MVAL spring teams hit full stride this week
The Mission Valley Athletic League launches a busy week across baseball track swimming tennis and golf with daily events and a Washington Township Relays meet at 10 am Saturday at Washington High. Mission San Jose visits Pacific High for a 3 15 p m Monday game as John F Kennedy and Mission San Jose compete today.
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St Edward's Wins Fifth Straight In San Jose Youth League
St Edward's of Newark captured its fifth consecutive win in the Youth Valley League at San Jose, defeating St Mar sin's of San Jose last weekend on April 23. The Newark team edged its rivals with steady defense and sharp shooting to extend the streak.
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Castlemont Knights Ride Height Challenge to OAL Title
Castlemont High School in Oakland, led by coach Dave Shigematsu known as Mr S, defended their Oakland Athletic League crown amid concerns over height. With a 5-11 center and two 6-3 forwards, the Knights faced top rivals like Skyline Fremont McClymonds Oakland Tech. Tyree Foster, Castlemont's 6-5 center and top rebounder, blocked early tries in the decisive Oakland High clash, fueling their bid for a third straight title.
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Foster Leads Castlemont To Season Championship Comeback
Coach Shigematsu hails Ty Foster as primary scorer and rebounder who returned from a dislocated knee to bolster Castlemont. The Knights, despite seven losses, pivoted midseason with a high post and aided by Vernon May and Williams, eye a strong 1969–70 squad with several juniors and sophomores expected to push for varsity roles.
Kennedy taps Stuart Goosen as JFK volunteer swimming coach
Stuart Goosen, a two time Bellarmine prep standout, shifts from Navy behind the block to Kennedy High School as a volunteer assistant swimming coach. He eyed UC Berkeley, but a knee injury redirected his path to coaching with JFK Aquatics, praising the team’s young talent and potential.
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Fairmont Merchants win El Cerrito Class C tournament crown
Fairmont Merchants of El Cerrito captured the Class C title with a 47 to 37 victory over the Golden West Pancakes in the final of the two day event at El Cerrito High. Lee Attabit led Fairmont with 16 points as the champions ran through the SANCRA regionals.
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Renegade nine opens coast play at Ohlone College
Ohlone College baseball, coached by Jim Reynosa, starts Coast Conference play hosting Menlo College at Washington High Field with first pitch at 3 pm. They also schedule a Friday game against Monterey at WHS, part of a week with golf and tennis events and a track meet featuring Menlo, Hartel, and Ohlone.
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Local Prep Schedule Mixed with Golf and Track Events
A fragmented list presents a week of prep sports and activities including golf at Mission and Alameda courses, baseball and track meets with Irvington and Newark venues, swimming in San Ramon, tennis and other events. The garbled OCR mentions dates and times across Tuesday to Saturday, with multiple schools and locations, reflecting a busy regional prep calendar and a variety of athletic events without coherent results.
Kinsella Wins Sullivan Award as Outstanding Amateur
Indiana freshman swimmer John Kinsella received the Sullivan Award for 1970, cited for world records and American marks. He said the honor adds incentive to improve, aims for 1972 Olympics, and noted plans to stay in peak condition and compete in upcoming Big Ten meets. The trophy was presented by AAU president Jack Kelly Jr.
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Corsairs rally to rout Fremont Pipers in opener
Fremont Pied Pipers lose 13 3 as Hayward’s Blackman and Jim Spurlin lead with two hits and three RBIs. San Jose Semi-Pro opener features Steve Berry and Bob Brink allowing one hit each for the Corsairs.
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NAIA Showdown Looms In Kansas City NAIA Tourney Begins
Defending champion Kentucky State earned the top NAIA seed as the 28-2 Throbra ds open Monday night against St. Thomas Minnesota while Fairmont State, 21-0, tops the regular season poll. The eight first round games span Monday and Tuesday at Municipal Auditorium with later rounds midweek leading to finals.
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