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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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KIPP King Cross Country closes out the 2025 Championship Sweep!

KIPP King Collegiate is celebrating a massive athletic achievement to close out this Fall season. Their cross country program has achieved a phenomenal “clean sweep” at the championships, with both the Boys Varsity and Girls Varsity taking home the title. This outstanding dual victory is a powerful testament to the relentless hard work, determination, and…

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