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Jamen Donaldson, Athletic Director at ARISE, is this year’s recipient of the Norm MacKenzie Award!

We are pleased to announce that ARISE Athletic Director Jamen Donaldson has been selected as this year’s recipient of the Norm MacKenzie Award via the California State Athletic Directors Association (CSADA). This award recognizes one “rookie” athletic director from each CIF section who demonstrates outstanding leadership. Jamen will receive his award and be recognized at the upcoming…

The AIMS Boys Basketball End the Season as the Division A Champions.

In a championship match that lived up to every ounce of the hype, AIMS College Prep narrowly escaped with a 57-56 victory over LPS Hayward. The energy inside the gym was electric from the start. LPS Hayward set a blistering pace in the first quarter. Their physical presence and speed of play clearly caught AIMS…

LPS Hayward Girls Basketball close out the 25-26 season as champions of Division A!

The LPS Hayward Girls Basketball team closed out the season as the BACSAC Division A Champions. The Royals came out strong, dominating the first half of the game. The LPS Richmond Pumas had a resurgence in the second half, but Hayward continued to remain consistent through the end. LPS Hayward beat the LPS Richmond team…

The Latitude Lynx take the Division B Girls Basketball Championship.

Latitude secured the Division B Girls Championship with a hard-fought 30-20 victory over a resilient ARISE. Lissette Gutierrez was named the MVP of the championship match. The Division B Championship game took place at Ira Jenkins Community Center on Friday, February 6, 2026. View more photos here.

CIF Spirit Award Spring Season OPEN NOW (Due Feb 27)

This award seeks to recognize one male and one female student-athlete, during each season of sport (Fall/Winter/Spring), who display good sportsmanship and school leadership, regardless of athletic ability. The CIF wants to acknowledge student-athletes who are positive role models within our schools and the community at-large. Integrity, fairness, character, and respect are inherent principles of…

Application for CIF State Scholar-Athlete of the Year 2025-2026 OPEN (Due March 2)

The 2025-2026 CIF State Scholar-Athlete of the Year Award recognizes college-bound high school seniors whose academic and athletic careers have been truly exemplary and whose personal standards (i.e., integrity, honesty, etc.) and accomplishments are a positive model for others. Two State winners (1 male and 1 female) will each receive a $10,000 scholarship. Additionally, 20…

Pace and Persistence: Fabrizio Guzman’s Journey from a Daily Mile to State Finals

Fabrizio’s journey has proven that running can be for anyone willing to show up, stay patient, and commit. After starting a daily mile in 7th grade to improve his health and fitness, Fabrizio Guzman (AIMS College Prep, Class of 2027) reflects on how he joined the cross-country team at his parents’ encouragement. That simple decision—to just start running—became…

Beyond the Court: Reflections From KIPP King After a Historic Season

After a historic season, the KIPP King Lions went on to represent the Oakland Section in the CIF State Division V Girls Volleyball Championship Playoffs. Captains Lucy Chen and Carrie Kuang, along with Coach Alana Chung, share insights and reflections on their season. Can you describe the journey of your season leading up to the…

Elliotte Shin’s Breakthrough First-Year Season

The transition from middle school to high school is often a period of discovery, but for Impact Academy first year student Elliotte Shin, it was a year of transformation. In her first season of cross country during the Fall of 2025, Shin didn’t just participate—she excelled, culminating in a historic trip to the CIF State Cross Country Championships at Woodward Park. After aging…

CIF Spirit Award Winter Season OPEN NOW (Due Jan 16)

Submissions for the CIF Spirit of Sport Award Winter Season are now open. This award seeks to recognize one male and one female student-athlete, during each traditional season of sport (Fall/Winter/Spring), who display good sportsmanship and school leadership, regardless of athletic ability. The CIF wants to acknowledge student-athletes who are positive role models within our…