Prep Sports Roundup: JSerra, Corona Santiago Excel in Regional Soccer Championships
When a soccer team goes undefeated throughout a season, it highlights their exceptional talent and unwavering determination. JSerra High School accomplished this impressive feat, capping off a 20-0-1 season by clinching the Southern California Division I regional championship with a commanding 4-0 victory over Loyola High School. Notably, Loyola’s only two defeats this season were against JSerra, both in the Southern Section Open Division final and the regional championship. They concluded their season with an outstanding 22-2-4 record.
Star Performances Propel JSerra to Victory
At the heart of JSerra’s triumph was Gavin Allegaert, whose MVP-worthy performance included a goal and three crucial assists. This match exemplified the cohesion and skill of the JSerra team, as they outplayed their opponents to secure the regional title.
Bishop Amat Claims Division II Title
In Division II, Bishop Amat emerged victorious with a 2-1 win over San Pasqual, thanks to a game-winning goal by Junior Moreno. This nail-biting match demonstrated the competitive spirit and resilience of both teams.
Harvard-Westlake Triumphs in Overtime Thriller
Overtime heroics were the theme for Harvard-Westlake as they claimed the Division III championship with a 3-2 victory over Bell High School. Micah Rossen was the standout player, scoring two goals, including the decisive golden goal in overtime.
Girls Soccer: Thrilling Penalty Shootout Seals Victory for Corona Santiago
The Division I regional title for girls’ soccer was decided in an exhilarating penalty shootout, with the Corona Santiago Sharks edging out Santa Margarita. Goalie Abigail Turley played a pivotal role during the penalty kicks, showcasing nerves of steel under pressure.
Baseball Highlights: Mater Dei’s Unbeaten Run Continues
- Mater Dei continued their unbeaten streak, defeating Bishop Gorman 13-5. Dylan Wetzel was the star, blasting two home runs and driving in six RBIs. Jack Reis contributed with three hits, while Brandon Thomas limited the opposition to one hit over five innings, striking out eight.
- Righetti secured a 5-0 victory against Bishop Alemany, with Riley Bassett delivering a stellar pitching performance.
- Hart triumphed over El Camino Real 7-2, aided by standout performances from Lincoln Daly, Ryder Frithsmith, Brady Werther, and Jaiden Chathle.
Softball Upset: El Modena Clinches Tournament Title
In softball, El Modena handed Norco its first defeat with a thrilling 5-4 victory, securing the championship at the Dave Kops Tournament in Arizona. Parker Mayes led the charge with a two-run home run, while Kaitlyn Galasso and Lucy Mitchell each contributed four hits.
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This story originally appeared in the Los Angeles Times.
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