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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…
Read MoreBeyond 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…
Read MoreElliotte 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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