesn’t get into any of the team photos after these championships (“it’s all about the kids”) but we get shots of him regardless. He deserves some attention among other coaches for the program he’s building. IKE DODSON (SportStars): Oakdale softball coach Larry Loger and the Mustangs enjoyed one of the most prolific seasons of any program this school year. Considering their schedule, capping a 29-1-1 campaign with a section title was a remarkable punctuation on an already stellar season. It doesn’t get much better. HAROLD ABEND (Cal-Hi Sports/Prep2Prep): Ryan Partridge of Liberty-Brentwood football. Yes, he had the top quarterback in Northern California, but his team lost its top tackler, Nick Einess in the third quarter of the regional championship. He also faced problems created by NorCal’s wildfires as he navigated the Lions through the playoffs that included three straight weeks without a game. After a regional win on the road over Valley Christian-San Jose, he led the team to Southern California where his coaching had a lot to do with Liberty’s exciting 19-17 come-from-behind victory at Cerritos College over Sierra Canyon. MITCH STEPHENS (SF Chronicle/MaxPreps): Phil Ferrigno of Lincoln-SF football hits all the right buttons. He’s built a superior program from the ground up, having just won Lincoln’s seventh SFS title in his 17th year. He preaches old-school values: Loyalty, hard work, weight lifting and track and field to get faster. He, like many of the prep coaches we cover, wears many hats and act as second parents. He does it all wearing his heart out on his sleeve. He’s totally transparent. Refreshingly so.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Vacaville senior Devereaux Harrison raises up the No. 1 sign while scoring a run during the SJS Div. I baseball final. • Woodland Christian junior and Stanfordcommit, Jordyn Hutchins, cracks a smile amongst teammates in the dugout. • FoothillPleasanton softball coach Matt Sweeney speaks to a jubilant squad after the Falcons became the first NCS team to ever go 28-0.

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See hundreds of more camps like these at SportStarsMag.com/Camps BADMINTON East Bay Badminton Spring Camp Elite. Intermediate. Beginner? It doesn’t matter. If you are interested in badminton, come to our spring camps! We have age groupings from 19 and under to adult classes. Badminton is a sport for the masses Info: 510.655.8989 or info@eastbaybadminton.com BASEBALL Bentley School Summer Baseball Camp Bentley School Summer Sports Camps are an opportunity for rising 5th-12th graders to develop skills and interest in a variety of sports. All camps are coed and offer instruction and coaching Monday-Friday for each session. Info: rrafeh@bentleyschool.net Branham Bruins Baseball Camps Varsity baseball coach Tony Pianto runs this camp for boys and girls ages 5-14. Camp is excellent for all skill levels. Opportunity to participate in age and skill appropriate drills and scrimmages. Two June sessions. 9am-1pm. Info: baseball.branhamsportscamps.com/ summer-camps.cfm; aepianto@yahoo.com City of Walnut Creek Baseball Camp Camp Age: 8-13 offers a fully staffed and supervised camp. Summer Camps: Registration opened Feb. 28. For more information: walnutcreekrec.org or call (925) 943-5858 De La Salle Youth Baseball Camp Offers four sessions for incoming 4th-9th graders. Emphasize proper techniques for running, stealing, throwing, receiving, hitting, bunting, pitching, catching, outfield and infield. Staff will analyze the camper in real game situations and scenarios. Info: dlshs.org/athletics/ camps-clinics; summercamps@dlshs.org or call 925.288.8100 ext. 7090 Golden Era Spring Baseball Academies Choose between our Hitting, Pitching or Infield Academies. Golden Era is also home to the Oakland Immortals Club team. Info: (925) 339-1078; goldenerabaseballclub.com/springacademy-2018 Headfirst Baseball Academy & Camps Headfirst camps are known throughout NorCal for player development. Players will learn the correct mechanics of each position. Info: Coach Michael, MJi0209@aol.com; Coach Mario, Mario74iglesias@aol.com Moreau Catholic Baseball Camps Provides customized program tailored to individuals. Begin in weight room or on the field working on strength training or agility, then work on defensive and offensive work on the baseball field. Open to grades 2-9. Info: 510.881.4300; OSailors@moreaucatholic.org Nike Baseball Camps Offer athletes a variety of youth baseball camp options. Depending on the camp and its unique schedule, our campers can spend the entire week at one of our many locations

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nationwide. Info: 1-800-NIKE-CAMP Performance Pitching With Matt Jarvis Performance Pitching offers structured methods of training designed specifically to the develop core skills players need. We have more than 25 years of experience in private instruction. We teach you the fundamentals of the game, how to improve your play, and a passion for baseball. Info: info@performancepitching.net; (877) 797-6174 Salesian Red & Gold Baseball Camp One week camp for 4th-8th graders includes offensive, defensive and mental drills. Includes position-specific and team defensive skill competitions, offensive skill competitions and team competitions. Also includes ways to improve the mental approach with former college baseball guest speakers. July 8-12. Cost: $175. Info: salesian.com/athletics/sportscamps St. Patrick-St. Vincent HS Camps A camp that provides the opportunity to learn new techniques, improve individual abilities, make new friends and have fun! Develop skills and reach a new level of play and selfconfidence. All areas of the game are covered. Campers grouped by age and skill level. Info: 707-644-4425; m.delgado@spsv.org TPC Baseball & Softball Camps Spring-winter camps feature skills, drills and competitions in all major areas (hitting, pitching, throwing, fielding). Players will have blast while improving their skills with our TPC staff and often guest appearances from former and current professional baseball players. Info: 925-416-1600 info@thepitchingcenter.com,” BASKETBALL De La Salle Basketball Camp Five sessions aimed at teaching shooting, ball handling, passing, rebounding, defense, footwork, 1-on-1 moves and big man moves will all be covered. Our camps stress having proper attitude, teamwork and listening skills. . Coed camp is open to K-incoming 9th graders. Info: dlshs.org/athletics/camps-clinics; summercamps@dlshs.org or call 925.288.8100 x7090 Nike Basketball Camps Offering day and overnight camps all over the country. Enjoy the ultimate basketball camp experience at some of our nation’s most beautiful college campuses. Or get better each day with one of our high-level coaches at a location closer to you. Info: 1-800-NIKE-CAMP Moreau Catholic Frank Knight Camp Improve your skills with Coach Frank Knight III, who coached the Mariner Team to the 2017 and 2019 NCS Championships. Campers may attend 1 or 2 sessions. Open to boys and girls, entering grades 2-9. Info: fknight@moreaucatholic.org; 510.881.4300 Moreau Catholic Girls Basketball Camps Coach Jose Alvarez teaches skills needed both on and off the court, using our progressional

See hundreds of more camps like these at SportStarsMag.com/Camps curriculum and focusing on the whole player. Open to girls, grades 3- 8. Focus on respect, teamwork and responsibility. Info: JAlvarez@ moreaucatholic.org. (510) 881-4300 Modesto Magic Basketball Association If you are a girl ages 4-17, we can take your game to the next level. We offer leagues, camps, clinics, tournaments, private lessons and AAU traveling teams. Open to all skill levels. Info: Stan Silva, 209-765-5107; ssilva1920@aol.com Salesian Basketball Camps For 4th-8th graders, led by Salesian boys basketball coach and former California Coach of the Year, Bill Mellis. We provide outstanding instruction, including individual fundamentals and building confidence through drills and team play for boys and girls. Session I: June 24—28; Session II: July 8—12; Session III: July 15—19, 2019. Cost: $175.00 per session. Info: salesian.com/athletics/sportscamps Salesian Girls Half-Day Skills Clinic For 4th-8th grade girls to improve fundamentals. Staff expected to include Dustin Hirashima, Bernard Brown, Justin Reid, Greg Ginsburg, Alana Horton, Isabell Ampon, Richard Rincon, Justin Rollolazo, Sam Sims & guest coaches and members of the Pride varsity team. Info: salesian.com/athletics/sportscamps St. Patrick-St. Vincent Intro To Basketball Great introduction for boys and girls. The focus is on fun and fundamentals. Campers work with smaller basketballs and lowered rims which help ensure proper form. Campers participate in offensive and defensive drills and station work, followed by team games. Info: 707-644-4425; m.delgado@spsv.org St. Patrick-St. Vincent Girls Camp Campers participate in offensive and defensive drills and station work, followed by games. Additionally, players are provided preparation for summer leagues and tournaments. Info: 707-644-4425; m.delgado@spsv.org St. Patrick-St. Vincent Boys Camp Campers participate in offensive and defensive drills and station work, followed by games. Additionally, players are provided preparation for summer leagues and tournaments. Info: 707-644-4425; m.delgado@spsv.org Bentley School Summer Boys Camp The complete skills camp covers a wide range of skills from ball handling, passing, shooting, and defensive principles. Rising 6th-9th graders will play small games and have competitions. Info: (925) 283-2101 ext. 3241 rrafeh@ bentleyschool.net City of Walnut Creek Basketball Camp Age: 8-13, fully staffed and supervised camp. Learn fundamentals of basketball and let you show off your skills in games. Info: walnutcreekrec.org or call (925) 943-5858

Cal Basketball Camp For Girls Our camps provide instruction for players of all skill levels, as each camp is designed to emphasize individual improvement, fundamental skills, teamwork, sportsmanship and enjoyment. Info: 1-800-GO-BEARS FOOTBALL City of Walnut Creek Flag Football Camp Age: 8-13 offers a fully staffed and supervised flag football camp. In this fun and recreational, non-contact version of football the skill development and games will allow kids the opportunity to explore football. Info: walnutcreekrec. org or call (925) 943-5858 Jesse Sapolu Men In The Trenches Academy We are one of the premier camps in the nation dedicated to teaching the fundamentals of playing the offensive and defensive lines. MITT gives young athletes the opportunity to learn all the nuances about the Offensive and Defensive Line while getting to compete against other top linemen in the country. Camps are open for all players grades 5th-12th in various cities. Info: mittnorcal.com California Football Academy Camps Contact and non-contact camps available for ages 6-14 during and June. The camps take place in Oakley. CFA offers flag football leagues and tournaments also. Oakley, Concord and San Ramon. Info and registration: see our website or call 925-625-2222; email californiafootballacademy@hotmail.com DLS’s Bob Ladouceur Championship Camp Learn sound, fundamental offensive and defensive techniques for pre-high school player. Demonstration, individual drills teach basic skills to both beginning, experienced players. Warm-up, physical conditioning, skills drills and review. Full contact is not a priority. June 17-20. Info: dlshs.org/athletics/camps-clinics; summercamps@dlshs.org or 925.288.8100 x7090 St. Patrick-St. Vincent HS Football Camp California State Champion Coach Lane Hawkins and his experienced staff provide skill development in a fun and competitive environment. Campers grouped by age and experience. Campers will participate in skill drill followed by 7 on 7 flag football games. Info: 707-644-4425; m.delgado@spsv.org Campolindo Cougar Camps Full Gear Camp We develop fundamentals and techniques for tackle football. Quantity of contact based on appropriate skill level or readiness. Grades 4-8. Camp staffed by full complement of experienced coaches and certified trainer. Info: (925) 280-3950 X 5163; kmacy@acalanes.k12.ca.us Moreau Catholic Football Camps One of the unique Moreau Catholic Football traditions is attending this 6-9th grade Summer Camp. This non-contact camp is a great way to learn fundamentals of football. Info: rgatrell@moreaucatholic.org; 510-881-4333

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See hundreds of more camps like these at SportStarsMag.com/Camps SOCCER Berean Christian Girls Camp For girls, 4th-8th grade, hosted by Berean Christian coach Breanna Burtt, girl’s varsity players & college players. Fundamentals, shortsided work, and full field scrimmages. June 1012, 9am-12pm. Info: bereansummercamps@ gmail.com; 925-945-6464 De La Salle Soccer Camp Terrific opportunity for boys and girls who look to excel. Athletes can expect to participate in competitive drills, skill development exercises and daily competitions between campers. June 10-13, 8:30am-12:30 pm. Open to incoming 6th-9th graders. Info: www.dlshs.org/ athletics/camps-clinics;summercamps@dlshs. org or 925.288.8100 x7090 De La Salle Academy/Advanced Training Open to ALL elite players 8th-12th grade. Focus is on technique, increasing tactical awareness and position specific functional training. Premier-Gold level players preferred as camp is designed for an advanced level of training/competition. July 29-Aug. 1, 8:30-10:30am. Info: www.dlshs.org/athletics/ camps-clinics;summercamps@dlshs.org or 925.288.8100 x7090 City of Walnut Creek Soccer Camp Ages: 8-13 offers a fully staffed and supervised camp. The beautiful game has never looked better than through the fun and challenging skill development and games that assist the experienced player to improve, as well as teach the basics to the new player. Info: www. walnutcreekrec.org or call (925) 943-5858 East Bay Sports Lil’ Kickers Lil’ Kickers is a national, non-competitive child development program for boys and girls ages 18 months to 12. Your children will not only learn the fundamentals of soccer, but have fun and create new friendships in the process. Info: chris@sanramonsports.com. 925-831-9050 Menlo School Boys Soccer Camps The Menlo School boys soccer camp develops players’ fundamental technical skills, allowing them to better enjoy the game. These skills will be developed through a series of progressive drills, then applied to game situations. Players will benefit from the Menlo soccer program’s fun team-building environment. Open to grades 8-12, all levels. Info: www.menloschool. org/athletics/camps-and-clinics.php; info@ menloschool.org; 650.330.2000 Walnut Creek Surf Development Days/Skills Clinics Summer Camps and Clinics for players entering 1st-8th grades. We offer camps and clinics at Arbolado. Each fun week will include new objectives to improve the technical and tactical skills of all players. Camps are run by WCSC Professional Training Staff and are fun and engaging. Info: wcsc_info@wcsc.org

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St. Francis Catholic High School Camps Led by Maryclaire Robinson, St. Francis Varsity head coach. Provides opportunity to become familiar with the St. Francis program and train in individual techniques and striking and tactical awareness. All elements emphasized: warm-up, trapping, dribbling, passing, shooting, small-sided games and stretching. Info: www.stfrancishs.org/sports-camps; summer@stfrancishs.org; (916) 737-5050 Olympus Soccer Summer Training Program Programs offered are for ages 8-12 and 13+. Drills, skills and complete understanding of the game are taught by experienced coaches. Info: 530-567-5200, polito.olympus@gmail. com or miguelsandoval.olympus@gmail.com Nike Soccer Camps For soccer enthusiast looking to improve skills, work hard and have fun! Offering coed, girls, and boys only programs at fantastic soccer venues with a safe, healthy and fun learning environment for all ability levels. Info: 1-800-NIKE-CAMP Diablo Futbol Club Camps & Clinics Diablo FC is committed to instilling passion and enjoyment in a positive, safe, competitive environment. Our comprehensive program and professional staff train players in the mental, physical, technical and tactical aspects of soccer in order to reach their individual potential and compete at the highest level of play. Info: www.diablofc.org; 925-7988-GOAL Bladium Soccer Camps Fun and challenging skill-intensive games structured to improve fundamental soccer skills and knowledge. Designed for all players ages 7-10 who want to improve their fundamental soccer skills and knowledge in preparation for the Bladium West Ham United International Academy’s more advanced training. Info 510814-4999 x111 or AlamedaSA@Bladium.com Heritage Summer Clinics & Player I.D. Camp Heritage is a Pleasant Hill/Martinez based competitive soccer club. Players 8-18 can try out and compete at the highest levels. We are always looking for qualified boys and girls to play on our competitive teams. Tryouts happening in May. Clinics and I.D. Camps during the summer. Find us on Facebook, Instagram or www.HeritageSC.com. Info: info@ HeritageSC.com Moreau Catholic Coed Soccer Camps Our youth summer day camps are designed for players of all levels who want to learn and improve their fundamental skills in a fun and encouraging environment. Small-sided games to encourage personal involvement and enhance the understanding of team concepts; technical and ball mastery skills sessions; shooting drills, and much more! Info: ABaillou@moreaucatholic.org or CoachDanielVazquez@gmail.com ✪

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