San Joaquin
San Joaquin, CA · Sports
MaxPreps
fscollegian.com
Paddle up: Pickleball finds a home at Fresno State
Pickleball was invented in 1965, but the sport has surged in popularity in recent years — and Fresno State students don’t have to leave campus to get in on the action. The Fresno State Pickleball Club meets at 6 p.m. every Wednesday night for Pickleball After Dark at the Fresno State tennis courts, also known as the Spalding G. Wathen tennis courts. This gives students and community members a chance to play regardless of their experience level. The courts are located on campus right behind the dorms.
The Fresno Bee
Former El Diamante standout helping Fresno City College women's soccer in a big way
Kai Bawanan is a freshman wing soccer player at Fresno City College. She has five goals, helping the Rams to a 14-1-2 overall record and 10-0-2 in the Central Valley Conference. Bawanan enrolled at Fresno City after playing at El Diamante last season. She is the twin sister of Brooklyn, who runs track at Fresno State. The Bee caught up with Bawanan to get her thoughts on the season and more in this latest edition of Q&A. Question: You’re a freshman on a team that’s having an outstanding season. How would you describe your role on this team, and how has it evolved since the start of the season? Kai Bawanan: I believe my role on this team is to spread positivity and contribute to pressing up top. My role has definitely evolved from the start of the season. Over the summer, I trained as a defender; when the season started, I played wing, and now I play striker. Q: How do you measure your own success when the team’s success goals beyond your individual statistics? KW : I balance my own personal success with the team’s success because, at the end of the day, my goal is to do
Porterville Recorder
bvmsports.com
Fresno State Volleyball Falls to Colorado State in Three Sets
Fresno State fell to Colorado State in three sets Thursday, despite opening the match with an early lead and improving its hitting percentage in each set. Kiley Devery led the Bulldogs with 12 kills. Fresno State now stands at 7-13 overall and 2-7 in Pac-12 play. Set scores: 20-25, 15-25,...
Visalia Times-Delta | Tulare Advance Register
Yavasile football family legacy continues in Cowhide rivalry game
As a coach and spectator, the late John Yavasile attended every Cowhide high school football rivalry game between Mt. Whitney and Redwood since 1975. This year will be the first time John will not be in attendance. He died tragically in August after falling on his property in Visalia. However, for the first time in nearly three decades, a Yavasile will be taking the field as a player. Luke Yavasile — John's grandson. John was Redwood's head football coach from 1989 until his retirement after the 2010 season. His two sons, Jacob and Dustin, both played for dad. During his senior season, Jacob, a three-year varsity player, led the Rangers to the Central Section Yosemite Division championship in 1996. Dustin, who graduated in 2001, played in two Cowhide games. As a head coach, John went a remarkable 19-3 in the Cowhide. Jacob was undefeated in the rivalry game, going 3-0. Dustin was 1-1. Now, it's Luke's turn. "It feels pretty good," Luke said. "It feels good to continue my family, my dad and my grandpa's legacy. It's a pretty good feeling. It's going to feel like a dream come true." Finding a new home John met his future wife, Missy
nbc16.com
Oregon State defense not overlooking Fresno State
CORVALLIS, Or -- As Oregon State football returns to action, the Beavers defense is preparing to take on a Fresno State team that ranks fifth among the Pac-12 in total offense, averaging 351.1 yards per game. While the Bulldogs offense might not have the numbers, Oregon State defensive back Sailasa...
redwoodgigantea.com
The Great Cowhide: Redwood vs. Mt.Whitney
On Friday, October 30th, the Rangers will take on the school down the street in the 71st annual Cowhide, looking to keep the Hide home. Three players share their thoughts and preparation heading into this game. The Rangers have won the past two Cowhides; they look to add on another.
Merced Sun-Star
UC Merced freshman soccer player earns big honor. What she did to get it
Zamaya Rivera is a freshman on the UC Merced women’s soccer team, but she’s already making a big impact for the Bobcats. Rivera scored three goals last week, and the performance earned her recognition as the FloCollege/CCAA Offensive Player of the Week. Rivera is the first UC Merced freshman since 2019 to win a weekly award. Rivera, a 5-foot-5-inch midfielder out of Hollister, scored twice in a 3-0 win over visiting Menlo College on Thursday. She then scored again in the Bobcats’ 2-0 win over visiting CSU San Marcos on Saturday. She now has five goals on the season. UC Merced is 9-2-5 overall and 6-2-4 in the California Collegiate Athletic Association. The Bobcats wrap up regular season play on Thursday with a game at home against San Francisco State. The CCAA Tournament begins with the quarterfinals on Sunday.
redwoodgigantea.com
The Hide, The Pride, The Fight: Redwood vs. Whitney for the Cowhide
In the regular season finale, the Redwood Rangers and Mt. Whitney Pioneers battle it out for the historic Cowhide. We have made it to the end of the road; the regular season comes to an end, and the playoffs are just around the corner. Before we get to that, the...
Porterville Recorder
106th edition of The Battle For The Bell
The Lindsay High football team has the chance to do something it hasn't done in a long time in the 106th edition of the Battle for the Bell game with Strathmore High: Win back-to-back games in the rivalry. The Cardinals will have that chance when they host the Spartans at...
redwoodgigantea.com
How does Alex the Sports Trainer prepare for Cowhide?
Alex Ramos, Redwood’s beloved sports Trainer, discusses how he prepares for Cowhide and just what goes into being a high school sports trainer. Picture this: it’s a hot, sunny afternoon on the Redwood baseball field, plays are being made, and runs are being scored. But all of a sudden you hear a loud “oooooh” in the crowd as a player goes down. The pop of a dislocated elbow rings through the crowd. The team surrounds the injured player; the umpire calls a timeout, and the game comes to a halt. Who is there to help the player? Who is there to save the day? None other than Redwood’s athletic trainer, Alex Ramos.
Visalia Times-Delta | Tulare Advance Register
Rivalry matchups highlight top games to watch in Week 11, predictions
It's the final week of the Tulare County high school football regular season. That means it's rivalry week. Here are the top Tulare County games to watch in Week 11 (all games are on Friday, Oct. 30, unless noted), plus the Visalia Times-Delta's predictions. Tulare Western (8-1, 3-1) at Tulare Union (4-5, 2-2), 6:30 p.m., Bob Mathias Stadium A Tulare Western win clinches an outright East Yosemite League title for the Mustangs. Tulare Western last captured a league championship during the 2019 season. Tulare Union can force a five-way tie for the EYL crown with a victory against their rival Mustangs. If that happens, Tulare Union, Tulare Western, Central Valley Christian, Hanford and Redwood would all finish with a 3-2 record in EYL play. Recent history favors the Tribe, too. Tulare Union has won six straight Bell Games. Tulare Western's last Bell Game victory came in 2019. Tulare Union's Demaje Riley (39 catches, 727 receiving yards, five receiving touchdowns) and Tulare Western receiver Amarion Taylor (76 catches, 1,507 receiving yards, 23 receiving touchdowns) are two of the Central Section's premier wideouts. This year's game is the 62nd meeting between the two schools. Times-Delta prediction: Tulare Western 34, Tulare Union 27
Porterville Recorder
redwoodgigantea.com
ASB Getting Prepared For the Biggest Rival Of the Football Season: Cowhide
ASB preparation for the 26-27 Cowhide and how they stay busy during Cowhide Week. The ASB team at Redwood High School prepares for the biggest football game of the season against the Maroon School across the street. Pete Siqueiros is the ASB teacher at Redwood High School. He manages most...
FloSports
2026 Trophy Cup Entry List And Format At Tulare Thunderbowl
World of Outlaws standouts Carson and Cole Macedo join High Limit regulars Daison Pursley, Justin Peck Tanner Holmes and Tanner Thorson among the headliners entered for the 32nd annual Trophy Cup at Tulare Thunderbowl Raceway. They’ll face a stout West Coast contingent led by three-time Trophy Cup champions Shane Golobic and Tim Kaeding, former event winner Bud Kaeding, Justin Sanders and D.J. Netto, among others. Holmes also enters Tulare as the highest-ranked registered driver in the inaugural Three Cup Challenge, which awards $26,000 to the high-point driver across Super Dirt Cup, Gold Cup and Trophy Cup. Holmes sits fourth with 170 points behind Brent Marks (194), Rico Abreu (192) and James McFadden (180), none of whom appear on the pre-entry list, as of Oct. 25. Netto follows with 158 points, while Chance Grasty and Sanders are tied at 156, ahead of Peck (136), Thorson (134) and Max Mittry (130). More than $318,000 is on the line across the three-night event, with Thursday and Friday’s preliminary features each paying $7,500 to win and $1,000 to start. Saturday’s finale pays $10,000 to win and $1,000 to start, while the overall Trophy Cup points champion earns $30,000. An additional $26,000 goes to the
speedsport.com
It’s Peck On Night One Of Trophy Cup 32
TULARE, Calif. — Justin Peck stood in victory lane as the 410 winged sprint cars returned to Thunderbowl Raceway for the opening night of Trophy Cup 32. Driving the Rudeen Racing No. 26, Peck started fourth and steadily worked his way forward to win the 30-lap event ahead of Jace Park.
redwoodgigantea.com
One Last Routine: Senior Varsity Cheerleaders
Cowhide is special for everyone in many different ways. A chance to show school pride, an opportunity for possible recruiting, or simply a night to hang out with friends in costumes and food. Such an amazing night must always come to an end, and it is that time for our seniors. Five Senior Varsity Cheerleaders explain what it is like for them to uphold such a game.
The Fresno Bee
What TV channel will the Fresno State-Oregon State college football game be on?
The Fresno State and Oregon State college football game will take place at 8 p.m. Saturday from Valley Children’s Stadium. Nate Gatter (play-by-play), Ryan Leaf (analyst) and Lauren Green (sideline) will call the game for USA Sports. The Bulldogs (4-3, 1-2 Pac-12) will look to snap a two-game losing streak after the latest loss to San Diego State 26-23 on Oct. 17. Oregon State comes into the matchup tied for first place in the Pac-12 at 3-0, with a 5-2 overall record. Both teams met last season in Corvallis, Ore., where the Bulldogs won 36-27. Here are the USA Sports TV listings in the Fresno area: Comcast : 26 AT&T U-Verse: 124 DirecTV: 242 Dish Network: 105
redwoodgigantea.com
Redwood Flag Football Shuts Out Madera 36-0 In Historic Playoff Game
On Tuesday, October 27th, the 1st-seeded Ranger flag football team defeated the 16th-seeded Madera in a dominant 36-0 shutout victory, marking Ranger flag football’s first-ever playoff game. Redwood came into this playoff game as the first-place team in the Central Section with almost a perfect regular season, going 17-1,...