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In thIs “Year In revIew” Issue we bring you a full recap of the fall, winter, and spring sports. We hang banners in honor of the effort, team work, and sportsmanship that embodies the winning of a League, CIF, and State Championship. Use this edition as a resource or simply as a reflection on the past year.

Athletes of the Year It is our pleasure to feature eight very deserving athletes of the year nominees. Read their stories written by staff writer Brad Hollingsworth and then go to our website and cast your vote. Your vote will determine who wins the special Spotlight Sports Athlete of the Year. These athletes have worked very hard to reach a high level, so please take the time and reward one of them with your vote.

New Columns We continue to align with an outstanding panel of experts. This issue marks the beginning of two new columns. Ask the Doc Jock and Spotlight U. Read more about them inside this edition.

As the spring season comes to a close, it marks the end of our first school year for the magazine. The response we have received is truly indicative of the wonderful athletes and parents we have in this county. Over the course of the year, we have covered nearly 250 athletes many of whom will be playing their sports at the college level. We wish our very best to all of them as they continue their excellence in collegiate play. As for Spotlight Sports, we look forward to starting the process over again in the fall with a whole new crop of outstanding student athletes. We encourage you to nominate an athlete that you think is deserving of a feature. In fact, you can do so on our website.

Lastly, watch out for our Football Preview issue coming in early September. Ensure you receive it by subscribing today at www.spotlightsportsmag.com.

Enjoy your summer and we’ll see you again in September.

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With respect to financial, medical, nutritional or physical training information found within, this publication is not a substitute for readers’ responsibility to seek personalized attention. The accuracy of the material is to be considered limited to its intended use, and is not guaranteed.  Spotlight Sports shall not be liable for any claim, loss, expense or damage of any kind to user, or to any third party, related to the use of information contained herein.

in this issueSPOTLIGHT SPORTS YEAR IN REVIEW JUNE 2010ISSUE FIVE

3SPRING SPORTS

13WINTER SPORTS

18 ATHLETE OF THE YEAR

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D1 CHAMPIONS

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Mavericks

P A L O M A RLEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

TORREY PINES FALCONS

HEAD COACH LAUREN DACHILLE

A V O C A D O

D1 CHAMPIONS

torrey PineS FalConS

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

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ISSUE FIVE | SPOTLIGHT SPORTS 7

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DAVE EMERICK

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LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

V A L L E Y

MT. CARMEL SUNDEVILSHEAD COACH

PATSY MALTA

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

P A L O M A R

POWAY TITANSHEAD COACH

CHARLES JACKSON

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

A V O C A D O

LA COSTA CANYON MAVERICKSHEAD COACH

MARK BRUBAKER

Mavericks

D3 CHAMPIONS

Cathedral CatholiC donS

D2 CHAMPIONS

Mt. CarMel SundevilS

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

RANCHO BERNARDO

BRONCOSHEAD COACHKEVIN KELLER

P A L O M A R

Mt. Carmel

La Costa Canyon

Poway

Cathedral Catholic

D1 CHAMPIONS

la CoSta Canyon MaveriCkS

Mavericks

La Jolla Country Day

P A L O M A RLEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

TORREY PINES FALCONS

HEAD COACHJAY PEARLMAN

A V O C A D O

PHO

TO: D

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Torrey Pines

D1 CHAMPIONS

torrey PineS FalConS

Rancho Bernardo

Carlsbad

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BOYS TRACK & FIELD

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

V A L L E Y

MT. CARMEL SUNDEVILSHEAD COACH

DENNIS MCCLANAHAN

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

RANCHO BERNARDO

BRONCOSHEAD COACH

DON JONES

P A L O M A R

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

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HEAD COACH KEVIN REAUME

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CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC DONS

HEAD COACH DAN GEIGER

W E S T E R NLEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

MISSION HILLS GRIZZLIESHEAD COACH

RYAN SHARP

A V O C A D O

D1 CHAMPIONS

torrey PineS FalConS

Mission Hills

Poway, Rancho Bernardo

La Jolla Country Day

Poway, Rancho Bernardo

Torrey Pines

Cathedral Catholic

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GIRLS TRACK & FIELD

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

V A L L E Y

MT. CARMEL SUNDEVILSHEAD COACH

DENNIS MCCLANAHAN

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

RANCHO BERNARDO

BRONCOSHEAD COACH

TIM OELGOETZ

P A L O M A R

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC DONS

HEAD COACH DAN GEIGER

W E S T E R NP A L O M A RLEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

TORREY PINES FALCONS

HEAD COACH RICHARD CONTRERAS

A V O C A D O

D1 CHAMPIONS

el CaMino WildCatS

Torrey Pines

Mt. Carmel

El Camino,Rancho Bernardo

D3 CHAMPIONS

Cathedral CatholiC donS

Cathedral Catholic

PHOTO: MARY CARMEN GONZALES

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BOYS TENNIS

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC DONS

HEAD COACH RON MARQUEZ

W E S T E R N

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

V A L L E Y

WESTVIEW WOLVERINES

HEAD COACH AMY COOK

D2 CHAMPIONS

WeStvieW WolverineS

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

RANCHO BERNARDO

BRONCOSHEAD COACH

MIKE PARRINELLO

P A L O M A R

D1 CHAMPIONS

ranCho BernardoBronCoS

P A L O M A RLEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

TORREY PINES FALCONS

HEAD COACH ANNE MEIGS

A V O C A D O

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

LA JOLLA COUNTRY DAY TORREYS

HEAD COACH JOSLYNN BURKETT

C O A S T A L S O U T H

D3 CHAMPIONS

la Jolla Country day Torreys

La Jolla Country Day

Rancho Bernardo

Westview

La Jolla Country Day

Carthedral Catholic

Torrey Pines Westview

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BOYS SWIMMING

GIRLS SWIMMING

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

CATHEDRAL CATHOLIC DONS

HEAD COACH JEFF OWEN

W E S T E R N

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

V A L L E Y

MT. CARMEL SUNDEVILSHEAD COACH

DAN PECK

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

V A L L E Y

MT. CARMEL SUNDEVILSHEAD COACH

DAN PECK

CarlSBad lanCerS HEAD COACH

JB FEASTER

RANCHO BUENA VISTA LONGHORNS

HEAD COACH ADAM CROSSWHITE

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

P A L O M A R

D1 CHAMPIONS

CarlSBad lanCerS

Carlsbad

Mt. Carmel

Cathedral Catholic

D2 CHAMPIONS

Mt. CarMel SundevilS

Mt. Carmel

D2 CHAMPIONS

Cathedral CatholiC donS

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LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

V A L L E Y

WESTVIEW WOLVERINES

HEAD COACH MIKE KURTH

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

la Jolla Country day torreyS

HEAD COACH DAVID BRINK

C O A S T A L S O U T H

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

V A L L E Y

CANYON CREST RAVENS

HEAD COACHANALIA CARLSSON

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

E A S T E R N

SCRIPPS RANCH FALCONS

HEAD COACH JANE MORRILL

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

A V O C A D O

SAN PASQUAL EAGLESHEAD COACH

KELLI GANNON

Westview

Rancho Buena Vista

San Pasqual

P A L O M A RLEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

SAN MARCOS KNIGHTS

HEAD COACH JONATHAN ST. JOHN

V A L L E Y

P A L O M A RLEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

RANCHO BUENA VISTA LONGHORNS

HEAD COACH KACI BRONSON

P A L O M A R

D1 CHAMPIONS

San PaSQual eaGleS

San Marcos

WeStvieW WolverineS

METRO CONFERENCE CHAMPIONS

Scripps Ranch

La Jolla Country Day

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BOYS BASKETBALL

P A L O M A RLEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

TORREY PINES FALCONS

HEAD COACH

JOHN OLIVE

A V O C A D O

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

C O A S T A L S O U T H

BISHOPS KNIGHTSHEAD COACH

TOM TARANTINO

D1 CHAMPIONS

ranCho Bernardo BronCoS

P A L O M A RLEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

EL CAMINO WILDCATSHEAD COACH JEFF JARRARD

RANCHO BERNARDO BRONCOS

HEAD COACH JIM CHOE

P A L O M A R

WESTVIEW WOLVERINES

HEAD COACH KYLE SMITH

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

V A L L E Y

SAN MARCOS KNIGHTS

HEAD COACH DANTE CAREY

Rancho Bernardo

El Camino

Rancho Bernardo

San MarcosBishops

Westview

GIRLS BASKETBALL

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BOYS BASKETBALL GIRLS BASKETBALL

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

V A L L E Y

WESTVIEW WOLVERINES

HEAD COACHBOB MCHEFFEY

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

la Jolla Country day torreyS

HEAD COACH TERRI BAMFORD

C O A S T A L S O U T H

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

P A L O M A R

POWAY TITANSHEAD COACH

JIM BENNET

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

A V O C A D O

LA COSTA CANYON MAVERICKSHEAD COACH JOHN LEBETA

Mavericks

Westview

La Jolla Country

Day

Poway

D4 CHAMPIONS

la Jolla Country day Torreys

La Costa Canyon

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GIRLS SOCCER

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GIRLS SOCCER

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

V A L L E Y

WESTVIEW WOLVERINES

HEAD COACHPETER STOGSDILL

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

C O A S T A L

BISHOPS KNIGHTSHEAD COACH BRIAN QUINN

POWAY TITANSHEAD COACH

JEN LALOR-NIELSON

RANCHO BERNARDO BRONCOS

HEAD COACH RAFFI RUOTOLO

RANCHO BUENA VISTA LONGHORNS

HEAD COACH TIM LEARY

LEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

P A L O M A R

P A L O M A RLEAGUEC H A M P I O N S

TORREY PINES FALCONS

HEAD COACH DENNIS COSTELLO

A V O C A D O

Poway

Westview

Torrey Pines

Rancho Buena Vista

Rancho Bermardo

Poway

Bishops

D1 CHAMPIONS

la CoSta Canyon MaveriCkS

HEAD COACH MIKE MARVIL

Mavericks

La Costa Canyon

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Alix JohnsonMT. CARMEL HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL, SOFTBALL

Two-sport athLete aLIx Johnson has had every answer on the basketball court and the softball field during her high school career.

The Arizona State-bound Johnson helped lead the Sundevils to six CIF titles (two basketball and four softball) and perhaps no one had as much fun.

“It’s been great, a dream come true for me,” Johnson said. “Sports have been my life and when I was in the eighth grade I never thought I would have this much success.”

Johnson added another CIF softball championship to her already overcrowded letterman’s jacket recently when Mt. Carmel defeated West Hills 4-2 to win their fourth straight CIF title.

Leading the team from centerfield, Johnson, a four-year starter, hit .481 with 29 steals and 19 doubles. During her high school career, Johnson never hit below .337 and had a breakout year during her junior season when she hit a career high .514 and drove in 30 runs.

It’s those statistics that will be hard to keep Johnson out of the Arizona State lineup when she hits the Tempe campus in the fall.

“They have a couple of graduating seniors in the out-field, but that doesn’t mean I’ll go straight to the starting

lineup,” said Johnson, who chose the Sundevils over Tennessee and Michigan. “I have to get there and work as hard as I can and I understand that.”

The 5-foot-10 Johnson’s approach at the plate won’t change much. It’s a simple strategy that has paid divi-dends at the prep and club level.

“I try not to think too much,” Johnson said. “I try to stay tall and be relaxed. I am tall for a softball player so it sounds funny that I want to stand straight up, but if I stay tall I can watch the ball from the release point and be effective.”

Playing basketball is something the first-team All-Valley League Player will think about often in the future. With numerous family members playing collegiate hoops, Johnson has never been far from the game.

“It was a difficult decision on which sport to play, but I have played softball so long that it was the easier choice,” Johnson said.

“I didn’t play basketball until high school. If I had played travel ball, I think it would have been different. I would have been a scholarship player.”

Her accomplishments leave little room to argue.

Rachel MorrisCARLSBAD HIGH SCHOOL GOLF

You mIght not want to hIre Rachel Morris as your interior decorator unless you are into tro-phies, medals and plaques. The awards not only

decorate Morris’ room, but the family room, stairways and hallways.

“I guess things worked out pretty well this year,” Morris said. “I don’t have any regrets. I had a great time and I am going to miss high school.”

The University of Southern California-bound senior finished one of the best seasons and careers of anyone in county history.

Morris won the CIF championship with a remarkable

10-under 164 at Warner Springs Ranch. It was Morris third county title tying her with Torrey Pines’ Hannah Juh. In addition, she won the Southern California title and fin-ished second (72) one-shot behind Jenny Shin of Torrance in the CIF State Golf Championship last November at Poppy Hills.

“Winning CIF was my goal and I am really proud of the way I played this year,” Morris said. “It meant a lot to me to win for the third time and to shoot back-to-back 67’s.

“I really enjoyed my high school career and being on the team. I worked hard and it was a fun experience.”

Morris, a two-time HP Junior All-American, didn’t limit her fun to the high school season. She won three American Junior Golf Association events during her high school career.

Yet, Morris is looking forward to collegiate golf where she will play for the national runners-up Trojans.

“College golf will be a lot different because I will be the youngest one,” Morris said. “There will be more competi-tion and tougher courses. It will push me to get better. I will play with great players and I see myself getting better.”

If that happens, then the Morris’s may have to find more places to put those trophies.

Kelly ReevesCATHEDRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL

LIfe couLdn’t get much better for Kelly Reeves.The Cathedral Catholic senior finished her high

school career with enough honors to fill the bed of a small truck. Reeves led the Dons to back-to-back Division III state championships, four consecutive CIF-San Diego Section Division III and Western League titles.

Who is the Athlete of the Year? You decide!Alix Johnson Tanner ClaytonRachel Morris Bryan GrubbsKelly Reeves Thomas MolesiLacey Smyth Ricky SealeCast your vote at www.spotlightsportsmag.com

Alix Johnson

Rachel Morris

Meet the spotlight sports athletes of the year. There were a number of very

worthy student athletes from which to choose. However, the following eight elite athletes were selected by our panel based on feedback from coaches and athletic directors. From either an individual or team perspective, these candidates excelled at their sport and contributed significantly to their team winning a CIF or State Championship.

B Y B R A D H O L L I N G S W O R T H

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Individually, the 6-foot-2 outside hitter was the state tournament’s Most Valuable Player leading Cathedral Catholic to a 25-18, 17-25, 25-14, 25-19 victory over Sacred Heart Catholic of San Francisco at the Bren Center on the campus of UC Irvine. Reeves is a two-time first-team All-CIF selection and Western League MVP and was named to Prep Volleyball.com’s Class of 2010 Senior Aces, honoring the top fifty players in the nation.

Still, despite all the accolades and a scholarship to UCLA in her backpack, Reeves has a loftier goal - a spot on the Olympic team.

“I have always dreamed about being on the Olympic team,” Reeves said. “I have definitely missed some senior activities and dances, but I want to go to the Olympics and if I make it, the sacrifices will be totally worth it. There will be other chances to do things when you are older.”

Reeves doesn’t have to go far for advice on the Olympic experience because her mother, Jeanne, earned a silver medal at the 1984 Summer Olympics. Jeanne, who also helps with the Encinitas Wave, Kelly’s club team, has played an instrumental role in her development.

“My mom rides me the most because she wants me to be great and she knows what it takes,” Reeves said. “A couple of years ago, our relationship was a little weird, but now it’s gotten real strong and I wouldn’t be the person I am today without her.”

All the talk and training must have worked as Reeves has taken a huge first step to making an Olympic team. She was one of 12 players selected for the U.S. Women’s Junior National Team that will play an international schedule this summer, including a tournament in Tijuana, Mexico.

Lacey SmythSAN MARCOS HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS

WhILe most eLIte tennIs players find the high school season more of a chore than a necessity, Lacey Smyth had the time of her life.

The San Marcos High School senior finished with a CIF singles championship, a prize that eluded her for almost her entire prep career.

The 5-foot Smyth defeated Daniel Flores of Cathedral Catholic, 7-5, 6-4 to earn the first tennis title in San Marcos High history.

“It (this year) was probably the best of my tennis career,” said Smyth, who accepted a scholarship to the University of Arizona. “Winning CIF was the ultimate goal. I wasn’t frustrated, but I was determined. I want this the most because I was so close my junior year.”

Before defeating Flores, Smyth lost in the finals as a freshman and junior and advanced to the semifinals dur-ing her sophomore year. Despite those heartbreaking losses, Smyth’s resolve never wavered.

“This year was totally different. My mindset was a lot calmer,” said Smyth, who compiled a perfect 50-0 record in singles play this season. “I don’t put a lot of pressure on myself and I didn’t really think about it at all.”

Unlike her elite peers who believe the high school ten-nis season is a waste of time, Smyth relished the time spent on the court with teammates.

“I always enjoyed the team atmosphere and I really looked forward to it every year,” Smyth explained. “Just being on a team and having to rely on each other is some-thing that I liked.”

Smyth, who earned a 3.67 grade-point average at San Marcos, wants to major in psychology at Arizona and become a college coach. On the court, she hopes to be a top NCAA competitor and do well in the rigors of the Pacific 10 Conference.

However, her mark left on the Knights’ tennis courts will not be forgotten very quickly.

“You could not have picked a more deserving young lady,” said San Marcos athletic director Scott Jones. “She exemplifies what class and hard work are all about.”

Tanner ClaytonRANCHO BERNARDO BASKETBALL, VOLLEYBALL

Tanner cLaYton’s summer pLans are quite simple: volleyball, volleyball and more volleyball.

Before taking his first class at the University of Southern California, the 6-foot-8, 185-pound middle blocker will spend plenty of time in airports going through security checks and wondering why he didn’t request an aisle seat.

The Rancho Bernardo High senior will join his Epic Volleyball club teammates in early July at the Junior Nationals in Austin, Texas. Clayton hopes to leave the Lone Star state with the title after finishing second to Balboa Bay Club the past two seasons.

Then, Clayton is joining the Junior National under-20 team for some international play in Ottawa, Canada in late July.

Then, it’s off to USC where Clayton hopes to make an

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immediate impact with the Trojans in the 2011 season.“I have to work on my blocking for the most part,”

Clayton said. “I also have to get used to the pace of the game. The speed of the sets is so much faster than high school or club so there will be some adjustments.”

One thing Clayton may have to adjust to is a winter without basketball. However, he certainly left his mark on the Broncos’ program.

Clayton led Rancho Bernardo to the CIF Division I championship, defeating El Camino, 64-55, at USD’s Jenny Craig Pavilion. Earlier in the season it looked as if the only way the Broncos were going to be in the title game was to buy a ticket.

“In late December and early January, it was rough. We were pretty bad,” Clayton said. “Then, we beat Poway at home and rode our confidence the rest of the year.”

And Clayton was in the driver’s seat. He finished as Rancho Bernardo’s leader in rebounding and blocked shots and was the centerpiece on both offense and defense. The result was first-team All-CIF honors, as well as the Palomar League player of the year award.

“I may still play sometimes when I get to school,” Clayton said. “And I still play a little bit now.”

This summer that most likely means playing a little hoops between trips to the airport.

Bryan GrubbsLA COSTA CANYON HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING

BrYan grubbs has the pedIgree to be a great wrestler, but he didn’t look like a blue blood the first time he stepped into the La Costa Canyon High wrestling

room.“When he started in the eighth grade, people were

beating him,” said Mavericks coach Dwayne Buth. “He was going a mile a minute, but he didn’t know what to do.

“When I first started coaching him, I would tell him what to do and he could do it. That was pretty amazing because most kids need to see it first, and then go through the kinetics experience.”

Although he started wrestling relatively late, Grubbs made up for any lost time by winning the state champi-onship at 119 pounds, defeating Zach Zimmer of Clovis West, 3-1 in a thrilling overtime match at Bakersfield’s Rabobank Arena.

The state title was the second for Grubbs, who won the 119-pound division in Texas as a junior, where he spent the year living with his mother, before moving back to the West Coast for his senior year. Those state championships go along with three San Diego Section wins (two at 103 pounds and one at 119)

For his efforts, Grubbs was named to Wrestling USA’s All-American team and accepted a scholarship to Cal State Fullerton.

Buth, who was a state champion at Mt. Miguel, believes Grubbs has only begun to scratch the surface of his vast abilities. “Bryan has the skill set and desire. He could be an All-American. He has a lot left in the tank and he’s still learning the sport.”

Though Grubbs is still learning, wrestling is definitely in his blood. His father, Michio, won two San Diego sec-tion titles at El Camino High. His uncle, John, won two state championships and another uncle, Michael, placed

three times at state for the Wildcats.Perhaps what separates Grubbs from his competitors

is his incredible work ethic. “He never takes training for granted,” Buth explained. “Bryan will put in the time and he is now reaping the rewards.”

And he has two state titles to prove it.

Thomas MolesiOCEANSIDE HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL

OceansIde hIgh schooL’s Thomas Molesi sees himself a little differently than others do.

Most view the 6-foot-2, 280-pound defensive lineman as a menacing tornado of activity that gave oppo-nents nightmares; however, Molesi wants to be pictured in a different light.

“I just want to take the talent that has been here at Oceanside and go worldwide,” said Molesi, who accepted a scholarship to Oregon State. “I could care less about how I do. I want to grow up and be an example to others.

“People look at me as this big, buff dude from a bad neighborhood, but I like to laugh a lot and I want to be remembered for my character.”

Molesi’s character may go worldwide after his fresh-man year with the Beavers because he plans to go on his Mormon mission for two years.

“At first, I didn’t know if I wanted to take my mission, but I had to follow my heart,” said Molesi, who hopes to be assigned to a country in South America or Asia.

Molesi was the heart and soul of the Pirates, who won their second state bowl game in three years and their sixth consecutive CIF title. Individually, the four-star recruit was the San Diego and Valley League defensive player of the year.

“He (Molesi) looks like he has already been playing as a Division I college tackle for three years,” complimented

Ramona coach Damon Baldwin. “He’s like a man among boys at this level. I can’t remember seeing a guy who makes so many plays in the backfield.”

Oceanside coach John Carroll, whose squad is riding a 39-game unbeaten streak, believes Molesi’s improvement proved to be a difference for the Pirates.

“The difference between last season and this season is night and day,” Carroll said. “He’s been an outstanding player. He’s always had great eyes, great instincts and been a physical player.”

But for Molesi, it was never about him; it was team first and last.

Ricky SealeESCONDIDO HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL, TRACK

WIth staggerIng statIstIcs and a scholar-ship to Stanford University, one would think Ricky Seale would have an ego to match those

accomplishments.However, the Escondido High tailback runs away from

compliments almost as fast as he darts away from would-be tacklers.

“My offensive line had a lot to do with what I was able to do this year,” said Seale, who ended his career with the Cougars as San Diego County’s all-time leading rusher. “The whole offense contributed and I would like to thank them for doing it.”

The 5-foot-9, 185-pounder rushed for 6,694 yards and scored 81 touchdowns in his Escondido HS career. Every time Seale was handed the ball (7.9 yards per carry), he nearly got a first down for the Cougars. Ranked as the 28th best tailback in the nation as a senior, Seale ran for 2,478 yards and 35 touchdowns against defenses geared to stop him.

“Sure, I would get a little bit tired, but you get used to it,” said Seale, who runs a 4.45 40-yard dash, benches 285-pounds, and squats 520.

Not many people were able to run down Seale. In fact, it was Eastlake High’s field turf that ultimately proved to be something Seale couldn’t elude.

Late in the first half of the CIF Division I semifinals, Seale took a toss sweep and headed toward the sideline when his foot stuck in the turf, causing a knee strain. With Seale on the sidelines, Escondido couldn’t keep up with Eastlake losing by three touchdowns.

Despite the injury, Seale was always highly recruited by Stanford. “The decision to go there was an easy one because the academics go along with the sports.” said Seale, whose father, Sam, played 10 years in the NFL for the Raiders and Chargers.

Escondido athletic director Steve Bridges knew Seale’s work ethic in the classroom and on the field would pay off. “He’s relentless,” Bridges said. “When he has a goal, he’s going after it until he achieves it.”

And he will do it graciously.

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everY Year I end the schooL Year with a strong statement to parents about the importance of summer homework. I remind them about the

importance of staying sharp, practicing hard, and pre-paring for college. And every year I am reminded by my parents, that they will stay sharp and that they will prac-tice hard, but oftentimes they are not ready to prepare for college. When I ask why, I am retorted to in a resounding and deafening “they are only going to be freshman”.

This common attitude about college readiness is a fatal mistake. We used to think of the freshman fifteen as the weight you put on the first semester of college, but today the Freshman Fifteen are the fifteen reasons why you can’t afford to wait to prep your kids for college and career readiness.

Reason 1: Choosing Classes is a Shared Accountability. It is true that every high school has a counselor who helps students choose their classes, but it is your responsibility to work with the counselor to inform the decision. Together you can map out a path that is personalized to your child’s college and career plans which in return allows for a student to find ways to balance classes and extra-curricular activities.

Reason 2: Understanding A-G is a must. If the mention of A-G sounds like alphabet soup, then before your child enters high school you need to be informed

of the bearing of the 15 year-long, A-G, University of California and California State University college-prep courses. You can find more information on this online, at http://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/ .

Reason 3: College Talk Begins at Home. “College Talk” is on the lips of every counselor, but how much college talk happens at home? From a young age parents can begin to talk with their kids about college and career. The direction of this conversation is not as important as the discussion itself. Teens feel less pressure to talk about college if college discourse has been a part of their life.

Reason 4: Summer is the Perfect Time to Set Expectations. By prepping for college beginning the summer before the freshman year, parents are able to lay out high school expectations, including homework rules, grades, and social activities. All of which are tied directly to college readiness. If clear expectations are not set prior to high school, students are likely to have a rocky transi-tion, which leads to poor performance, and a less than favorable GPA, which in some cases becomes a credit deficiency leading to grade recovery which can take up precious time and energy.

Reason 5: High School is Not What it Used To Be. Today, students have a variety of different classes, extra-curricular activities and opportunities available to them. Many decisions are based in self-interest; how-ever this self- interest and passion can be translated into leverage towards college admissions. For example, if students are required to conduct at least 10 hours of community service over four years of high school, they can turn that passion for community service into a four year project that would make any admissions director take notice.

And still, if that doesn’t convince you…

Here are more reasons why you should start thinking about college readiness before high school:

Skill sets that ensure student success in college are honed and developed in highschool, the sooner students start gaining the skills needed for success the more likely they are to employ them.

The UC is not the only system that gives higher weight to college prep courses; 49 percent of colleges and universities are doing it.

An Advanced Placement (AP) track begins in ninth grade with the pre-requisites required to enroll in AP classes 10th – 12th grade.

High school credits earned in middle school classes such as world language and math do count toward high school graduation credit however are not reasons to not take additional math or language classes past the high school requirements. Many colleges and universities expect that serious applicants exceed requirements as a testament to student dedication to taking the most rigor-ous course load available.

Students who utilize self-monitoring, self-assessment, and self-awareness will take ownership over their aca-demic success.

On average, high school students will have to read 1-2 books per class, in college students will on average read 6-8 books per class. Training is necessary to build stamina and comprehension.

Rigor, relevance, and relationship over four years allows student to realistically plan their future and learn coping skills for subjects and curriculum that don’t come naturally.

This year private colleges and universities gave an average of $17.900 in student aid. Financial planning with a particular college in mind can be more realistically achieved when there is more time to research and plan.

Teens feel less pressure to talk about

college if college discourse has been a

part of their life.

Students may take their SAT subject tests as soon as they complete the class that corresponds to it and increase their chances for a better score. For example, most students take Biology during their freshman year, and then take the SAT subject test three years later when they are thinking about college readi-ness. This wait adds extra prep for a test that could have been taken when the content knowledge was fresh.

Taking the PSAT in the fall of the freshman year provides, parents, students, counselors and mentors a diagnostic map to plan the remainder of the high school years, including additional support in areas of weakness.

College admissions are an ever-changing, complex and multifaceted game, but college readiness is the training that allows students and parents to beat the competition. Train early and increase your chances, stamina and odds for college and career success.

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The summer months are the time to explore new, fun outdoor workouts. Hike, bike, swim, kayak or try a dif-ferent sport that challenges the whole body. However, when an athlete takes his or her workout outside, they’re exposed to the elements. So, slap on the sunscreen (minimum SPF 30 with broad spectrum protection) and reapply every two hours, or more often if sweating pro-fusely or entering the water. Basics like bringing a water bottle will help athletes keep hydrated in the heat. On especially warm or humid days, try to avoid exercising between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Finally, bringing a buddy and a cell phone is a smart move, especially if heading off the beaten track.

Talking with a coach or athletic trainer about how to use the summer to refresh and rebuild for the next competi-tive season is also a plus. Sports are always more fun when the mind is clear and the body in shape.

What’s the story on staying hydrated for sports? When do I drink water vs. Gatorade?

It’s important to stay well-hydrated even before begin-ning a workout. If an athlete is even just a little hydrated, this forces one to slow down, lowers their energy level and makes one more susceptible to heat stress.

Checking the color of one’s urine is also a good idea. If it’s dark yellow and there’s not much of it, it could be from dehydration, and is a sign that increasing intake of beverages throughout the day would be wise. Fluid can come from a variety of sources including water, juice, smoothies, lemonade, herbal tea, milk, soup, fruits and vegetables.

During exercise lasting 30-60 minutes, water is usually the best choice. However, if the workout is longer (i.e. participating in a triathlon, playing a weekend tourna-ment or going on an all-day hike), then sports beverages can help by providing a continuous source of energy (carbohydrates) and replacing electrolyte losses in sweat. These beverages have been formulated to promote rapid intake of glucose and help the body maintain optimal fluid balance. However, each sports drink is slightly different and may contain unnecessary ingredients, so reading the label and staying informed is key.

GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR FLUID INTAKE DURING VIGOROUS SPORTS ACTIVITY ARE:

• 17-20 oz of fluid 2 hrs. before the start of exercise

• 7-10 oz of fluid every 10-20 mins. during exercise

• 16-24 oz of fluid for every lb of body weight lost after exercise.

Asking a sports medicine doctor or sports nutritionist about a sports drink or staying hydrated could be worthy questions at your next check-up. Staying hydrated is essential to staying in the game!

My knee has been bothering me. How do I know if I should just let it rest or see a doctor?

Knee pain occurs commonly in sports. Sometimes it can result from an acute traumatic injury, such as sudden pivoting and twisting, leading to immediate pain and swelling in the knee. Sometimes it occurs over time, resulting from overuse. If in discomfort or pain, try icing it for 15-20 minutes several times a day. Reduce activity level or consider taking a period of rest to allow it to get better. Sometimes anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen can help decrease the inflammation and reduce the pain, but remember that these medications should be taken with food to avoid stomach irritation. In some instances a knee brace can make the knee feel better and provide stability. If the pain is not going away with several weeks of rest, or if there is persistent swelling or instability, see a sports medicine physician for further evaluation.

The doctors at UC San Diego Medical Center – Sports Medicine can help. To schedule an appointment or get more information call 800.926.8273. For answers to sports injury or performance questions email [email protected].

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