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This week, EastBaySports.COM was at the Castro Valley home coming. More pictures can be found at photos.eastbaysports.com.
Photos from many current events can be found here...
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Girl Wrestlers Ready to Dominate
New girls team gets ready to compete against San Leandro, others during the season
By Alex Allphin
Freshman Skater Tops the Rink
Class president and star skater, Jenny Vanderbilt just following in her mother's footsteps
By Alexandra Krasov
CV Volleyball Ends Season at NCS
Fall season wraps up with much excitement, no titles
By Vladimir Kogan
O'Dowd Edges Trojans for HAAL Championship
Following a second loss to Bishop O'Dowd, CV coach Shari Cabral hopes the Trojans may go to NCS
By Alexandra Krasov
Making Dust at Dusk
Castro Valley althletes compete in the prestigious Mount San Antonio College Cross Country Invitational.
By Alex Allphin
Fremont High School Volleyball Still Confident
Last season the Lady Tigers were the top ranked team in the league. After losing in the CIF playoffs to
San Francisco's Lowell High School, they are back in the hunt.
By Gaby Fernandez
A Young Woman Lost But Remembered Through Scholarship
A year after a tragic car accident, the Hayward Area Recreation Department
offers first Karen M. Gordin Scholarship.
By Meghan Toussaint
Castro Valley Homecoming Draws Largest Crowd Ever
Led by running back Marcus Cox and quarterback Derek Cunha, Castro Valley scored seven touchdowns
against Tennyson, four coming in the first quarter.
By Alex Allphin
Hayward Farmers in route to League Showdown
With a 65-0 win over Tennyson, Hayward looks tough to beat.
By Meghan Toussaint
Trojans Mourn First Loss at Home Opener
The tennis team celebrated the opening of its new courts two days after a close loss to Arroyo
By Vladimir Kogan
New Season, New Coaches, New Attitude for the Tigers
During the summer, head football coach Mathew Walker recruited three new
coaches, all alumnis from Fremont High, to
help with preparing the 2002 squad.
By Antonio Navarro and Chiem Phingthaung
Farmers Romp Over Castro Valley for 1st Time in a Decade
Crushing the Trojans 38-0, Hayward defeated Castro Valley on Friday, September 27, at the Trojan's home field.
By Meghan Toussaint
CV Sinks The Pirates
The Castro Valley High women's Varsity tennis team remains undefeated, after handing San Leandro its second loss of the season.
By Vladimir Kogan
Bishop O'Dowd serves Hayward
With only one returning letterman, Hayward High School's varsity Volleyball team came out ready to play Thursday's game against the Bishop O'Dowd Dragons
By Dustin DeRego
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Football Highlights
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It was a full house at Chabot College, as the San Leandro Pirates Held Back the Farmers in the much talked about HAAL showdown.
Pirates Against Pirates
San Leandro Meets Pittsburg in 1st Round of NCS Playoffs
Swarming defense does it again, as San Leandro Wins second straight HAAL title.
Arroyo wide receiver Jeff Newell breaks HAAL records, while Tau Faumuina and San
Leandro Pirates go on scoring spree.
Castro Valley holds tight against San Leandro
With a slick field, and a few San Leandro turnovers, Castro Valley puts up
respectable numbers against number 2 ranked team.
San Leandro Blows Past Hayward
Dennis Dixon threw for five touchdowns and running
back Tau Faumuina rushed for 126 yards in 48-0 route.
Castro Valley Comes up One point short against Freedom
In a scoreless game up until the final two minutes,
both Castro Valley and Freedom of Oakley put points on the
board.
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A is for Alcha
Alcha Strane, a second year starting point guard for the Castro Valley Trojans,
succeeds both on and off the court.
Bobby Puppione features the athletes that keep our lakes safe
In his final view from the end of the bench, Bobby takes notice of the East Bay Regional Park
lifeguards, that competed in their own form of Olympics earlier this summer.
Vincent Martorano slides into a new column with a local schtick
While we say goodby to Bobby Puppione, and wish him well at the University of Alabama, Vincent
takes center ice, and explains a lesser known sport in the East Bay.
Mustang Spirit's Coki Wuest, awarded "Top Dog" status
The Mustang Spirit girls under 10 team remains undefeated after their first two jamborees, and little Coki
wows the crowds, and rallies the team.
Castro Valley Wins in Local Firecracker Tournament
The Castro Valley Synergy, an under 14 girls softball team, showed an awsome display of talent in the 5th annual Firecracker Tournament, and are on their way to the Nationals!
EBSL: Drowning Darryls Grab Dolphins by the Tail
The San Leandro Drowning Darryls traveled across town this past Saturday for their annual intra-city dual meet against the Washington Manor Dolphins.
Climber Lives Life at Full Speed
From the CV Forum By Claudette Langley
Marty Schmidt, a Castro Valley local, has just finished a two month climb of Mount Kanchenjunga, the 3rd largest
peak in the world, and one that hasn't been scaled since sometime in the 1950s. Claudette Langley catches up
with him on a recent visit to the area.
SS or VM? Anatomy of a Sprinter
From the End of The Bench By
Bobby Puppione
This week, Bobby Puppione profiles one
of the fastest swimmers in the East Bay.
Medrano Leads CV Athletes into Meet of Champions
From the CV Forum By Bobby Puppione
Amanda Medrano posted the fastest time of the day in the girls 800-meter
race at Diablo Valley College, leading numerous Castro Valley athletes
into the NCS Meet of Champions (MOCS), taking place Saturday at UC Berkeley.
Martinez Swims to Win
From the CV Forum By Bobby Puppione
Vince Martinez swam to a repeat victory in 100yd freestyle, while Kelly
Thoni, Kristen Burdett, Candace Weiman, and Julie Nelson perform well together
and individually
Dragons in Lake Merrit!
Features By Justin Lok
Find a city with a stretch of water, and chances are you’ll find a dragon
boat race: Hong Kong, Sydney, London, Cape Town, Vancouver, New York, and
Oakland just to name a few. Within the past decade, the sport of dragon
boating has developed to become a global sport.
Diving: Mindy Jensen, Adam Gutierrez Win EBAL
Game Summaries By Danielle Leach
For the girls, it was a close race between California High and Granada High.
The boys had a surprise upset, when Adam Gutierrez upset San Ramon divers Bernstien and Rech.
San Ramon Swimmers Take on Rivals in Honor of Downed Swimmer
Game Summaries By Bob Kaehms
Danny Weber spent the weekend in the hospital after a near drowning in practice. The team swam
Friday's meet in his honor.
Lavdiotis hired as PHS head basketball coach
Local News From the
Piedmont Post
An Oakland lawyer brings passion, creativity, and a "basketball crazy neighborhood" to the mix.
More from the Post
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Kids and Parents Win at Stand 4 Peace Clinic
Local News From the Castro Valley Forum
More than 120 kids and parents were on hand for the inaugural baseball clinic hosted by the
Joseph Matteucci Foundation. Joseph was killed in a senseless act of violence at the
end of a baseball game in 1993.
All Things Possible: My Story of Faith, Football and the Miracle Season
Reviews By Shannon O'Toole
In the first book review for EastBaySports.Com, a local NFL insider takes a look at
one of the miraculous stories of professional football.
Castro Valley Girls Take 3rd in LA
Game Summaries By Patty Goodman
The NJB Basketball season is over, but for the seventh grade Bulldogs, it was a happy ending.
St. Mary's Mens Lacrosse Near Finals
Game Summaries By JD Lanigan
With only one game left to play, the Gaels have hopes for playoffs.
Former National Martial Arts Competitor Returns
to Castro Valley
Terry Kane, who started his training in Castro Valley back in 1968, returns to
open shop and pass on his knowledge to the next generation of martial arts students.
Pictures
on the Web Made Easy!
Ulead Systems has been sponsoring our
Celebrate Sports in the East Bay
Contest.
Now it's time to show how some of their products really work! Derrick,
our Digital Dad, takes you on a tour.
Flato wins it at the buzzer
Local News by
From the
Piedmont Post
Holy Names comes within seconds of spoiling Piedmont's trip to the league championship game.
St. Mary's Dusts Off Trophy After Waxing Claremont
Game Summaries By Grandmaster LAX
Recently discovered after a two year hibernation in a Claremont alumnus garage,
the Leylegian Cup represents the beginning of a tradition in west coast Lacrosse rivalries.
San Ramon Wolves Claw Their Way to EBAL Wrestling Title Again
Photos By EastBaySports.Com Staff
Nick Weeks wins reinstated as San Ramon racks up 185 points in EBAL
finals.
More pictures, as
Hayward beats Arroyo
in NCS semis, and
Castro Valley U10 girls take on South Fremont
in Friendship Tourney
Hayward vs San Leandro Boy's Basketball
photos by
EastBaySports Staff
Dennis Dixon sinks three pointer with three seconds left. Hayward wins
in overtime.
O'Dowd vs Castro Valley Boy's Basketball
photos by
EastBaySports Staff
O'Dowd wins easily over Castro Valley, thus sharing HAAL title with Hayward.
Two Castro Valley U10 girls teams go at it in NJB play
photos by
EastBaySports Staff
National Junior Basketball is all about building skills. In this end of the
season game, two local teams show that they've come a long way!
Siblings lead their teams to NCS playoffs
Feature by
Fernando Brum
With not one, but three pairs of siblings battling for a playoff berth, this year's HAAL would have made a good chewing gum commercial. Fernando has the details!
Arroyo Surges Back to Beat Castro Valley
Game Summaries by
James Hannon
Although Castro Valley appeared to have it wrapped up by halftime, Arroyo
finds a way to win.
O'Dowd Dominates Second Half; Beats Moreau
Game Summaries by
James Hannon
Lost opportunities by Moreau in first half and strong performance from O'Dowd in second half leaves Mariners short a goal at game end.
Hayward vs Castro Valley Boys Soccer
photos by
EastBaySports Staff
This week EastBaySports.Com caught the first of two evenings of playoffs
between Castro Valley and Hayward.
Hayward proves itself
in O'Dowd rematch!
Strong defense holds O'Dowd to 42 points while scoring 63
Arroyo Ends Season With Chadwick One-Two Punch
Game Summaries by
James Hannon
Arroyo defense keeps Moreau scoreless while sisters score back-to-back goals.
St. Mary's Men's Lacrosse College Preview
Feature by
J.D. Lanigan
In a game full of east coast tradition, this west coast team hopes to start a tradition of it's own - D E F E N S E !
Awards Keep Coming to Piedmont High School Duo
Local News by
Gray Cathrall
In this lead off article from the Piedmont Post, Gray introduces the rest of
us to two outstanding football talents at Piedmont High!
Freshman Football Dangers
Cal High News by
Kyle Bonagura
The football season is over, but in this article from Cal High's
Californian, Kyle looks at the statistics of football injuries at
the high school level.
Lady Grizzlies begin defense of NCS crown
Cal High News by
Ahila Nanthakuma
Last year the Lady Grizzlies upset Corondolet to win the NCS title, but can
they maintain their record this year?
East Bay Hurricanes
Feature by
Jason Damaschino
In this pre-bowl preview, Jason tells us why local fans should tune in and
root for the local talent.
Court-Side Reunion
Feature by
Jason Damaschino
This week our managing editor takes a look at two rising stars at St. Mary's
College.
Basketball, Work, School, and Motherhood, Oh Yes!
Feature by
Fernando Brum
Think you have a full schedule and can't find time to work out, or compete?
Think again, as you read about a miraculous power forward at Chabot College.
St. Marys vs UCSB
photos by
EastBaySports Staff
This week EastBaySports.Com caught a few shots of the game while focusing
in on Chris Schlatter as St. Mary's comes from behind to win.
Unsung Hero
Feature by
Fernando Brum
Yong-Sung Leal won the CIF State Boy's Division II cross country championship, but no one is rolling out the red carpet.
De La Salle Wins Again!
Game Summaries by
Jason Damaschino
In the final game of 4A NCS playoffs, De La Salle remains undefeated.
Under Exposed, The Story of Soccer at Fremont High
Contest Entry by
Tharey Sen
In our first contest entry, Tharey takes a look at fan support for soccer at
Oakland's Fremont High School
International, Olympic Athletes Give Back to the Community
Looking for a good program for beginning waterpolo? In a recent clinic, a group
of young players had the opportunity to get up close and in-the-water with some
of today's best!
Between Father and Son
Feature by
Jason Damaschino
Justin Blackwood was in the stands when his father won his 500th game.
This year he wants to make it 600.
San Leandro Rolls Past Deer Valley
Photos by
East Bay Sports Staff
In the first round of this years NCS playoffs, San Leandro remains undefeated.
Campolindo takes the NCS Women's Waterpolo Title
Photos by
East Bay Sports Staff
We thought it would be either San Ramon or Monte Vista,
but in the end, Campolindo prevails.
The Week Of The Big Game
Feature by
Kevin Nelson
As the HAAL progresses, Kevin breaks down Arroyo High's week of preparing for
the big game.
The World's Fastest Swimmers,
Part 2: The Training
Feature by Jeff Croghan
In this second article, Jeff looks at the training leading up to the showdown
in the 50. What made these guys so fast?
Tournament Play, Soccer
in the East Bay and Beyond!
Feature by
Gred Lejnieks
Greg takes us down under to relive a game from the Pacific Basin Cup of 87,
then explains why you might want to check into a tournament of your own.
Soccer Salsa: Spicing up the Shots
of the Kids
Digital Dad by
Derrick Story
Tired of those same ol' shots of the kids? Derrick explains how to use
some simple effects to add some zing to the game!
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Coaches Maxims
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Do not anticipate failure Mel Ashford
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When coaching adults, be flexible Tina Talbot
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Submit your maxim to win a coffee mug
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Player Mantras and other Motivation
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They Call Me Feisty! Riki Berglin
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Stay Close to the Game! Chuck Lemoine
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Submit your mantra for a free t-shirt
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Featured Team
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Waterpolo: San Ramon and Monte Vista
(11/05/00)
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Football: San Leandro High Pirates
(10/21/00)
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Soccer: Castro Valley Wildebeests
(10/15/00)
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