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2012-13 Schedule and Rosters
Don’t miss out; Boosters’ BASH is coming!
Acalanes Boosters’ Bash: Cinco de Mayo – Dons’ Style!
Saturday, May 4, 2013
Lafayette Veterans’ Hall 6:00 – 10:30pm
Time is running out! Don’t miss the opportunity to support Boosters while enjoying a memorable evening with the Acalanes community including administration, coaches, and fellow parents. Read below for details on how you can help make the event a success…
RESERVE YOUR SPOT!
The dinner will sell out shortly (no joke!). Tickets are $60 per person and can be purchased on-line http://acalaneshs.revtrak.net Look for the Athletic Boosters Section and choose item 2 for Boosters’ tickets to the Bash. We have sold 2/3 of our tickets so we will sell out and sell out early! Don’t miss your chance to attend this fun evening!
CURIOUS ABOUT SOME OF THE FABULOUS AUCTION ITEMS WE HAVE?
How would you like to be Principal for the Day and get the chance to spend the day with Ms. Glimme? Have a kid graduating and don’t want to stress on seats or parking? We have you covered! We have a reserved parking spot and four reserved seats at graduation along with several other goodies! How about a trip to the beach for your family? We have beach cruiser bikes, a stay at Seascape, dinner, beach bonfire with s’mores, all day rides at the Santa Cruz beach boardwalk and winery visits! Don’t miss out! We have special coach outings with our varsity coaches, a couch in the End Zone for the Campo football game with BBQ and wait staff! Our list is growing! Let’s make this year our best year yet!
MAKE A DONATION! THROW A PARTY!!!
We need your donations! The success of this event depends on the continued generosity of our parents and local business community. Please share your talents and connections.
A fun way to support Boosters is by throwing a party. Boosters’ parties sell well and are a source of genuine merriment for our parent community. This is a great way to connect with other parents while making a valuable contribution to boosters. Please contact Brenda Balfrey at bbalfrey@me.com by April 1st if you can help!
Other great donations include gift certificates, vacation rentals, gift baskets, event tickets, lodging, sports memorabilia, jewelry, handcrafted items, services…the possibilities are endless! The deadline for donations is April 1st. Please contact Julie Gladden or Leslie Mariani at BoostersBash@yahoo.com with any questions about donations. Cash donations are also greatly appreciated! Donation forms are located on the Boosters’ Website at www.acalanesboosters.com under the tab “Forms”.
ADVERTISE!
Your support can also be given by advertising in the auction program! If you want information about advertising in our auction program, please contact Leslie or Julie at BoostersBash@yahoo.com.
LEND A HAND!
This is a volunteer event. If you’d like to take part in the fun, please contact Julie or Leslie at BoostersBash@yahoo.com.
ABOUT BOOSTERS
We raise funds for the entire Acalanes athletic program, working to ensure that the program is viable and that each student athlete has a rewarding athletic experience. Boosters’ also provides our student athletes with the best trainer around, Chris Clark. We are only as strong as you make us! Please help support our organization!
Feb 19 – Basketball and Soccer Results
In Thursdays action…
Girls basketball
finished the season with a thrilling 52-47 victory over Las Lomas HS. The JV team won in a landslide.
Boys basketball
was defeated by Las Lomas HS. Buster Souza and Matt Thomas each scored 17 points.
In Saturdays action…
The boys soccer team fell to St. Mary’s HS 1-0 in a hard-fought, well-played NCS Quarterfinal game. Eric Rogstad had 4 saves.
The girls soccer team reestablished themselves as a strong NCS playoff team even with a quarterfinal defeat to Campolindo HS. Brooke Balfrey had 7 saves.
In Tuesdays action…
The softball team hosts Hercules HS at 3:45.
Feb 14 – Acalanes Boys Basketball – Las Lomas Video Highlights
Video: Gint Federas
The Acalanes Freshman Boys Basketball Team Defeats Las Lomas With A Buzzer Beating Three Point Shot, 48-47
WOW!!! What a way to end the basketball season!!
In a game where neither team held a lead greater than four points, you knew the game would be decided in the last few possessions of the 4th quarter…and it was. The final one minute and ten seconds of this game was not for the weak at heart. It included made free throws, missed free throws, terrible turnovers, lay-ups and three clutch 3 point shots. The Dons tried their very best to give this game away in the final 60 seconds. But in the end, the young men from Acalanes prevailed.
Talk about a close game from start to finish: at the end of the 1st quarter, the score was tied, 11-11; at halftime, the Knights led the Dons, 22-24; and at the end of three-quarters, the Knights still led the Dons, 35-33; however, at the end of 4th quarter, the Dons would have the last laugh.
About a tenth of a second before the final horn sounded to end the 4th quarter, the ball from Alex Kinnear’s 3-point shot swished through the basket giving the Freshman Dons an unbelievable 48-47 victory over Las Lomas. As the shot hit home and the horn echoed through the gym, the home crowd erupted in cheers and the Acalanes bench, coaches included, rushed the floor to mob Kinnear and celebrate the amazing win. It was all smiles at Acalanes last night.
There were a lot of special individual performances that took place in this game. However, this game was won because the Dons played excellent team defense in the second half and rebounded well as a collective unit throughout the entire game.
The big men for Acalanes played beautifully on both ends of the floor against the Knights. Joey Christensen, coming off a great game at Campolindo, put together another strong effort for the Dons scoring 10 points and hauling-in 7 rebounds. Matt Mesetz was stellar for the Dons, scoring 12 points, grabbing 9 rebounds and blocking 3 shots. This may have been Matt’s best all around game of the season.
Andrew McKendell played all 32 minutes for the Dons at point guard. During his time on the floor, Andrew put together another very solid performance scoring 8 points, dishing-out 7 assist and collecting 4 steals. Andrew hit a deep three pointer to give Acalanes its first lead in the 4th quarter 42-40, with just 1:10 to go. That shot kicked-off the jaw-dropping final one minute of play. Alex Kinnear, the star of the night, delivered 13 points for the Dons – eight of them in the 4th quarter and six of them within the final 16.9 seconds of the game. Within that same 16.9 seconds, Kinnear went from goat to hero for the Dons. Alex bounced back after his ill-advised cross court pass was intercepted by a Las Lomas defender and taken in for a lay-up with 17 seconds to go, giving Las Lomas the lead 44-42. Seemingly unphased, Kinnear hit a tough 3 point shot with 6 seconds remaining to cut the Knight’s lead to 46-45. After Las Lomas could only convert one of two free throws with 5.9 seconds on the clock, McKendell took the inbounds pass and raced the ball down the court, found Kinnear open in the deep corner, and Alex turned around and let the shot fly…Acalanes buzzer beater goes BOOM!! The Dons win 48-47.
This was a fantastic way for the Freshman Dons to conclude their basketball season. The victory over Las Lomas snapped a three game losing streak for the Dons and gave them a win they will remember for a long time. The Freshman Dons finished their pre-season with a record of 8-8 and last night they completed DFAL play with a record of 3-8. This gives the Acalanes Freshman Boys Basketball Team an overall record of 11-16 on the season.
Thank you to Coach Sariby and Coach Combi for your tremendous effort and commitment to the Freshman Boys Program. It will not be forgotten. As always…GO DONS!!!
Feb 12 – Video Highlights – Acalanes Dons Boys Basketball Hosting Campo
Video: Gint Federas
Feb 14 – Valentine’s Day Sports
In Wednesdays action…
Boys Soccer
took a 1-1 halftime draw and scored 4 goals in a 20 minute span to dispatch Piedmont HS 5-1 to advance to Saturdays quarterfinal game.
The girls soccer team trailed at halftime 1-0 but mounted a furious rally to defeat Ygnacio Valley HS 2-1 to advance to Saturdays quarterfinal game.
In Thursdays action…
Basketball teams
play Las Lomas HS in the season finale. At Las Lomas HS, the JV boys play at 4:00, varsity boys at 5:30 and varsity girls at 7:00. At Acalanes HS, the JV girls play at 4:00 and freshman boys at 5:30.
In Saturdays action…
Boys Soccer
hosts St. Mary’s HS in the NCS quarterfinals at 7:00.
The girls soccer team plays at Campolindo HS in the NCS quarterfinals at 7:00.
Wednesdays individual standouts…
Boys Soccer
Nick Lee scored 1 goal, had 1 assist and was named “Man of the Match.” Mark Helfrich, Dan Glascock and Max Mirner each scored 1 goal and had 1 assist. Kai Simonsen scored 1 goal and Stuart Lee had 1 assist.
Girls soccer
Kaitlyn McGee scored 1 goal and had 1 assist and Becca Bostwick scored 1 goal.
R. Takahashi
Acalanes Freshman Boys Basketball Team Plays Final Game Of Season Tonight At Home Versus Las Lomas
The Acalanes Freshman Boys Basketball Team will play their final game of the season tonight, at home, versus the Las Lomas Knights. Tip-off will take place at 5:30pm.
The Dons lost in their first DFAL match-up versus the Knights, back-on January 28th in Walnut Creek, 59 – 46. Shooting guard Nathan Edwards did his part to keep the Dons in the game hustling all over the court and scoring 19 points. In this game, the Dons lost swingman Jack Thoren for the remainder of the season as he sustained a concussion and a fractured finger when he toppled over a Las Lomas player contesting a shot.
The Freshman Dons would like to win this Las Lomas rematch for Jack, for themselves and for their loyal fans. See you tonight at the home of the Dons for this season finale – Acalanes Dons vs. Las Lomas Knights, tip-off at 5:30pm. As always, Go Dons!!!
Feb 12 – Acalanes Freshman Boys Basketball Team Loses an Exciting Game at Campolindo – 59 – 53
Having lost their home DFAL match-up with Campolindo by a score of 64-31 back on January 22nd, the Acalanes Freshman Boys Basketball team was looking for a more competitive game against their Lamorinda rivals this past Tuesday night…and they found one. After one quarter, it looked like it might be an encore performance of the first game as the Cougars raced-out to a 21-6 lead. However, in the second quarter, the Dons made a steady charge, getting themselves back into the game by controlling the boards and knocking down both their shots and free throws. At halftime, the Dons trailed by only 6 points, 29-23.
In the second half, the Dons and the Cougars played to a draw with both teams scoring exactly 30 points each. The final score was Campolindo 59, Acalanes 53. The Freshman Dons showed the Campolindo crowd that they can more than hang with the Cougars. Unfortunately for the Dons, turnovers did them in…AGAIN. 19 turnovers in the game, with many leading to immediate points for the Cougars. Cut that number in half and the Dons are victorious in this game.
Joey Christensen had his best game of the season, scoring 10 points and pulling down 10 rebounds – 4 of his points and 6 of his rebounds came during the Don’s pivotal 2nd quarter come back.
The Acalanes guards did their part to keep the scoreboard changing for the Dons. Alex Kinnear found his shooting stroke dropping in 10 points from the floor. Sam Lauth came off the bench and provided solid court play for Dons while chipping in 7 key points. Andrew McKendell hit a couple of deep threes in the first half and added several slick drives to the basket in the second half to finish the game with 16 points.
The Freshman Dons have dropped their last three games. They will look to snap this losing streak tonight, in their final game of the season versus the Knights of Las Lomas. Tip-off will take place at 5:30pm in Lafayette. Go Dons!!
Feb 13 – NCS Soccer NCS Kickoff Tonight, Basketball comes up short
In yesterdays action…
Girls Basketball
was defeated by Campolindo HS, but the Cougars were not able to stop Jamie Jacobs, who scored 17 points with 5 3-pointers. The JV team was also defeated.
Boys Basketball
was defeated by Campolindo HS. The JV team also came up short.
In todays action…
Boys Soccer
is the #1 seed in the NCS playoffs and host Piedmont HS at 7:00.
Girls soccer
is the #10 seed and is primed to pull off the upset at Ygnacio Valley HS at 7:00.
R. Takahashi
Feb 11 – Monday Sports
In Fridays action…
The boys basketball team defeated Alhambra HS 68-57. The JV team lost by 4 points.
The girls basketball team defeated Alhambra HS 56-41. The JV team matched their victory.
Fridays individual standouts…
Boys basketball
Matt Thomas lit up the scoreboard with 26 points with 4 3-pointers and added 4 assists. Buster Souza dominated the boards with 19 points and added 9 rebounds. Craig Anderson scored 10 points. Zach Kisner scored 8 points and had 8 assists and 5 rebounds.
Girls basketball
JulieAnne Martin scored 22 points with 2 3-pointers and had 4 assists, 4 steals. Marie Paladino scored 14 points with 4 3-pointers.
NCS Soccer Playoffs…
The boys are the #1 seed in the NCS soccer playoffs and will host Piedmont HS Wednesday at 7:00.
The girls are the #10 seed in the NCS soccer playoffs and will play at Ygnacio Valley HS Wednesday at 7:00.
R. Takahashi
Feb 8 – Wrestling Taken Down, Basketball against Alhambra today
In Thursdays action…
The wrestling team was defeated by Dougherty Valley HS. Will Timkin, Andrew Nakahara, Jack Hood and Alan Zuniga won their matches.
In Fridays action…
The basketball teams play Alhambra HS.
At Acalanes HS, JV boys play at 4:00, varsity boys at 5:30 and varsity girls at 7:00.
At Alhambra HS, JV girls play at 4:00 and freshman boys at 5:30.
The freshman boys soccer team hosts Clayton Valley HS at 6:15.
In Saturdays action…
The freshman girls soccer team plays at Las Lomas HS at 2:00.
R. Takahashi
Feb 5 – Acalanes Soccer Rolls On with Big Wins, Mixed Results in Basketball
In yesterdays action…
The boys soccer team is phenomenal.
Down 1-0 early they rallied to defeat Hayward HS 2-1 to raise their overall record to 19-0-3. Dan Glascock scored both goals and was named “Man of the Match.” Nick Lee and Ben Croze each had 1 assist. The JV team notched a 2-0 victory.
Girls Soccer
was clicking on all cylinders in a 5-0 victory over Berean Christian HS.
Boys Basketball
was defeated by Dougherty Valley HS. The JV and freshman teams fared no better.
Varsity Girls Basketball
edged out Dougherty Valley and the JV team was a big winner.
R. Takahashi
Feb 1 – Acalanes Freshman Boys Basketball Team Cruises to a 73-47 Victory Over Miramonte
In clearly their best overall team win this season, the Acalanes Freshman Boys Basketball Team took an early lead and never looked back as they pounded the Matadors of Miramonte, 73-47. The Freshman Dons jumped-out to a 46-31 halftime lead and never took their collective feet off the gas putting up a season high, 73 points.
Over the past six games, the Freshman Dons have struggled offensively. In Wednesday night’s loss at Dublin High, the Dons started breaking-out of their shooting slump. On Friday night, it was home sweet home as every Don that touched the floor scored. The key to the win was that the Dons were unselfish with the basketball and controlled the boards.
The big men for the Dons were tough for the Matadors to handle on Friday night. Matt Clark posted 7 points and 2 rebounds; Joey Christensen dropped-in 11 points and pulled down 5 rebounds and had 2 assists; and Matt Mesetz tallied 15 points, grabbed 5 rebounds and blocked 2 shots.
However, it was the guards for the Dons that were too much for the Mats. They pushed the offensive tempo all night and continually set-up the Dons big men for scoring opportunities. Alex Kinnear had 9 points and 3 assists; Nathan Edwards scored 4 points and grabbed 6 rebounds; and Andrew McKendell dropped-in 13 points, dished out 7 assists, had 3 steals and pulled down 3 rebounds.
The Freshman Dons will play Dougherty Valley on Monday February 4th at 5:30pm at home. Dougherty Valley embarrassed the Dons in their first match-up back on January 11th. The Freshman Dons will be looking to get after the Wildcats in this rematch. Go Dons!!
Feb 1 – Acalanes Freshman Boys Basketball Team Looks to Break Its DFAL Slide Tonight Against Miramonte at Home
The Freshman Boys Basketball Team has gone through a tough stretch of games in DFAL play. Tonight they get another shot at their Lamorinda rival, Miramonte, at home in Lafayette. In the last match-up, the Dons rallied from a 15 point 3rd quarter deficit to beat the Mats, 45-43. Since that match-up at Miramonte, the Freshman Dons have fallen on tough times, losing their last six games. However, nothing will make this team feel better than going 2-0 versus Miramonte this season.
Tip-off is 5:30pm tonight at the home of the Dons. Go Dons!!
Feb 1 – Acalanes matches up with Miramonte tonight in basketball, Soccer plays Dublin
In Thursdays action…
The wrestling team was defeated by Dublin HS. Vincente Rodriguez and Andrew Nakahara won their matches.
In Fridays action…
The basketball teams plays Miramonte HS.
At Miramonte HS, JV boys play at 4:00, varsity boys at 5:30 and varsity girls at 7:00.
At Acalanes HS, JV girls play at 4:00 and freshman boys play at 5:30.
The soccer teams play Dublin HS. Boys are home and girls away. JV plays at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
The wrestling team competes in the Mission San Jose Invitational.
In Saturdays action…
The wrestling team competes in the Mission San Jose Invitational.
The freshman girls soccer team plays at Berkeley HS at 2:00.
R. Takahashi
Acalanes High School Basketball – Video Highlights
a) Big men in the middle
b) Downtown from the arc
c) quick layup from the outside
d) steal from the floor for a basket
Video: Gint Federas
Jan 31 – Basketball and Soccer Results
In yesterdays action…
The boys soccer team continues to roll defeating Dougherty Valley HS 1-0 to raise their DFAL record to 8-0-2 and their overall record to 17-0-3. The JV team played to a draw at 0-0.
The girls soccer team ended in a tie with Dougherty Valley HS 0-0. The JV team lost a close 2-1 game.
The girls basketball team was defeated by Dublin HS. The JV team was victorious.
The boys basketball team was defeated by Dublin HS. The JV team suffered the same fate.
In todays action…
The wrestling team has a meet against Dublin HS at Alhambra HS at 7:00.
The freshman boys soccer team hosts San Ramon Valley HS at 6:00.
Yesterdays individual standouts…
Boys soccer -
Max Mirner scored the lone goal assisted by Dan Glascock. Luc VanOss was named “Man of the Match.”
Girls soccer -
Brooke Balfrey had 9 saves.
Girls basketball -
JulieAnn Martin scored 18 points and Calen O’Neill 10 points.
R. Takahashi
Jan 28 – Acalanes Dons Basketball Video Highlights
a) Outsider for 3
b) Spinning for 2
c) Put back for 2
d) Feed down low
e) Tip in
Video: Gint Federas
Jan 28 – Acalanes Basketball and Soccer Results
In yesterdays action…
The boys soccer team was sparkling in a 4-0 defeat of Northgate HS to remain undefeated at 16-0-3. The girls soccer team shutout St. Patrick’s HS 2-0. The girls basketball team pulled out a nail-biter by defeating Las Lomas HS 47-43. The JV team won in a landslide. The boys basketball team dropped a close game to Las Lomas HS. The JV and freshman teams also suffered in defeat.
In todays action…
The freshman boys soccer team plays at Clayton Valley Charter HS at 3:30.
Yesterdays individual standouts…
Boys soccer
- Dan Glascock scored 1 goal, had 1 assist and was named “Man of the Match.” Max Mirner, Conrad Halverson and Zach Kramer each scored 1 goal. Graham Lindgren and Kai Simonsen each had an assist.
Girls basketball -
It was freshman night to shine. JulieAnn Martin scored 16 points, had 14 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals. Julia Lyons scored 12 points, and had 3 rebounds and 2 steals. Taylor Jones had 9 rebounds and 6 blocked shots. Senior Grace Francis added 8 rebounds.
R. Takahashi
Jan 25 – Acalanes Dons Video Highlights – Alhambra Bulldogs
a) Nick Inserra for 3
b) Buster Souza with a jumper for 2
c) Buster Souza battling for 2
d) Zach Kisner outside for 3
e) Buster Souza scores 2 in the paint
f) Eric Thomas all alone for 3
Video: Gint Federas
Jan 26 – Acalanes Dons Basketball Victorious
In Fridays action…
The boys basketball team defeated Alhambra HS 60-45. The JV team lost a close game.
The girls basketball team defeated Alhambra HS 41-39 in a thriller. The JV team won soundly.
The boys soccer team played to a 0-0 draw with Miramonte HS.
The girls soccer team battled with Miramonte HS only to come up short.
In Mondays action…
The basketball teams play Las Lomas HS. At Acalanes HS, JV girls play at 4:00, varsity girls at 5:30 and varsity boys at 7:00. At Las Lomas HS, JV boys play at 4:00 and freshman boys at 5:30. The freshman girls basketball team plays at Carondelet at 7:00.
The boys soccer team hosts Northgate HS. JV plays at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
Fridays individual standouts…
Boys basketball
Buster Souza dominated the boards with 21 points and 9 rebounds. Eric Thomas scored 11 points. Matt Thomas scored 8 points and had 7 assists.
Girls basketball
Marie Paladino scored 10 points, with 2 3-pointers. Jamie Jacobs scored 9 points, with 2 3-pointers.
R.Takahashi

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Jan 22 – Dons vs. Campo Video Highlights
a) 3 pointer by Craig Anderson
b) Buster Souza 4th Qtr dunk
c) Matt Thomas for 3
Video: Gint Federas
Jan 23 – Wednesday Sports
In yesterdays action…
The boys basketball team was defeated by Campolindo HS. The JV team was also defeated.
The girls basketball team was defeated by Campolindo HS. The JV team was victorious.
In todays action…
The girls soccer team hosts Redwood Christian HS at 4:15.
Yesterdays individual standouts…
Boys basketball
Matt Thomas had 14 points, with 3 3-pointers. Buster Souza had 10 points.
Girls basketball
JulieAnn Martin had 10 points, with 1 3-pointer.
Jan 22 – Acalanes Boys Basketball Team Is Back in Action Versus Campolindo Tonight
After a week of finals and a BYE last Friday, the Acalanes freshman boys basketball team will resume DFAL play against Lamorinda rival Campolindo, tonight, at home in Lafayette. Tip-off will take place at 5:30pm. VARSITY plays at CAMPO at 7:00 PM
The freshman Cougars of Campolindo come into tonight’s game against the Dons looking for their first DFAL victory. They are currently 0-3 and are coming off a nail-biting loss to Dublin last Friday night. The freshman Dons are looking to bounce back from their lopsided loss to Dougherty Valley on January 11th and to capture their second DFAL win.
Campolindo and Acalanes met earlier this season in the Championship Game of the Ken Nelson Tournament, hosted by Campolindo. The Cougars beat the Dons by 17 points in that championship show down. Tonight will be the first of two DFAL match-ups between the Campolindo Cougars and the Acalanes Dons. Please come and show your support. Go Dons!!
Robert McKendell
Jan 22 – Tuesday Sports
In Thursdays action…
The wrestling team out-grappled Alhambra HS only to come up short 36-29.
In Fridays action…
The boys soccer team defeated Las Lomas HS 4-1 to raise their DFAL record to 7-0-1. The JV team was also the victors 2-0.
The girls soccer team fell to Las Lomas HS. The JV team suffered likewise.
In Saturdays action…
The boys soccer team waged an incredible battle with San Ramon Valley HS and came out on top with a late goal that gave them a 3-2 victory, which raises their overall record to 15-0-2. The JV team won 1-0.
The boys basketball team was defeated by Liberty HS.
In Tuesdays action…
The basketball teams play Campolindo HS. At Campolindo HS, the JV girls play at 4:00, the varsity girls at 5:30 and the varsity boys at 7:00. At Acalanes HS, the JV boys play at 4:00 and the freshman boys at 5:30.
Individual standouts…
Wrestling.
Vincente Rodriguez, Chris Fulton, Brian Lilienstein, Sam Ridge, Andrew Nakahara and Alan Zuniga won their matches.
Boys soccer.
Against Las Lomas HS, Dan Glascock scored 1 goal and had 1 assist, Lenny Adkerson, Luc Chan and Nick Lee each scored 1 goal, Ben Croze, Ian Franklin and Graham Lindgren each had 1 assist, and Max Mirner was named “Man of the Match.” Against San Ramon Valley HS, Mark Helfrich scored 2 goals, Ben Croze scored 1 goal and had 1 assist, and Graham Lindgren had 2 assists and was named “Man of the Match.”
R. Takahashi
Jan 18 – Friday (after Finals) Sports
In Thursdays action…
The wrestling team out-grappled Alhambra HS only to come up short 36-29. Vincente Rodriguez, Chris Fulton, Brian Lilienstein, Sam Ridge, Andrew Nakahara and Alan Zuniga won their matches.
In Fridays action…
The soccer teams plays Las Lomas HS. Boys are home and girls are away. JV plays at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
The freshman girls basketball team plays at Grant HS in Sacramento at 4:00.
In Saturdays action…
The boys basketball team plays Liberty HS at Piedmont HS at 1:30.
The freshman girls basketball team hosts Sonoma Valley HS at 4:00.
The boys soccer team hosts San Ramon Valley HS. JV plays at 4:00 and varsity at 6:00.
The freshman boys soccer team plays at Dublin HS at 12:00.
The freshman girls soccer team hosts Berkeley HS at 9:00.
The wrestling team competes in the Dublin Invitational.
R. Takahashi
Jan 12 – Friday’s Sports Results
In Fridays action…
The boys basketball team pulled off a thrilling win over Dougherty Valley HS 53-51. The JV team also won, but the freshman team did not.
The girls basketball team played very well in a 55-49 defeat to Dougherty Valley HS. The JV team was an overwhelming winner.
The boys soccer team battled Campolindo HS to a 0-0 tie.
The girls soccer team was defeated by Campolindo HS. The JV team narrowly lost 2-1.
Fridays individual standouts…
Boys basketball – Matt Thomas scored 19 points and had 10 rebounds. Eric Thomas scored 11 points. Craig Anderson scored 7 points and had 7 rebounds.
Girls basketball – Jamie Jacobs scored 14 points.
Girls soccer – Becca Bostwick scored a goal assisted by Emma Starr. Brooke Balfrey had 11 saves.
R. Takahashi
Jan 11 – Friday Sports
In Thursdays action…
The wrestling team was narrowly defeated by Miramonte HS. Brian Lilienstein, Sam Ridge, Andrew Nakahara, Aaron Arman, Jack Connolly and Alan Zuniga won their matches.
In Fridays action…
The basketball teams play Dougherty Valley HS. At Acalanes HS, JV girls plays at 4:00, varsity girls at 5:30 and varsity boys at 7:00. At Dougherty Valley HS, JV boys play at 4:00 and freshman boys at 5:30.
The soccer teams have the BIG SHOWDOWN with Campolindo HS. The girls are home and boys are away. JV plays at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
In Saturdays action…
The boys soccer team has a rematch with Ygnacio Valley HS. The Dons won the first meeting 1-0 to give the Warriors their only defeat so far this season. JV plays at 4:00 and varsity at 6:00.
The freshman boys soccer team hosts Berkeley HS at 10:00.
The freshman girls soccer team plays at Deer Valley HS at 9:00.
The freshman girls basketball team hosts Alameda HS at 4:00.
The wrestling team completes in the Joe Camillari frosh-soph & JV tournament at Granada HS.
R. Takahashi
Jan 10 – Thursday Sports
In yesterdays action…
The boys basketball team was defeated by Miramonte HS. Buster Souza scored 10 points and had 11 rebounds, and Matt Thomas scored 15 points. The JV team was also defeated.
The girls basketball team was defeated by Miramonte HS, but the JV team was victorious.
In todays action…
The wrestling team hosts Miramonte HS at 6:00.
R. Takahashi
Jan 9 – Freshman Boys Basketball Team Rallies To Beat Miramonte On The Road 45-42
It was not a stellar shooting night for the freshman Dons. However, they made up for it with their tenacity on defense and controlling the boards in the second half of this contest. The Dons down 24-16 at halftime, fell behind 15 points with 5 minutes remaining in the 3rd period, 33-18. From that point on, the Dons held the Matadors of Miramonte scoreless for the remainder of the period and cut the Matador’s lead to 2 points going into the 4th quarter, 33-31. In the 4th quarter, the Dons took control of the game. Jack Thoren came alive, scoring 10 points including a step back 3 pointer late, to help seal the victory. There were many that contributed in this come from behind victory for the freshman Dons: Nathan Edwards had 3 points, 7 rebounds and 2 steals; Andrew McKendell had 4 points, 7 assists and 3 steals; Jack Thoren had 11 points, 4 assists and 2 steals; and the big men for the Dons, Matt Mesetz chipped in 9 points and 9 rebounds; and Joey Christensen contributed 10 points and ripped down 12 rebounds.
This was a key win for the Dons as they prepare to head down Hwy 680 to face a talented Dougherty Valley basketball team on Friday. Game time is at 5:30pm at the Wildcat’s gym in San Ramon. Go Dons!!
Jan 9 – Wednesday Sports
In yesterdays action…
The boys soccer team grounded the Clayton Valley HS Eagles 3-0 to raise their overall record to 13-0. Ben Croze scored 1 goal and had 1 assist. Luc VanOss and Mitch Butler each scored 1 goal. Max Mirner and Dan Glascock each had 1 assist. James Lande was named “Man of the Match.”
“Eagles ‘Take it to the limit’ with the Dons who deliver another ‘Heartache Tonight’ for a 3-0 win.” – Paul Curtis
In todays action…
The basketball teams play Miramonte HS.
At Acalanes HS, the JV girls play at 4:00, varsity girls at 5:30 and varsity boys at 7:00.
At Miramonte HS, the JV boys play at 4:00 and freshmen boys at 5:30.
R. Takahashi
Jan 7 – Dons vs. Dublin Video Clips
Video: Gint Federas
Jan 8 – Tuesday Sports
In yesterdays action…
The boys basketball team was defeated by Dublin HS. Eric Thomas scored 17 points and Buster Souza scored 13 points. The JV and freshman teams did not fare any better.
The girls basketball team was defeated by Dublin HS.
In todays action…
The boys soccer team hosts Clayton Valley HS. JV plays at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
Freshman Boys Basketball Team Gets Roughed-up by Dublin at Home 77-53
A close game at the end of the 1st quarter got away from the Freshman Dons, in the 2nd and 3rd quarters as the Gaels of Dublin cruised to a 77-53 victory. The deadly combination of cold shooting, poor rebounding and careless turnovers did the Dons in against an aggressive Dublin team.
The Don’s kept battling the Gaels until the final buzzer sounded which is a reflection of their two coaches, Ed Sariby and Rob Combi. Nathan Edwards got the Dons off to a hot start, scoring 7 points in the 1st quarter. Playing under the weather, Matt Mesetz lead the Don’s with 12 points in the game. In the 4th quarter, Dylan Siv hustled on both end of the floors and chipped in 6 points off the bench.
The Freshman Dons will have an opportunity to bounce back against the Matadors of Miramonte on Wednesday January 9th. Tip-off is at 5:30pm at Miramonte High School in Orinda. The Don’s fall to 7-8 on the season and 0-1 in DFAL play.
Acalanes Sports during Winter Break
The Winter sports were very busy during the break.
Boys basketball
The varsity team was defeated by Sir Francis Drake HS. The JV and freshman teams fared no better.
The varsity team defeated Piner HS and Santa Rosa HS to set up the championship game with 10-1 Cardinal Newman HS at the Sonoma County Classic at Piner HS. The boys played very well to defeat the Cardinals 57-55 to claim the tournament championship. Buster Souza was the Tournament MVP and Matt Thomas was an All-Tournament selection.
The JV team won the Ferreboeff Memorial Invitational at San Marin HS.
Girls basketball
The varsity team defeated Fairfield HS in the first round of the West Coast Jamboree at Bentley HS, but lost close games to Eureka HS and Washington HS of San Francisco.
Boys soccer
Friday before the break began, the varsity team completed the first half of the DFAL season with an unblemished 6-0 record by defeating Alhambra HS 3-1. They obliterated College Park HS 5-0 to raise their overall record to 12-0.
Girls soccer
Before the Winter break, the varsity team was edged out by Alhambra HS 1-0. During the Tri-Valley Invitational, they came alive with victories over Mission San Jose HS, Albany HS and Irvington HS by an aggregate score of 13-3, with 2-1 loss to Ygnacio Valley HS to raise their overall record to 6-5-1.
R. Takahashi
Jan 7 – Monday Sports
In todays action…
The basketball teams open DFAL play against Dublin HS.
At Dublin HS. JV girls play at 4:00, varsity girls at 5:30 and varsity boys at 7:00.
At Acalanes HS. JV boys play at 4:00 and freshman boys at 5:30.
The JV girls soccer team plays at Tennyson HS at 3:30.
The freshman boys soccer team plays at San Ramon Valley HS at 7:00.
R. Takahashi
Freshman Boys Basketball Team Defeats Stuart Hall 62-48 In Final Non-conference Game
In their final non-conference game of the season, the Acalanes Freshman Boys Basketball Team shrugged off a cold shooting first quarter to beat the Knights of Stuart Hall, 62-48. With help of outstanding 3-point shooting, Stuart Hall jumped out to a 21-12 first quarter lead. However, the 2nd and 4th quarters were dominated by the Dons scoring 19 and 21 points respectively. Leading the way for the Don’s was point guard Andrew McKendell who dropped-in a game high 20 points. Alex Kinnear was another big contributor on the floor for the Dons scoring 13 points. Matt Clark sparked the Dons in the first quarter with 7 points while Nathan Edwards energized the team with 9 points and tenacious defense off the bench.
The Freshman boys open-up DFAL play at home on Monday January 7th at 5:30pm with a match-up against the Gaels of Dublin High School. The Freshman Boys Basketball Team ends their non-conference play with a record of 7 – 7.
Cardinal Newman upset in Sonoma County Classic Final
By HOWARD SENZELL
FOR THE PRESS DEMOCRAT
In one of the biggest upsets in the 31-year history of the Sonoma County Classic, Acalanes defeated Cardinal Newman, 57-55, in the championship game Saturday night.
Coming into the tournament, the Dons had the second-worst record (2-8) in the eight-team field. However, they didn’t look like a futile team in their three tournament games at Piner High. In successive nights, they knocked off the Prospectors, Santa Rosa and Newman.
After watching Acalanes hold on to defeat the Cardinals, Piner coach and tournament director Mike Erickson was shaking his head.
“I’d say this is the most surprising championship game we’ve had in the Classic,” he said. “I don’t think anyone thought Acalanes could beat Newman.”
The Cardinals came into the game with a 10-1 record and bragging rights as the best team in the Redwood Empire.
While the outcome was surprising, Acalanes didn’t luck into the win. The Lafayette school played at Newman’s level, leading most of the last three quarters.
The Dons were up 30-24 at halftime and in the third quarter enjoyed a 10-point advantage.
Newman battled back in the fourth quarter and took a 55-54 lead on Corey Hammell’s put-back basket with 1:15 remaining.
The lead didn’t hold up long as Kyle Kinnear came down the court and promptly nailed a pull-up jumper to put the Dons back in front.
Kenny Love then missed a 3-point shot and Matt Thomas was fouled going for the rebound. The junior made one free throw to put his team up 57-55 with 7.3 seconds left.
The Cardinals got more shot, but Love’s 3-pointer hit the rim and took a high bounce out, setting up an on-court celebration by the Acalanes players.
“Acalanes was the better team,” said dejected Newman coach Tom Bonfigli. “I don’t think our players took Acalanes seriously. We didn’t play as hard as we needed to. They outplayed us in our hometown and that’s disappointing.
“Still, we had the opportunity to win and couldn’t do it. Give Acalanes credit, they played harder than we did.”
It was understandable that the Newman players had a letdown. On Friday, they were sky-high for Mt. Eden, a team that came in 10-0. The Cardinals played one of their best games and won, 59-44.
“I watched Acalanes the first two nights of the tournament,” Bonfigli, the winningest coach in the Empire, said. “They weren’t playing like a team that had won only two games. I told my players that they couldn’t take them lightly, but they did.”
Acalanes coach Darrell Hirashima, Jr. said his team matured Thursday night against Piner.
“We’re young and relatively inexperienced,” he said. “The potential has been there, we just didn’t execute. Against Piner, we jelled and it carried over to the point where the kids knew they had the ability to beat Newman.
“We played our best ball of the season in this tournament and our best game was this one against Newman. It’s a testament to our kids’ mental toughness that they didn’t give up when our record was so bad.”
The Dons hit eight 3-pointers, including two by Matt Thomas in the final five minutes.
Buster Souza and Thomas led Acalanes with 15 points. Souza, who at 6-foot-7 was the tallest player in the tournament, was named most valuable player.
Hammell was the only player in double figures for Newman. He had 21. Hammell and teammate Tim McCullough were named to the all-tourney team.
Newman opens North Bay League play Wednesday night at home against Ukiah.
Christmas Break Sports Update
For those checking their email, here is a basketball update.
The boys basketball team won their first two games in the Sonoma County Classic at Piner HS to advance to the championship game against a Cardinal Newman team that entered with an overall record of 10-1. The boys played outstanding and inspired basketball to defeat them 57-55 to claim the tournament championship. Buster Souza was named the tournament most valuable player and Matt Thomas was named to the all-tournament team.
The JV boys basketball team followed suit by winning the Ferreboeff Memorial Invitational at San Marin HS.
The girls basketball team opened the West Coast Jamboree with a victory over Fairfield HS only to lose close games to Eureka HS and Washington HS of San Francisco.
R. Takahashi
Dec 26 – Christmas Sports Update
For those checking email during the winter break.
Friday, December 21…
The boys soccer team continues to roll defeating Alhambra HS 3-1 to finish the first half of the DFAL season at 6-0 with an overall record of 11-0.
The girls soccer team fell to Alhambra HS 1-0. The JV team suffered the same fate.
Saturday, December 22…
The boys basketball team was defeated by Sir Francis Drake HS. The JV and freshman teams did no better.
Congratulations…
Gabe Newman was named as an All-Bay Area Newsgroup 3rd team selection for football.
R. Takahashi
Sports Schedule over the Winter Break
December 24 – 29
Monday
Tuesday
Merry Christmas!
Wednesday
Girls basketball Irvington JV Holiday Invitational.
Thursday
Boys basketball Sonoma County Classic at Piner HS in Santa Rosa.
Boys basketball Ferreboeff Memorial JV Tournament at San Marin HS.
Girls basketball West Coast Jamboree against Fairfield HS at Bentley HS 6:30.
Girls basketball Irvington JV Holiday Invitational.
Girls soccer Tri-Valley Invitational at Mustang Soccer & Sycamore Valley.
Friday
Boys basketball Sonoma County Classic at Piner HS in Santa Rosa.
Boys basketball Ferreboeff Memorial JV Tournament at San Marin HS.
Girls basketball West Coast Jamboree at Bentley HS.
Girls basketball Irvington JV Holiday Invitational.
Girls soccer Tri-Valley Invitational at Mustang Soccer & Sycamore Valley.
Saturday
Boys basketball Sonoma County Classic at Piner HS in Santa Rosa.
Boys basketball Ferreboeff Memorial JV Tournament at San Marin HS.
Girls basketball West Coast Jamboree at Bentley HS.
Girls basketball Irvington JV Holiday Invitational.
Girls soccer Tri-Valley Invitational at Mustang Soccer & Sycamore Valley.
December 30 – January 5
Monday
New Year’s Eve
Tuesday
Happy New Year!
Wednesday
Thursday
Boys basketball Host Stuart Hall HS. Freshmen 11:00, jv 12:30.
Girls basketball JV at St. Mary’s HS 7:00.
Girls basketball Freshmen at St. Francis HS in Mountain View 4:30.
Friday
Girls basketball Freshmen host Novato HS 3:30.
Saturday
Girls basketball Freshmen host Sonoma Valley HS 4:00.
Boys soccer At College Park HS. JV 1:00, varsity 3:00.
Boys soccer Freshmen host College Park HS 10:00.
Girls soccer Freshmen at College Park HS 9:00.
Wrestling Mat Classic at Granada HS.
Dec 21 – Friday and Weekend Sports
In Thursdays action…
The boys basketball team played very well against a good San Ramon Valley HS team in defeat. The JV team also suffered a narrow defeat.
In Fridays action…
The soccer teams play Alhambra HS. Boys are home and girls are away. JV plays at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
The wrestling team competes in the Lou Bronzan Invitational at Liberty HS.
The freshman girls basketball team hosts Novato HS at 3:30.
In Saturdays action…
The boys basketball team hosts Sir Francis Drake HS. Freshmen play at 4:00, JV at 5:30 and varsity at 7:00.
The wrestling team competes in the Lou Bronzan Invitational at Liberty HS.
The freshman girls soccer team hosts Las Lomas HS at 9:00 and plays at Dougherty Valley HS at 2:00.
R. Takahashi
Dec 20 – Thursday Sports
In yesterdays action…
The boys soccer team continues their DFAL dominance with a 3-1 victory over Dublin HS to remain undefeated in the DFAL at 5-0 and overall at 10-0.
The girls soccer team played very well, but the ball did not bounce in their favor in a 1-0 defeat to Dublin HS.
In todays action…
The boys basketball team hosts San Ramon Valley HS. JV plays at 5:30 and varsity at 7:00.
The freshman girls basketball team plays at Napa HS at 6:30.
The wrestling team has a match at Las Lomas HS at 6:00.
Yesterdays individual standouts…
Boys soccer Kai Simonsen scored 2 goals and was named “Man of the Match.” Lenny Adkerson scored 1 goal. Mark Helfrich, Ben Croze and Eric Rogstad each had 1 assist.
Girls soccer Brooke Balfrey had 3 saves.
Congratulations…
Annie Marggraff was named as a first team All-Bay Area Newsgroup selection for girls cross country.
Ben Croze was a Bay Area Newsgroup Athlete of the Week honorable mention. The article is in today’s Contra Costa Times.
R. Takahashi
Dec 19 – Wednesday Sports
In yesterdays action…
The boys basketball team was defeated by Hercules HS.
In todays action…
The soccer teams play Dublin HS. The girls are home and the boys are away. JV plays at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
The freshman boys soccer team plays at De La Salle HS at 6:00.
R. Takahashi
Dec 17 – Monday Sports
In Fridays action…
The boys soccer team continues to roll by shutting out Dougherty Valley HS 3-0 to raise their DFAL record to 4-0.
The girls soccer team records an overwhelming win over Dougherty Valley HS 4-1.
The girls basketball team falls to Ukiah HS in the semifinals of the Ukiah Tournament.
In Saturdays action…
The boys basketball team plays extremely well to defeat Northgate HS in overtime.
The girls basketball team defeats McKinleyville HS to claim 3rd place in the Ukiah Tournament.
The boys soccer team defeats Bullard HS 2-0 to remain perfect on the young season at 9-0.
In Mondays action…
The JV girls soccer team hosts Ygnacio Valley HS at 4:00.
The freshman boys soccer team hosts Dublin HS at 6:00.
Individual standouts…
Boys soccer Combined statistics from Friday’s game against Dougherty Valley HS and Saturday’s game against Bullard HS. Ben Croze scored 2 goals. Stuart Lee scored 1 goals and had 1 assist. Dan Glascock and Kai Simonsen each scored 1 goal. Drew Lindgren and Mark Helfrich each had 1 assist. Eric Rogstad had 6 saves and Eric Sirott had 5 saves.
Girls basketball Grace Francis was named All-Tourney at the Ukiah Tournament.
R. Takahashi
Dec 14 – Friday and Weekend Sports
In Thursdays action…
The girls basketball team defeated Del Norte HS 45-34 in the first round of the Ukiah Tournament.
The boys basketball team was defeated by Analy HS.
The wrestling team was defeated by Campolindo HS.
In Fridays action…
The soccer teams play Dougherty Valley HS. The boys are home and the girls away. JV plays at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
The girls basketball team plays Ukiah HS in the semifinals of the Ukiah Tournament.
The JV girls basketball team plays at 5:00 in the second round of the Petaluma Tournament.
In Saturdays action…
The boys basketball team hosts Northgate HS. Freshmen play at 4:00, JV at 5:30 and varsity at 7:00.
The girls basketball team plays in the final round of the Ukiah Tournament.
The JV girls basketball team plays in the final round of the Petaluma Tournament.
The varsity boys soccer team hosts De La Salle HS.
The freshman boys soccer team plays at James Logan HS at 10:00.
The freshman girls soccer team plays at Clayton Valley HS at 9:00.
Thursdays individual standouts…
Girls basketball Calen O’Neill scored 8 points and had 7 rebounds, 2 steals and 1 assist. Marie Paladino scored 8 points and had 7 steals and 1 assist. Grace Francis scored 6 points and had 7 rebounds, 4 steals and 1 assist. Katie Greer scored 6 points and had 4 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals. Jamie Jacobs scored 5 points and had 7 steals, 1 rebound and 1 assist.
Wrestling Vincente Rodriguez, Brian Lilienstein, Andrew Nakahara, Aaron Arman and Alan Zuniga won their matches.
R. Takahashi
Dec 13 – Thursday Sports
In yesterdays action…
The boys soccer team continues to steamroll the DFAL with a 5-1 victory over Miramonte HS raising their DFAL record to 3-0 and their overall record to 7-0.
The girls soccer team was defeated by Miramonte HS.
In todays action…
The wrestling team open DFAL action at Campolindo HS at 6:00.
The boys basketball team plays at Analy HS. Freshmen play at 4:00, JV at 5:30 and varsity at 7:00.
The varsity girls basketball team opens first round action at the Ukiah Tournament.
The JV girls basketball team plays in the first round of the Petaluma Tournament.
The freshman girls basketball team plays at Tamalpais HS at 6:00.
The freshman boys soccer team hosts Bishop O’Dowd HS at 6:00.
Yesterdays individual standouts…
Boys soccer Ben Croze scored 2 goals and had 3 assists and was named “Man of the Match.” Dan Glascock, Graham Lindgren and Lenny Adkerson each scored 1 goal.
Girls soccer Brooke Balfrey had 3 saves.
Congratulations…
Elizabeth Schultz was named as an All-Bay Area Newsgroup first team selection.
R. Takahashi
Dec 12 – Wednesday Sports
In yesterdays action…
The girls basketball team defeated El Cerrito HS 64-17. The JV team also won in a landslide. The freshman team played in an outstanding game with St. Francis HS of Mountain View and came away with a thrilling 41-40 victory.
The boys basketball team fell to San Marin HS.
In todays action…
The soccer teams play Miramonte HS. The girls are home and the boys away. JV plays at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
The JV basketball team hosts Monte Vista HS at 6:00.
Individual standouts…
Girls basketball Jamie Jacobs scored 14 points with 1 3-pointer. Charlene Commer scored 12 points and had 6 steals. Calen O’Neill had 6 rebounds.
R. Takahashi
Dec 11 – Tuesday Sports
In yesterdays action…
The girls soccer team played well and battled to a 1-1 tie against Northgate HS. The JV team pulled out a 1-0 victory.
In todays action…
The girls basketball team hosts El Cerrito HS. JV plays at 5:30 and varsity at 7:00. The freshmen host St. Francis HS of Mountain View at 4:00.
The boys basketball team plays at San Marin HS. The freshmen play at 4:00, JV at 5:30 and varsity at 7:00.
R. Takahashi
Thursday, Dec 13 – Sports Basement Fundraiser
Thursday, Dec. 13th, ALL DAY
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Dec 10 – Monday Sports
In Fridays action…
The boys varsity boys soccer team put on an offensive display defeating Las Lomas HS 4-1. The JV team also prevailed.
The girls soccer team was defeated by Las Lomas HS. The JV team did likewise 1-0.
The varsity boys basketball team was defeated by St. Patrick’s HS in the Chris Vontoure Memorial Invitational at De La Salle HS.
The JV boys basketball team defeated College Park HS in the John Rhodes Memorial Invitational.
The varsity girls basketball team was defeated by Hercules HS in the Liberty Tournament.
In Saturdays action…
The varsity boys basketball team defeated Richmond HS in the Chris Vontoure Memorial Invitational at De La Salle HS.
The JV boys basketball team defeated Northgate HS in the John Rhodes Memorial Invitational to claim the Consolation Championship.
The varsity girls basketball team defeated Orestimba HS from Newman.
The freshman girls basketball team went 2-1 in the American Tournament to claim 3rd place.
In Mondays action…
The girls soccer team hosts Northgate HS. The JV team plays at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
Individual standouts…
Boys soccer Max Mirner and Mark Helfrich each scored 2 goals.
Girls soccer Brooke Balfrey had 3 saves.
R. Takahashi
Dec 7 – Friday Sports
In Thursdays action…
The varsity boys basketball team was defeated by Deer Valley HS in the first round of the Chris Vontoure Memorial Invitational.
The JV boys basketball team was edged out by Vallejo HS by one point in the first round of the John Rhodes Memorial Invitational.
The varsity girls team lost the first round of the Liberty Tournament
In Fridays action…
The soccer teams play Las Lomas HS. The girls are home and the boys away. JV plays at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
The varsity boys basketball team plays St. Patrick’s HS at 3:30 at De La Salle HS in the Chris Vontoure Memorial Invitational.
The JV boys basketball team hosts College Park HS in the John Rhodes Memorial Invitational.
The freshman basketball team plays in the Ken Nelson Memorial Invitational at Campolindo HS.
The varsity girls basketball team plays in the Liberty Tournament.
The freshman girls basketball team plays in the American Tournament.
In Saturdays action…
The varsity boys basketball team plays in the Chris Vontoure Memorial Invitational at De La Salle HS.
The JV boys basketball team hosts the John Rhodes Memorial Invitational.
The freshman basketball team plays in the Ken Nelson Memorial Invitational at Campolindo HS.
The varsity girls basketball team plays in the Liberty Tournament.
The freshman girls basketball team plays in the American Tournament.
The varsity wrestling team completes in the Bay Area Invitational at Castro Valley HS.
The wrestling team competes in the Falcon Frosh-Soph & JV Tournament at Foothill HS.
The freshman boys soccer team hosts Amador Valley HS at 10:00.
The freshman girls soccer team plays at Northgate HS at 9:00 and at Heritage HS at 2:00.
R Takahashi
Dec 6 – Thursday Sports
In yesterdays action…
The boys soccer team was clicking on all cylinders in a 4-0 win over Campolindo HS.
The girls soccer team battled to a 1-1 tie with Campolindo HS.
In todays action…
The boys basketball team plays Deer Valley HS at 8:00 at De La Salle HS in the first round of the Chris Vontoure Memorial Invitational.
The JV boys basketball team hosts the John Rhodes Memorial Invitational.
The freshman boys play in the Ken Nelson Memorial Invitational at Campolindo HS.
The girls basketball team plays in the Liberty Tournament.
The freshman girls basketball team plays in the American Tournament.
Yesterdays individual standouts…
Boys soccer Mark Helfrich and Ben Croze each scored 1 goal and had 1 assist. Dan Glascock and Max Mirner each scored 1 goal. Graham Lindren had 1 assist. Mark Helfrich was named “Man of the Match.”
Girls soccer Katherine Tottle scored the lone goal assisted by Emma Starr.
Congratulations…
Connor Reid was named as an All-Bay Area Newsgroup first team selection for boys water polo.
Katie Ramm was named as an All-Bay Area Newsgroup first team selection for girls water polo.
Megan Dietrich was named as an All-Bay Area Newsgroup second team selection for girls water polo.
R. Takahashi
Dec 5 – Wednesday Sports
The girls basketball team defeated Hercules HS. The JV team did likewise. The freshman team defeated St. Patrick’s HS.
BIG SOCCER DAY!!! The boys and girls teams open DFAL play against Campolindo HS. The boys are home and the girls away. JV plays at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
Dec 4 – Tuesday Sports
In yesterdays action…
The JV girls soccer team defeated Pinole Valley HS 8-0.
In todays action…
The girls basketball team hosts Hercules HS. JV plays at 5:30 and varsity at 7:00. The freshman girls basketball team hosts St. Patrick’s HS at 4:00.
The boys basketball team plays at Monte Vista HS. Freshmen play at 4:00, JV at 5:30 and varsity at 7:00.
R. Takahashi
Nov 29 – Thursday Sports
In yesterdays action…
The boys soccer team played extremely well to defeat highly ranked Ygnacio Valley HS 1-0 to raise their overall record to 3-0. This victory sets up their showdown with Campolindo HS Saturday at 5:00 at Foothill HS. Lenny Adkerson scored the lone goal assisted by Nick Lee. Luc Van Oss was named “Man of the Match.”
In todays action…
The girls soccer team hosts Antioch HS. JV plays at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
The freshman boys soccer team plays at Bishop O’Dowd HS at 4:00.
The varsity girls basketball team plays Concord HS at 330 in the Lady Bulldog Invitational at Alhambra HS.
The JV girls basketball team plays in the Oakland Tech Tournament at 630.
The freshman girls basketball team plays in the Granada Tournament at 830
R. Takahashi
Nov 26 – Monday Sports
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Sports over Thanksgiving Week
Saturday, November 17
The boys basketball team has a scrimmage at Castro Valley HS. Freshmen play at 10:00, JV at 11:30 and varsity at 1:00.
The freshman girls soccer team hosts Bishop O’Dowd HS at 9:00.
Monday, November 19
The girls basketball team has a scrimmage at Skyline HS. JV plays at 1:00 and varsity at 3:00.
The freshman girls basketball team competes in the San Ramon Valley tournament.
The boys soccer team hosts Richmond HS in a scrimmage. JV plays at 6:00 and varsity at 7:30.
Tuesday, November 20
The girls basketball team hosts San Ramon Valley HS in an NCS Foundation game. Freshmen play at 4:00, JV at 5:30 and varsity at 7:00.
The boys basketball team plays at College Park HS in an NCS Foundation game. Freshmen play at 4:00, JV at 5:30 and varsity at 7:00.
Wednesday, November 21
The basketball teams host the Alumni game. Girls play at 5:30 and boys at 7:00.
The boys soccer team hosts the Acalanes tournament.
Friday, November 23
The freshman girls basketball team competes in the San Ramon Valley tournament.
The JV boys soccer teams play in the James Logan tournament.
The freshman boys soccer team plays in the Monte Vista tournament.
Saturday, November 24
The varsity and JV boys basketball team plays in the Vacaville scrimmage day at 9:00.
The freshman girls basketball team competes in the San Ramon Valley tournament.
The JV boys soccer teams play in the James Logan tournament.
The freshman boys soccer team plays in the Monte Vista tournament.
R. Takahashi
Feb 27 – Basketball / Softball results and Monday games
In Fridays action…
The girls basketball team defeated Analy HS 57-52 to advance to the NCS Semifinals. They will play Bishop O’Dowd HS Wednesday, February 29 at 6:30 at Chabot College.
The boys basketball team was defeated by El Cerrito HS 51-49 in the NCS quarterfinals.
The softball team defeated Marin Catholic HS 7-0.
In todays action…
The jv boys golf team has a match against Deer Valley HS at Deer Ridge GC at 3:00.
Fridays individual standouts…
Girls basketball – Sophie Taylor scored 24 points, with 10 rebounds and 7 steals. Grace Francis had 4 rebounds and 3 steals. Molly Martin scored 4 points and had 6 rebounds.
Boys basketball – Kevin Huber scored 13 points, with 2 3-pointers. Buster Souza scored 12 points.
Softball – Mia Monopoli was the winning pitcher throwing a complete game 1-hitter with 9 strikeouts, and went 3 for 4, with a 2 run home run. Terri Taylor went 4 for 4, with 2 RBIs.
R. Takahashi
Feb 24 – Another match win for golf, NCS this weekend
In Thursdays action…
The boys golf team defeated Pittsburg HS 197-247. Chris Childers shot a 34, Will Brueckner 37, and Kennedy Kim 40 on a 9-hole, par 36 course.
In Fridays action…
The girls basketball team is the #4 seed in the NCS playoffs and will host #5 Analy HS in the quarterfinals at 7:00.
The boys basketball team is the #5 seed in the NCS playoffs and will play at #4 El Cerrito HS in the quarterfinals at 7:00.
The softball team hosts Marin Catholic HS at 4:00.
The boys lacrosse team has a scrimmage at Foothill HS. JV at 5:00, varsity at 7:00.
The jv boys golf team has a match against Dublin HS at Rossmoor GC at 3:30.
There is a charge at all NCS playoff events. General admission is $9, and students with student body cards, children and senior citizens are $6.
In Saturdays action…
NCS Wrestling Championships at Newark Memorial HS. Andrew Mesetz, Andrew Nakahara and Aaron Shaffer compete in the NCS Wrestling Championships at Newark Memorial HS.
The track & field team has a meet at Kimball HS in Tracy at 10:00.
The jv softball team hosts Pittsburg HS at 10:00.
The freshman baseball team plays at Livermore HS in a doubleheader at 11:00.
Feb 22 – Boys Basketball moves on to NCS Quarterfinals
In yesterdays action…
The boys basketball team defeated Piner HS 44-29 in the first round of the NCS playoffs to qualify for the quarterfinals at El Cerrito HS Friday at 7:00. James Griffin scored 13 points. Buster Souza scored 11 points, and had 11 rebounds and 6 blocked shots. Dexter Masland scored 3 points and had 10 rebounds.
In todays action…
The baseball team has a scrimmage against Granada HS at 3:30. Varsity is home and jv and freshmen are away.
The boys golf team has a match against Dougherty Valley HS at Rossmoor GC at 3:30.
NCS Basketball playoffs
The boys basketball team is the #5 seed in the NCS playoffs and will host #12 Piner HS Tuesday at 7:00.
The girls basketball team is the #4 seed in the NCS playoffs and will host Analy HS Friday at 7:00. (revised)
There is a charge at all NCS playoff events. General admission is $9, and students with student body cards, children and senior citizens are $6.
Feb 20 – Tuesday Sports
In Fridays action…
The boys basketball team defeated Dublin HS.
The girls basketball team was defeated by Dublin HS.
Individual standouts…
Boys basketball – Buster Souza scored 20 points. Kevin Huber scored 16 points, with 2 3-pointers. James Griffin scored 16 points, with 1 3-pointer.
Girls basketball – Sophie Taylor scored 10 points, with 2 3-pointers.
Wrestling – Andrew Mesetz and Andrew Nakahara placed 2nd, and Aaron Shaffer placed 3rd to qualify for the NCS Championships. Alan Zuniga placed 4th and is an alternate.
NCS Basketball playoffs…
The boys basketball team is the #5 seed in the NCS playoffs and will host #12 Piner HS Tuesday at 7:00.
The girls basketball team is the #4 seed in the NCS playoffs and will host Analy HS Friday at 7:00. (revised)
Feb 15 – Basketball Results, 1st round NCS Soccer
In yesterdays action…
The boys basketball team defeated Miramonte HS 63-54.
The girls basketball team was defeated by Miramonte HS.
In todays action…
The boys soccer team is the #1 seed and will host St. Mary’s HS at 7:00 in the first round of the North Coast Section playoffs. General admission is $9, and students with student body cards, children and senior citizens are $6.
Yesterdays individual standouts…
Boys basketball James Griffin scored 21 points and had 10 rebounds. Buster Souza scored 12 points and had 14 rebounds and 3 blocked shots.
Girls basketball Sophie Taylor scored 15 points.
R. Takahashi
Feb 8 – Basketball results
In yesterdays action…
The boys basketball team defeated Alhambra HS 74-47.
The girls basketball team defeated Alhambra HS 55-38.
In todays action…
The girls soccer team hosts Miramonte HS. They will have their Senior Night Presentation at 5:45 before the game at 6:15. The jv team will play at 4:15.
The boys soccer team plays at Miramonte HS. JV at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
Yesterdays individual standouts…
Boys basketball Kevin Huber scored 19 points, with 5 3-pointers. Buster Souza scored 17 points. James Griffin scored 10 points, with 2 3-pointers.
Girls basketball Sophie Taylor scored 17 points, and had 11 rebounds and 5 steals. Olivia Murphy scored 17 points, and had 9 rebounds and 3 steals. Molly Martin scored 8 points, and had 7 steals.
R. Takahashi
Feb 5 – Basketball Results
In Fridays action…
The boys basketball team pulled out a 62-60 victory over Dougherty Valley HS. The jv team won handly.
The girls basketball team was defeated by Dougherty Valley HS. The jv team also came up short.
Monday’s Sports…
The boys soccer team hosts Bishop O’Dowd HS. JV at 5:00 and varsity at 7:00.
Individual standouts…
Boys basketball Buster Souza scored 17 points. James Griffin scored 16 points, with 2 3-pointers. Kevin Huber scored 11 points, with 2 3-pointers.
Girls basketball Sophie Taylor scored 12 points, with 1 3-pointer.
R. Takahashi
Feb 1 – Basketball and Wrestling Results
In yesterdays action…
The boys basketball team fell to Campolindo HS in the final minutes of the game 75-72. The jv team also was defeated.
The girls basketball team was defeated by Campolindo HS. The JV team came roaring back only to lose a close game.
The wrestling team was defeated by Alhambra HS.
In todays action…
The soccer teams play Alhambra HS. The boys are home and the girls away. JV at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
Yesterdays individual standouts…
Boys Basketball Kevin Huber scored 20 points, with 6 3-pointers. Buster Souza scored 17 points, with a monster dunk. Noah Orlik scored 16 points, with 1 3-pointer.
Girls Basketball Sophie Taylor scored 16 points, with 1 3-pointer. Jamie Jacobs scored 11 points, with 3 3-pointers.
Wrestling Will Timken, Brian Lilienstein, Andrew Nakahara and Alan Zuniga won matches.
R. Takahashi
Jan 29 – Basketball and Soccer results
Jan 26 – Basketball and Soccer results
In yesterdays action…
The boys soccer team battled to a 1-1 tie with Campolindo HS to raise their DFAL record to 6-0-2, and their overall record to 10-1-5.
The girls soccer team engaged in a defensive battle with Campolindo HS ending in a 0-0 tie.
The boys basketball team narrowly fell to Dublin HS 57-54.
The girls basketball team played very well only to lose to Dublin HS on a buzzer-beater 53-51. JV Girls won 51-49.
In todays action…
The wrestling team has a meet at Miramonte HS at 6:00.
Yesterdays individual standouts…
Boys soccer Dan Glascock scored the lone goal assisted by Aidan Maguire. Kevin Park and Nick Blee were named “Men of the Match.”
Girls soccer Brooke Balfrey had 2 saves.
Boys basketball Noah Orlik scored 25 points, and had 5 rebounds, 3 assists and 4 steals. James Griffin scored 11 points, with 1 3-pointer. Buster Souza scored 10 points.
Girls basketball Sophie Taylor scored 17 points, with 2 3-pointers. Marie Paladino scored 14 points, with 3 3-pointers.
R. Takahashi
Jan 24 – Basketball and Girls Soccer Results
In yesterdays action…
The boys basketball team toppled Miramonte HS 56-54. The freshman team was defeated.
The girls basketball team was defeated by Miramonte HS. The jv team was victorious.
The girls soccer team was short-handed, but battled to a 0-0 tie with Concord HS. The jv team was also short-handed, but played well to end in a tie.
In todays action…
The freshman boys soccer team plays at College Park HS at 4:00.
Yesterdays individual standouts…
Boys basketball James Griffin scored 25 points, with 4 3-pointers, 5 rebounds and 2 assists. Buster Souza scored 10 points, with 10 rebounds and 3 blocked shots. Jon Coleman had 6 rebounds and 2 assists.
Girls basketball Taylor Odom scored 10 points.
Girls soccer Brooke Balfrey had 6 assists.
R. Takahashi
Jan 14 – Basketball and Soccer Results
In Fridays action…
The boys soccer team continues to roll through the DFAL with a 4-1 victory over Las Lomas HS raising their DFAL record to 6-0-1 and an overall record of 9-1-3.
The girls soccer team battled to a 2-2 tie with Las Lomas HS.
The boys basketball team played extremely well in an 82-52 dismantling of Alhambra HS.
The girls basketball team countered the hot start by Alhambra HS to defeat them 60-34.
Fridays individual standouts…
Boys soccer Nick Warren scored a goal and had an assist. Jacob Carroll, Austin Grassini, and Dan Glascock each scored a goal. Graham Lindgren and David Dadiomov each had an assist. Eric Rogstad had 2 saves.
Girls soccer Kaitlyn McGee scored a goal and had an assist. Annie Beliveau scored a goal. Brooke Balfrey had 7 saves.
Boys basketball Buster Souza scored 14 points. James Griffin scored 12 points. Kevin Huber scored 10 points, with 2 3 pointers. Ben Weintraub scored 9 points, with 3 3-pointers and 5 rebounds.
Girls basketball Sophie Taylor scored 20 points, with 2 3-pointers and 9 rebounds and 5 steals. Grace Francis had 7 rebounds.
R. Takahashi
Jan 11 – Basketball results
In yesterdays action…
The boys basketball team was edged out by Dougherty Valley HS 52-50. The jv team won.
The girls basketball team was defeated by Dougherty Valley HS. The jv team also suffered in defeat.
In todays action…
The soccer teams play Dublin HS. Girls are home and boys away. JV at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
Yesterdays individual standouts…
Boys basketball James Griffin scored 24 points, with 3 3-pointers and 10 rebounds. Buster Souza scored 15 points, and had 17 rebounds.
Girls basketball Sophie Taylor scored 17 points, with 1 3-pointer, 9 rebounds, 1 assist, 6 steals. Olivia Murphy 8 pts, 2 rebs, 3 ast, 2 stl. Molly Martin 8 pts, 3 rebs, 1 ast, 2 stls. Meredith Collett 9 pts, 1 reb, 1 ast
Jan 8 – Basketball and Soccer Results
In Fridays action…
It was a big night for the girls soccer team as they overwhelmed Miramonte HS 4-1.
The boys soccer team played in dominant fashion to notch a 2-0 win over Miramonte HS to raise their DFAL record to 4-0-1 and their overall record to 7-0-3.
The boys basketball team suffered a narrow defeat to Campolindo HS. The jv team also fell short.
The girls basketball team was defeated by Campolindo HS. The jv team was victorious.
In Saturdays action…
The boys soccer team was defeated by San Ramon Valley HS.
In todays action…
The girls soccer team plays at Berean Christian HS at 3:30.
The freshman boys soccer team hosts Berkeley HS at 6:00.
Individual standouts…
Girls soccer Kaitlyn McGee scored 2 goals. Katherine Tottle and Becca Bostwick each scored a goal and had an assist. Brooke Balfrey had 4 saves.
Boys soccer vs. Miramonte HS. Dan Glascock scored both goals. Austin deBack and Max Mirner each had an assist. Jackson Foote had 3 saves.
Boys soccer vs. San Ramon Valley HS. Dan Glascock and Austin deBack each scored a goal. Max Mirner had an assist. Eric Rogstad had 3 assists.
Boys basketball Kevin Huber scored 14 points, with 3 3-pointers. James Griffin scored 14 points, with 2 3-pointers. Noah Orlik scored 10 points, with 1 3-pointer. Buster Souza scored 8 points, and had 15 rebounds and 4 blocked shots.
Girls basketball Sophie Taylorscored 28 points, with 3 3-pointers, 10 rebs, 3 ast, 5 stls. Jamie Jacobs scored 11 points, with 3 3-pointers, 1 reb, 2 ast, 2 stl.
Jan 4 – Basketball Results
In yesterdays action…
The girls basketball team defeated Las Lomas HS 60-44 in the DFAL opener raising their overall record to 9-5.
The boys basketball team was defeated by Las Lomas HS 51-45.
In todays action…
The girls soccer team plays at Pinole Valley HS at 4:30.
Yesterdays individual standouts…
Girls basketball Sophie Taylor scored 22 points, and had 21 rebounds and 4 steals. Molly Martin scored 12 points, and had 6 rebounds.
Boys basketball James Griffin scored 13 points, with 3 3-pointers.
R. Takahashi
Winter Holiday Sports Results
Friday, December 16
The boys soccer team defeated Alhambra HS 2-1.
The girls soccer team was defeated by Alhambra HS 1-0.
The girls basketball team defeated Eureka HS in the final round of the Walnut Creek Holiday Classic.
Saturday, December 17
The boys basketball team overwhelmed Ygnacio Valley HS. The jv team had similar success.
Monday, December 19
The girls soccer team steam-rolled Antioch HS 4-0 in the Tri-Valley Invitational.
Tuesday, December 20
The boys basketball team held on to defeat Hercules HS. The jv and freshman teams were also victorious.
The girls soccer team exploded to a 5-1 victory over Pittsburg HS in the Tri-Valley Invitational.
Wednesday, December 21
The girls soccer team defeated Deer Valley HS 2-0 in the Tri-Valley Invitational.
Thursday, December 22
The boys basketball team poured it on in the second half to defeat Northgate HS.
The girls soccer team was edged out by Albany HS in the final round of the Tri-Valley Invitational.
Tuesday, December 27
The girls basketball team Corcoran HS in the West Coast Jamboree.
Wednesday, December 28
The boys basketball team defeated Santa Rosa HS in the Sonoma County Classic.
The girls basketball team defeated Venice HS in the West Coast Jamboree.
Thursday, December 29
The boys basketball team defeated Cardinal Newman HS in the Sonoma County Classic.
The girls basketball team defeated Cosumnes Oaks HS in the West Coast Jamboree.
Friday, December 30
The boys basketball team’s 4th quarter rally fell short in defeat to Mt. Eden HS in the championship game of the Sonoma County Classic.
The girls basketball team was defeated by Crater HS on a buzzer-beater at the West Coast Jamboree.
Monday, January 2
The boys soccer team notched a 7-1 victory over College Park HS to raise their record to 6-0-3.
R. Takahashi
Acalanes Blueprint Boys Athlete of the Month – Dec 2011
Kevin Huber – Boys Varsity Basketball Captain
Acalanes High School Sports over Winter Break
Yes, Acalanes athletics continues on through the winter break.
Saturday, December 17
The boys basketball team hosts Ygnacio Valley HS. JV at 5:30, varsity at 7:00.
The freshman boys soccer team plays at Bishop O’Dowd HS at 10:00.
Monday, December 19
The girls soccer team plays in the Tri-Valley Invitational at Mustang Soccer & Sycamore Valley.
The jv girls basketball team plays at Pinole Valley HS at 5:30.
Tuesday, December 20
The boys basketball team hosts Hercules HS. Freshmen at 4:00, jv at 5:30, varsity at 7:00.
The girls soccer team plays in the Tri-Valley Invitational at Mustang Soccer & Sycamore Valley.
Wednesday, December 21
The girls soccer team plays in the Tri-Valley Invitational at Mustang Soccer & Sycamore Valley.
Thursday, December 22
The boys basketball team plays at Northgate HS. Freshmen at 4:00, jv at 5:30, varsity at 7:00.
Friday, December 23
The girls basketball team hosts Sonoma Valley HS. JV at 3:30, varsity at 5:00.
Monday, December 26
The jv girls basketball
team plays in the Irvington Holiday Classic.
Tuesday, December 27
The boys basketball team plays in the Sonoma County Classic in Santa Rosa.
The jv boys basketball team plays in the Ferreboeff Memorial tournament at San Marin HS.
The girls basketball team plays in the West Coast Jamboree, in the platinum division at Liberty HS.
The jv girls basketball team plays in the Irvington Holiday Classic.
Wednesday, December 28
The boys basketball team plays in the Sonoma County Classic in Santa Rosa.
The jv boys basketball team plays in the Ferreboeff Memorial tournament at San Marin HS.
The girls basketball team plays in the West Coast Jamboree, in the platinum division at Liberty HS.
The jv girls basketball team plays in the Irvington Holiday Classic.
Thursday, December 29
The boys basketball team plays in the Sonoma County Classic in Santa Rosa.
The jv boys basketball team plays in the Ferreboeff Memorial tournament at San Marin HS.
The girls basketball team plays in the West Coast Jamboree, in the platinum division at Liberty HS.
Friday, December 30
The girls basketball team plays in the West Coast Jamboree, in the platinum division at Liberty HS.
R. Takahashi
Dec 16 – Acalanes Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Wrestling Results
In Thursday, December 15 action…
The boys basketball team defeated division 1 perennial power San Ramon Valley HS 52-40.
The girls basketball team defeated American HS 59-40.
The wrestling team was defeated by Dougherty Valley HS.
In Friday, December 16 action…
The soccer teams play Alhambra HS. Girls are home and boys away. JV at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
The girls basketball team plays at 5:00 in the Walnut Creek Holiday Classic at Northgate HS.
The freshman boys basketball team plays at Encinal HS at 4:00.
Thursday, December 15 individual standouts…
Boys basketball – James Griffin scored 13 points, with 14 rebounds and 1 3-pointer. Buster Souza scored 13 points, with 7 rebounds and 3 blocked shots.
Girls basketball – Sophie Taylor scored 38 points (WOW!), with 9 rebounds. Jamie Jacobs scored 6 points and had 6 rebounds.
Wrestling – Brian Lilienstein, Aaron Arman, Andrew Nakahara, Andrew Christian and Andrew Mesetz won their matches.
R. Takahashi
Dec 14 – Boys Basketball – Acalanes cruises
In yesterdays action…
The boys basketball team cruised to a 63-46 victory over St. Mary’s HS. The jv and freshman teams also won. James Griffin and Trevor Masland each scored 10 points, Stephen Wemple had 4 rebounds and 3 steals, and Wes Greason scored 7 points, and had 4 rebounds and 3 assists.
In todays action…
The soccer teams plays Dougherty Valley HS. Boys are home, and girls away. JV at 4:15, and varsity at 6:15.
The girls basketball team plays at 3:30 in the Walnut Creek Winter Classic at Northgate HS.
T. Takahashi
Dec 10 – Basketball and Soccer Results
Dec 9 – Acalanes Boys and Girls Basketball results
In Thursdays action…
The boys basketball team defeated James Logan HS 45-42 in the first round of the Chris Vontoure Memorial Classic.
The jv boys basketball team lost on a last second shot to College Park HS in the first round of the John Rhodes Memorial Tournament.
The jv girls basketball team was defeated in the first round of the Petaluma Tournament.
In Fridays action…
The soccer teams have a big showdown with Campolindo HS. The girls are home and the boys are away. JV at 4:15 and varsity at 6:15.
The boys basketball team plays at De La Salle HS at 8:00 in the semifinals of the Chris Vontoure Memorial Classic.
The jv boys basketball team hosts Miramonte HS at 5:00 in the second round of the John Rhodes Memorial Tournament.
The freshmen boys basketball team plays at Campolindo HS in the Ken Nelson Memorial Tournament.
The girls basketball team plays Northgate HS at 5:00 at Miramonte HS in the Mats Tip-Off Classic.
The jv girls basketball team plays at 3:30 in the second round of the Petaluma Tournament.
In Saturdays action…
The girls basketball team plays Clayton Valley HS at 2:30 at Miramonte HS in the Mats Tip-Off Classic.
The jv girls basketball team plays in the final round of the Petaluma Tournament.
The boys basketball team plays in the Chris Vontoure Memorial Classic at De La Salle HS.
The jv boys basketball team plays in the final round of the John Rhodes Memorial Tournament.
The freshmen boys basketball team plays in the final round of the Ken Nelson Memorial Tournament at Campolindo HS.
The varsity wrestling team competes in the Pittsburg Invitational.
The wrestling team competes in the Falcon frosh-soph & jv tournament at Foothill HS.
The freshman boys soccer team plays at Dublin HS at 2:00.
R. Takahashi
Dec 1 – Basketball Results
In Thursdays action…
The boys basketball team was edged out by El Cerrito HS 42-39.
The girls basketball team defeated Mt. Diablo HS 61-28 in the first round of the Lady Bulldog Invitational.
JV Girls beat El Cerrito 38-13.
In Fridays action…
The varsity girls basketball team plays in the Lady Bulldog Invitational at Alhambra HS.
The JV girls basketball team play at 615PM in the Oakland Tech tournament.
In Saturdays action…
The boys soccer team hosts Albany HS at 11:00 in the Acalanes Invitational.
The freshman boys soccer team hosts James Logan HS at 9:00.
The girls soccer team plays at College Park HS. Varsity at 12:00, jv at 2:00.
The varsity girls basketball team plays in the Lady Bulldog Invitational at Alhambra HS.
The jv girls basketball team plays in the Oakland Tech tournament.
The wrestling team competes in the De La Salle JV Duals.
Thursdays individual standouts…
Boys basketball James Griffin scored 12 points with 2 3-pointers, 9 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 steals. Kevin Huber scored 7 points with 1 3-pointer.
Girls basketball Sophie Taylor scored 24 points, with 3 3-pointers, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Grace Francis had 5 rebounds and 4 assists.
R. Takahashi
Nov 30 – Soccer and Basketball results
In yesterdays action…
The boys soccer team continues to roll with a 4-0 win over American HS in the Acalanes Invitational.
The boys basketball team turned a 29-25 halftime score into a 74-47 rout of San Rafael HS. The jv team also won convincingly, while the freshman team dropped their game.
The girls basketball team defeated Hercules HS 45-42. The JV team won 38-23.
Yesterdays individual standouts…
Boys soccer Austin deBack scored 2 goals and was named Man of the Match, Max Mirner scored 1 goal and had 2 assists, Bryan Berlier scored 1 goal, Aidan Maguire and Austen Grassini each had an assist.
Boys basketball Kevin Huber scored 20 points and Buster Souza 15, Trevor Masland had 8 rebounds, 6 assists, 4 steals, and 2 blocks, and Jonny Coleman had 4 rebounds and 4 steals.
Girls basketball Sophie Taylor scored 18 points.
R. Takahashi
Nov 27 – Thanksgiving Break Results
Winter Sports Calendars
Save a bunch of time typing each event into your appointment calendar. Just one click on any of the following links copies the entire season calendar to your Outlook calendar (or any other calendar that supports iCal)
Boys Basketball
Girls Basketball
Boys Soccer
Girls Soccer
Wrestling
If nothing appears to happen, check your download folder, and double click on the most recent filename ending in .ics
Nov 18 – Sports During Thanksgiving Break
Saturday, November 19
The cross country team competes in the NCS Meet of Champions at Hayward HS.
The boys basketball team hosts Castro Valley HS in a scrimmage. Freshmen at 10:00, jv at 11:30, varsity at 1:00.
The freshman boys soccer team hosts Deer Valley HS at 10:00.
Tuesday, November 22
The boys basketball team hosts Berean Christian HS in the NCS Foundation Game. Freshmen at 4:00, jv at 5:30, varsity at 7:00.
The girls basketball team plays at Berean Christian HS in the NCS Foundation Game at 6PM (time changed).
Wednesday, November 23
The basketball teams host the Alumni Games. Girls at 5:30, boys at 7:00.
Thursday, November 24
Happy Thanksgiving
Friday, November 25
The boys soccer team host the Alumni Game at 5:00.
The girls basketball team hosts Skyline HS in a scrimmage. JV at 11:00, Varsity at 1:00.
The jv boys soccer team team competes in the James Logan tournament.
The freshman boys soccer team competes in the Monte Vista tournament.
Saturday, November 26
The cross country team competes in the CIF Championships at Woodward Park in Fresno.
The boys basketball team plays in the Kickoff Classic at Piedmont HS.
The jv boys soccer team team competes in the James Logan tournament.
The freshman boys soccer team competes in the Monte Vista tournament.
R. Takahashi
ATHLETIC CLEARANCE FORM
Please click on the FORMS button ABOVE to fill out and submit athletic clearance forms through the Acalanes High School District website. The website will direct you through the entire process.
• You must print the Athletic Clearance Form.
• You must print one Online Registration Sports Summary Page for each sport of participation.
• Note: If this is the second or third sport, only the Online Registration Sports Summary Page must be submitted.
Basketball – February 1st
WHITE OUT AT THE BASKETBALL GAME – vs Campo!!
Varsity boys game is at 5:30, varsity girls game is at 7:00 – come support your Dons!
See you there!
R. Takahashi
Basketball – January 31st
For current High School basketball standings go to:
http://lamorinda.patch.com/articles/dfal-basketball-standings-jan-31?ncid=M255
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