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Alhambra: pitcher arousing professional interest
When Cameron Millar of the Alhambra took the mound this season, the stands were generally a little more crowded – except that they are not only fans.
The scouts are closed in their own section behind the marble, their radar pistols and their pliers with a pliers dissecting each of the Millar terrains.
In a championship match last week against Clayton Valley, more than a dozen scouts showed up to watch Millar take the mound.
“It was actually a kind of light,” said Alhambra coach Gabriel Sahagun. “We have had a lot more in the past.”
The 6 -foot Millar 2 inches and 195 pounds is comfortable with all the attention.
“I’m quite used to it now,” he said. “I don’t even notice it.”
The senior right -hander signed up at the University of Arizona last season. But as most high -level baseball prospects, Millar could also have an option to become a pro this summer and jump the school.
“I will finish in a good place,” said Millar. “Whether Arizona or spring training, you never know.”
Millar easily launched in the mid -90s and did not give up a deserved race in one of its nine departures this season.
He attributes a strong accent on his lower body to explain why he can launch so hard.
“It’s about training,” said Millar. “It is increasingly coarse on these legs.”
Against Clayton Valley – one of the best offenses in the East Bay – Millar dominated. He launched a complete laundering, withdrawing 10 and allowing only three strokes in a 1-0 victory.
– Nathan Canilao
Los Gatos announces a new women’s football coach
Los Gatos announced Lisa (Nanez) Mitchell on Wednesday as a new coach of his university football team. Mitchell graduated from the school in 1995 and a member of the Wildcats sports fame.
“Coach Mitchell brings a championship pedigree, an international experience and a deeply rooted link with the Los Gatos community,” said the director of Wildcatsathletic, Ken Perotti, in a statement.
After the end of his days of play in Los Gatos, Mitchell played Santa Clara as Broncos captain, leading them to three national NCAA semi-finals. Later, she joined the San Jose cyberlarists of Women’s United Soccer Association and was selected to represent Mexico during the 1999 FIFA World Cup and the 2004 Olympic Games.
“I am extremely honored to be appointed coach of Varsity chief girls,” Mitchell said in the statement. “As a proud lghs, I am delighted to go back to a program that has meant a lot for me throughout my life. This community has helped to shape who I am, and I am grateful for the opportunity to restore.
“I undertake to build a competitive, positive and united environment where each player can grow, prosper and wear the lessons he learns in all aspects of their lives. My goal is to help develop students-athletes who succeed both on and off the field. ”
Mitchell has been a physical education teacher at the Fisher Middle School since 2005 and was Fisher sports director for 12 years. His training experience includes a head coach experience with the Los Gatos United Soccer Club and various teams of local schools.
His approach emphasizes the holistic development of players – technically, tactically, physically and mentally – while prioritizing strong personal relationships and a team culture.
“With its deep links with the community, the elite playing history and the passion for the development of young people, Lisa Mitchell is particularly well placed to raise the Los Gatos women’s football program to new heights,” said Perrotti.
– Christian Babcock
Carondelet athletes make university commitments
The spring signature period has arrived for secondary athletes, and Carondelet is the last high school in the Bay region to officially send a certain number of competitors to the next level.
The cougars announced seven signatories on Wednesday, covering rugby and football.
Jadyn Ard (Cal), Gianna Gnusti (Oregon), Jordan Kixmiller (Fresno state), Mackenzi McLaughlin (Boisse State) and Elizabeth Rachwald (Navy) embodied the commitments to play rugby in their respective universities.
Kelsey Castillo (Chapman) and Renata Salerne (Golden West College) signed to play football.
“We are delighted to honor the exceptional achievements of our Carondelettes-Athletes students,” said Steve Stokes sports director in a statement. “These talented young women embody the fundamental values of our school, displaying the heart, faith, courage and excellence in their academic and athletic activities. Thanks to their dedication, their unwavering perseverance and their commitment, they cultivated the skills, the character and the state of mind that will serve them well that they are launching into the next exciting chapter of their collegial trips. ”
– Christian Babcock
Monte Vista: two -digit athletes choose colleges
In order not to be outdone, Monte Vista announced 18 signatories last week.
They understand the football players Sophia Carbone (Illinois State), Amanda Kayari (University of Chicago) and Avery Standish (UC Santa Barbara) as well as the runners Sofia Fernandez (Johns Hopkins Cross Country and Track), Arthur Powell (New Mexico Cross Country and Track).
The swimmers Jenna Partridge (Eastern Illinois) and Addison Vonderahe (Miami) also go to the upper level, joining the Crosse Players Morgan Lewis (Queens-Charlotte), Derek Hoffmann (Marist) and Carson Miks (Marquette). Hailey Frantz signed to play softball in Providence, and Abby Krause will join the volleyball team in Washington-St. Louis. Carly Walsh signed with the Michigan crew team.
A quartet of football players were also celebrated. Kellan Ford heads for Arizona, Julian McMahan is for Washington, Zach Struempf will attend San Diego and Brayden Turner heads for Fresno State.
– Christian Babcock
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