The fans were in full force for this JV head to head where the Dons looked to up their record of pre-season DUBS before getting ready for the show. And they didn’t disappoint! Game 1.Dominating offense was the theme of this pre-season match against the Archie Williams Falcons, setting the stage for what is sure to be a dominating Dons…
The Dons JV Football Team begins the 2023 season with a road trip to San Marin High School to take on the Mustangs on their home turf. After the captains exchange handshakes at midfield, the Dons win the coin toss and defer the ball to the second half. A good kickoff by #9, Santi Vignoles, opens the season for the…
The Dons headed across the Bay last Thursday to take on the Tamalpais High School Hawks. Sophomore Ella Del Rosario won the sprint giving the Dons possession and it didn’t take long for them to get on the scoreboard. The momentum continued and their strong teamwork was evident throughout the game with numerous assists and steals. Sophomores Ella Del Rosario…
The Frosh Volleyball team had a great showing in their first official week as high school athletes. The first game they showed their skill against Archie Williams winning handily in 2 sets. Even more impressive is their team togetherness at such an early juncture, and their amazing competitive spirit. Check them out in their team intro video, where they Bring…
Friday August 25 started with a thorough email break down of our opponent by Dr. Michael Michlitsch. We learned about the history of San Marin High School, the recent success of their football team (D5 NCS Champs in 2021 and 2022), as well as their award winning Robotics team and the world’s youngest high school and college graduate. After enjoying…
Most historians believe that tennis originated in France in the 12th century. The French called the game ‘Tenez’, which can be translated as ‘hold!’, ‘receive!’ or ‘take!’, a call from the server indicating that he or she is about to serve. The ball was struck with the palm of the hand, and later with a glove. The game came to…
The Girls participated in their first scrimmage Jamboree with DAL. Acalanes went undefeated, not letting anyone score against them. The team played well for just starting practice 10 days ago. They were the smallest team on the field with only 11 girls. These 11 girls played their hearts out and showed a lot of promise. They should only get better…
If we didn’t know any better, one would think this team had been playing together for years! From start to finish the freshman Dons had a synergy that San Marin Mustang’s simply could not stop!! This freshman team of 67 players has a list of playmakers, both offensive and defensive, a mile long… On the first drive of the game,…
The Dons Varsity and JV boys water polo teams are bringing heart and fight into the 2023 season. The team is honored to be led by Head Coach Nick Jordan, along with Jake Norton, and welcomes new JV coach Alon Yoeli. The Varsity team experienced a narrow loss in its first scrimmage of the season against Clayton Valley, with a…
Varsity Retreat 2023 The Girls Varsity Water Polo team ended last season with a 23-8 record and #3 ranking in CIF. Although 7 seniors graduated, the 2023 team has reason for optimism as it brings a strong core of returning players and talented new players under the leadership of head coach Misha Bushel and assistants Patrick & Casey Reid, Chris…