The evening started out in celebratory fashion for Senior Night with an opportunity for an injured senior Zach Murdin to get one final touch on the ball after the initial whistle blew. When Murdin was quickly and safely subbed out ,it was GAME ON!!! The Don’s came out very aggressive against a strong Las Lomas team. Play went back and…
A handball at the 23 minute mark in the first half, a booming free kick by Tatum Zuber bouncing off the fingertips of a Las Lomas goalie, and a charging Jacque Peacock sweeping in to kiss the ball into the net spelled impending doom for the Knights of Las Lomas. A relentless battle ensued in the second half with Alex…
It was a close match Thursday night home game as Acalanes Frosh play against Clayton Valley High In the first period, the boys did great with defense and in and out passing allowed Arman Craig open to score. Also Lorenzo Cangini made a clutch move at the very end to draw the foul and end the period 15 to 15.…
The JV Dons faced off against the Clayton Valley Charter Ugly Eagles (17-6 overall, 7-2 in league) Thursday night in beautiful Lafayette. The earlier matchup was an overtime thriller that the Eagles prevailed in 54-52 so this was an anxiously awaited rematch. The Dons rolled out a starting lineup of the Freshman trio of Preston Hilsabeck, Gavin Dodge, and Josh…
On an evening full of celebration the Dons hosted Clayton Valley for Senior Night honoring eight graduating seniors. The game wasn’t about the outcome but rather about the journey these fine young men have taken through their time as Acalanes Dons on and off the court. It was a night to also honor a caring and dedicated coaching staff and…
After a 1-0 win earlier in the month, the Dons completed the sweep and defeated the Cougars 3-0 on Tuesday night at Campolindo. On a cold night in Moraga, Acalanes started the game fast and aggressive, attacking the Cougars defense early in the first half. Just two minutes into the game Dani Green intercepted a goal kick and the ball…
Dons did not disappoint on Tuesday night with a decisive win over Campolindo 2-0. Both of Acalanes scores came during the first half of the game with an assist by Jonny Roth, who placed the ball in front of the goal on the head of his brother Eli Roth who finished it off. They found the net again with a…
Riding a 4 game winning streak, the Dons entered their game with Campolindo tied with their rival atop the league table. Unfortunately, Acalanes let a 2-0 late lead slip and would settle for a 2-2 draw. Senior Jacque Peacock started off the scoring for the Dons 18 minutes into the first half, driving down the right side and sending a…
Acalanes played host to Lamorinda rival Miramonte on Saturday afternoon and handled the Mats with a 3-0 victory. The Dons controlled the entire contest with play on the Miramonte side of the field for almost all of the game. The Dons were on the attack throughout the first half with strong shots from Lily Polkinhorn, Zoya Acuna and Mollie Schofield.…
DONS brought the heat to College Park on Saturday. Stand out efforts from Simon Appel & Tyler Hunt. Eli Roth got a hat trick with assists from Jonny Roth, Lucian Krage-Zillas, & Ben Pecci. Keeper, Dylan Olson, got a clean sheet with final score 3-0 Dons! Man of the Match goes to Eli Roth. Come cheer your Dons Tuesday 7pm…