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hen did May get here? Weren’t we just writing about our All-NorCal football teams and previewing baseball and softball?

For whatever reason, it often feels like no high school sports season goes by faster than spring. As sports writers, it always feels like we emerge from the basketball state championships, blink, and there’s two weeks before spring playoffs begin.

So around this time, I like to do a re-set, get my bearings and tell you what we here at SportStars are looking forward to over the last month (sniff.) of the 2015-16 season of NorCal high school athletics.

Here are five things we’ll be following over the next five weeks.

1. SABRINA WATCH — Ha! Not even a spring sport. We, and every other women’s basketball fan across the country will be tuned in to see where Sabrina Ionescu — who is honored later in this issue as part of our All-NorCal Basketball Team selections — will choose to play her college career. Her reported three finalists are Oregon, Oregon State and Cal. However, she’s ranked No. 4 among ESPNW.com’s top recruits in the nation, so the entire Division I college landscape has interest in her landing spot. The regular signing period ends on May 18.

2. DANIELLE & THE DONS — The Amador ValleyPleasanton softball team once again has that runaway-train look about them. Sophomore two-way star Danielle Williams (pictured above) already has three no-hitters and was batting a crisp .469 through April. Is there an NCS Division I team out there that can push them, keep them from repeating as champs? It might be the team right across town from them, Foothill-Pleasanton. Or perhaps an offensively gifted Heritage-Brentwood team. Either way, it should be good drama.

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3. CLASH OF THE TITANS — Davis High has been the Sac-Joaquin Section’s (and arguably NorCal’s) best baseball team through the first two months of the season. The Blue Devils opened the year with a 13-game winning streak and promptly knocked SportStars NorCal Preseason No. 1 Elk Grove out of the top spot. The defending SJS Div. I-champion Thundering Herd recently reminded Davis of their presence by stomping the Devils 14-1 on April 25. Davis avenged two days later with a 2-1 victory, but the message had already been sent. The two programs own each of the last three Div. I titles (Elk Grove in 2013 and 2015; Davis in 2014), and seeing them scrap for another should be a treat.

4. STATE SWIMMING 2.0 — Now that the CIF already has one year of the CIF State Swimming Championships under its belt, it will be interesting to see how they seek to broaden its appeal and make sure that the state’s most elite swimmers are there competing. However, more locally, now that there are state championships to defend, we’re eager to see if swimmers such as Bryce Mefford (Oak Ridge-El Dorado Hills), Hank Poppe (San Ramon Valley-Danville) and Madelyn Murphy (Carondelet-Concord) will be able to repeat.

5. BAY AREA 75 ANTICIPATION — With awards season already under way — if you’re holding our Sac-Joaquin edition featuring the River Cats All-City Team, you know what we’re talking about — we’re already getting fired up thinking about the fourth annual Bay Area 75 (due out mid-June).

Who’s No. 1? Could Ionescu be the first girl to top the rankings? Will a spring athlete make a major push? It should be fun finding out.

Enjoy the drama, sports fans. See you next month when we express shock at the arrival of June. ✪

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ELK GROVE - BASEBALL - SENIOR The outfielder/pitcher has been big for the Thundering Herd in taking sole possession of first place in the highly competitive Delta League. In a 14-1 victory over rival Davis, Carlson went 2-for-3 with a double, a run scored and 4 RBI. He also pitched a five-inning complete game in which he allowed just one hit and an unearned run. For the season, the Cal State Fullerton-bound star is batting .433 with a Sac-Joaquin Section best eight home runs and 28 RBI, including five homers and 14 RBI in Delta League action. On the mound, he is a perfect 4-0 with one save, a 1.77 ERA and 35 strikeouts in 23.2 innings pitched. A four-year varsity letter winner, Dylan has been part of two of the program’s nine SJS championships. Elk Grove is 13-7 overall and 6-2 in the Delta League,

honorable mention KAITLYN RUBIO: The Placer-Auburn senior slugger belted a pair of homers in a recent 9-1 rout of FoothillSacramento. For the season, Rubio is batting .423 with 12 homers and 25 RBI.

JOSH JOHNS: Antioch senior outside hitter delivered 20 kills, 12 digs and two aces in a 3-1 win over HeritageBrentwood on April 28. The win moved the Panthers to 23-6 overall and left them one win shy of clinching their first league title in 20 years.

ELENA BRUCKNER: The Valley Christian-San Jose senior track star posted the state’s best marks of 2016 in both the shot put (53 feet, 7 inches) and discus (186-10) in a two-day stretch on April 22-23.

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WHERE ARE THEY NOW? STEPHEN NOGOSEK It was three years ago this month (May 1, 2013) that our Sac-Joaquin Edition featured Woodcreek-Roseville baseball pitcher Stephen Nogosek on the cover — dressed in his duck hunting gear. But the outdoors enthusiast spends less time hunting ducks and more time being one these days. In his third year at Oregon, Nogosek is among the top relief pitchers in the country. He opened 2016 on the National College Baseball Writers Association’s watch list for the Stopper of the Year Award and was one of just six relievers nationwide to be named a preseason All-American (third team) by Perfect Game. He’s proven worthy of the accolades too. Through May 2, Nogosek carries a 2-1 record with a 0.96 ERA and 11 saves in 21 appearances. enhance my ssm Scan this cove r for an exclusive

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The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney and Bob Dylan are going to headline a new music festival. There hasn’t been a collection of stars your dad liked this much since any Tuesday on CBS.

The news? Let’s see … umm, wasn’t there something about the Zodiac Killer not being able to use the restroom in North Carolina while Beyoncé sings?

Was that a thing? I think it was a thing.

Hey, if you flip over to page 14 you can see which basketball people were the best at putting the ball of baskets into the basketball ring. Now with more Ted Cruz! Nah, kidding. Gross.

Dyson unveiled a $400 hair dryer. So if you want to spend a lot of money on something that blows and aren’t a Niners fan, this might be for you.

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Marin Catholic alum Jared Goff joins elite company

t really wasn’t that long ago when Jared Goff was preparing for his junior season as a somewhat unknown quarterback at Marin Catholic High in Kentfield.

In that junior season in 2011, however, Goff broke out in a big way for the Wildcats and passed for more than 3,000 yards, establishing himself as a major college recruit.

Fast forward to April of 2016. Goff has had a stellar three seasons at Cal and his name is being bandied about as a possible first round NFL draft choice.

Then the Los Angeles Rams make a trade. In need of a quarterback and looking to make a splash in their first season back in L.A. after moving from St. Louis, they obtain the first pick in the draft and Goff is the one they want. On draft night in Chicago, all the speculation became official when NFL commissioner Roger Goodell followed the phrase of “the Los Angeles Rams select,” with the name “Jared Goff.”

Goff became the 12th former California high school football player to be selected with the first pick in the NFL Draft and just the fourth from Northern California.

Goff, who set passing records at Cal despite the team struggling to get wins (mostly due to porous defenses), was chosen by the Rams in what was probably a tough decision involving himself and the No. 2 pick of the draft, QB Carson Wentz of North Dakota State who was chosen by the Philadelphia Eagles.

The last NorCal player to be picked first in the draft was Steve Bartkowski of Buchser-Santa Clara in 1975. Also from Cal, Bartkowski is from a high school that closed in 1981. He was selected by the Atlanta Falcons and had several solid seasons for that team later in the 1970s.

The only other two from Northern California to go at No. 1 are Jim Plunkett of James Lick-San Jose in 1971 and O.J. Simpson of Galileo-San Francisco in 1969.

A Heisman Trophy winner from Stanford, Plunkett also was known as an outstanding wrestler when he competed for the Comets. He later was a Super Bowl MVP winner for the Oakland Raiders. He was chosen coming out of college, however, by the New England Patriots.

Not much needs to be said about O.J. The Heisman Trophy career at USC was followed by a great career for the Buffalo Bills, who also picked him No. 1 in the draft. After that, Simpson’s career wasn’t so great.

Let’s just say that O.J. Simpson Field at Galileo hasn’t been known by the name since the early 1990s.

Alex Smith of La Mesa-Helix was the last California player to go at No. 1 in 2005 by the 49ers. He’s become a top-flight NFL QB currently with the Kansas City Chiefs, but that draft of course has become legendary for how low Aaron Rodgers (Chico-Pleasant Valley) fell in the first round, eventually landing with Green Bay. David Carr, the older brother of current Oakland Raiders’ QB Derek Carr, was the No. 1 pick in 2002.

He went to Stockdale-Bakersfield, but Derek went to Bakersfield Christian a few years later. David Carr, who went to college at Fresno State, started for several years for the expansion Texans, but eventually settled into a backup role.

No one knows, of course, if there’s another Jared Goff out there getting ready for his junior season this spring. All coaches and parents, however, do know that a lot can happen in five years and that those five years will seem to fly by like it was yesterday. ✪ Mark Tennis is the co-founder of Cal-Hi Sports, and publisher of CalHiSports.com. Contact him at markjtennis@ gmail.com and follow him on Twitter, @CalHiSports.

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BASEBALL CALIFORNIA TOP 10

Davis’s Ryan Kriedler

SOFTBALL CALIFORNIA TOP 10

Amador Valley’s Courtney Dinelli

Through games of Saturday, April 30 1. (1)

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Buchanan-Clovis

Through games of Saturday, April 30 23-1

This school had nation’s No. 1 team in 2011, and this team may

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Redondo Union-Redondo Beach

20-1*

Two wins were by forfeit. Team’s schedule will get tougher down the stretch.

3. (5)

Lutheran-Orange

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22-3

Walk-off grand slam by Lauren Espalin in bottom of seventh gave Lancers a 6-2 win over previous No. 1 Mission Viejo.

be better.

2. (3)

1. (2)

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2. (1)

Mission Viejo

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19-3

The Diablo’s loss to Lutheran was the team’s first since March 17. Mission Viejo has already avenged their previous two losses to Los Alamitos and Mater Dei-Santa Ana.

Davis

18-3

3. (4)

La Habra

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22-1

This is where Blue Devils sat prior to playing Jesuit twice and

This team’s only loss is to Orange Lutheran and could play Mis-

then Mira Costa in Boras Classic state title game at Cal.

sion Viejo in CIFSS Div. II playoffs.

4. (9)

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JSerra-San Juan Capistrano

19-6

4. (5)

Los Alamitos

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19-2

Three-game sweep of previous No. 2 Orange Lutheran put the

The Griffins were No. 1 in StudentSports.com’s FAB 50

Lions back up near the top.

national rankings until recent loss to Huntington Beach.

5. (6)

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Clovis North-Fresno

20-4-1

Broncos are eyeing a two-game series next week against No. 1 Buchanan.

6. (7)

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5. (6)

Etiwanda

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25-2

No other team in the nation can hit like the Eagles, who have a .490 team batting average and 54 home runs among their 135 extra-base hits through 27 games.

De La Salle-Concord

15-3

6. (3)

Huntington Beach

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19-3

Two of the Spartans’ three losses are to Orange County teams,

A loss to Marina-Huntington Beach caused the Oilers to lose a

which could come back to haunt them at end of season.

few positions in this week’s rankings.

7. (10)

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Clovis

21-5

7. (7)

Mater Dei-Santa Ana

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21-4

We don’t think Clovis Unified has ever had three of the state’s

The Monarchs still have one win vs. Mission Viejo and one vs.

top seven ranked baseball teams before.

Orange Lutheran.

8. (12)

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J.W. North-Riverside

18-6

This team could be similar to school’s 2011 squad that won CIF Southern Section Div. I title.

9. (13)

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El Toro-Lake Forest

18-5

Chargers count NL All-Star Nolan Arenado as recent graduate.

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La Costa Canyon-Carlsbad

17-5

8. (8)

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Amador Valley-Pleasanton

15-2

After their first game of 2016, the Dons have gone 15-1 with their only loss to Orange Lutheran.

9. (9

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Grand Terrace

17-1

The Titans are No. 7 in one national ranking, but not that high in the FAB 50.

10. (10) —

Oaks Christian-Westlake Village

23-0-1

In recent weeks, Mavs have become solid No. 1 from CIF San

This team has maintained a slight edge over No. 11 East Union-

Diego Section.

Manteca for several weeks.

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SAYEED PRIDGETT | 6-5, GUARD/FORWARD | EL CERRITO | SR. The Montana-signee averaged 21.9 points in league; led team to NCS Div. II repeat.

ROBINSON IDEHEN | 6-10, CENTER | MODESTO CHRISTIAN | SR. He averaged 15.8 points, 8.7 rebounds for Crusaders team which went 32-2.

KENNY WOOTEN | 6-8, FORWARD | MANTECA | SR. Nevada-bound dynamic scorer and rim protector averaged 13.6 points, 10.9 rebs. and 4 blocks.

CHRISTIAN TERRELL | 6-4, GUARD | SACRAMENTO | SR. Ticketed for UC Santa Barbara after posting averages of 13.2 points, 8.2 rebs. and 4.7 assists this season.

OSCAR FRAYER | 6-6, FORWARD | MOREAU CATHOLIC | SR. Grand Canyon-signee averaged 15.8 pts., 9.6 rebs; will go down as one of school’s all-time best

PLAYER OF THE YEAR SOLOMON YOUNG | 6-7, FORWARD | SACRAMENTO | SR. The Dragons’ big man led Sacramento to a 30-win campaign that included a Sac-Joaquin Section Div. II championship. The Iowa Statebound big man is capable of dominating down low and knocking down jumpers from the outside, and is an imposing presence on the defensive end. Young averaged 17.4 points, 7.6 rebounds and 2.8 blocks to help the Dragons to the NorCal Open Division semifinals.

JORDAN RATINHO | 6-2, GUARD | DE LA SALLE-CONCORD | SR. The USF-bound guard delivered whatever the Spartans needed on their way to 31 wins and a CIF NorCal Open Div. title. He was bestowed Player of the Year honors from multiple Bay Area publications as the best player for the region’s best team.

JAKE KILLINGSWORTH | 6-5, FORWARD | SERRA-SAN MATEO | SR. The West Catholic Athletic League and Mercury News Player of the Year is bound for Columbia after averaging a double-double of 15 points and 11 rebounds for the CIF Div. II state champions. He scored 15 points and grabbed 16 boards in the state final.

JORDAN FORD | 6-0, GUARD | FOLSOM | SR. The Saint Mary’s-bound point guard was a four-year starter who led the Bulldogs to two SJS championships and a CIF NorCal title. Averaging in double digits in each of his four years, Ford returned Folsom to prominence with an 87-13 record over the last three years.

Jadé Smith | 6-2, Point Guard | St. Joseph Notre Dame-Alameda | Jr. Christian Ellis | 6-1, Guard | Modesto Christian | Sr. Souley Boum | 6-2, Guard | Oakland Tech | Jr. Jordan Brown | 6-10, Center | Woodcreek-Roseville | Jr James Kelbert 6-3, Guard/Forward | Leland-San Jose | Sr.

ILMAR’I THOMAS | 6-1, GUARD/FORWARD | SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL-S.F. | JR. Averaged 23.3 points, 11.8 rebounds for CIF Div. III state champs.

KAT TUDOR | 6-0, GUARD | ST. MARY’S-STOCKTON | SR. Oregon State-bound long-range shooter for the Rams averaged 12.8 points per game for national powerhouse.

LAUREN CRAIG | 6-2, FORWARD | ST. FRANCIS-SACRAMENTO | SR. Helped Troubadours to a CIF NorCal Div. I championship with averages of 16.8 points, 13.4 rebounds and 2.8 blocks.

NINA BESSOLO | 6-1, GUARD/FORWARD | CASTRO VALLEY | SR. Headed to UC Davis, she averaged 17.7 points and 9.6 rebs for NCS Div. I champs.

BAYLEE VANDERDOES | 6-1, FORWARD | CASTRO VALLEY San Diego State-bound post player averaged 21.1 points, 11.0 rebounds and 3.6 blocks per game for 21-9 Placer team.

DAMARI MILSTEAD | 6-2, GUARD | MOREAU CATH.-HAYWARD | JR. The versatile guard was electric night-in and night-out, averaging 19.1 points and 5.4 assists to help the Mariners go 25-5 and win the North Coast Section Div. III title.

Uriah Howard | 5-11, Forward | Miramonte | Sr. McKenzie Forbes | 6-0, Forward | Folsom | Sr. Mikaela Topper | 5-5, Point Guard | Pinewood-Los Altos Hills | Jr. Myah Pace | 5-11, Guard/Forard | Bishop O’Dowd-Oaktown | Jr. Tia Hay | 5-7, Guard | St. Francis-Sacramento | Sr.

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PLAYER OF THE YEAR SABRINA IONESCU | 6-0, GUARD/FORWARD | MIRAMONTEORINDA | SR. There wasn’t much the McDonald’s All-American didn’t accomplish in her final season with the Matadors. She averaged 25.9 points, 8.8 assists, 7.3 rebounds and 4.5 steals to propel her team to a 32-1 record and a CIF NorCal Open Div. title. She was the MVP of the McDonald’s A-A game, the USA Today National Player of the Year and took State Player of the Year honors from both Cal-Hi Sports and Gatorade. Her announcment as to which college she’ll attend will be big news later this month.

MINYON MOORE | 5-9, GUARD | SALESIAN-RICHMOND | SR. The USC-bound Moore avearged 21 points, 4.1 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 5.2 steals for 27-win Pride. She scored 40 in a CIF Open Div. firstround upset of favored Archbishop Mitty-San Jose.

AARION MCDONALD | 5-7, POINT GUARD | BROOKSIDE CHRISTIAN-STOCKTON | SR. The Washington-signee posted season averages of 22 points, 8.4 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 6 steals. The Knights went 26-9 and won the SJS Div. IV championship.

AQUIRA DECOSTA | 6-2, CENTER | ST. MARY’S-STOCKTON | SO. The sophomore sensation followed up an outstanding high school debut season with an all-around game that led the Rams to a 28-1 record and the SJS Div. I crown. She averaged 15.2 points, 9.4 rebounds and 3.2 steals.

MADELINE HOLLAND | 5-10, GUARD/FORWARD | ARCHBISHOP MITTY-SAN JOSE | JR. Holland was named the San Jose Mercury News Player of the year after pacing a potent Monarchs team. She led the Central Coast Section Open Div. champs in scoring (10.8), rebounds (8.9) and assists (3.9).

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DIRT TRACK TO A CAREER TRACK J

Avid dirt biker John Cunningham took his passion for Cal State Parks and dirt bikes & shifted it into a career

ohn Cunningham took his passion of riding dirt bikes and turned it into a career as a California State Parks Ranger. Ranger Cunningham has been riding his dirt bike at Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area (SVRA) since he was 10 years old and has been working as a ranger at the park for more than two years.

As a youngster living only an hour away in Reseda, John and his family often loaded up dirt bikes and headed to Hungry Valley for the day. Cunningham fondly remembers his frequent trips to the park, “I knew that coming out here would be fun!”

As a child, John also spent time riding and camping in the Jawbone and Dove Springs area, part of the new California State Parks acquisition that he now patrols.

In his early twenties, John raced Enduro and Hare Scrambles at Hungry Valley SVRA. While riding at Hungry Valley one day, he saw a ranger on a dirt bike (John’s Ah-ha! moment) and flagged him down. As he talked with the ranger, John realized that he needed more college credits to meet the requirements for a ranger position.

While finishing his college classes, he joined the volunteer patrol staff at Hungry Valley SVRA, gaining valuable knowledge which made him more competitive for the job.

After graduating from the six-month training academy to become a California State Parks Ranger, John chose to return and work at the park that he knows and loves. Most weekends you might find John out on patrol at Hungry Valley, either on a dirt bike or in an RZR quad vehicle. As an avid dirt bike rider, he still races a few times a year. Now, though, he mostly focuses on Dual Sport rides, which are often multi-day events.

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park. As a ranger, John is now charged with protecting the park where he grew up. John is the consummate professional; his off-highway vehicle (OHV) experience is evident, and the pride of being a ranger is reflected in the interactions with park visitors.

If you are interested in a job that operates or works with off-highway vehicles (OHVs), there are a variety available with the OffHighway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) Division of California State Parks. An employee with an OHV background benefits both the park and the public. An added bonus for the employee is working in a scenic setting that supports OHV recreation and environmental stewardship. Shift your passion into high gear; Ranger Cunningham is a perfect example of how following your passion can lead to an exciting career.

For information about being hired for a permanent position with State Parks or to become a State Parks Ranger, check out www. parks.ca.gov and click on the JOBS tab. To inquire about seasonal or part-time employment positions in maintenance, resources, administration, and interpretation at Hungry Valley SVRA, please email recruiter Lisa Zamecki at Lisa.Zamecki@parks.ca.gov.

Visitors to the State Vehicular Recreation Areas bring a variety of off-highway vehicles to explore the trails and enjoy the thrill of the ride. Hungry Valley SVRA is a 20,000 acre OHV park with almost 150 miles of diverse trails, a motocross track, several practice tracks and a 4x4 obstacle course to improve vehicle operating skills. Park information is tweeted, posted on Facebook at Hungry Valley SVRA and on the Hungry Valley website at www.ohv.parks.ca.gov/hungryvalley. Hungry Valley SVRA is located at 5301 Peace Valley Road, Gorman, CA 93243. There is a $5 day use fee and $10 overnight camping fee.

For more information, call (661)248-7007.

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As concussion awareness continues to lead to more rule changes in NorCal and beyond, the soft helmet continues to rise Story by Chace Bryson

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hen it comes to being a CEO, Mike Juels is in the midst of an MVP season.

The former part-time football coach has reached the sweet spot with his Southern California company — that point where he doesn’t need to go out and seek business. The business is running to him like an All-11 blitz.

Juels founded and owns Gamebreaker, a company that produces soft shell helmets for athletes. His company was the first to pioneer the market for soft helmets approximately five years ago. Just about the time that concussion awareness became one of the hottest topics in sports.

Right time. Right product.

“I was coaching football in the late 2000’s. I saw schools throwing a ton and playing a ton of 7-on-7, and I was just seeing the head injuries pile up,” Juels said in a phone interview with SportStars. “I sort of had that epiphany and told my wife, ‘You know when you said you’d love me no matter what? It’s No-Matter-What time.’”

Juels, who got his first patent on the idea in 2000, sold his very successful promotional products company in 2011 and began moving full force on creating Gamebreaker. The helmet is already in it’s fourth version now, the Gamebreaker Pro — which includes the globally exclusive use of D30 Impact Technology. D30, produced in the United Kingdom, is a protective foam material engineered to provide high-performance shock absorption. The product is also featured in Schutt football helmets and CCM hockey helmets, to name a few.

“The harder the impact, the more it stiffens,” Juels explained.

In the past three to four years, as more and more states and high school athletic associations pass laws and rule changes to protect against concussions, Juels has felt the impact at Gamebreaker.

Now, the schools of the North Coast Section are the newest institutions lining up to talk to him.

In an April 5 meeting, the NCS Board of Managers voted to approve a proposal that mandated football teams could no longer wear helmets or shoulder pads for the duration of the Summer Period that lasts from June 1 to the earliest allowed practice date in August. It also eliminated the use of helmets during spring practices.

With a great number of NCS football programs participating in 7-on-7 competitions over the summer, there was suddently a need for head gear in the wake of the NCS ruling. The NCS is not the first — Mike Juels section in the state to do this; in fact NorCal is catching up the rest of the state as well as several other states which have created similar mandates.

Also, the need for soft helmets isn’t exclusive to football by any stretch.

Though 95 percent of Gamebreaker’s business is with football and 7-on-7 programs, there’s also a growing demand for them in soccer, field hockey and girls lacrosse. Currently, girls lacrosse competition in Northern California does not require any type of protective head gear. The state of Florida will mandate lacrosse helmets for both boys and girls by 2017.

Juels even mentioned water polo among sports that could benefit from the soft helmet.

He also pointed out that all of this goes beyond head protection.

“The true thought process around soft shell headgear is to de-weaponize the head,” he said. “If I’m wearing a helmet and you’re not, you’re safer playing with me. It’s going to protect other parts of the body where helmets make contact.”

Organizations such as schools are catching on to it all — whether new rules are pushing them that way or not. However, one thing is clear: Juels will continue to feel the impact. ✪

“The true thought process around soft shell headgear is to de-weaponize the head.”

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USA! Livermore’s Sekany gets called up

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livia Sekany played a handful of different sports growing up. Growing up in Livermore, she played baseball (not softball) and volleyball and soccer. She maintained other hobbies, too, such as playing guitar.

However, like so many other girls in the U.S., watching the 2011 Women’s World Cup brought about a major shift in focus. She was going to double-down on soccer.

“Seeing those players on TV made me think it was something I really wanted to do long term,” said Sekany, who is now 16 and a goalkeeper for the Pleasanton Rage 98 of the Elite Club National League. “I put everything I had into soccer.”

Sekany’s dedication to the sport has reaped major dividends over the past few years. She earned a spot in the U.S. Soccer Olympic Development Program, earned an ECNL spot with Rage and then accepted an offer to play collegiately at Cal. But her biggest highlight came April 16-23 when she was one of four goalkeepers to earn an invite to the U.S. U18 Youth National Team camp at the StubHub Center in Carson.

It was an invite she thought she might miss out on after skipping an ODP Regional Camp invite last summer in order to spend her 16th birthday in Vancouver for the World Cup. “I was so nervous,” Sekany said. “I had to trust that I’d get another chance.”

Thanks to a bit of prodding by the Cal coaching staff as well as her goalkeeper coach for the past three years, Nate Failing, members of the Youth National Team coaching staff were on hand to watch Sekany at her ECNL tournament in San Diego

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during the first weekend of April. She returned home Sunday and received an email invitation to camp on Tuesday.

She had two weeks to get prepared and it was off to SoCal. “It was kind of a whirlwind,” said Sekany who attended Livermore High as a freshman before transitioning to an online education through Laurel Springs School. “Training sessions were intense. They shoot the ball very hard.”

Her self-evaluation of her performance said there was definitely stuff she needed to work on, but her ultimate goal of making the U18 National Team travel roster for an international trip remains realistic. “My goal is to make the traveling roster for the October trip” she said. “I want to be in the mix.

That would be great way to get my feet wet.”

BLUE STREAK Almost a year after the top-seeded Davis High girls soccer team was bounced from the Sac-Joaquin Section Div. I semifinals in a 1-0 upset loss to St. Francis-Sacramento, the Blue Devils appear on a mission. As of May 2, that playoff defeat remains the last loss the team has suffered.

Only a May 4 regular season finale with Monterey Trail-Elk Grove (a team it beat 11-0 on April 11) stood between Davis and an unbeaten regular season. The Blue Devils entered that match with a 15-0-2 record and legitimate shot at playoff redemption. The team, which only features four seniors, will be seeking its first SJS Div. I title since 2011. ✪ — Chace Bryson

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e La Salle fifth-year varsity baseball coach David Jeans wasn’t trying to boast. But clearly, he couldn’t be happier with the state of his program, the players or his assistant coaches.

Through 18 games, the Spartans are a nifty 15-3 with a sparkling 1.16 team ERA and a 121-strikeout to 40-walk ratio.

Starters Nick Sparks and Conner Roberts, who played secondary roles on last year’s North Coast Section runner-up squad, are a combined 12-0 and have given up six earned runs in 66 innings.

“They’ve put in an incredible amount of time and effort,” Jeans said of the duo, who each stand 6 feet, 3 inches and weigh 170 pounds. “Both are pro prospects and both have benefited from who I think are the best pitching coaches around (Cliff Coleman and Kevin Ricketts). What they’ve done is tremendous. We’ve had no arm problems. The weight work and conditioning these kids put in is incredible. That goes for all of them.”

All of them is 34 — almost preposterous for a baseball roster.

But Jeans believes in a big, family atmosphere. He doesn’t like cutting kids, especially those who put in the time and play the game and dedicate themselves the right way.

“We have a lot of good baseball players on our campus starting as ninth graders,” Jeans said. “We don’t want to get rid of good kids and baseball players. They deserve to be varsity players. Two good players are better than one.”

The younger guys push. The older guys mentor. It makes for a big, crowded,

loud and intimidating dugout. Especially when all of them have devoted themselves to four-day-a-week weight-lifting regimen in the summer and fall.

All of it has led to the team’s .337 batting average, its 111-33 run differential and seven shutouts. As of May 1, the Spartans were No. 3 in the state and eighth nationally in the MaxPreps computer rankings.

Jeans loves the work ethic, camaraderie and the execution. He has only one complaint. “I wish we could play everyday,” he said.

Instead, he watches his players work. It’s not easy, said senior shortstop Armani Smith.

“Man, it’s hot and hard during the summer,” the UC Santa Barbara-signee said.

“But I tell all the younger guys, keep pushing. It’s all worth it.”

There are some big boys in the dugout, about one-third who also play in De La Salle’s nationally renowned football program.

Among the more imposing gents at first sight: sophomore first baseman Trace Tammaro (6-3, 240), junior third baseman Gio Mijares (6-3, 225), senior pitcher/ first baseman Grant Jones (6-2, 215), junior pitcher/first baseman Gabe Giosso (6-3, 240) and senior pitcher/first baseman Zach Scherman (6-3, 225).

In all, 13 Spartans stand 6-2 or taller, including the 6-2, 195-pound Smith who as a freshman was 5-9 and 160. Roberts was 5-6 and 100 pounds as a freshman and he could barely make the throw from second to first. He’s grown nine inches and gained 70 pounds in four years.

He’s also been clocked at better than 90 miles-per-hour on the mound.

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super-sized in 2016 “We pride ourselves on being one of the strongest teams around,” Roberts said. “It’s got me where I am today. It’s really why I’m playing baseball now.”

Said Smith, whose dad Chris Smith is out of Vallejo, was a second-round pick of the Angels in 1992: “I definitely wouldn’t be where I’m at without the workouts. None of us would be. It’s what helps bond us. Going through that tough stuff. We’ve put so much into the season. We don’t want all that time and effort to go to waste.”

With such a big roster, a majority of the players don’t get in games. That’s why Saturdays are so vital.

That’s when Jeans has the team scrimmage for two to three hours.

It’s not only fun and builds chemistry but there are huge levels of improvement.

“It gets super competitive,” Jeans said. “It makes games easier.

When you’re facing Cullen Kafka and he’s hitting 90 miles-per-hour on the (radar gun) and then throws a slider 83, you’re going to get better.”

Kafka, a 6-4, 180-pound junior, has already committed to the University of Oregon. But get this: He’s only got in 16 innings, has a 2-1 record with a 1.75 ERA. He’s struck out 16.

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“We have a lot of good baseball players on our campus starting as ninth graders. We don’t want to get rid of good kids and baseball players. They deserve to be varsity players. Two good players are better than one.”

Nick Sparks

­— De La Salle coach David Jeans

15-3

2. (6)

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St. Francis-Mountain View

18-7

3. (2)

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Davis

18-3

4. (4)

— Heritage-Brentwood

5. (3)

▼

Serra-San Mateo

17-5-1

6. (7)

▲

Elk Grove

15-7

7. (5)

▼

Jesuit-Carmichael

16-6

8. (8)

— Bellarmine-San Jose

9. (10)

▲

14-3

17-8

Vintage-Napa

15-6-1

10. (12) ▲

Oak Ridge-El Dorado Hills

15-4

11. (14) ▲

Palo Alto

19-4-1

12. (17) ▲

Acalanes-Lafayette

17-2

13. (11) ▼

Sacred Heart Cathedral-S.F.

16-8

14. (NR) ▲

Marin Catholic-Kentfield

16-3

15. (13) ▼

Maria Carrillo-Santa Rosa

12-7

16. (NR) ▲

St. Mary’s-Stockton

14-10

17. (20) ▲

Los Gatos

17-10

18. (16) ▼

Archbishop Mitty-San Jose

14-10

19. (NR) ▲

Clayton Valley Charter-Concord

16-5

20. (9)

Casa Grande-Petaluma

13-5

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DROPPED OUT: No. 15 Tracy, No. 18 Alameda and No. 19 Leland-San Jose BIGGEST MOVERS: While there were other teams who jumped more spots, no team had a better 10-day stretch than St. Francis-Mountain View. Our Preseason No. 1 is right back on the doorstep, jumping four spots to No. 2 after going 5-0 with wins over four ranked teams (Sacred Heart Cathedral-S.F., Serra-San Mateo, Bellarmine-San Jose and Palo Alto), three of which were in the Top 10.

The biggest mover for total spots was Marin CatholicKentfield, whe returns to No. 14 — the very spot it dropped out of the rankings from on April 9. The Wildcats have since won seven straight.

“On any other team, he’d be the ace,” Jeans said. “Lot of guys not starting for us would be all-league players somewhere else.”

Sparks, a Saint Mary’s-signee, and UC Santa Barbarabound Roberts, know the feeling. They pitched last year behind Justin Hooper (now at UCLA) and Cameron Schneider (Cal Poly).

Roberts was 1-0 with a 0.84 ERA, but pitched just 8.1 innings. Sparks was 1-0 with a 0.91 ERA in just 15.1 innings.

Connor Redman, the team’s closer last year, actually threw more innings than both with 19 innings, while compiling a 1.47 ERA, 2-1 record and four saves.

Redman, now a 6-2, 180-pound senior, is the team’s starting third baseman while continuing to close. A Cal Polysignee, Redman is 1-2 with a 2.67 ERA and a save.

“You just need to be patient and wait your turn here,” Roberts said. “It all works out. Our coaches do amazing work with all of us. … When you got 34 guys going after one goal, it’s hard to beat.”

Jeans, a former head freshman and JV football coach on campus, has taken De La Salle to the North Coast Section playoffs in all four of his seasons. Like the big boy San Francisco Giants, the Spartans have won on even number years, 2012 and 2014. So this is their year?

“Hadn’t even thought of that,” Smith said. “No matter what has happened in the past, this is our year for sure.”

Losing such vital arms as Hooper and Schneider and four every-game starters, many didn’t see such success this year. Jeans knew if they got some offensive support from the first-year starters, they’d be good.

They’ve been better than good. ›› Tammaro is batting .273 and last week he blasted his team-best third home run, to go along with four doubles and 13 RBIs. “He’s a pleasant surprise,” Jeans said. “He won the job largely because of his footwork around the bag. His bat has been a big bonus.” ›› Junior second baseman Michael Curran (6-1, 205), also a football player, is hitting .333 with 13 hits and 12

Armani Smith

— De La Salle-Concord

Conner Roberts

1. (1)

Connor Redmond

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RBIs. “He’d be our shortstop any other year, but with Armani there, he’ll just need to wait until next year,” Jeans said. “He’s really athletic.” ›› Junior centerfielder Ryan Cole (5-10, 155) is DLS’s leadoff man and is second on the team with a .446 average and team-bests of 23 runs and 25 hits. “He makes our running game go,” Jeans said. “He’s been a huge differencemaker.” ›› Junior designated hitter Giosso bats fourth and leads the team in RBIs with 19. He’s also hitting .378 with 17 hits.

He had a home run and five RBI in a 9-2 win over California on April 29. “He’s helped solidify the middle of the order.”

And the veterans, they picked up where they left off as starters last year. ›› Smith is hitting a team-best .462 with 18 runs and 17 hits. A starter at second last year, he’s moved over to play his natural position flawlessly. He and Cole have each stolen 10 bases in 11 attempts. “He’s our heart and soul,” Jeans said.

“Never coached a better kid. A total pleasure in all ways and one heck of a baseball player.” ›› Senior left fielder Joe Vranesh, an All-Bay Area linebacker, bats third and is hitting .350 with 16 RBIs. He’s signed to join Sparks at Saint Mary’s. “A great athlete, a free swinger, he likes to drive in runs,” Jeans said. ›› Redmond is hitting .426 with 20 hits and 15 RBIs. “He has to condition with both the pitchers and the rest of the guys,” Jeans said. “He does whatever we ask of him and he does so superbly.” ›› Senior catcher Mason Behiel (5-9, 185), an All-League lineman in football, handles the staff superbly. Any hitting — he’s hitting .250 with 11 hits — is simply a bonus.

So is having arms like seniors Jordan Chriss and Jones and junior Milton Vrionis, who has also committed to Saint Mary’s. Jones will walk on at USC and Chriss will pitch at Columbia.

“We have a lot of talented kids who are highly motivated,” Jeans said. “Best of all they really care about each other.

We’re right where we want to be.” ✪

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— Amador Valley-Pleasanton

15-2

2. (2)

— East Union-Manteca

19-0

3. (3)

— Pioneer-San Jose

18-2

4. (4)

— Sheldon-Sacramento

19-2

5. (5)

— Alhambra-Martinez

14-2

6. (6)

— Heritage-Brentwood

12-2

7. (7)

— Rocklin

18-1

8. (8)

— Archbishop Mitty-San Jose

16-2

9. (11)

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Vanden-Fairfield

14-0

10. (10) — Foothill-Pleasanton

13-2

11. (12) ▲

Carlmont-Belmont

20-2

12. (13) ▲

Castro Valley

14-3

13. (14) ▲

Oakdale

17-1

14. (15) ▲

Newark Memorial

14-4

15. (NR) ▲

Bishop O’Dowd-Oakland

16-2

16. (19) ▲

Benicia

14-4

17. (17) — Freedom-Oakley

9-3

18. (9)

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Woodcreek-Roseville

14-5

19. (20) ▲

Mt. Pleasant-San Jose

15-4

20. (16) ▼

San Benito-Hollister

19-3

DROPPED OUT: No. 18 Half Moon Bay BIGGEST MOVERS: Hard to have much movement when the top 8 combine to go 25-0 over a week and a half.

Vanden-Fairfield, however, cracked the Top 10 as it stayed undefeated on the year with three more victories. The biggest mover was technically Bishop O’Dowd who debuts in the rankings at No. 15 after earning a legitimizing 3-0 victory over previous No. 9 Woodcreek-Roseville. The Dragons also have a win over Castro Valley on the season.

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Sheldon’s Jordan Fines takes a cut at the plate while the Huskies celebrate with Taliyah Miles, below.

Sheldon leads a familiar group of contenders as SJS playoffs near

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s the calendar turned to May, the Sac-Joaquin Section softball playoff picture started to come into focus. And it’s clear that some familiar teams will be favorites to add to their collection of championships.

Defending champions Sheldon-Sacramento and East UnionManteca have continued to roll in 2016 after finishing 2015 claiming titles in their respective divisions.

Meanwhile, five-time SJS champion Oakdale is currently near the top of the section rankings with an eye on a Division IV championship.

Sheldon (19-2) has turned up the offensive heat to compile a 9-0 record in the Delta League and notch an impressive 11-1 rout of Bay Area-power Alhambra-Martinez since last losing a game on March 22 (a 10-inning, 6-5 loss to Del Campo-Fair Oaks). Head coach Mary Jo Truesdale’s charges have scored nearly 12 runs per game in league action, and are currently batting .405 as a team.

The 2015 Huskies had only one active senior on their playoff roster, but played beyond their years to win the program’s sixth SJS Div. I title. A strong group of seniors played major roles for last year’s championship squad brought back postseason experience, but the 2016 version of the Huskies has plenty of young help and fresh faces fueling the newest Sheldon repeat attempt.

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(The Huskies claimed D-1 titles in 2007-2008 and 2011-2012.)

“We have a great mix of seniors and underclassmen, and that’s what makes this such a special team,” said Truesdale. “They have made a nice bond and push each other to be their best.”

Seniors Jordan Fines, Sarah Fukushima, Jessica Scott, Julianna Galvez and Jaciana Vasquez provide the veteran voice for the Huskies, but not the lone voice of direction. This year, the Huskies created a players’ council headed up by the senior captains while including a representative from each class.

Leading by example and showing the younger players the way is nothing new for the Sheldon softball program. Players like Lindsey Ziegenhirt, Jolene Henderson and Alexis Cooper have won section titles and passed along their knowledge and experience to the next generation of Huskies through the years, and this year’s crop of seniors is intent on doing the same.

“We have one tradition and that is to leave a legacy,” said Truesdale, who is coaching her 19th team at Sheldon this year.

“Part of that legacy is connecting with the younger players to make sure that the legacy continues.”

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one of the premiere power hitters in Northern California, taking the offensive reins of the team. Throgh April, she was batting .524 with a section-best 13 home runs and 23 extra base hits in total. Her 1.333 slugging percentage was second in the SJS and 39 RBI were the third most in the section.

Shortstop Jordan Fines anchors the infield with her sister, junior second baseman Maci Fines, and the elder Fines is batting .453 and is second on the team with 27 RBI. Scott is hitting .365 with 23 hits and 15 RBI, but her greatest leadership contribution has come as a guide for the Huskies’ pitching staff, which consists of a one-two underclassmen punch.

Junior Taliyah Miles, who was promoted to the varsity team for the playoffs in 2015 after handling the JV pitching duties, is the primary occupant of the pitching circle for the Huskies. However, freshman Grace Owen has earned more work as the season has progressed. Miles logged nearly 90 innings while compiling a 12-2 record and a 1.96 ERA through April, while Owen pitched 30-plus frames to earn a 3-0 record with one save and a 0.47 ERA. Defense and fundamentals have long been a priority for Truesdale and the Huskies, and gain greater emphasis when the postseason approaches.

“Our focus is always on the basics because we are never too good to work on the fundamentals,” Truesdale said. “We work on the basics every day because it comes down to a game of throw and catch.”

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And that’s a game that Sheldon has won many more times than it has lost.

East Union’s victory in the Div. III section final last year was a mild surprise, but the Lancers’ success in 2016 has been par for the course. Despite losing terrfic-hitting outfielder Alexis Erich due to injury before her junior season even began, East Union entered May undefeated at 19-0 overall.

East Union head coach Brian Goulart has gotten expected hitting and leadership from senior shortstop Samantha Owen as well as big seasons from fellow seniors Michelle Castro, Alejandra Rascon and Taylor Ward. Add the potent pitching duo of juniors Delaney Pamplin and Mikayla Bongi and back-toback SJS titles for the Lancers would not be a surprise.

Standing in the way of East Union’s perfect VOL season is perennial section power Oakdale (17-1, 11-1). The May 10 regular-season finale between the two teams will likely determine the league champion and will give the winner momentum heading into the postseason.

The Mustangs, who defeated the Lancers in the 2014 Div. IV section final, have outstanding seniors hungry for a final SJS championship. Kindra and Maddi Hackbarth along with Haley Fuller have led at the plate and on the field while Scarlett Brock has led an amazing pitching trio. ✪ — Jim McCue

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Roseville earns late-notice hosting rights for ASA For the third consecutive year the Greater Sacramento Softball Association (GSSA) and Placer Valley Tourism (PVT) will be hosting a major youth event. This year they were awarded the ASA/USA 14U Class A Girls Fastpitch Western National Championships.

This week-long event will take place July 25-31at fields in both Roseville and Lincoln and is expected to bring 50 teams or more to Placer Valley.

“In somewhat of a surprise move, the ASA National Office in Oklahoma City moved the 2016 ASA/USA 14U Fastpitch Western Nationals from Colorado to Roseville,” said Jeff Dubchansky, Commissioner of GSSA. “This was

USA Swimming Splashdown The USA Swimming Speedo Champions Series is making a scheduled stop in Placer Valley when, for the first time ever, they will hold the Summer CA-NV Sectional Championships right here in Roseville.

This series highlights some of the best swimming talent in the nation and is broken down into four zones: Eastern, Western, Southern and Central. Each zone has approximately five stops and California falls in the Western Zone.

In past years, this sectional has been held at locations such as Santa Clarita and Clovis. This year, Roseville’s own California Capital Aquatics (CCA) will host this exciting event at the Roseville Aquatics Complex (RAC) from July 21-24 for the four-day pool competition. There will also be an Open Water Event on July 25 that at Granite Beach on Folsom Lake. This is a 5K event that is open to all sectional entrants and swimmers who meet the listed time standards.

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supposed to be a quiet National Championship year for our organizing committee.”

This move was largely due to the many previous successes the region has had in hosting ASA National Championship events and, according to Dubchansky, the strong support GSSA receives from PVT. The geographic region for this championship is made up of three ASA territories and will bring teams from all over California as well as many out-of-state teams from Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Colorado, Nevada, Utah, Idaho and possibly even Hawaii. The teams competing must be registered as “A” teams and participate in their local ASA As-

More than 600 swimmers are expected to be at the competition where they will be coming from all over California and Nevada to participate. In order to enter, swimmers had to pre-qualify with times that are achieved during the timeframe of May 1, 2015 through July 13, 2016. The meet format for the pool competition is trial/finals with the trials beginning at 9 a.m. each morning and the finals beginning at 5 p.m. each afternoon.

Denna Culpepper, Executive Director for Sierra Nevada Swimming, explained swimmers are allowed to compete in no more than six events and there is no age limit for the meet, only qualifying standards.

“Many college swimmers will be competing at the meet since they are usually back in their hometowns training over the summer with their USA Swimming club,” added Culpepper.

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A’s 14U Fastpitch Western Nationals sociation Championships in order to be eligible for this event.

GSSA plans to kick off the championships with an opening ceremonies at Woodcreek High School on July 25. The teams will gather for a day of fun activities that include carnival games, parade of teams, costume contests, guest speakers and more.

New for this year, the games will be streamed live with GameChanger. Now fans will be able to follow their team throughout the tournament via the live scores, play-by-play, stats/spray charts and recap stories. With nearly one thousand youth athletes expected to compete, it is going to be one amazing week of softball. ✪

the course of the competition. There will also be a Speedo representative on deck during the entire meet as well as an authorized Speedo merchandise dealer.

Placer Valley Tourism is thrilled to help host such an incredible swimming event. The RAC is located at 3051 Woodcreek Oaks Blvd. So mark your calendars and come watch these topnotch swimmers make a serious splash. ✪ — All copy and photos provided by Placer Valley Tourism Follow us on Twitter & Instagram, and like us on Facebook!

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Ryan Robards FOOTBALL

Ryan Robards, Elk Grove: The senior led the SJS with 2,884 rushing yards to help Elk Grove win the Delta League title and reach the section Div. I championship game. His rushing total and 43 rushing TDs broke long-standing school records.

Jake Jeffrey, Folsom: The Cal Poly-bound QB amassed 4,194 passing yards, 974 rushing yards and 61 total TDs to lead Folsom to a fourth consecutive SJS title.

Jonah Williams, Folsom: The Alabama-bound lineman was the Bulldogs’ lone returning starter and led a potent offensive attack that gained 6,657 yards.

Orlando Umana, Grant: The senior was the centerpiece of a massive offensive line that cleared paths for Grant runners to average 317 rushing yards per game.

Jacob Capra, Placer: The Oregon-bound lineman was the anchor on a Hillmen line that steamrolled opponents en route to 4,563 yards on the ground in 13 games.

Derrion Grim, McNair: The Nebraska-signee tied the singleseason state record for TD catches with 34, and finished the season with 96 catches for 1,928 yards.

Ian Book, Oak Ridge: The three-year starter passed for 3,049 yards, rushed for 779 yards and accounted for 42 total TDs before signing with Notre Dame.

Justin Rice, Central Catholic: The Fresno State-bound RB plowed through opponents for 2,698 yards and 32 TDs to lead the Raiders to a fourth straight CIF State Bowl Championship.

DeShawn Collins, Grant: The Pacers’ bruising RB powered his way to 2,298 yards rushing and 28 TDs before signing with the University of Rhode Island.

Devin Baldwin, Cordova: The senior WR hauled in 88 catches for 1,760 yards and 20 TDs for the Lancers.

Popo Aumavae, St. Mary’s: A two-way beast in the trenches, the junior was named the Tri-City Athletic League Most Valuable Player while anchoring both Rams’ lines.

Chase Hatada, Rocklin: The Boise State-signee was a huge difference-maker on the interior, anchoring the Thunder defense

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and leading the team to a the SJS Div. II final.

Lau Ta’amu, Elk Grove: The senior defensive tackle was the heart of a Thundering Herd defense that held opponents to less than 10 points per game in 13 victories.

Kekupaa Freehauf, Central Catholic: The senior LB was a threetime CIF State Bowl champion, led the Raiders with 155 tackles.

Roger Neal, Folsom: The versatile two-way senior had a teamhigh 171 tackles and used his speed and power to score eight TDs on offense.

Lamar Jackson, Franklin: The highly recruited safety chose Nebraska after starring as a two-way starter for the Wildcats. He accumulated 1200 total yards at QB when he was not patrolling the defensive backfield.

Derrick Henderson, Inderkum: The senior linebacker recorded 105 tackles to become the Tigers’ all-time tackles leader.

Trey Udoffia, Del Oro: The Colorado-signee was a two-way star who keyed the Golden Eagles’ state championship run with 54 tackles and four INTs as a shut-down DB. Jamarri Jackson, Christian Brothers: The junior had 1,606 allpurpose yards, 24 TDs, and four INTs as a jack-of-all-trades on offense, defense and special teams.

Mason Hurst, Del Oro: The junior led the D-1AA state champions with nine INTs while recording 91 tackles and adding 865 receiving yards and seven TDs. Kooper Richardson, Folsom: The senior offensive lineman was a bookend tackle who helped pave the way for the Bulldogs’ powerful and diverse offensive attack..

Beau Bisharat, Jesuit: The Colorado-bound RB rushed for 1,036 yards and seven TDs and added a pair of receiving scores for the Marauders.

Owen Scott, Placer: The Hillmen senior star accounted for 2,559 all-purpose yards and 30 total TDs that included rushing, receiving and kickoff return scores.

Scott Henrichs, Granite Bay: The senior was inspirational after returning from an illness in the 2014-15 school year to catching 58 balls for 949 yards and recording eight receiving TDs. Kevin Kassis, Oak Ridge: The top receiver led the team with 72

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receptions for 923 yards and 10 TDs while adding three INTs from his safety position.

Wesley Preece, Rocklin: The 6-foot-6 TE/DE signed with UC Davis after a senior season in which he caught 49 passes for 733 yards and 10 TDs. David Moala, Grant: The senior recorded 123 tackles and nine sacks while adding three blocked field goal attempts.

Trajon Cotton, Inderkum: The athletic utility man threw for 1,177 yards passing as the team’s QB and shut down opponents’ passing games with three INTs, including a pick-six.

Evyn Holtz, Rocklin: A three-year starter for the Thunder closed out his career by rushing for 1,684 yards, 29 TDs and added 361 receiving yards and five TDs through the air.

Caden Voges, Sacramento: The Dragons’ QB became the sixth member of the state’s 10,000 Passing Yards Club, ending his career with the second-most passing yards in state history (11,510 yards).

Jaelen Lewis, Antelope: San Jose State-signee was inside force on the defensive line in helping the Titans to a 12-1 record.

Neville Bood, Monterey Trail: The Mustangs’ defensive leader at LB did it all with 96 tackles, two sacks, one fumble recovery and a blocked punt.

Justin Burrage, Del Oro: The senior led the team with 104 tackles and added four INTs, including a pick-six, on defense while also catching 50 passes for 660 yards and 2 TDs. Davaeon Johnson, Antelope: The Humboldt State-bound allpurpose star had 732 receiving yards and eight TDs on offense, recorded 87 tackles and 6 INTs on defense, and added a pair of kickoff returns for scores.

Tucker Fisk, Davis: The junior TE/DE is a rising star after dominating on defense with 56 tackles and five sacks in addition to 24 catches for 277 yards and five TDs. on offense.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Emily Baptista, Hilmar: The powerful outside hitter delivered 579 kills and 91 aces for the SJS Div. IV runner-up.

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Elizabeth Cameron Kaely Rath, Bear River: The senior hitter pounded out 481 kills (4.3/set) and added 51 blocks for the 38-win Bruins.

Maddie Haynes, Rocklin: The Cal-bound, USA Volleyball-talent finished her senior year with 448 kills, 147 digs and 43 aces.

Alexis Light, Pleasant Grove: Her 441 kills led an Eagles team which was SJS Div. I finalists and reached the NorCal semis.

Emily DeMure, Granite Bay: She blistered opponents with a team-best 429 kills and was second on the team with 89 aces.

She also had 231 digs.

Sienna Young, Pleasant Grove: Eagles’ senior leader thundered home 425 kills to go with 59 aces, 51 blocks and 215 digs.

Lauren Danna, Yuba City: The senior averaged close to five kills per set (405 total) for the 25-win Honkers.

Brigid Bell, Granite Bay: She posted 370 kills, 279 digs and a team-best 99 aces for the SJS Div. II champions.

Macey Hayden, Whitney: She led the Wildcats in every major stat category but assists, inluding kills (377), digs (341), blocks (52) and aces (38).

Elizabeth Cameron, Oak Ridge: She averaged more than 11 assists per set and totaled 1,070 on the season. She also provided 172 digs and 58 kills.

Hannah Pearce, Hilmar: She posted 1,036 assists (average of nine per set) and added 74 aces and 73 kills.

Liliana Light, Pleasant Grove: The sophomore setter posted 985 assists, added 153 digs and 150 kills for 37-win Eagles.

Megan McBroome, Rocklin: Made everything go for the 31-9 Thunder, delivering 799 assists (8.7/set) and chipping in 88 digs.

Kiyanna Torres, Pitman: The junior setter had 722 assists and 120 digs for the SJS Div. I champions Yisel Perez, Pitman: She led the 30-win Pride with 248 kills and added 51 blocks and 46 digs.

Paloma Bowman. Christian Brothers: Junior opposite hitter and setter was clear all-around talent for the SJS Div. III champions.

Sydney Northcutt, Vista del Lago: The Vikings’ swiss-army talent racked up 327 assists, 135 digs, 90 kills and 31 blocks.

Meghan Merlino, Rio Americano: The Raiders’ talented junior led the club with 306 kills and was second in digs with 264.

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Madison Smith, Elk Grove: Senior pounded out 204 kills and 130 service points to help lead Elk Grove to a 29-win season.

Ashlynn Fresques, St. Francis: The Point Loma-bound hitter delivered 184 kills and 143 digs after gaining eligibility midway through season.

Julianne Miller, Rocklin: The talented middle hitter provided 267 kills, 116 blocks and 74 digs for SJS Div. II runner-up.

Megan Priest, Oak Ridge: The senior libero provided the defensive backbone to the 35-3 Trojans with 305 digs and just 21 errors in 372 serve-receive attempts.

Taylor Jacky, River City: She did it all for the Raiders, which included 386 kills, 93 aces and 242 digs (all team-bests).

Larissa Lenkiewicz, Bradshaw Christian: She led the Pride in both kills (330) and blocks (79) and was third in digs (112).

Olivia Teerlink, Bella Vista: Her outstanding senior season as libero included 400 digs (13.3/match) and a team-best 180 service points.

BOYS SOCCER Marcus Guerrero, Liberty Ranch: The senior led the SJS with 60 goals and added 17 assists in leading Liberty Ranch to the Div. IV final. Guerrero scored in 23 of the team’s 29 games and tallied multiple goals in 15 games.

Jopseph Mayorca,Weston Ranch: Senior recorded 100 points with 42 goals, 16 assists for the SJS Div. III champion Cougars.

Isaac Martinez, Galt: Warriors’ senior led the team to Sierra Valley Conference, SJS Div. IV titles with a team-high 44 goals.

Ivan Jacobo, Natomas: The junior midfielder had a team-high 14 assists and helped the team to a Golden Empire League championship and top seed in the SJS Div. IV playoffs.

Mitch Johnston, Jesuit: The senior striker had a team-high 20 goals and added eight assists to help the Marauders win the Div. I section championship.

Cooper Renteria, Jesuit: The senior midfielder had a team-best 14 assists and tallied nine goals for the SJS Div. I champions.

Brendon Belluomini, Jesuit: He recorded a 0.5 goals against average while playing the majority of minutes in the net for the 24-2-1 Marauders.

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Brooke Riley Ethan Krebs, Cosumnes Oaks: The senior captain guided the Wolfpack to a second consecutive SJS Div. II championship with 13 goals and six assists.

Robert Sams, Cosumnes Oaks: He took over in net for the Wolfpack as a senior and recorded 15 wins, including 10 shutouts, for the SJS Div. II champions.

Julian Garcia, Oak Ridge: With 16 goals and 10 assists, the senior helped the Trojans advance to their second consecutive SJS Div. I final.

Erik Mattice, Folsom: The runior had team-highs in goals (9) and assists (14) for the Bulldogs, including four goals in a pair of postseason wins.

Austyn Ciampa, Vista del Lago: The senior captain led the Eagles to a Capital Athletic League title and the semifinals of the SJS Div. IV playoffs with five goals and two assists.

Spencer Hoyle, Folsom: The junior midfielder’s steady play helped the Bulldogs to a 16-4-3 record and the No. 2 seed in the SJS Div. II playoffs.

Ruben Mendoza, Natomas: The senior was an offensive force for the Nighthawks, producing 13 goals and 13 assists.

Wesley Allen, Oakdale: Junior midfielder/striker led the Mustangs to a second consecutive SJS Div. III final with 18 goals and 12 assists.

GIRLS GOLF Brooke Riley, East Union: For the second consecutive year, the Lancers’ senior was the medalist at the SJS Masters Championship and the section’s highest finisher at the CIF State Golf Championships. She won the Section Masters with a 1-underpar 71 and carded a 78 at state.

Emilee Hoffman, Vista del Lago: The section Div. III medalist led the Eagles to Capital Athletic League and Div. l titles before shooting 77 at the Section Masters.

Beah Cruz, Christian Brothers: She shot a 73 to finish as individual runner-up at SJS Masters and qualify for the NorCal tournament.

Madeline Zunino, Lincoln-Stockton: The Trojans’ sophomore helped Lincoln claim

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Lexi Perry, Oak Ridge: The junior shot the low round for the Trojans at SJS Masters to qualify the team for the NorCal regional tournament before posting a section-best 77 at NorCals.

Noor Ahmed, Vista del Lago: Her 72 at the SJS Divi. III final helped the Eagles win a team Div. l championship after claiming the Capital Athletic League title.

Kristi Lee, St. Francis: The Troubadours’ senior was the team’s MVP, averaging 40.6 for nine holes while posting the low score in 7 of 11 matches.

Vanessa Richani, Granite Bay: The freshman shared medalist honors with a 79 at the SJS Div. I North final before carding a team-best 75 to lead the Grizzlies to the Masters team title.

Danielle Lozano, Rocklin: She followed an 80 at Section Masters with a state-qualifying 79 at the NorCal Championships and 84 at the state tournament.

Courtney Clark, Oak Ridge: The Trojans’ No. 1 shot a steady 79 at SJS Masters to help the team advance to the NorCal tourney where she qualified for state with a 79.

Nicole Schroeder, Rocklin: The Div. I North medalist was consistent throughout the postseason, shooting 81 at SJS Masters and 79 at both the NorCal and state tournaments.

Natalie Pietromonaco, Placer: The sophomore helped Placer qualify for SJS Masters as a team, and then shot a 75 to qualify as an individual for the NorCal tourney.

Anitra Khoth, Lincoln-Stockton: She shot a 75 in the SJS Div. I South tourney to lead the Trojans to the Div. l team title and qualify for Section Masters where she shot an 84.

Katie Harris, Antelope: The Titans’ top golfer shared SJS Div. II medalist honors with a 76 before carding a solid 80 at the SJS Masters tournament.

Katie Low, McClatchy: Shared Div. II medalist honors to lead Lions to the Div. l team crown, earn a berth in the SJS Masters.

Sienna Lyford, Granite Bay: A relative veteran on a young Grizzlies’ squad, she helped

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guide team to Div. I North, Section Masters titles before posting 82 at NorCals.

GIRLS TENNIS Madeline Almeida, Oak Ridge: The Trojan talent hit her way to the SJS Div. I singles title and is ranked among the top 30 recruits for the 2017 Class.

Jacquie Tan, Franklin-Elk Grove: The sophomore narrowly missed defending her SJS Div. I singles title, finishing runner-up after a dominant regular season.

Naveena Attota, Rocklin: She teamed up with partner Canela Luna to win the SJS Div. I doubles title and also helped the Thunder claim the Div. I team crown.

Canela Luna, Rocklin: She earned the SJS Div. I doubles championship with partner Naveena Attota and was instrumental in the Thunder’s Div. I team title.

Hannah Highsmith, Vista del Lago: Up-and-coming talent, claimed her first SJS singles title by winning the Div. II final 6-1, 6-0 as a junior.

Denise Arendain, Oakmont: The Oakmont junior has been among the most consistent singles competitors in SJS Div. II. She was a two-time runner-up before a semifinals exit in 2015.

Emily McCormick, Vista del Lago: The junior reached her first singles final after defeating two-time runner-up Denise Arendain in the SJS Div. II semis.

Sydney Komlenic, Rio Americano: She and doubles partner Jenna Kotel won their first SJS Div. II doubles title after finishing as runners-up in 2014.

Jenna Kotel, Rio Americano: One year after losing in the SJS Div. II doubles final, she combined with partner Sydney Komlenic to win the section crown 6-0, 6-2.

Danielle Paran, Cosumnes Oaks: Her three-set win over McClatchy’s Shirley Kwong clinched program’s first SJS title, a Div. II crown to go along with its Capital Valley Conference title.

Avery Spector, St.Francis: The senior was named the Delta League MVP while earning all-league honors for the third consecutive year.

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Sofia Castiglioni GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY Fiona O’Keeffe, Davis: The two-time state champion fought through injury to finish eighth overall in the Div. I state race as the Davis team took a second-place finish.

Sofia Castiglioni, Davis: The junior won SJS Div. I championship race to help Davis claim the team title, and she finished ninth at state.

Abigail Fisk, Davis: Fisk finished right behind teammate and SJS Div. I-champion, Sofia Castiglioni, to help Davis win the SJS Div. I crown, and finished 11th overall at state.

Lauren Mason, Woodcreek: The Timberwolves’ senior finished seventh in SJS Div. I final to help Woodcreek finish second as a team.

Kathryn Loken, Del Campo: She finished 14 seconds ahead of the nearest compeititor to win the SJS Div. II race, and followed that with a 12th overall showing at state.

Kendall Derry, Bella Vista: She posted a top-20 finish to help the Broncos to an SJS Div. II title and then came in fourth in the Div. II state race.

Cessair McKinney, Bella Vista: Her second-place finish in the SJS Div. II race lead Bella Vista to the Div. II team championship before she posted a top-25 finish at state.

Sydney Vandegrift, St. Francis: Vandegrift claimed third overall in SJS Div. II race, then took 17th overall in the Div. II state race.

Sarah Anderson, Vista del Lago: She won the SJS Div. III race to help lift the Vikings to the team title. She followed that with an eigth overall finish at state.

Ariane Arndt, St. Francis: Her consistency was evident as she finished 13th overall in the SJS Div. II race and coupled that with a Top-30 finish at state.

Cassi Land, Sonora: She ran her way to a SJS Div. IV title, finishing close to a half-minute ahead of her nearest competitor.

Annie Ware, Rio Americano: The senior closed out her Raiders career with a second-place Div. III finish at sections and a ninth-place effort at state.

Anastasia Karnaze, Amador: As a senior, she took second in the SJS Div. IV race and grabbed a ninth-place finish at state.

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Sean Kurdy Olivia O’Keeffe, Davis: The sophomore blossomed in 2015, helping Davis claim the SJS Div. I title with a third-place finish before a 13th-place effort at state.

Chase Worthen, St. Francis: The senior closed out her Troubadour career with a Top-10 finish in the SJS Div. II field and a Top-30 finish at state.

BOYS CROSS COUNTRY Michael Vernau, Davis: The junior won first SJS Div. I title and then followed it up with a Top-10 finish (8th) at the state meet.

Sean Kurdy, Jesuit: A proven performer, the 2014 SJS Div. I champ took ninth in 2015, was Jesuit’s top finisher at state (16th).

Benjamin Holland, Jesuit: Holland’s second-place finish in the SJS Div. I race helped lead Jesuit to the Div. I team title. He would finish 17th at state.

Kellen Browning, Davis: He followed up a fourth-place finish in the SJS Div. I field with a Top 25 showing at state (24th).

Jake Ritter, Granite Bay: First SJS competitor across finish line in the Div. II state race, taking 19th. He took third at sections.

Jaxon Clausen, Bella Vista: His seventh-place SJS finish helped lift the Broncos to the Div. II team title.

Daniel Ambriz, Merced: The senior won his first section title by winning the SJS Div. II race by just six seconds before grabbing a Top-30 finish at state (29th).

Remington Breeze, Vista del Lago: He won the SJS Div. III race by 15 seconds, leading Granite Bay to the team championship.

He followed with a 10th-place effort at state.

Noah Wallace, Rio Americano: The junior looks to be the SJS Div. III runner to beat in 2016 after taking second at SJS and a Top 25 finish at state (23rd).

Jackson McIlroy, Sonora: Sophomore edged Connor Landis of Bret Harte-Angels Camp by one second for first SJS Div. IV title.

Mike Sparks, Christian Brothers: He finished third in the SJS Div. IV race to help propel the Falcons to the team title. He also had section’s best Div. IV finish at state (39th).

Tre Lockwood, Granite Bay: He was the Grizzlies’ top runner at SJS, taking a second-place finish in the Div. II race.

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Maggie Oys, St. Francis: The Santa Clara-signee scored five of her her 36 goals in the postseason to help the Troubadours to their fourth SJS title and first since 2008. She finished career with more than 100 goals.

Kendall Doten, Davis: The senior was named the Delta League MVP as she led the Blue Devils to 23 wins and a SJS Div. I runner-up finish.

Caitlin Golding, Oakdale: She closed out her career as the Mustangs goalkeeper by helping the team secure its third straight SJS Div. II crown.

Kate Allan, Oakdale: She was among the top scorers for the SJS Div. II-champion Mustangs.

Elle Minor, St. Francis: The Troubadours’ senior goalkeeper stopped 78 shots over 20 games in the cage and posted a record of 15-5 for the SJS Div. I champs.

Ally Tamborini, St. Francis: Yet another cog in the dominant Troubadour attack, Tamborini delivered 32 goals and 21 assists in her senior season.

Christine Wiley, El Camino: The senior was a dominant force for the Eagles, scoring 108 goals and assisting on 52 more for a team which went 22-8.

Samantha Slater, Sonora: The Wildcats’ senior led all SJS players with 128 goals in just 29 games, an average of nearly 4.5 per contest.

Kathryn Elgin, Merced: A prolific scorer, the senior posted 110 goals in just 26 games. She also added 25 assists.

Carrisa Johnston, Del Oro: She closed out her Golden Eagles career with a senior season that included 48 goals and 23 assists for the SJS Div. II runners-up.

Lillian Stanwick, Del Oro: The Golden Eagles senior showed her versatility by tallying 45 goals and 31 assists for a Del Oro team that won 23 games.

Madi Anderson, Vintage: The senior attacker was a primary reason why the Crushers reached 24 wins, more than any other SJS Div. I team in 2015.

Kamryn Lucero, Kimball: The junior’s talent and leadership was

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instrumental in the Jaguars claiming the inaugural SJS Div. III championship.

Madasonne Butler, St. Mary’s: The Rams’ senior produced 58 goals and assisted on 12 more as St. Mary’s won 17 games and a Tri-City Athletic League title.

Jennalyn Barthels, St. Francis: The Cal State Northridge-signee had a team-best 47 goals and 70 points while leading the Troubadours to their first SJS title since 2008.

Kaylyn Slatter, Oakmont: The senior goalkeeper led Vikings to the Capital Valley Conference title and was named league MVP. BOYS WATER POLO Colin Porter, Lodi: Senior led Flames to the progam’s first SJS title since 1991. Named All-American by the National High School Water Polo Coaches Association, selected to compete for a spot on the USA Water Polo National Youth Team.

Cameron Wright, Davis: The junior driver led the Blue Devils’ offense and helped the team advance to the program’s 11th consecutive SJS Div. I title game.

Jacob Walker, Rio Linda: The Knights’ senior led the SJS with 168 goals and added 75 assists in his final high school season.

Noah Carniglia, Lodi: The senior was a major contributor to the Flames’ historic section title run, and was selected to the U.S. Olympic Development’s Central Zone team.

Reilley Waterman, Ponderosa: Junior led the Bruins with 118 goals, 42 assists and has scored 207 goals in two varsity seasons.

Daniel Alvarez, Davis: The junior made his third appearance in the SJS Div. I final, and played a large role in the Blue Devils earning a SJS finals berth for the 11th straight year.

Michael Burgess, Rio Americano: The Raiders’ junior is a threeyear starter that has played in three SJS Div. II finals, winning two. In 2016, he scored a team-high 90 goals.

Matt Dun, Rio Americano: The junior utility was solid at both ends of the pool, scoring 55 goals, dishing out 25 assists and recording a teamhigh 73 steals for the Raiders.

Dominic Hummel, Lodi: Senior was part of

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Justin Burrage a group of Flames that led team to first SJS title in 25 years.

Abraham Santana, Merced: The junior utility scored team-high 98 goals and added 99 assists to lead the Bears to a Central California Conference championship and a 24-4 overall record.

Sam Hastie, Oakmont: The senior captain led Vikings to a 22-8 overall mark with 110 goals, 54 assists.

Sam Naugle, Woodcreek: The Timberwolves’ senior utility/ driver was a captain and scored a team-high 130 goals.

Kole Gonzalez, Ripon: The senior 2-meter scored a teambest 91 goals to lead Ripon to its first-ever water polo section championship.

Luis Araya, St. Mary’s-Stockton: The senior capped his high school career with a section Div. II title, scoring 78 goals to give him 236 goals in three varsity seasons.

BOYS WRESTLING Kyle Jennings, Ponderosa: State runner-up finished as TheCaliforniaWrestler.com’s No. 3-ranked wrestler in the state at 220 pounds. He was the highest SJS finisher at CIF Championships.

Devan Turner, Dixon: The senior claimed the 126-pound SJS Masters crown for his second Masters title and followed with a fifth-place finish at state.

Matt Hruby, Vacaville: The junior bacame the newest Bulldog wrestler to win a 106-pound SJS Masters title.

Greg Viloria, West-Tracy: His impressive season included winning the 113-pound SJS Masters title and placing fifth at the state championships.

Adam Velasquez, Pitman: The Pride junior claimed the 120-pound SJS Masters title before grabbing a fifth-place finish at state.

Lawrence Saenz, Vacaville: Big things may be expected for Saenza after he won the 132-pound SJS Masters title as just a sophomore in 2015.

Jack Ramalia, Granite Bay: The junior claimed the 138-pound SJS Masters championship for the Grizzlies.

Mason Boutain, Benicia: The 145-pounder’s

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senior season concluded with an SJS Masters title and a sixthplace podium finish at state.

Bronson Harmon, Oakdale: The sophomore outlasted Folsom’s Jeff Skyrud 11-7 in the 152-pound SJS Masters final for his first section title.

Jason Bergquist, Folsom: The accomplished senior closed out his Bulldogs craeer by as the 160-pound SJS Masters champion and a third-place finisher at state.

Justin Burrage, Del Oro: Wrestling for the first time since sixth grade, Burrage was still able to claim the 170-pound SJS Masters title.

Roman Romero, McNair: The senior defended his 182-pound SJS Masters title and reached the state podium for the second straight year, improving from eighth to third.

Kalani Tonge, Elk Grove: The Thundering Herd senior rebounded from a sixth-place finish at SJS Masters to take third in the 132-pound state bracket.

Dylan Crane, Folsom: He completed a stellar junior season by claiming the 195-pound SJS Masters title.

Jake Levengood, Vacaville: The Bulldogs sophomore was a surprise SJS Masters champion (220 pounds) and then proved it wasn’t a fluke by finishing fifth at state.

Mike McCauley, Vacaville: Closed out Bulldogs career with an SJS Masters title (285 pounds) and a fourth-place finish at state.

Antonio Lorenzo, Del Oro: The 106-pound freshman made a splash with a high school debut that included an SJS Masters runner-up finish and seventh-place showing at state.

Niko Chapman, Inderkum: One year after a podium finish at state, the 170-pound senior was a runner-up at SJS Masters.

Kyle Creech, Benicia: Postseason included SJS Div. II title at 106-pounds. senior finished fourth in the SJS Masters tourney.

Curtis Booth, Folsom: One of the Bulldogs most accomplished seniors, the 132-pounder went from a fifth-place finish at SJS Masters to a fifth-place finish at state.

Landon McBride, Del Oro: The senior was unable to defend his 113-pound SJS Masters title when his dominant season was cut shurt by a broken ankle.

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Sariyah Jones Trevor Williams, Oakdale: The 132-pound senior was the SJS Div. III champion and an SJS Masters runner-up.

Danny Abbate, Central Catholic: 138-pound senior was runner-up at SJS Masters before seventh-place finish at state.

Noah Blake, Del Oro: The 152-pound freshman helped Del Oro win the SJS team title with his third-place Masters finish.

He also reached the state podium (seventh).

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Hunter Halverson, Del Oro: This junior’s runner-up finish in the 220-pound SJS Masters tournament helped bring Del Oro a second straight team title.

Fernando Lanza, Benicia: The 138-pounder closed out his junior season with an SJS Div. II title and a third-place finish at the Masters tournament.

GIRLS WRESTLING Sariyah Jones, Enochs: The Eagles’ senior repeated as the SJS Masters champion and CIF State winner at 106 pounds. As a member of the U.S. National Junior Team, she remains a 2020 Olympic hopeful.

Lauren Mason, Woodcreek: The senior won her fourth SJS Masters championship and was the state runner-up at 111 pounds.

Alex Hedrick, Bella Vista: Broncos’ 121-pound junior repeated as SJS Masters champ and won her first CIF State Wrestling title.

Savannah Scott, Del Oro: The junior captured her first SJS Masters title at 116 pounds before placing sixth at the CIF State Wrestling Championships.

Shelley Avelino, Benicia: Junior finished as runner-up at 131 pounds at the SJS Masters Tournament and placed fifth at state.

Savannah Vierra, Vista del Lago: Won SJS Masters title at 116 pounds, finished sixth at the state tournament as a freshman.

Aysia Cortez, Venture Academy: Senior won SJS Masters title at 131 pounds before placing third at the state tournament.

Micaela Kent, Enochs: The junior helped the Eagles to a thirdplace team finish at SJS Masters by finishing as runner-up at 101 pounds. She placed fourth at the state tournament.

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Georgie Dancer Rory Coscia, Enochs: The sophomore finished third at the SJS Masters and fourth at state in the 116-pound Div..

Katrina Guevara, Enochs: The sophomore was the SJS Masters champion at 137 pounds and then finished as the runner-up at the state championships.

Molly Wallace, Orestimba: Warriors’ senior captured 143pound SJS Masters championship, placed seventh at state.

McKenzie Bacich, Bear Creek: The Bruins’ senior won her second consecutive SJS Masters title at 101 pounds before placing second at the state tournament in Visalia.

Madisen Bozovich. Tokay: Junior won SJS Masters title at 150 pounds to help Tigers win section team title, runner-up at state.

Alyvia Fiske, Vintage: Crushers’ junior won 160-pound championship at both the SJS Masters and CIF State tournaments.

Alexis Cavero, Tokay: She was one of three Tigers to win SJS Masters titles and followed that up with a runner-up finish at the state tournament.

Alexis Borruel, Tokay: The junior captured the SJS Masters title at 189 pounds to help the team earn the section crown before finishing fourth at state.

Jalynne Hooker, Los Banos: The senior was the SJS’ top wrestler at 235 pounds as she hauled in the SJS Masters title.

Kaleigh Burrage, Del Oro: Golden Eagles’ junior won the state title at 137 pounds after finishing as the SJS Masters runner-up.

Tiana Jackson, Central Catholic: The junior claimed the 111-pound title at the state tournament after finishing third at the section tournament.

Aly Sabbagh, Casa Roble: The Rams’ junior finished fourth at 131 pounds at both the SJS Masters and state tournament.

Tavi Heidelberg-Tillotson, Franklin-Elk Grove: Just a freshman, she was the SJS Masters runner-up at 150 pounds before taking fifth at state.

Leticia Pitts, Chavez: The Titans’ junior was third at the SJS Masters and fifth at state at 235 pounds.

Courtney Juarez, Atwater: The sophomore placed sixth at state at 170 pounds after finishing as runner-up at the SJS Masters tournament.

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Solomon Young BOYS BASKETBALLL Solomon Young, Sacramento: The 6-foot-7 forward led the Dragons to a 30-win campaign that included an SJS Div. II championship. The Iowa State-bound big man helped his team advance to the NorCal Open Div. semifinals and was named the Cal-Hi Sports’ State Div. II Player of the Year.

Christian Ellis, Modesto Christian: Senior guard was a fouryear varsity player who was part of 115 victories, four section titles and NorCal Open Div. playoff runs in each season.

Jordan Ford, Folsom: The Saint Mary’s-signee capped off a brilliant high school career with a NorCal Open Div. playoff run and averaged nearly 20 points and 4 assists per game.

Jared Wall, Folsom: The third-year senior guard was the definition of grit and hustle on the floor, and was a very capable scorer as he averaged about 10 points per game.

Kenny Wooten, Jr., Manteca: The Nevada-bound forward averaged 13.6 points, 10.9 rebounds and four blocks per game to help lead the Buffaloes to a Div. III state title.

Christian Terrell, Sacramento: Four-year varsity player capped his Dragons career with 30 wins and an SJS Div. II title. He will take an outstanding all-around game to UC Santa Barbara.

Matthew Manning, Sheldon: The senior wing led the Huskies to a Delta League title and lengthy postseason run with a teamhigh 19.7 points per game and 65 3-pointers.

Devin Greene, Sheldon: The four-year varsity guard was a versatile team leader for the Huskies, averaging 8.8 points and 3.2 assists per contest.

Malik Duffy, Jesuit: The junior forward played a key role in the Marauders’ bounce-back season, averaging 16 points and 10 rebounds per game.

Kai Tease, Antelope: The Titans’ senior guard was a leader on the court and stat sheet in leading the team to the SJS Div. II final by averaging 18.8 points per game.

Jaelen Ragsdale, Weston Ranch-Stockton: The Cougars’ 6-foot guard could score in bunches and led the team with 20 points per game to help Weston Ranch win the SJS Div. III title.

Fred Lavender, Weston Ranch-Stockton: The senior guard aver-

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aged 15.8 points per game in helping the Cougars to a second consecutive SJS Div. III final and the program’s first section championship.

Anand Hundal, Manteca: The Buffaloes’ forward averaged 15.1 points and 8.9 rebounds and formed a potent frontcourt that muscled Manteca to the Div. III state title.

Jordan Brown, Woodcreek: The 6-foot-10 sophomore continued to dominate the paint with 26.7 points and 15 rebounds per game; he recorded 24 double-doubles in 25 games.

Tiegen Jones, Capital Christian: The Cougars’ 6-foot-4 wing led the Cougars to a fifth consecutive Golden Empire League title.

Jared Rice, Central Catholic: The junior guard led the Raiders to the program’s first SJS championship since 1988, scoring a team-best 16.2 points per game.

Jeryn Lucas, West Campus: The senior guard scored 13.9 points per game as the Cougars advanced to the SJS Div. IV final.

Isaiah Halsey, Liberty Ranch-Galt: The high-scoring senior guard led the Hawks to a Sierra Valley Conference title and 29-0 start, averaging 24.5 points per game.

Isaiah Brooks, Sheldon: The senior played a key role in Sheldon’s undefeated Delta League run and playoff success with 15.3 points, 4.4 assists and 2 steals per game.

L.J. Williams, Bradshaw Christian: The junior transfer led the Pride in scoring as Bradshaw Christian captured the Sierra Delta League title.

Mason Forbes, Folsom: The rising sophomore center averaged 10.8 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game as he prepares to take over the reins of a successful Folsom program.

Elias King, Christian Brothers: The 6-foot-7 sophomore forward averaged 25.8 points and 11.2 rebounds per game for the Falcons.

Eric Shaw, Amador: The senior guard finished in the section’s top 5 in scoring with 25.3 points per game and added 8.1 rebounds per contest.

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Aquira DeCosta Dwight Young, Manteca: The junior transfer acclimated to the Buffaloes’ offense before helping to guide the team to the state Div. III championship.

Isaiah Tenette, Highlands: The versatile athlete finished his senior basketball campaign with 22.5 points and 6.7 assists per contest.

Robinson Idehen, Modesto Christian: The powerful 6-foot-10 forward was latest in an impressive line of Crusader big men.

He helped the team win a fifth consecutive SJS championship.

Georgie Dancer, Beyer: Despite having his senior season shortened by injury, the big point guard is the Patriots’ first Div. I signee (Sacramento State).

Tydus Verhoeven, Manteca: The junior guard upped his game during the Buffaloes’ state title run, averaging 11.5 points per game in the postseason.

Charlie Tooley, Granite Bay: The senior point guard was the team captain and floor leader for team that won 20 games.

James Gill, Burbank: The Titans’ senior wing led the team in scoring with 16 points per game and added 5.9 rebounds and 2.2 steals per contest.

Elishja Duplechan, Sheldon: The junior guard is next-man-up in long line of Husky stars after averaging 14.9 points, 4.5 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game.

Matt Lyon, Rio Americano: The four-year varsity letter winner led the Raiders in scoring for the second consecutive season with his outstanding range.

Kenneth Olsem, El Camino: The senior guard captained the Eagles in the hotly-contested Capital Athletic League race.

Giovanni Roberts, Placer: The senior guard assumed command of the Hillmen and led the team to a perfect Pioneer Valley League campaign and 27-5 overall record.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Aquira DeCosta, St. Mary’s: The Rams’ sophomore averaged 15.2 points, 9.4 rebounds and 3.2 steals for a St. Mary’s team which went 28-1 and was ranked No. 1 in the nation for most of the year.

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Jordan Cruz, McClatchy: The go-to scorer for the Lions, Cruz averaged 16.2 point, 5 rebounds and 3 steals per game.

Aarion McDonald, Brookside Christian: The Washington-signee had an outstanding all-around season with averages of 22 points, 8.4 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 6 steals per contest.

Danielle Craft, Ponderosa: The 6-foot senior guard/forward averaged 18.1 points, 9.6 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 2.5 steals and 2 blocks a game.

Tia Hay, St. Francis: The Austrailian transfer averaged 16.2 points, 6.8 assists, 5.3 rebounds and 4.1 steals per contest while guiding the team to a NorCal Div. I title.

Daeja Black, Granite Bay: The Grizzlies’ senior leader averaged 15.8 points, 8.1 rebounds, 4 assists and 3.2 steals over 24 games.

Kyra Huffman, St. Francis: The Troubadours’ senior averaged 12.8 points and was the team’s second-leading rebounder at 7 per contest.

Irene Colivalu, Rosemont: She led the Wolverines to a 21-7 record her senior year with impressive averages of 17.1 points, 8.3 rebounds, 6.8 assists and 7.3 steals.

Mi’Cole Cayton, St. Mary’s: A senior captain for the nationalpower Rams, she averaged 12 points, 2.4 assists and 2 steals a game.

Brandy Huffhines, Rio Linda: The Knights’ junior guard and captain led the SJS Div. III champs in both points (14.6 per game) and assists (6.1).

Kat Tudor, St. Mary’s: The Oregon State-bound long-range shooter averaged 12.8 points per game and was part of four SJS championships and a CIF State Open Div. title in 2015.

Madison Wong, Elk Grove: The Thundering Herd’s all-time leading scorer led upstart Elk Grove to an unlikely NorCal Div. II title with 14.8 points, 4.0 steals and 3.2 assists per game.

Angelica Baylon, Antelope: The senior guard could score inside or out for the Titans, averaging a team-best 14 points along with 3.6 rebounds and 3.4 assists.

Kiana Moore, Vanden: The Utah-bound guard became the first girl from the City of Vallejo to sign with a four-year school out

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of high school. She averaged 14.5 points and 4.4 rebounds.

Julia Blackshell-Fair, Vanden: The versatile 5-foot-10 junior was a matchup nightmare for opponents, averaging 14.3 points, 11 rebound and 4.6 assists for the SJS Div. II champs.

Kalani Mark, Christian Brothers: Junior guard averaged teambest 12.8 points in leading the Falcons to a 25-win season.

Baylee Vanderdoes, Placer: The San Diego State-bound post player averaged 21.1 points, 11.0 rebounds and 3.6 blocks per game for the Hillmen.

Jasmine Pharms, Stagg-Stockton: The talented three-sport athlete (volleyball, track) averaged 25.5 points 13.4 rebounds in 24 games for the Delta Kings.

Lauren Craig, St. Francis: The �������������������������������� Troubadour���������������������� s’ senior leader averaged 16.8 points, 13.4 rebounds and 2.8 blocks for the NorCal Div. I champions.

Nadia Johnson, Antelope: Junior averaged 13 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.8 steals for a Titans team which won 29 games.

Nia Johnson, Antelope: The Titans’ sophomore contributed in just about every facet of the game, averaging 12.8 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 3.8 steals.

Hailey McCoy, Oak Ridge: The 5-10 sophomore averaged a team-best 13.8 points along with 6.2 rebounds for a Trojans team which won 29 games.

Lilian Olson, Sacramento Waldorf: In 28 games, the 6-2 senior averaged a staggering 30.4 points and 19.1 rebounds a game for the SJS Div. VI champions.

Shanaijah Davison, Pioneer: The junior was among the most dynamic scorers in the region, scoring 30 points or more on six different occasions.

Tiana Lowery, River City: One of the top sophomores in the metro Sacramento area, Lowery averaged 21.3 points, 4 rebounds and 4 steals.

Payton Garvey, Casa Roble: The Rams’ senior scored more than 400 points on the season, averaging 18.5 game. She also averaged 4.8 assists and 5.8 steals.

Kaliya Griffin, Inderkum: A dynamic scorer

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Dylan Carlson from the perimeter, she sank 79 3-pointers on her way to averaging 18.5 points for the Tigers.

Brittany Nguyen, Pleasant Grove: The Eagles senior leader helped lead the team to an 18-win season by averaging 15.4 points and 3.6 rebounds a night.

Aliceah Hernandez, Sacramento: The Dragons’ senior showcased her all-around talent with averages of 12.3 points, 5 rebounds and 4.4 assists.

Cierra McClain, Capital Christian: She helped lead the Cougars to the SJS Div. V title by averaging 12.7 points, 4.8 rebounds, 4.5 assistsa and 2.9 steals per game.

Briana Dulgar, Oak Ridge: The senior leader did a little bit of everything for the NorCal Div. I semifinalists. She averaged 6 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists and 2 steals.

McKenzie Forbes, Folsom: Rising sophomore has college recruiters following her around the country on the AAU circuit after leading Bulldogs to 21-9 record.

Kelsey Wong, McClatchy: The veteran point guard led the Lions with 3.6 assists per game and added 6.2 points and 2 steals.

Paiton Demps, Elk Grove: The junior post averaged a team-best 7.7 rebounds and added 12 points per game for the NorCal Div. I champions.

BASEBALL Ryan Kreidler, Davis: After missing all but one game in 2015 due to injury, the UCLA-bound senior helped Davis open 2016 with a 13-game win streak and hit .351 with 19 RBI and 22 runs over the teams’ first 20 games.

Aidan Malm, Whitney: Wildcats’ outfielder led SJS in hitting with a .600 average through 18 games.

Steven Langley, El Camino: Junior was among the section’s top hitters and was pacing the Eagles for a return to the SJS postseason.

Sean Gingerich, Oakdale: Mustangs’ junior shortstop is team’s top batter and led the SJS in hits with 34 through late April.

Elijah Garcia, Lincoln: Through mid-April,

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senior pitcher was 4-0 and had 0.58 ERA to help put the team on course for a second consecutive Pioneer Valley League title.

Kevin Acuff, Center: The first baseman led the SJS with 34 hits through late April, and the four-year varsity player had blasted three homers with 22 RBI. Lee Brewer, Tracy: The Bulldogs’ junior third baseman was among the section’s top power hitters with seven home runs in 21 games to go with a .423 batting average.

John Papapietro, Inderkum: The Tigers’ junior had 12 extrabase hits, including four home runs, through late April to lead the section with a 1.179 slugging percentage.

John Mook, Oak Ridge: The senior infielder paced the Trojans at the plate and in the field as Oak Ridge battled for a second straight Sierra Foothill league title.

Hunter Jury, Davis: An excellent game manager at catcher, the senior leader also provides plenty of pop to the offense with a .411 batting average and a team-best eight extra-base hits.

Jon Temple, Turlock: The senior outfielder had blasted five homers and had 12 extra-base hits in 21 games to lead the Bulldogs to a 9-0 start in Central California Conference play.

Ryan Aguilar, Rio Linda: The Knights’ junior shortstop led the SJS in stolen bases and led his team with a .429 average, 21 hits and 16 runs through late April.

Jared Horn, Vintage: The Cal-bound pitcher had allowed just one unearned run over his first 50 innings, and had a 7-0 record with 87 strikeouts and thre shutouts.

Trenton Denholm, Oak Ridge: The junior right-hander sported a 6-0 record and 0.24 ERA through late April, allowing just one earned run in 36.2 innings pitched.

Josh Congress, Laguna Creek: The Cardinals senior hurler held a 5-0 record and 1.27 ERA through late April to help LCHS to a 7-1 Metro Conference record and a share of the league lead.

Radd Thomas, Placer: The senior righty tossed a no-hitter and struck out 15 batters against Colfax in April to improve to 3-0 with a 0.91 ERA. Ben Purcell, Del Campo: Through late April, the senior pitcher helped Cougars claim the Capital Valley Conference’s top spot

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Ryan Kreidler heading into the home stretch with a 6-0 record and 0.72 ERA. Peter Frame, Davis: The senior has been the ace of Blue Devils’ staff with a 4-0 record and 1.50 ERA in six appearances.

Jarron Silva, St. Mary’s: The UCLA-bound outfielder batted .500 in Tri-City Athletic League play through late April.

Brendan Galbreath, Oak Ridge: The senior catcher provided 17 RBI through late April to lift the team into first place in the highly competitive Sierra Foothill League.

Jack Cosca, Jesuit: The Cal-bound right-hander helped the Marauders to a 14-4 start and into position to battle for the hotly contested Delta League championship.

Jack Wolger, Jesuit: The ������������������������������������� Marauders���������������������������� ’ southpaw will join a loaded group of top-flight pitchers headed to Cal on scholarship.

Kevin Saenz, Tracy: The senior catcher contributed a .389 batting average, four HR and 21 RBI through late April.

Tyler Malone, Woodcreek: The senior shortstop will join an elite list of local players that have signed with perennial collegiate power Oregon State.

Dylan Carlson, Elk Grove: The Cal State Fullerton-signee had a SJS-leading eight home runs through late April to go along with 24 runs, 24 hits and 24 RBI. He also has 3-0 pitching record with one save.

Aaron Wong, Elk Grove: The senior infielder continued his hot hitting this season after delivering numerous clutch hits during the Thundering Herd’s 2015 SJS Div. I title run.

Ryan Robards, Elk Grove: The two-sport star (football) swung a hot bat in early Delta League action, and has signed to play baseball at the University of the Pacific.

Landon Mitchell, Vista del Lago: The senior has hit and pitched the team to a perfect Capital Athletic League record through late April.

Joe Canepa, Vintage: The senior first baseman helped the Crushers to a 9-0 start in Monticello Empire League play with a team-best four HR and 18 RBI through late April.

Cameron Eden, Yuba City: The junior shortstop was batting a team-high .478 and leading the perennial section title contenders with 32 hits, three HR, and 20 RBI through late April.

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Carli Cutler Joe Boyle, Yuba City: The junior right-hander started the season with a 3-0 record and 1 save while striking out 37 batters in 26.2 innings.

Patrick Gaffney, Vista del Lago: The Eagles’ ace was 7-1 with a 1.32 ERA and 41 strikeouts in 37 innings pitched through late April to place the team atop the CAL. Zachary Tresemer, Franklin-Elk Grove: The senior hurler was the ace of a staff that had the Wildcats in the hunt for a Delta League title and SJS Div. I playoff berth.

Isaiah Morales, Franklin-Elk Grove: The Wildcats’ senior led the pitching staff and contributed valuable offense in the deep and talented Delta League.

Avery Gould, River Valley: Through late April, the Falcons’ doit-all star had a hitting .448 batting average, 4 HR, 19 RBI and a 4-0 pitching mark with one save.

SOFTBALL Carli Cutler, Rocklin: The talented two-way senior was 14-1 as a pitcher with a 0.79 ERA and two no-hitters through April 28.

She was also her team’s leading hitter with a .484 average and 16 RBI on 30 hits.

Makenna Firenze, Rocklin The junior infielder helped the Thunder to a 17-1 start to its season by hitting .457 with 21 hits, 11 runs scored and 12 RBI. Holli McNeil, Woodcreek: The senior first baseman batted .377 and led the Timberwolves with 16 RBI and 14 runs scored through the team’s first 19 games.

Jacy Boles, Woodcreek: Her work in the circle through April 28 included a 14-3 record, 0.95 ERA an 100 strikeouts through 117.1 innings of work.

Samantha Owen, East Union: The senior captain and shortstop batted .574 with 31 hits, 22 runs, 22 RBI, nine doubles and four home runs through April 28.

Michelle Castro, East Union: The senior first baseman led the Lancers in nearly every offensive category during their 19-0 start: batting average (.642), hits (43), runs (29), RBI (25), triples (4) and homers (8).

Kate Aguilar, Golden Sierra: Through 12 games, the junior was

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hitting .675 with 27 hits, 22 runs scored and 25 RBI. Bradi Kooyman, Elliott Christian: In her first 15 games of 2016, the senior shortstop hit .653 with 32 hits, 31 runs, 37 RBI and 14 extra-base hits.

Adreanna Killingsworth, Capital Christian: The Cougars superfrosh hit .707 over her first 13 games of 2016. Through April 28 she was 29-for-41 with 15 extra-base hits (6 HR) and 31 batted in.

Miranda Miles, Elk Grove: The Texas A&M-bound senior infielder was a key offensive weapon during the Thundering Herd’s 11-8-1 start to the 2016 season.

Miranda Rodriguez, Elk Grove: A slick-fielding shortstop, the senior anchored the infield for an Elk Grove team which was among the serious SJS Div. I title contenders.

Courtney Riley, Elk Grove: The senior pitcher and infielder was among the Thundering Herd’s leaders in 2016.

Victoria Camina, Pleasant Grove: Through 14 games, she was leading the Eagles with a .560 batting average and team-bests in hits (28) and runs scored (13).

Sierra Gonzalez, Pleasant Grove: The senior infielder led the Eagles with 16 RBI through April 28. Ten of her 15 hits were for extra bases, including six triples.

Hope Brandner, Vanden: The junior infielder helped the Vikings to a 14-0 season start by hitting a sparkling .632 with 35 RBI and exactly half of her 24 hits going for extra bases.

Jordan Fines, Sheldon: The Cal-bound shortstop was hitting .433 with 25 RBI and 18 runs scored through the team’s first 20 games.

Sarah Fukushima, Sheldon: The senior outfielder was a major power source for the Huskies’ 18-2 start to 2016, hitting .517 with team-bests in homers (11), doubles (8) and RBI (35).

Maci Fines, Sheldon: In 20 games, Fines hit a blistering .563 with 17 RBI while leading the team in runs (33) and hits (41).

Kaitlyn Rubio, Placer: The senior catcher blasted 11 home runs with 25 RBI and a .423 batting average through her team’s first 18 games.

Madison Anderson, Ponderosa: Not interested in hitting singles,

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Shelby Thompson the senior infielder had 19 of her first 26 hits in 2016 go for extra bases, including 11 doubles and six homers.

Bailynn Meek, Casa Roble: The two-way talent served as the Rams primary starting pitcher while also hitting .491 with a team-best 23 RBI through 20 games.

Nerissa Eason, Bear River: Over her first 21 games in 2016, the senior held a 14-1 pitching record with a 0.40 ERA and 181 strikeouts in 105.1 innings. She also hit .423 with 25 RBI. Mel Baccay, St. Francis: Through their first 18 games, the senior infielder led the Troubadours in batting average (.455), hits (25), runs (20) and triples (4).

Shelby Tevis, St.Francis: The senior outfielder hit .385 with 20 hits, 12 RBI and six doubles over the team’s first 18 games.

Maddie Mitchell, Whitney: The senior pitcher posted a 0.62 ERA and 114 strikeouts over her first 89.2 innings of 2016. She also had 13 hits, five of which went for doubles.

Lindsey Walljasper, Sierra: The sophomore fireballer was 9-3 with a 0.63 ERA and 133 strikeouts through just 77.1 innings as of April 28. She was also hitting .476 with a team-best 20 hits.

Shelby Thompson, Benicia: The senior captain and shortstop was batting .442 with 20 RBI on 19 hits and 14 runs scored after the Panthers first 18 games.

McKenna Gregory, Benicia: The Panthers’ junior pitcher was 9-4 with a 1.22 ERA in the circle and hit .500 with a team-best 20 RBI through April 28.

Madilyn Nickles, Merced: The UCLA-bound two-way star was 15-3 with a 0.53 ERA and 233 strikeouts in 122 innings, and hitting .500 with 19 extra-base hits through her team’s first 20 games.

Amaryssa Medina, River City: Through the Raiders first 22 games, she was 11-5 in the circle and batting .404 with teambests in runs (15), RBI (15) and homers (5).

Maggie West, Del Campo: The senior outfielder is a hitting machine, pounding out 32 hits over her first 18 games of 2016.

Brooke Larsen, Del Campo: The junior pitcher was 11-4 in the circle with a 1.62

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Kendall Derry ERA through April 28. She also batted .375 with nine RBI. Emily Baumbach, Vintage: Hitting a team-best .462 with 24 hits, 12 runs and 15 RBI through her team’s first 16 games.

Rachel Cid, Tracy: The sophomore shortstop helped the Bulldogs to a 16-5 start to 2016 by batting .475 with team-bests in hits (29), runs (24), RBI (26) and doubles (10).

Mikayla Coelho, Tracy: Through April 28, the junior was 6-1 in eight pitching appearances while also hitting .458 on 27 hits and 15 RBI. Naomi Kubo, West Campus: Through 14 games in 2016, the senior was batting .537 on 22 hits with 15 runs, 21 RBI and five home runs.

Saige Pye, Bear Creek: After 19 games in 2016, the junior infielder was batting .596 on 34 hits with 34 runs, 23 RBI, six doubles, five triples and seven home runs.

Marisa Peters, Linden: The Lions’ two-way senior star held a 16-3 record in the circle and a .493 average (with 33 hits and 17 RBI) through April 28.

Cassie Gasper, El Capitan: The Gauchos’ star junior was 13-4 with a 0.27 ERA, 206 strikeouts (and just 11 walks) through her team’s first 21 games. She also hit .349 with a team-best 20 RBI. Dari Orme, Vanden: Through April 28, the Vikings sophomore hurler was 13-0 with a sterling 0.21 ERA and 124 strikeouts in just 68 innings pitched.

BOYS TRACK & FIELD Clinton Spellman, Laguna Creek: The junior’s winning 100-meter time of 10.75 seconds in an April 20 league meet was among the Top 25 times in the state this season. He also owned a Top 20 time in the 200 meters.

Myles Ellis, Antelope: The junior sprinter took fourth in the 400 meters at the prestigious Stanford Invitational in a time of 49.16 seconds, a top-30 time in the state as of April 29.

Jordan Tillis, Franklin: The junior posted a Top-20 state time in the 400 meters (48.77) with a third-place finish at the Mt. Sac Relays in April.

Darius Canada, Natomas: Entering the sea-

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son as the defending SJS Div. IV-V 110-meter hurldles champ, the junior is hoping to make it an SJS Masters title in 2016.

Willie Hall, Davis: The senior’s 800-meter time of 1 minute, 51.59 seconds at the Arcadia Invitational (2nd place) ranked as the third-fastest in the state as of April 29.

Daniel Ambriz, Merced: At the Halden Invitational on April 23, the senior ran the 1600 meters in 4:13.57 — good enough for the seventh-fastest in the state this season as of April 29.

Sean Kurdy, Jesuit: A cross country standout, the senior also excels on the track. His top 1600-meter time in 2016 (4:10.81) ranked fifth in the state as of April 29.

Michael Vernau, Davis: The SJS cross country champion held the fifth-fastest 3200-meter time (8:57.70) in the state this season through April 29.

Isaiah Holmes, Oakmont: At 6 feet, 10 inches, the junior had fourth-best high jump in the state for 2016 as April 29. He also owned the second-fastest 110-meter hurdles time in the SJS. Derrick Griffith II, Cosumnes Oaks: The senior will be a major contender for both SJS hurldes titles in May. As of April 29 he had the state’s ninth-best 300-meter time and 14th-best 110-meter time.

Malachi Turner, Whitney: The senior sprinter ran a wind-legal time of 10.83 seconds at the Stanford Invitational. He also has a 2016 PR of 22.14 in the 200 meters through April 29.

Matthew O’Reilly, Jesuit: The senior has been a consistent performer in the throwing events during his Marauders’ career, notching multiple first-places in March and April.

Jack Root, Oak Ridge: Trojans’ senior estabilshed himself as the Sierra Foothill League’s top thrower in 2016. His discus throw of 164 feet, 7 inches was a Top-30 state mark as of April 29.

Jacob Bowler, Del Oro: The senior’s pole vault of 16 feet, 8 inches at the 49er Friendship Meet on March 9 was the state’s second-best vault of 2016 through April 29.

Jack Gabbard, Vacaville: With a pair of Top-5 finishes at the Stanford Invitational, the senior proved himself to be among the top throwers in the SJS.

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Isaiah Holmes Elijah Dotson, Antelope: The junior is among the up-and-coming high jumpers in the SJS, leaping to a personal-record height of 6-4 to win a Capital Valley Conference meet in early April.

MacLean Conner, Pleasant Grove: The senior owned the SJS’ fastest hurdle times in both events through April 29. Both of his 2016 PR’s ranked among the Top 8 in the state.

Jacob Sampson, Vista del Lago: One of the top 400-meter runners in the SJS, the senior held a Top-25 state time of 48.97 seconds through April 29. His best 2015 time (48.55) would rank 13th this year.

Tayvian Cunningham, Will C. Wood: The senior sprinter delivered a personal-record run in the 100 meters (10.89) for a second-place finish at the Stanford Invitational.

Alec Woodson, Armijo: The senior’s Stanford Invitational 800-meter time of 1 minute, 53.84 seconds ranked third in the SJS and 12th in the state as of April 29.

GIRLS TRACK & FIELD Jurnee Woodward, Vacaville: The Bulldogs’ junior is among the top hurdlers in the nation, and has posted top-10 national times this season in both the 100 and 300 hurdles. She’s the SJS Masters defending champ for both events, and finished second in the 300 hurdles at the 2015 state meet.

Kendall Derry, Bella Vista: The senior distance runner is the defending Div. II-III champion in both the 800 and 1,600, and will challenge for Section Masters titles in both events in late May. Ariane Arndt, St. Francis: The senior claimed the 800 SJS Masters title in 2015 along with the Div. I 400-meter championship, and paces the Troubadours’ 400 and 1,600 relay teams.

Keara Denegal, Edison: The Vikings’ sophomore has raced to the top of the SJS field as a contender in both the 100 and 200 meter events.

Tai McDonald, Sheldon: Just a sophomore, the Huskies’ speedster will compete for the 100 and 200 titles in Div. I and at the SJS Masters Meet.

Sydney Vandegrift, St. Francis: The sophomore has continued her success at long distance after a solid cross country season, and has posted top 10 times in the section at 3,200 meters.

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Jurnee Woodward Lilly Enes,St. Francis: She is a contender in the 200 and 400 races and is a member of the Troubadours’ state-ranked 1,600 relay team.

Rae’vyn Lawler, Sacramento: The �������������������������� Dragons������������������� ’ junior is the defending SJS Div. I 200 champion and is among the fastest sprinters in the section.

Cathilyn McIntosh, Del Oro: The Golden Eagles’ sophomore is a middle-distance specialist and contender for Div. l and Section Masters finals in the 400 and 800.

Emily Costello, Vista del Lago: The sophomore can collect points for the Eagles as a sprinter in the 100- and 200-meter events as well as the 400-meter race.

Fiona O’Keeffe, Davis: The senior will cap her prolific running career defending her 1,600 and 3,200 SJS Div. I titles, and will look to add a track and field state championship to her résumé.

Kaitlin Derry, Bella Vista: The senior distance specialist will conclude her high school career with twin sister Kendall in pursuit of 1,600 success.

Olivia O’Keeffe, Davis: One of a solid group of Blue Devil distance runners, the sophomore specializes in the 1,600 and distance relay events.

Sofia Castiglioni, Davis: The junior is a distance demon for the Blue Devils and will contend in the 1,600 and 3,200 meter races.

Cassi Land, Sonora: The Wildcats’ sophomore will transfer cross country success to the track as a top competitor in both the 1,600 and 3,200 meter events.

Kathryn Loken, Del Campo: The Cougars’ junior is seeking to add section distance titles to her cross country hardware.

Sadye Peschke, Bella Vista: The Broncos’ sophomore is the section’s next great hurdler and can push the top runners in the 100 and 300 hurdles at Section Masters and beyond.

Camay Stocker, Monterey Trail: The powerful senior thrower is a top competitor in both the shot put and discus events.

Janessa Moses, Sheldon: The senior is the Huskies’ top thrower who will contend for Div I and SJS Masters titles in the shot put and discus.

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Shelby Dozier, Bella Vista: The senior jumper has posted top SJS marks this season in the high jump.

Emily Meyer, Davis: The junior shares the top SJS pole vault mark this season at 11 feet, 6 inches.

Megan Fereira, Roseville: The senior is the defending SJS Masters pole vault champion and shares 2016’s top height.

Katherine Jackson, Rodriguez: The junior jumper is the defending SJS Div. I and Masters champion in the long jump.

Lauren Wong, Vista del Lago: The junior is seeking a repeat as Div. II-III triple jump champion as well as seeking SJS Masters and State glory.

GIRLS SOCCER Gabby Herrera, Davis: Blue Devils’ captain is a four-year starter and was named All-Delta League in her first three seasons.

The San Jose State-bound forward led the team to an unbeaten record through late April as well as the top ranking in the state.

Mackenzie Magaoay, Will C. Wood: The senior forward led the Wildcats to the top of the Monticello Empire League standings with 28 goals and 10 assists through late April.

Jaylen Crim, River City: The senior led the team with 23 goals and seven assists as the Raiders were challenging for the TriCounty Athletic League title.

Jio Mamola, Kennedy: Versatile senior who can play all positions, led the Cougars with 22 goals, 13 assists through late April.

Carsyn Hoogendoorn, Modesto Christian: The Crusaders’ senior is a four-year starter who has played as a forward and midfielder and scored 20 of her 56 career goals this season through late April.

Nae’lani O’Neal, Sheldon: Senior led the Huskies with 21 goals and added 5 assists as Delta League play was winding down.

Ariana Coronado, Woodland: Just a sophomore, she scored 22 goals and assisted on nine others through late April, already topping or equaling her numbers from a full 2015 season.

Laura Perjanik, Granite Bay: Grizzlies’ senior goalkeeper was allowing just 0.5 goals per game through April with a section playoff run looming.

Tiffany Miras, Davis: The junior has been a potent goal-scorer

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Ariana Coronado for the undefeated Blue Devils, who are seeking a No. 1 seed in the SJS Div. I playoffs.

Hannah Deknikker, Davis: A Concordia-bound senior forward, she’s helped lift the Blue Devils to the top of the Delta League standings and a top 10 national ranking.

Madeline Morrison, Rocklin: The junior scored 13 goals through late April, including nine in Sierra Foothill League play for the first-place Thunder.

Mackenzie George, Woodcreek: The sophomore had a teamhigh eight goals through late April to help Woodcreek challenge for the a Sierra Foothill League title.

Lauren Azevedo, Franklin: She helped the Wildcats to two SJS titles in three years and will be a big factor in the program’s attempt at back-to-back Div. I championships.

Riki DesJarlais, Franklin: The Wildcats’ senior leads a stingy defense that allowed just 10 goals in the team’s first 17 games.

Sylvia Sloss, Del Oro: Sophomore forward tallied seven goals and three assists in just nine games played through late April.

Amanda Gudino, Vista del Lago: The senior captain has helped the Eagles register seven shutouts through late April.

Hailey Barrett, St. Francis: The senior forward/midfielder scored a team-high nine goals and added four assists in 14 games through late April.

Ashley Newland, St. Francis: The Louisiana Lafayette-signee is a standout midfielder for a talented team looking to win the SJS Div. I title for the second time in three years.

BOYS GOLF David Laskin, Jesuit: The senior is the top individual golfer in the competitive Delta League, and has the Marauders battling with Davis for the league team title. Laskin is signed to play golf at the University of Arizona. As a junior, he shot a 70 at the SJS Masters Tournament.

Bryan Baumgarten, Granite Bay: The Illinois-signee helped the Grizzlies claim the 2015 SJS Masters team title and shot a 2-under 70 at the NorCal Tournament.

Daniel Pena, Johansen: The senior qualified

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David Laskin for the NorCal and State tournaments last year with a solid postseason run, and has his 2016 sights set on a shot at the SJS Masters individual title.

Drake Mendenhall, Granite Bay: The Grizzlies’ senior has risen up the ranks with an impressive junior amateur season, and will play a big role in the team’s quest to repeat as SJS Masters champs.

Kevin Huff, Vista del Lago: The junior has rebounded from a tough sophomore campaign to help Vista challenge for the CAL team title.

Chris Ebster, Gregori: The junior has played in the state tournament in each of his first two seasons and hopes to impress again this postseason.

Austin Long, Oak Ridge: The senior gives the Trojans a shot at the Sierra Foothill League crown, and he has the game to advance far in the postseason tournaments.

Dylan Vanderveer, Oak Ridge: The St. Mary’s-bound senior shot a 76 at the SJS Masters as a junior and heads a solid Trojans team that can challenge for multiple titles.

Austin Fox, Vista del Lago: The senior has signed with the University of the Pacific, but looks to make his mark in Stockton in his final SJS Masters Tournament first.

Brian Sterri, Whitney: The Wildcats’ top golfer shot a 71 at the SJS Masters in 2015 to qualify for the NorCal tourney where he carded a 76 (+4).

Andrew Arnheiter, Davis: He will stay local as a UC Davissignee after he shoots for team and individual success in the Delta League race and postseason tournaments.

Sam Yamauchi, Davis: The Cal State Fullerton-bound senior will be a key contributor to the Blue Devils’ run at the Delta League crown and SJS Masters team title.

BOYS TENNIS Ryan Lewis, Beyer: The Patriots’ No. 1 singles won the Modesto Metro Conference title in 2015 before becoming the first-ever SJS Div. I champion to hail from the southern half of the section. Now a junior, Lewis is seeking

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Jasper Murphy, Davis: The junior singles player leads a loaded Blue Devils’ team that is seeking a third consecutive SJS Div. I team championship.

Hyung Seob, Davis: The sophomore has risen from No. 3 doubles team to a top-4 singles player for the defending section Div. I champion Blue Devils.

Stephen Guenard, Pleasant Grove: Just a sophomore, Eagles’ top singles player reached the SJS Div. I semifinals last year and looks to challenge for the individual championship in May. Hermont Hegaspi, Inderkum: The Tigers’ senior is the defending SJS Div. II singles champion.

Stephan Morley, Jesuit: The junior leads a solid Marauders team that hopes to challenge for the Delta League title and potentially collect the program’s 12th SJS Div. I crown.

Hans Haumuller, Rio Americano: The junior helped the Raiders claim their 13th SJS title last year and will be a key factor in the team’s quest for a third straight Div. II championship.

Johan Montecillo, Oakmont: The senior looks to help the program follow-up an SJS Div. II runner-up finish with its first-ever SJS team title.

GIRLS SWIMMING/DIVING Chenoa Devine, Davis: The Cal-bound senior is a previous CIF State Swimming champion and the three-time defending SJS Masters 500 freestyle champ. After graduating, Devine will depart for Omaha, Nebraska, to compete at the U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials.

Emily Peters, St. Francis: The senior was a state qualifier in the 50 freestyle and an SJS finalist as a junior as she helped the Troubadours to the Delta League championship.

Chloe Mitchell, St. Francis: The Fordham-bound senior specializes in the 500 freestyle, qualifying for state in 2015 with a fourth-place finish at SJS Masters.

Katie McIntee, St. Francis: The San Jose State-bound freestyle swimmer was a double-event qualifier (100 and 200 free) at the SJS Masters in 2015.

Sydney Larson, Granite Bay: The senior is a freestyle specialist

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Chenoa Devine who will contend in the 200 and 500 free events and work to bring a third consecutive team title to Granite Bay. Heaven Quintana, Granite Bay: She was a key contributor to the Grizzlies’ back-to-back SJS team titles and placed sixth at state in the 100 fly a year ago.

Amalie Fackenthal, Sacramento Country Day: Sprinter captured the 50 freestyle title as a freshman last year and will be among the favorites to repeat and contend for a state title in 2016.

Kailee Nabeta, Rio Americano: Sophomore took second at the SJS Masters in the 100 free and 100 backstroke finals last season.

Lizzie Mezmer, Rio Americano: Another young member of the Raiders’ strong program, the sophomore was the 2015 butterfly champion last year.

Lanna Kozlowski, Davis: The Loyola Marymount-signee is looking to help return Davis to the top of the SJS in her final high school season.

Gabriella Maffly, Davis: Pepperdine-bound senior will be counted on to help Blue Devils to 19th SJS team championship.

BOYS SWIMMING/DIVING Bryce Mefford, Oak Ridge: The Trojans’ won two state titles as a sophomore in 2015 in addition to setting SJS records in both the 200 freestyle and 100 backstroke at the SJS Masters. His presence makes Oak Ridge a contender for the SJS team title and numerous relay championships.

Ethan Dillard, Oak Ridge: The senior is the defending SJS Masters champion in the 100 breast stroke and 200 individual medley events, and placed fifth at the state meet in the 200 IM. Matthew Raabe, Davis: The senior is a distance specialist focused on 500 free, will eye podium finishes at the SJS Masters to help the Blue Devils return to the top team slot in the section.

Sean Li, Davis: The senior will be key contributor to the team’s effort to claim an 11th SJS title and second in three years.

Sean Kos, Davis: Talented junior is key component to the Blue Devils’ lineup who sticks primarily to freestyle distance swims.

Daniel Alvarez, Davis: The Blue Devils’ junior wil be a primary contributor as the team seeks to rais another SJS team banner.

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Nevada Schultz, McClatchy: The senior diver seeks a return to the top of the podium at the SJS Masters after finishing as the runner-up in 2015.

Terry Johnson, Jesuit: The Marauders’ senior is a top competitor in the 200 free and 100 butterfly events, and his relay efforts make Jesuit an SJS team title contender.

Robert Watts, Lodi: The Flames’ senior captured the 50 free championship at the SJS Masters meet and also finished 7th in the SJS in the 100 free.

Todd Alden, Will C. Wood: He’s the defending SJS Masters diving champion and could contend for a top state finish.

Eric Thias, Woodcreek: The backstroke specialist finished third at the SJS Masters last year in the 100 meter race, and will contend at the section and state meets in 2016.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL Neal Reilly, Roseville: The Tigers’ junior outside hitter led Roseville to the top of the Capital Valley Conference and a 31-4 record through April. Through 35 matches in 2016, he led the SJS with 321 kills. The 6-foot-5 hitter is also playing in the offseason with the USA A1 Youth National Training Team.

Jacob Cole, Roseville: The sophomore outside hitter/libero led the Tigers in digs and was second in kills as they battled Whitney for league supremacy.

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Kyle Lutz, Christian Brothers: The 6-foot-3 senior outside hitter was leading the Falcons with 232 kills through April to position the team for a section playoff run.

Logan Cole, Del Oro: The junior outside hitter had the Golden Eagles in the Sierra Foothill League title hunt with a team-best 190 kills through April.

Will Bebinger, Whitney: The junior outside hitter was leading the team in kills and keeping them in contention for a Capital

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Valley Conference title and a fourth SJS championship.

Justin Otus, Whitney: The senior setter helped the Wildcats win their first Div. I title in 2015 and was averaging more than eight assists per set through April.

Zack Mancha, Roseville: The Tigers’ junior setter was leading the SJS with 764 assists through April and running the team’s finely-tuned offense to a 31-4 mark.

Austin Frese, Oak Ridge: Senior setter runs offense with more than 500 assists through April, and added 148 digs and 35 kills.

Tyler Genetti, Granite Bay: The versatile weapon for the Grizzlies has the team poised for another SJS championship run.

Doug McDonald, Rio Americano: Senior hitter has the Raiders gunning for a second consecutive SJS Div. II championship.

Graham Champagne, Nevada Union: The Miners’ senior outside hitter is pacing the perennial playoff contender with more than 100 kills and digs through April.

Taylor Ittner, Placer: A Cal State Northridge-commit, the junior captain has dominated the Sierra Valley Conference to lift Placer to the top of the league standings.

Timmy Ho, Monterey Trail: The libero is among the section’s best defensive specialists with 319 digs through April for an average of 5.8 digs per set.

Joe Webb, Golden Sierra: The junior outside hitter leads the Grizzlies’ offense and has Golden Sierra atop the Sierra Delta Conference standings.

Matt Honberger, Whitney: The versatile junior opposite has 189 kills through April and can spark the offense with key sets.

BOYS RUGBY Justin Oles, Oakmont: The senior center/flanker led Granite Bay Rugby Club in tackles and tries and was a four-time NorCal All-Star selection.

Roddy Hamilton, Del Oro: The member of the Golden Eagles’ football state champions played for the Granite Bay rugby team and was named a Rugby NorCal All-Star.

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Inoke Waqavesi, Jr., McClatchy: The Lions’ fly-half was named a NorCal All-Star for the second year and will lead CKM Club team as a senior next season.

Logan Lambrechtsen, Roseville: The senior captained the Sierra Foothills Rugby Club and scored at least one try in each game he played. He was elected for the Rhinos Rugby Academy All Star 7’s team for the Las Vegas Tour.

Christian Dyer, Jesuit: The Cal-bound outside center was a two-time High School All-American in both U15s and U17s, and was twice a Rugby NorCal All-Star.

Luke Thayer, Jesuit: The Marauders’ flanker was the leading tackler and goal kicker for Jesuit and was selected to the Rugby NorCal All-Star team. He will play rugby at the University of Arizona next year.

Bailey Abercrombie, Jesuit: The Senior flanker captained the Marauders and was a two-time NorCal All-Star. He was invited to the High School All-American Stars and Stripes Camp and will attend West Point.

GIRLS RUGBY Melelea Tausinga, Burbank: Also a softball star headed to Nevada, she was a member of the Sacramento Amazons’ 2016 NorCal Rugby Champions and played in the USA Rugby Stars and Stripes Camp in 2015.

Maryjane Pasioles, Burbank: Senior played for the Amazons for five years, winning NorCal titles four times. She was nominated to be a part of the USA Rugby Women Age-Grade Pool.

Ana Polaulu, Burbank: Senior played for five Sacramento Amazons NorCal title teams and was named to the NorCal Selects in 2016 for the Invitational Rugby Tournament in Las Vegas.

Alysha McMoore, Cordova: Finished her high school career with the Amazons, earning a 2016 NorCal title and a selection to the NorCal Selects’ Vegas Invitational squad. ✪

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