Kellenberg Memorial's top bowler Kerri Callahan chases down elusive four-peat titleKerri Callahan aims to win four straight individual bowling championships, achieving a rare feat in high school bowling history.
Prep talk: Marisol Cowles has led Flintridge Sacred Heart to brink of history in water poloMarisol Cowles leads Flintridge Sacred Heart to their first Southern Section Division 3 championship final in water polo history.
Prep talk: Bellflower basketball team celebrates first league title since 1978Zach Carter led Bellflower High's basketball team to its first league title in 45 years.
Kellenberg Memorial's top bowler Kerri Callahan chases down elusive four-peat titleKerri Callahan aims to win four straight individual bowling championships, achieving a rare feat in high school bowling history.
Prep talk: Marisol Cowles has led Flintridge Sacred Heart to brink of history in water poloMarisol Cowles leads Flintridge Sacred Heart to their first Southern Section Division 3 championship final in water polo history.
Prep talk: Bellflower basketball team celebrates first league title since 1978Zach Carter led Bellflower High's basketball team to its first league title in 45 years.
fromwww.mercurynews.com15 hours agoValley Christian torches the nets, gets revenge on Menlo-Atherton in CCS Open opening round in San JoseValley Christian's diverse scoring options led them to a decisive win against Menlo-Atherton, showcasing their overall team strength.
Prep talk: Can Alijah Arenas lead Chatsworth to its first Open Division title?Chatsworth's Alijah Arenas aims to lead his team to its first upper division championship during the playoffs.
There's No High School Basketball Like D.C. High School Basketball | DefectorEven amidst commercialization, high school sports can still deliver unforgettable moments of passion and community engagement.
Stunner! California routs De La Salle behind hot second-half shootingCalifornia High stunned De La Salle with a 67-48 victory, marking a significant win in their basketball season.
Prep talk: Davon Jones is having big basketball season for L.A. JordanSenior guard Davon Jones leads L.A. Jordan in scoring with nearly 30.2 points per game.
Shi's unstoppable: American sophomore is a scoring machineShirina Shi's relentless work ethic and extraordinary talent are driving her success as a standout guard for American High School in basketball.
Prep talk: Oxnard's Marcos Ramirez sets example on and off the courtMarcos Ramirez is an outstanding student-athlete, exemplifying skills and character that inspire others.He leads by example both on and off the court, showcasing leadership and excellence.
Prep talk: Can Alijah Arenas lead Chatsworth to its first Open Division title?Chatsworth's Alijah Arenas aims to lead his team to its first upper division championship during the playoffs.
There's No High School Basketball Like D.C. High School Basketball | DefectorEven amidst commercialization, high school sports can still deliver unforgettable moments of passion and community engagement.
Stunner! California routs De La Salle behind hot second-half shootingCalifornia High stunned De La Salle with a 67-48 victory, marking a significant win in their basketball season.
Prep talk: Davon Jones is having big basketball season for L.A. JordanSenior guard Davon Jones leads L.A. Jordan in scoring with nearly 30.2 points per game.
Shi's unstoppable: American sophomore is a scoring machineShirina Shi's relentless work ethic and extraordinary talent are driving her success as a standout guard for American High School in basketball.
Prep talk: Oxnard's Marcos Ramirez sets example on and off the courtMarcos Ramirez is an outstanding student-athlete, exemplifying skills and character that inspire others.He leads by example both on and off the court, showcasing leadership and excellence.
Scholastic Roundup: James Madison is No. 1 on the matJames Madison won the PSAL 2A wrestling championship after a strong mid-match comeback against Petrides High School.
Prep spotlight: SRV girls not fazed by senior departures; Money Williams returns to MontanaSan Ramon Valley girls basketball defies expectations with strong performance after graduating all five starters, maintaining their competitive standard.
Mitty pushes WCAL girls basketball win streak to 101 with 21-0 run, blowing past Riordan at homeArchbishop Mitty girls basketball maintains a remarkable 10-year unbeaten streak in WCAL play, achieving their 100th consecutive victory against St. Ignatius.
Prep basketball roundup: Westchester moves closer to Western League championshipWestchester is re-establishing itself as a top contender in City Section basketball, leading toward the Open Division championship.
Prep Spotlight: Retired U.S. Army officer has Mt. Diablo girls basketball team on a rollMt. Diablo's basketball team exemplifies intense effort and discipline reflective of coach Ronnie McGee's military background.
Prep talk: Stan Delus has Etiwanda girls' basketball team back making noiseEtiwanda's girls' basketball team, led by Coach Stan Delus, has bounced back from early season struggles to achieve a 12-game winning streak.
Scholastic Roundup: James Madison is No. 1 on the matJames Madison won the PSAL 2A wrestling championship after a strong mid-match comeback against Petrides High School.
Prep spotlight: SRV girls not fazed by senior departures; Money Williams returns to MontanaSan Ramon Valley girls basketball defies expectations with strong performance after graduating all five starters, maintaining their competitive standard.
Mitty pushes WCAL girls basketball win streak to 101 with 21-0 run, blowing past Riordan at homeArchbishop Mitty girls basketball maintains a remarkable 10-year unbeaten streak in WCAL play, achieving their 100th consecutive victory against St. Ignatius.
Prep basketball roundup: Westchester moves closer to Western League championshipWestchester is re-establishing itself as a top contender in City Section basketball, leading toward the Open Division championship.
Prep Spotlight: Retired U.S. Army officer has Mt. Diablo girls basketball team on a rollMt. Diablo's basketball team exemplifies intense effort and discipline reflective of coach Ronnie McGee's military background.
Prep talk: Stan Delus has Etiwanda girls' basketball team back making noiseEtiwanda's girls' basketball team, led by Coach Stan Delus, has bounced back from early season struggles to achieve a 12-game winning streak.
Long Island track star banned from NY state championship on technicalityZariel Macchia faces a ban from the championship due to racing collegiate athletes, highlighting strict eligibility rules.
Meet NY high school runner who could be an Olympian one dayZariel Macchia is a record-setting high school runner poised for future Olympic success.
Prep talk: Volleyball star Zana Muno to be inducted into Notre Dame High Hall of FameZana Muno, a UCLA beach volleyball champion, will be inducted into the sports Hall of Fame at Sherman Oaks Notre Dame High.
Long Island track star banned from NY state championship on technicalityZariel Macchia faces a ban from the championship due to racing collegiate athletes, highlighting strict eligibility rules.
Meet NY high school runner who could be an Olympian one dayZariel Macchia is a record-setting high school runner poised for future Olympic success.
Prep talk: Volleyball star Zana Muno to be inducted into Notre Dame High Hall of FameZana Muno, a UCLA beach volleyball champion, will be inducted into the sports Hall of Fame at Sherman Oaks Notre Dame High.
Prep talk: Doug Bledsoe embraces challenge of being new football coach at NarbonneDoug Bledsoe becomes Narbonne's head coach, embracing the challenge of rebuilding a team sanctioned for ineligible players.
Saquon Barkley is a superhero for the Eagles. His origin story is straight out of a comic book, tooSaquon Barkley overcame early doubts and challenges to become a top football player, largely due to his relentless work ethic and determination.
Contreras football coach resigns in protest for not allowing off-season trainingContreras High's football program faces restrictions on offseason training, leading to potential player transfers and concerns over competitiveness.
Prep talk: Banning chooses 33-year-old Nate Hollister as new football coachNate Hollister, a Banning alumnus, becomes the new football coach, excited to make an impact in his community.
Prep talk: Doug Bledsoe embraces challenge of being new football coach at NarbonneDoug Bledsoe becomes Narbonne's head coach, embracing the challenge of rebuilding a team sanctioned for ineligible players.
Saquon Barkley is a superhero for the Eagles. His origin story is straight out of a comic book, tooSaquon Barkley overcame early doubts and challenges to become a top football player, largely due to his relentless work ethic and determination.
Contreras football coach resigns in protest for not allowing off-season trainingContreras High's football program faces restrictions on offseason training, leading to potential player transfers and concerns over competitiveness.
Prep talk: Banning chooses 33-year-old Nate Hollister as new football coachNate Hollister, a Banning alumnus, becomes the new football coach, excited to make an impact in his community.
NCS basketball playoffs 2025: What to know after Sunday's seeding meetingThe North Coast Section has implemented computer-based playoff seeding, minimizing human discretion to create balanced divisions.
NCS Open Division hoops: No. 4 Dublin pulls away late to beat No. 5 Liberty on roadDublin held Liberty to just five points in the fourth quarter, winning 65-47 and advancing to the semifinals.
NCS basketball playoffs 2025: What to know after Sunday's seeding meetingThe North Coast Section has implemented computer-based playoff seeding, minimizing human discretion to create balanced divisions.
NCS Open Division hoops: No. 4 Dublin pulls away late to beat No. 5 Liberty on roadDublin held Liberty to just five points in the fourth quarter, winning 65-47 and advancing to the semifinals.
Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts Visited Palisades Charter High School Baseball TeamSouthern California wildfires have severely displaced families, affecting local communities and school sports, particularly the Pacific Palisades Charter High School baseball team.
High school baseball preview 2025: Rankings, players to watch, moreGranada's historic championship win highlights their exceptional talent and potential for future success.
Sondheimer: Meet the Dodgers of high school baseball: the Corona PanthersBoth the Dodgers and Corona High are top-ranked baseball teams in L.A., facing immense pressure to win championships this season.
Prep talk: La Mirada's new baseball field is ready to be unveiledLa Mirada High's new $20-million baseball facility is set to debut with their first game against Etiwanda.
Prep sports roundup: Quentin Young powers Oaks Christian baseball to season-opening winQuentin Young's impressive performance as a baseball prospect includes a spectacular home run that contributed to Oaks Christian's opening day win.
Son of Bishop Alemany baseball coach Randy Thompson denied immediate eligibilityBrody Thompson, transferring to play baseball under his father's coaching, must wait for eligibility due to Southern Section rules.
Dodgers Manager Dave Roberts Visited Palisades Charter High School Baseball TeamSouthern California wildfires have severely displaced families, affecting local communities and school sports, particularly the Pacific Palisades Charter High School baseball team.
High school baseball preview 2025: Rankings, players to watch, moreGranada's historic championship win highlights their exceptional talent and potential for future success.
Sondheimer: Meet the Dodgers of high school baseball: the Corona PanthersBoth the Dodgers and Corona High are top-ranked baseball teams in L.A., facing immense pressure to win championships this season.
Prep talk: La Mirada's new baseball field is ready to be unveiledLa Mirada High's new $20-million baseball facility is set to debut with their first game against Etiwanda.
Prep sports roundup: Quentin Young powers Oaks Christian baseball to season-opening winQuentin Young's impressive performance as a baseball prospect includes a spectacular home run that contributed to Oaks Christian's opening day win.
Son of Bishop Alemany baseball coach Randy Thompson denied immediate eligibilityBrody Thompson, transferring to play baseball under his father's coaching, must wait for eligibility due to Southern Section rules.
High school softball preview 2025: Rankings, players to watch, moreAmador Valley's dramatic postseason run culminated in their first regional title, a notable achievement in California high school sports history.
Prep talk: Top teams to watch in high school softballMurrieta Mesa is the top preseason ranked softball team in Southland, featuring standout players with impressive stats.
Prep talk: Freshmen will be prominent in Mission League softballFreshmen are being given significant opportunities in varsity softball due to the absence of junior varsity teams.
High school softball preview 2025: Rankings, players to watch, moreAmador Valley's dramatic postseason run culminated in their first regional title, a notable achievement in California high school sports history.
Prep talk: Top teams to watch in high school softballMurrieta Mesa is the top preseason ranked softball team in Southland, featuring standout players with impressive stats.
Prep talk: Freshmen will be prominent in Mission League softballFreshmen are being given significant opportunities in varsity softball due to the absence of junior varsity teams.
Vote now: Bay Area News Group girls athlete of the weekVoters must avoid using bots for Athlete of the Week poll to avoid consequences.Nominations for future polls are accepted every week until Monday morning.Winners will be announced weekly in print and online.
Vote now: Bay Area News Group boys athlete of the weekVoting in the Athlete of the Week poll is open to the public, emphasizing fairness and community involvement.
Vote now: Bay Area News Group girls athlete of the weekNo artificial voting methods are allowed in the Athlete of the Week poll, ensuring fair competition.
Vote now: Bay Area News Group boys athlete of the weekReader voting determines the Bay Area Athlete of the Week; candidates are nominated based on standout performances.
Vote now: Bay Area News Group boys athlete of the weekThe Athlete of the Week poll is open to reader votes, with strict regulations against voting manipulation.
Vote now: Bay Area News Group girls athlete of the weekVoting for the Athlete of the Week is open until 5 p.m. Wednesday, allowing unlimited votes.
Vote now: Bay Area News Group girls athlete of the weekVoters must avoid using bots for Athlete of the Week poll to avoid consequences.Nominations for future polls are accepted every week until Monday morning.Winners will be announced weekly in print and online.
Vote now: Bay Area News Group boys athlete of the weekVoting in the Athlete of the Week poll is open to the public, emphasizing fairness and community involvement.
Vote now: Bay Area News Group girls athlete of the weekNo artificial voting methods are allowed in the Athlete of the Week poll, ensuring fair competition.
Vote now: Bay Area News Group boys athlete of the weekReader voting determines the Bay Area Athlete of the Week; candidates are nominated based on standout performances.
Vote now: Bay Area News Group boys athlete of the weekThe Athlete of the Week poll is open to reader votes, with strict regulations against voting manipulation.
Vote now: Bay Area News Group girls athlete of the weekVoting for the Athlete of the Week is open until 5 p.m. Wednesday, allowing unlimited votes.
Prep talk: Loyola goalie becomes hero after injury from playing Ultimate FrisbeeChris Stillwell's recovery from injury has led to a successful soccer season for Loyola High, highlighted by a critical penalty kick save.
Bay Area News Group boys athlete of the week: Gregory Gutierrez, Bellarmine soccerGregory Gutierrez of Bellarmine is named Bay Area News Group's athlete of the week after scoring two goals in a key soccer match.
Prep talk: Loyola goalie becomes hero after injury from playing Ultimate FrisbeeChris Stillwell's recovery from injury has led to a successful soccer season for Loyola High, highlighted by a critical penalty kick save.
Bay Area News Group boys athlete of the week: Gregory Gutierrez, Bellarmine soccerGregory Gutierrez of Bellarmine is named Bay Area News Group's athlete of the week after scoring two goals in a key soccer match.
Birmingham's Henry Aslikyan captures his third consecutive City Section titleHenry Aslikyan aims for more titles while transitioning weight classes.
Exclusive | Black Long Island family sues wife, daughter of notorious Gambino mob boss for $50M after high school brawlA Long Island family is suing the Gottis for $50 million over an alleged racially charged assault at a basketball game.
Prep roundup: Valley Christian stuns No. 1 St. Francis on senior night in San Jose, No. 3 M-A shuts out AragonValley Christian's upset victory over St. Francis marked a pivotal moment in boys' soccer this season.
Prep sports roundup: Birmingham defeats El Camino Real 1-0 in boys' soccerBirmingham's victory over El Camino Real in soccer showcases increased defensive performance and ties them for first in the league.
Prep roundup: Valley Christian stuns No. 1 St. Francis on senior night in San Jose, No. 3 M-A shuts out AragonValley Christian's upset victory over St. Francis marked a pivotal moment in boys' soccer this season.
Prep sports roundup: Birmingham defeats El Camino Real 1-0 in boys' soccerBirmingham's victory over El Camino Real in soccer showcases increased defensive performance and ties them for first in the league.
US Department of Education takes aim at CIF over transgender athlete policyThe U.S. Department of Education is investigating high school sports governing bodies in California and Minnesota over potential Title IX violations regarding transgender athletes.
Prep talk: Students get on-the-job training broadcasting gamesHarvard-Westlake invested in student sports announcing through professional broadcasts and training, providing hands-on experience and high-quality production.
Prep roundup: Salesian, Liberty, Valley Christian among Friday's winnersSalesian completed their league season undefeated for the third year in a row with a decisive victory over Albany.
First-place showdown: Milpitas starts fast, doesn't let up in rout of Palo AltoMilpitas basketball team achieved a commanding 65-43 victory against Palo Alto, reclaiming first place in the league.
Prep roundup: Salesian, Liberty, Valley Christian among Friday's winnersSalesian completed their league season undefeated for the third year in a row with a decisive victory over Albany.
First-place showdown: Milpitas starts fast, doesn't let up in rout of Palo AltoMilpitas basketball team achieved a commanding 65-43 victory against Palo Alto, reclaiming first place in the league.
Prep talk: Hart's Morgan Mack is showing her basketball prowessMorgan Mack's contributions led Hart's girls' basketball to the Foothill League championship with an impressive 20-7 record.
Prep basketball roundup: Westchester gets win over Palisades in Western League gameWestchester's boys' basketball team overcame inconsistency to secure a critical 68-58 victory over Palisades, highlighted by strong performances in the fourth quarter.
Prep talk: Hart's Morgan Mack is showing her basketball prowessMorgan Mack's contributions led Hart's girls' basketball to the Foothill League championship with an impressive 20-7 record.
Prep basketball roundup: Westchester gets win over Palisades in Western League gameWestchester's boys' basketball team overcame inconsistency to secure a critical 68-58 victory over Palisades, highlighted by strong performances in the fourth quarter.
Evanson: The Blazers are hot, but what's to make of the team's recent surgeIron pyrite and cubic zirconia are both attractive imitations of more valuable materials, illustrating the difference between appearance and true worth.
Prep talk: Ana De Los Santos of Granada Hills is a soccer prodigyGranada Hills Highlanders and Ana De Los Santos are strong contenders for the City Section girls' soccer championship.
MacArthur High School helping pave way in growing girl's wrestling on Long Island: 'Seen in a new light'The MacArthur High School girls wrestling team is the first all-girls wrestling team in Nassau County, reflecting a growing acceptance of women's wrestling.
The search for an all-time scorer that time forgotExploration of a family's legacy and their connection to high school sports unfolds during a visit from an unexpected stranger.
Prep talk: Mission League loaded with top baseball playersThe Mission League baseball scene is innovating and evolving with new talents after Bryce Rainer's departure.
Standout receiver Shane Rosenthal of Newbury Park commits to UCLAShane Rosenthal switched his commitment from Princeton to UCLA after receiving a scholarship offer, highlighting his impressive high school football career.
Is Bryce James good enough to follow his father and brother into the NBA?Bryce James, LeBron's middle son, signed to play basketball at the University of Arizona, showcasing his own talent alongside brother Bronny.
Prep talk: Through basketball, community members gather to help fire victims in needThe South Pasadena High basketball tournament incorporated community support for families affected by the Eaton fire while honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
Prep talk: Sunday high school sports events to support families affected by firesHigh school sports competitions in California resumed on Sundays to support students affected by wildfires.Community support for athletes is strong, with significant donations from companies like Nike and Wilson Sporting Goods.
Prep talk: Through basketball, community members gather to help fire victims in needThe South Pasadena High basketball tournament incorporated community support for families affected by the Eaton fire while honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
Prep talk: Sunday high school sports events to support families affected by firesHigh school sports competitions in California resumed on Sundays to support students affected by wildfires.Community support for athletes is strong, with significant donations from companies like Nike and Wilson Sporting Goods.