The Bishop Diego High boys volleyball team was edged out in three straight sets in a road match against Malibu.Tuesday's Tri-Valley League game ended with scores of 25-20, 25-20 and 26-24."We were right there with them in every game," Cardinals assistant coach Blake Dorfman said.Despite the loss, the Cardinals received several quality performances. Michael Winnewisser had an excellent hitting night, recording nine kills on thirteen attempts. Ryan Inglehart added six more kills.On … [Read more...]
Cardinals come up short against Villanova
Tuesday, April 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The Bishop Diego High boys tennis team was unable to keep pace with host Villanova and lost Tuesday's Tri-Valley League 15-3.For the Cardinals, the doubles team of Andre Kohansamad and Johnny Ford had an excellent afternoon. The pair went 2-3 and narrowly lost a game 6-4 to Villanova's top doubles team.The loss dropped the team to 0-6 overall and 0-5 in league play.Bishop Diego will play next on Thursday at home against Malibu. … [Read more...]
Maldonado gets third straight shutout
Tuesday, April 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Carpinteria's Catalina Maldonado did not allow a run on Tuesday against Bishop Diego and recorded her third shutout in as many games while the Warriors went on to win 6-0."Our focus was solid again today for the third game in a row," Warriors ccoach Henry Gonzalez said. "We're playing pretty good ball right now."Maldonado finished the Frontier League matchup with five strikeouts and no walks while giving up just three hits in seven innings.For the Cardinals, Madison Ballard kept the … [Read more...]
Dons’ tennis rivalry with CdM is one for the ages
Monday, April 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
His players may be too young to know it, but Santa Barbara High boys tennis coach Greg Tebbe says the Dons’ court rivalry with Corona del Mar is like the L.A. Lakers against the Boston Celtics in the NBA.“Corona del Mar and Santa Barbara are two of the most successful high school programs in southern California in the last 30 years, I’d say,” Tebbe said at Monday’s Santa Barbara Athletic Round Table press luncheon at Harry’s Plaza Cafe.The Dons, ranked fifth in CIF Division … [Read more...]
Poindexter, Drain run wild at Russell Cup
Saturday, April 14, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Bishop Diego's Nicole Poindexter and Carpinteria's Kelsey Drain posted impressive scores in multiple events at the historic 2012 Russell Cup.Carpinteria hosted the Russell Cup for the 93rd consecutive year, making it the oldest track and field tournament in California. Maranatha won the boys competition with 88 points while Paraclete took the girls meet with 63 points. CLICK HERE FOR INDIVIDUAL RESULTS AND TEAM RESULTS Adam Ruggiero of Desert Christian was awarded Outstanding Male Athlete … [Read more...]
These athletes have a lot in common
Monday, April 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
This week's Santa Barbara Athletic Round Table Athletes of the Week have a lot in common.Not only did both freshmen set records in track & field events last week, but Westmont's Elysia Hodges and Santa Barbara City College's Tristan Lake are local products from San Marcos High School.The Athletes of the Week were awarded at Monday's press luncheon, which also featured a Phil Womble Ethics Award recipient, a Scholar-Athlete of the Year and a collection of coaches' reports.Setting … [Read more...]
Connelly leads Cards over Flashes
Thursday, April 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Casey Connelly ushered in his Spring Break with the best match of his career, as the defensive specialist used a team-high seven digs and near flawless passing to lead Bishop Diego over visiting Fillmore on Thursday. The Cardinals won the Tri-Valley League matchup in sweeping fashion, 25-14, 25-18, 25-15.Chandler Swift also had a solid night in the back row to go along with an ace and two digs. Setter Brandon Gonzalez made some highlight-reel digs and dished out 20 assists with three … [Read more...]
Bishop Diego stopped by Oaks Christian
Thursday, April 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The Bishop Diego boys tennis team was unable to stay with Oaks Christian and lost 16-2 on Wednesday.The Cardinals were short-handed for the Tri-Valley League road match and had to reshuffle some of the doubles teams.The team of Andre Kohansamad and Johnny Ford led the team and went 2-1 on the day.Bishop Diego (0-6 overall, 0-5 TVL) will continue its season on April 17 at Villanova. … [Read more...]
Williams blanks Villanova in 12-0 rout
Thursday, April 5, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Aidan Williams pitched a complete-game shutout to lead his team to a 12-0 victory over Villanova on Thursday."He did everything you could possibly ask for," assistant coach Kai Sullen said.Williams stuck out eight batters and gave up just one hit—a grounder that just barely snuck out of the infield. He also helped out his own cause by smacking two doubles."He came out throwing strikes," Sullen said. "He was pretty overpowering today."The Cardinals (10-3 overall, 5-1 Frontier … [Read more...]
Cardinals swept by Oaks Christian
Tuesday, April 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Bishop Diego was swept by Oaks Christian in a Tri-Valley League boys volleyball match Tuesday night. The game scores were 25-14, 25-13, 25-17.Jose Del Campo had five kills and Ryan Inglehart added four kills for the Cardinals, who fell to 3-8 and 2-7 in league play.The Cardinals host Fillmore on Thursday night in the last match before spring break. … [Read more...]
Bishop’s Tooley fires a one-hitter against Villanova
Tuesday, April 3, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Nolan Tooley made one run stand up with a one-hit pitching performance, leading Bishop Diego to a 1-0 victory at Villanova Prep in a Frontier League baseball game on Tuesday.“Nolan hasn’t been able to pitch much for us because we’ve gotten good pitching from two guys,” Bishop Diego assistant Kai Solin said. “He got the start today and was great on the mound. He pitched with good tempo and pace, and the defense played well behind him. He was pretty overpowering for us … [Read more...]
Royals learn do’s and don’ts on trip to Arizona
Monday, April 2, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Road trips can provide a good learning experience for teams.The San Marcos baseball team gained some valuable lessons while in Tucson, Ariz., playing in the Chris Moon Memorial Cherry Field Classic last week.The Royals learned they have some talented players in the lower level programs. Sophomore JV catcher Parker Rosenburg and freshman team pitcher Sean Nakano-West turned in good performances during the week-long tournament, assistant coach Michael Sandford said at Monday’s Santa … [Read more...]
