#high-school-sports

#high-school-sports

Derwin Henderson was not intending to coach this season. He hadn't been a head coach since 2019 at Hawthorne. But he lives in the Inland Empire, and Rialto High kept asking him to take the open position. He finally relented, and big changes are already taking place. Rialto is off to a 3-0 start with wins over Ontario, Temecula Prep and Indio. That's notable because the team was 0-10 last season and 1-9 in 2023.

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Valencia running back Brian Bonner stated his loyalty to his high school, saying, "The coaches showed me a lot of love the past four years. If I'm doing fine at Valencia, there's no reason to leave and go somewhere else."

The Pierce College cross-country course has been closed for the fall season, as a new soccer field will be constructed in the area previously used for races.

Billy Carlson was selected 10th overall by the White Sox in the 2025 MLB Draft, signing for $6,235,900. Scouts regard him as an elite defensive shortstop with considerable hitting potential.

Deron Rippey Jr., a 6-foot-2 point guard from New York City, is a top-20 national prospect and the No. 2 point guard in the 2026 class, according to the 247Sports Composite.

'He had a bad day; that's what happens sometimes. It was unfortunate that this was his last game, but I know that he'll grow from it.' - Coach Sidman

"We want to support the athletes and their fundraising efforts, while also empowering them to spread positivity in their community. These NIL partnerships are unique because 100% of the money will go directly to their fundraising efforts." - Crystal Brown, Community Marketing Manager for Aroma Joe's Development of ME/NH

RJ Sermons rebounded from a disappointing 100 meters to win the 200 meters at the Southern Section Masters Meet, emphasizing the importance of preparation for state.

Nick Garcia, the throws coach at Sherman Oaks Notre Dame, describes Aja Johnson as 'the dragon slayer,' emphasizing her remarkable achievements despite her height.