Acalanes came up just short in a thrilling, back-and-forth rematch at Las Lomas on Thursday night, falling 3–2 in a match that featured five first-half goals. The Dons struck immediately, taking a 1–0 lead in the 2nd minute when Zachary Birrell finished a chance set up by Luke Wilson. Las Lomas answered three minutes later to tie the match 1–1, but Acalanes responded right back as Omri Noiman converted a…
Under the lights at Las Lomas on Thursday night, the Acalanes JV boys soccer team displayed incredible resilience to avenge an earlier season loss. The match began with a sense of urgency from the Knights, who capitalized on a chaotic scramble in front of the Acalanes net to score just ten minutes in. Trailing 1-0 and dealing with a roster…
The Acalanes JV soccer team traveled to Concord on Tuesday for a gritty match against Mt. Diablo Red Devils. It was a physical affair from the opening whistle, defined by aggressive slide tackles and contested headers as both sides fought for a tactical edge. The Dons struck first: Coen sent a perfectly placed cross to Nikolai, who buried the shot…
On Thursday night the Dons took on the Knights at home and emerged victorious! The match started as the Acalanes vs Las Lomas matches always do – physical, aggressive, fast, and significant hussle from both teams. There was a lot of back-and-forth play, but the defensive line of Tatum Keely, Edie Berzansky, Avery DeMent, and Tori Hiatt would have to…
It was first-place Clayton on Friday night,With the Dons in second, ready to fight.But the opening spree,Went 28–0, you see—Proved the race for the top wasn’t tight. We were shorthanded, that much is clear,Missing Cam and Preston, oh dear.But Clayton came fast,And the die was soon cast—The beating was frankly severe. They’re ranked twenty-sixth in the state,And gave a beating…
Acalanes battled Mt. Diablo to a 3–3 tie on Tuesday night, with the Red Devils scoring on the final play of the match to dampen what had been a strong Dons performance. Acalanes created early chances through Luke Wilson, Zachary Birrell, and Charlie Phillips, and broke through in the 22nd minute when Omri Noiman converted a penalty kick to put the Dons ahead. Just five minutes later,…
The Dons (11-0) traveled to Union City on a chilly Tuesday night for a matchup with James Logan High School. And the news must be out that this undefeated frosh crew is one to be reckoned with... Match after match, opponents have been coming out with a heightened intensity to avoid an early deficit and this match was no different. Spoiler alert:…
Senior Night is always about more than basketball. Yes, the scoreboard matters. The season matters. The standings matter. But nights like Friday are really about something deeper: recognition, gratitude, and the rare privilege of watching a group of young athletes become something larger than a roster. The Lady Dons did all of that, and then some. In a gym filled…
What a fun and electric night for the ACA wrestling program as we loaded up the caravan with the entire team (30+ wrestlers) and rolled uphill to Camplindo. A friendly crosstown rivalry, familiar faces, familiar mats, and the quiet confidence that comes from strength in numbers. The whistle blew. The circle tightened. And match by match, Acalanes answered. Big wins…
Acalanes delivered a gritty, high-energy road performance Monday afternoon, battling through a physical game and executing late to earn a 48–42 win over Campolindo in a tightly contested rivalry matchup. Acalanes set the tone early, jumping out to a 16–9 lead in the opening quarter behind aggressive defense and strong rebounding. Campolindo responded to keep the game tight heading into…