Cal spring sports heating up
LV Viswanathan, Staff Writer
May 2, 2019
Filed under Sports
The Grizzlies softball team is back in the running for an NCS championship, led by the exceptional pitching and high-caliber defense. Cal has a great group of athletes on the team, who are determined and passionate about the game. The team is second in the EBAL with a league record of 10-1, 17-4...
Annika Lister making a big impact
Cameron McKeon and Jenna Lyons, Staff Writers
May 2, 2019
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Junior Annika Lister is quickly becoming Cal High’s next track star. Lister has been on the track team since freshman year, participating and shining in both shot put and discus. “She’s a natural team leader and works really hard every day,” senior teammate Allie Banducci said. Th...
Men’s softball plater goes international
Aidan Trejo and Maddy Klessel, Staff Writers
May 2, 2019
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Junior Ethan Rodriguez grew up playing the game of baseball since he was a little kid. But it wasn’t until recently that he made the worthwhile switch to men’s fastpitch softball. Rodriguez’s dad, Johnny Rodriguez, originally introduced his son to baseball, a sport he played from li...
Niners make a clear choice, Raiders…not so much
Josh Nichols, Staff Writer
April 26, 2019
Filed under Online Exclusive, Sports
The first day of the NFL draft is in the books, and the Raiders did it again with another head-scratching pick at No. 4 overall, but recovered with two other solids first round selections. The 49ers took the safe, and expected, pick with Nick Bosa, who was considered the top pass rusher and overall pro...
Sharks don’t get love they deserve
Cameron McKeon, Sports Editor
April 24, 2019
Filed under Online Exclusive, Showcase, Sports
It’s time the San Jose Sharks get the respect they deserve in the Bay Area. If last night’s 5-4, Game 7 series-clinching, overtime win over the Vegas Golden Knights doesn’t turn heads around the bay, nothing will. It’s arguably the most resilient performance in the team’s history. The Sharks ...
March Madness is just heating up
Josh Nichols, Staff Writer
March 26, 2019
Filed under Online Exclusive, Sports
On March 17 in the year of our lord 2019, March Madness commenced. Like the Purge, the weak teams have started to get rooted out and eliminated to the likes of powerhouses Duke, North Carolina, Kentucky and Gonzaga. In fact, all of the top three seeds in each region advanced to the Sweet 16, someth...
Freshmen stars shining bright on varsity
Michelle Kuperman, Staff Writer
March 26, 2019
From the bright green softball and baseball diamonds to the hardwood of the volleyball court to the soft rubbery track, freshmen at Cal High have made their mark on varsity athletic teams this season. Whether its Payton Lee helping Cal reach the CIF State volleyball tourament or Matthew Alm and Madison...
Standout fencer reaches new heights
Christine Oh, Staff Writer
March 26, 2019
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When it comes to sports, people often think of basketball, soccer and baseball. But what about other sports such as fencing? Although fencing isn’t a traditional sport with a ball and two teams, it’s still quite rigorous and challenging. But for sophomore Chuyi Zhang, ...
America’s national pastime returns
Cameron McKeon, Sports Editor
March 26, 2019
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As March winds down, baseball’s offseason and spring training come to a close. Headlined by a couple $300 million contracts, an exciting offseason is sure to create for an exhilirating 2019 season. Here’s a brief overview of what to expect from each of MLB’s 30 teams. AL West Houston Astros - ...
Winter sports heat up in time for NCS
Ben Rettig, Staff Writer
February 12, 2019
Filed under Sports
The women’s basketball team has made quite a statement in the EBAL this season. With an impressive league record of 10-1, 21-5 overall, the Grizzlies look to roll into NCS playoffs with plenty of momentum despite losing its last two league games. The Grizzlies lost at home to Carondele...