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Football Recap: Colusa Starts Season with Loss on the Road
Colusa had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They were just a hair shy of victory on Friday and fell 28-27 to the Colfax Falcons. The RedHawks' defeat signaled the end of their 14-game winning streak dating back to last season.
Football Game Recap: Rio Linda Comes Up Short
Rio Linda was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat. They took a blow against the Placer Hillmen, falling 54-7. While losing is never fun, the Knights can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California football rankings (they are ranked 854th, while the Hillmen are ranked 175th).
California's Twelve Bridges beats Reed Raiders with last-second field goal
The Reed Raiders (2-0) hosted the Twelve Bridges Raging Rinos (1-0) of California during week three of the NIAA football season, with the Raging Rinos coming out on top 39-36 after a last second field goal from kicker Will Gant. “That’s a real deal football team,” Twelve Bridges head coach...
Rocklin rolls through Bishop Manogue
Rocklin marched down the field on the opening drive of Friday’s home game against Bishop Manogue and didn’t stop until the final whistle sounded. It was a decisive 48-17 victory for the Thunder, as they improved to 2-0 and made a statement against the defending Division II Nevada state champion.
Whitney edges Bella Vista, game called due to injury
The Whitney High School girls flag football team opened its season Wednesday night at home by hosting Bella Vista (2-0). It was a low-scoring, defensive battle with some flashes of offense throughout the game. The contest was called with 10:04 remaining in the second half due to a leg injury...
Pleasant Valley Volleyball Triumphs in Five-Set Thriller Against Nevada Union
Pleasant Valley volleyball triumphed over Nevada Union in a five-set thriller, winning 3-2. Despite struggling offensively with a hitting percentage of just .116, the Vikings showcased remarkable serving skills with 18 aces. The deciding fifth set was tightly contested, but Pleasant Valley pulled through with a crucial 5-point rally, capped by back-to-back aces from Gracie Wright. Coach JJ Mitchell noted the team's service pressure was critical to their victory, even as he expressed concerns about their lack of offensive crispness. The win improves the Vikings' record to 6-2 amid ongoing challenges with key injuries.
Rocklin opens season as No. 1 team in NorCal
There is a new man in charge of the Rocklin High School girls volleyball program. Longtime head coach Dave Muscarella retired at the end of last season after coaching the Thunder to nine Sierra Foothill League titles and three Sac-Joaquin Section championships. Now stepping in is one of the most decorated volleyball coaches in CIF history, Bert Almazan-Cezar.
Placer learns in tough test against top-ranked Rocklin
Any prep sports coach will say that iron sharpens iron and to be the best, you have to play the best. That has been the mantra of Placer High School girls volleyball since head coach Karly Sipherd-Smith took over the program in 2021. She knows that sometimes the results may not fall the Hillmen’s way, but they will be battle tested when Foothill Valley League play begins.
Twelve Bridges blanks Christian Brothers in second half
It took some time for the Twelve Bridges High School offense to get going in its season opener, but once it did, it didn't stop for the remainder of the game. The Raging Rhinos trailed Christian Brothers 10-7 at halftime and after fumbling on the opening possession of the third quarter, things were beginning to look bleak for the home side. The Rhinos buckled down, however, forcing a punt before Chase Wyhlidko flipped the momentum of the game with a 40-yard touchdown run to put Twelve Bridges on top.
Darnall Adds to Coaching Staff with the Hiring of Patrick Frost
ROCKLIN, Calif. – Entering his second season with the Warriors, head coach Mark Darnall is adding experience to the bench with the addition of Patrick Frost as an assistant coach. Frost will stay within the PacWest, where he has coached for the last five seasons. "We hit a home...
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