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The Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League (SCCAL) has seen exhilarating sports action this week, with remarkable performances in golf, volleyball, and softball. The SLV High School golf team remains unbeaten, while Santa Cruz High’s volleyball team secures a thrilling win. In softball, SLV and Aptos High showcase strong performances. Coaching changes at Aptos and Harbor High signify a commitment to excellence. Don’t miss the upcoming Surf City Invitational and witness history as SLV’s golf team aims for its first SCCAL championship. The excitement of Santa Cruz high school athletics is in full swing!

Exciting Sports Highlights from Santa Cruz: Golf, Volleyball, and Softball Thrills!

Hey there, Santa Cruz sports fans! What a fantastic week it has been in the Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League (SCCAL). As the summer sun shines bright, our local high school teams have been making waves in golf, volleyball, and softball. Let’s dive into all the action!

Golf Matches: Nail-Biting Finishes!

First up, we have the golf matches that kept everyone on the edge of their seats. The San Lorenzo Valley (SLV) High School golf team is showing off some serious talent, defeating Aptos High with a heart-pounding score of 182-184. With this win, SLV remains unbeaten in the SCCAL, boasting a dazzling record of 6-0. Star of the day, James Dahlen, earned medalist honors with an impressive score of 32, marking his second medalist title just this week! Other vital contributions came from Luke Fontinell (35), Keenan Buntz (37), Garret Dahlen (38), and Locklin Bischofberger (40).

Aptos had their own stars shining bright, with Nick Bjorn leading the pack with a score of 33 followed closely by Ben Nowark (34), Leland Blankenship (36), and Will Bartch (37).

In another thrilling matchup, Santa Cruz High pulled off a solid win against Scotts Valley, managing to score 209 to Scotts Valley’s 226. Tobin McLendon and Cliff Chestnut shared medalist honors, each shooting 36. Meanwhile, Soquel High faced off against Harbor High, but unfortunately fell short with a score of 204-217, despite Kaden Dunton’s medalist performance with a score of 35.

Volleyball Matches: Intense Showdowns!

Over on the volleyball courts, the excitement was just as palpable. Santa Cruz High’s volleyball team went head-to-head against Harbor High, winning four out of five sets with scores of 25-17, 25-11, 23-25, 25-22. Julien Pally led the offense brilliantly with crucial blocks and some timely aces that energized the crowd!

SLV was on a roll as well, sweeping Scotts Valley in a dominant fashion with a winning score of 25-11, 25-14, 31-29. Junior setter Will Shanks played a pivotal role with three kills and seven assists, showcasing incredible teamwork.

Softball Matches: High Scoring Action!

Switching gears to the diamond, the SLV girls’ softball team crushed Harbor with a stunning score of 16-2 in just five innings. Bailey Filice was a standout, smashing three hits, contributing three RBIs, and scoring one run. Not to be outdone, Aptos High took down Soquel High with a score of 14-8, thanks to Emma Burgueno’s spectacular three hits and five RBIs.

Watsonville High made a thrilling comeback against Gonzales, defeating them 13-11, with Rudy Valdez shining brightly with four hits and several RBIs!

Coaching Changes: New Leadership for Enhanced Performance!

In coaching news, Cerah Moren has been appointed as the head coach for Aptos High’s track and field team. She previously served as an assistant coach, helping the boys’ and girls’ teams clinch SCCAL titles. Meanwhile, Harbor High is excited to welcome Sam Womack to lead the girls’ lacrosse program and Tim Boucher for boys’ golf, both aiming to elevate participation and performance.

Upcoming Events: Don’t Miss Out!

Mark your calendars! The Surf City Invitational is just around the corner, organized by Soquel, Harbor, and Aptos, starting Friday at 5 p.m. and continuing Saturday from 8 a.m. onwards. A tribute to the late notable official Mark Brewer will be honored during the tournament’s bracket play.

Historical Note: Champions on the Horizon!

SLV High’s boys’ golf team may be on the brink of making history—they’ve now improved their record to an impressive 8-0, showing strong performances, particularly from stars like James Dahlen and Keenan Buntz. Could this be the year they secure their first SCCAL championship?

As we gear up for more thrilling contests, stay tuned, sports lovers! The heart of Santa Cruz high school athletics is beating strong, and we can’t wait to see what happens next!

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