This was the third meeting or rubber match between the two teams with Northgate prevailing by 14 in the Dougherty Valley Holiday Tournament and the Dons winning by 1 at home earlier this month. This was the first time both teams played with their full rosters and the two Northgate players I thought got promoted to JV last time were…
Acalanes had a slow start against Miramonte in the first quarter, but turned things around with defensive intensity and hustle in an exciting game they ultimately lost 58-53. The Mats took a 21-7 lead after the first quarter on some pinpoint deep shooting. But the Don’s took things up a notch in the second, cutting the deficit to 25-18 behind…
Acalanes Baseball tryouts will start on February 7. All three teams are gearing up for DONtastic season. All players are welcome and encouraged to come out for Freshman, JV or Varsity. PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION WITH ANY POTENTIAL ACALANES BASEBALL PLAYERS! If you have any questions about tryouts or Acalanes Baseball, contact Varsity Coach Connor Hornsby at: connor.hornsby07@gmail.com
Girls Varsity Soccer hosted Benicia on a very chilly Thursday night, but the Dons were bringing the heat throughout the chippy, physical match with the Panthers. The Dons shot early and often, but they didn’t get on the scoreboard until senior Lauren Yee finished after a great dribble and pass inside the box from fellow senior Natalie Means with 19…
The Lady Dons beat Miramonte Wednesday night 68 to 48 to improve to 15 and 2 on the season and 4 and 0 in league. It was the 13th straight win for the girls who improved to 4 and 0 in league. After a slow first few minutes, the Dons assumed control with aggressive full court pressure which completely overwhelmed…
The JV Lady Dons were firing on all cylinders in a rematch with the Miramonte Matadors. The defense was relentless and tenacious forcing turnover after turnover. Each and every Don gave 100% effort and it paid off. The Dons led 19-10 at half-time and the final score was 39-20. Freshman Erica “RiRi” McBroom led the scoring effort with 12 points…
Miramonte, in what would be a pattern in the game, quickly scored eight unanswered off a couple three’s and a midrange jumper to take a 10-2 lead. Drew McKenzie added a couple buckets in the post and Sam Bishop had back to back threes as the Dons stayed close and were only down 16-12 headed into the second. The Matadors…
Wednesday the Dons faced off against Miramonte on the road, dropping this contest. Miramonte’s lineup, starting 4 seniors, proved disciplined on defense and efficient on offense but the Dons fought hard on an overall tough night. Theo Stoll led the Dons with 15, Jake Davis added 8 and Jack Bayless slashed his way to 9. Next, the Dons face a…
Home Games Tonight for Lady Dons Soccer. JV at 5pm and Varsity at 7pm These ladies mean business. It is exciting to watch them play!
The Acalanes athletic community would like to salute Coach Paul Curtis after recently winning his 300th game with the Dons’ boys soccer program. Acalanes is fortunate to have been led by Coach Curtis since 1999. Over that time, Coach Curtis has led the Dons to eight DFAL titles and two NCS titles! More importantly, he has been an inspiration to…
