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Welcome to Folsom

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larry legend33 said:
Honestly if he can handoff and run a little he will be fine. If he's a good lacrosse player i'm sure he's an athlete. Serra doesn't sit back and throw the ball. They will have a strong line and athletic kids. I see them matching up way better than LBP did. Walsh will slow the game down and try to make it ugly. Serra won't be able to match Folsom on scores however. I can see a 35-14 type Folsom win.
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Very well said. Nice work.
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Way to early PCAL top 10

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Here's how I see the Gabilan this year...

I think Salinas is still the team to beat, but I don't have enormous confidence they'll run the table. They may have some more playmakers (Turner at WR) than last year, which could bring back flashes of 2022. The great JV team coming in may have to contribute a lot to keep them from a 7 or 8 D-I/Open playoff seed. It would not be out of the question to see this team be the #1 public school in the CCS. The Cowboys could take a 1/4 to 1/2-step forward.

Soquel probably really surprised everyone last year... at least everyone not from Soquel. Given that they're still relatively young boasts a lot of promise for this program, but they still lost some studs. I just hope their non-league schedule doesn't contribute to injuries that impact their league success. Keep QB Whelan upright and they should contend for the league title. The Knights should take about a 1/2-step forward.

Monterey was another young team last year, but they were not as consistent as Soquel. Lots of speed/experience (15 returning starters!) and a boost from actually being able to practice under of the lights on campus should help morale. Is this the year they return to their top-division championship glory days? Not sure, but I think the chase is on towards Salinas and Soquel. The 'Dores could take a 1/2 to 3/4-step forward.

Palma boasted a D-1 WR last year, but that didn't really translate into a scary passing offense. This year, they'll return an up-and-coming sophomore RB for probably more of a ground-dominated attack. 20 years ago, you might have said, that sounds pretty good for Palma, but a lot has happened in the game over that time period. The Chieftains may improve, but they'll be chasing others who may improve more. 0 to 1/4-step forward.

There probably isn't a program in the area with more questions than with Aptos. Sometimes new coaches bring new energy and ideas, but historically, there has been a significant drop when a great coach leaves this school. Has enough knowledge been passed down from Coach Blankenship? Will Coach Hewett take the team in a new dynamic direction? So hard to say, but they should improve from their 2-win season a year ago. 1/2-step backward to 1/2-step forward.

The Hollister program hasn't really been the same over the last several years. I suspect we know why, but there have been glimpses of good competition (took Palma to OT) only to be countered by some head-scratchers (lost to Alvarez). Not too surprising, the non-league schedule is not as heavy as it's been in years' past. A lot of questions surround this program, but there's a lot of room to improve. 1/4-step backward to 1/4-step forward.

Alvarez ended up being their own worst enemy last year. With a loss to Carmel already under their belt, they went out and beat Hollister the following game. It's unfortunate, but this program just doesn't belong in this division. I hope their non-league schedule gives them a confidence boost, but things are going to get real immediately after that. 0 to 1/4 step forward.

Ultimately, this should be an exciting year. Prediction:

Salinas wins the title outright - 35%
Salinas and Soquel tie for co-championship - 35%
Salinas and Monterey tie for co-championship - 15%
Salinas, Monterey, and Soquel tie for tri-championship - 15%

Other divisions:

Mission North - Scotts Valley certainly has a shot to repeat as champs, but look out for Monte Vista Christian and their 15 returning starters. It's a shame Alisal lost their coach... hard to have continuity when this keeps happening.

Mission South - This division begins and ends with Carmel, who probably should have replaced Alvarez in the Gabilan. North High is attempting a resurgence, but the game with Salinas will probably demonstrate how much further they need to come.

Santa Lucia - With Greenfield having moved up to the Mission South, this should be a two-team race between Gonzales and Robert Louis Stevenson, with San Lorenzo Valley as a darkhorse.
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Does the local angle matter for the Valklyries?

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ClayK said:
So Sabrina Ionescu could be signed by the Valkyries ...

How many more games would you attend at Chase Center because Sabrina played basketball in the East Bay? (This is different than wanting to go to a game because she's a really good player.)
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If they got Paige Beukers or Juju Watkins, I think that's more of a national draw than Sabrina. Please don't get me wrong...Sabrina is AMAZING, but with social media these days, Page and Juju are HOT and will be getting similar attention as C. Clark.
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Way to early PCAL top 10

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Heard the Riordan v Salinas scrimmage didn't happen on the weekend. Anyone hear if Salinas scrimmaged?

I message communicated with local Monterey Herald news reporter John Devine this weekend and he basically stated Carmel looked the best out of the teams he went out to see over the last couple weeks that included Salinas (next at top), Monterey (lack of line depth but dangerous skill players) and Palma. Stated Palma may need to develop during the season.

Given Carmel's schedule I still believe will end up 10-0 or 9-1 before playoffs. They clearly didn't want to get bumped into D1 or D2. Still will be untested until playoffs. In clips of film I have seen Carmel line looks pretty good (Alabama recruit Jackson Llyod is a beast and rest of line looks pretty good) and QB seems very sharp. Maybe put them at #3 or #4 but still think Salinas and Soquel will be better. and Monterey should be better as well from last season returning most of their team. Tough to say how much better the Pads will be since Carmel schedule is weak and won't be tested until maybe the playoffs. They could however have a good shot to get into state bowl this season.

Looks like Palma QB starter will be junior 6-7 180lb JT Herald (who looks like he will be pretty good if he gets some time in the pocket.

Soquel is young but that QB is really good and they younger players had extra time last season to get more experience. Still have them at #2. The game this weekend against Los Gatos should be a good one.

I still take Salinas Cowboys as early PCAL Gab favorite and their line and defense will be pretty good. They have RB Devin Marquez back after missing his junior year due to injury who is really good and their top RB from last season Brandon Palma returning. They also have speedster and D1 prospect Emarccis Turner WR/S back after injury early last season. Line will be bigger and could be better than last season.
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Welcome to Folsom

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Honestly if he can handoff and run a little he will be fine. If he's a good lacrosse player i'm sure he's an athlete. Serra doesn't sit back and throw the ball. They will have a strong line and athletic kids. I see them matching up way better than LBP did. Walsh will slow the game down and try to make it ugly. Serra won't be able to match Folsom on scores however. I can see a 35-14 type Folsom win.
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2 Teams needed for JS Christmas Classic, Dec. 19-21

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Justin-Siena is once again hosting the JS Christmas Classic Tournament, Dec. 19-21. So far we have 6 teams committed and are looking for 2 more. Email Head Coach Andy Bettencourt (abettencourt@justin-siena.org) for more information or to reserve a spot. First come/first serve. Committed teams listed below.

Justin-Siena
Monte Vista
St. Mary's Berkeley
Clovis
Carlmont
Arcata
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NCP Football Top 20: Folsom starts off strong against Long Beach Poly

Streak One
1. Folsom (1-0)

Folsom looked better than advertised in a 63-20 win over Long Beach Poly that saw Ryder Lyons throw for 182 yards and two touchdowns and a highlight reel touchdown run. Daymion Rivera and Carter Jackson combined for more than 200 rushing yards behind a physical Bulldogs’ offensive line. Folsom stays at home against Serra on Friday.

2. De La Salle (0-0)

The Spartans scrimmaged Jesuit this past week and will start the regular season with a home contest against Grant on Friday in one of the top games for Week 2.

3. Serra (0-0)

The Padres start the year as the top team in the CCS, but have the toughest non-league in NorCal with road games against Folsom and De La Salle before hosting St. John Bosco.

4. Pittsburg (0-0)

Pittsburg hosted a scrimmage with preseason Top 20 Monte Vista and a team to watch in El Cerrito prior to this week’s game at Monterey Trail. It will also play Bishop Manogue, which beat St. Mary’s-Stockton, on September 6.

5. Riordan (0-0)

The Crusaders will play five of their first six games on the road starting with a trip to McClymonds on Friday night. This is the highest preseason ranking for Riordan in the NCP Rankings history.

6. Rocklin (1-0)

Rocklin trailed Turlock 21-14 at the half, but scored on each drive of the second half for a 41-28 win. Reeve Slone threw for 205 yards and two touchdowns and ran for a score while Derek Keeley ran for 85 yards and two touchdowns. Mikey Cunningham also played a good two-way game at wide receiver and defensive back. The Thunder host Bishop Manogue of Nevada this week.

7. St. Francis-Mountain View (0-0)

St. Francis will start the season in La Mesa as it takes on Helix, which lost its opener to El Camino-Oceanside (49-20). Helix won last year’s matchup in Mountain View 45-21.

8. Grant (1-0)

Grant beat Edison-Stockton 28-7 as running back Brandon Lambert, who transferred in from Cosumnes Oaks, rushed for 181 yards and three touchdowns. Jeremiah Tuiilelia led the defense with 12 tackles and two sacks. Next week, the Pacers travel to De La Salle.

9. San Ramon Valley (0-0)

The Wolves are the third NCP Team in the Top 9 and have the top rated senior in the region with Texas A&M bound Marco Jones. They start the season at home against St. Ignatius in a matchup featuring two of the best leagues in NorCal.

10. Marin Catholic (0-0)

Marin Catholic is set to play one of its most challenging non-league schedules in years starting this week against Top 20 ranked Inderkum, which started its season last week in beating Monterey Trail.

11. St. Mary’s-Stockton (0-1)

The Rams led Bishop Manogue 14-7 at the half, but were shutout in the second half en route to a 21-14 road loss. Junior Kenneth Moore III had nine carries for 114 yards and a touchdown and had five catches for 51 yards and a score from junior Jaden Galvan. Defensively, they tallied four sacks and two interceptions. St. Mary’s needs to quickly turn the page heading into its annual matchup with Central Catholic.

12. Monte Vista (0-0)

Monte Vista has three Division I commitments on offensive and a fast rising junior prospect on the defensive line. The Mustangs are looking for its first winning season since 2021. They start the season on Friday against Granada.

13. Clayton Valley Charter (0-0)

Clayton Valley Charter has moved back to the Diablo Athletic League - Foothill Division and enters the season as the league favorite. The Ugly Eagles open the season on Friday at Spanish Springs, which has two games under their belts in losing to Simi Valley and Shadow Ridge.

14. Oak Ridge (0-1)

Joaquin Graves-Mercado threw for 349 yards and a touchdown with Kaleb Edwards (148 yards) being his top target in a 28-14 loss to Frontier-Bakersfield. The Trojans gave up 21 first quarter points, but settled into the game defensively. This week, they travel to Southern California to take on San Clemente.

15. St. Ignatius (0-0)

The Wildcats enter the season with one of the region’s best offensive linemen (John Mills) and experience at quarterback with Soren Hummel. They travel to San Ramon Valley this week after losing to the Wolves 42-14 in San Francisco last season.

16. McClymonds (0-0)

McClymonds always looks to challenge itself in the non-league and it has done so again in 2024. It starts on Friday against Riordan. The Warriors will also play St. Francis-Mountain View and San Ramon Valley.

17. Cardinal Newman (0-0)

Cardinal Newman starts off the 2024 season with back-to-back road games against Casa Grande and Vacaville. The Cardinals are looking to win their first section title since 2019.

18. Inderkum (1-0)

Ricky Cole threw for 247 yards and three touchdowns and wide receiver Lono Chouteau had seven catches for 161 yards and a score as the Tigers beat Monterey Trail 27-21. Inderkum’s defense held Monterey Trail to just under four yards per carry. Inderkum hits the road this week for a Saturday afternoon game against Marin Catholic.

19. Central Catholic (1-0)

Central Catholic got rushing touchdowns from Joey Alcutt, Wyatt Dragoo and Jonathan Fuentes in a 28-21 win over Pleasant Valley. The Raiders trailed 14-7 at the half. Next up is a trip to St. Mary’s-Stockton followed by games against Central Catholic-Oregon and Bishop Manogue.

20. Granite Bay (1-0)

Isaiah Ene had 14 carries for 108 yards and three touchdowns and Nick Harris threw for more than 200 yards (116 of those yards to Joseph Cattolico) in a 34-10 win over Rio Americano. Darnell Turner Jr. had an 85 yard interception return for a score. This week, Granite Bay hosts Vacaville, which is coming off a win over Escalon.
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BABCA and CCSF Coaches Clinic on October 5th at CCSF

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Bay Area Basketball Coaches Association is proud to announce that it is hosting its 2nd Annual Coaches Clinic in partnership with CCSF on October 5th at CCSF. We have a great line-up of coaches presenting including new Fresno State Head Coach Vance Walberg. Other presenters include: Sue Phillips of Mitty, Vince Inglima of SF State, Bryan Rooney of CSU East Bay and Justin Labaugh of CCSF. All Coaches from all levels are welcome. We are hosting to serve the community and only ask for a voluntary contribution to cover the cost of lunch.

BABCA & CCSF BASKETBALL
PRESENT THE 2024 FALL COACHES’ CLINIC

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Saturday, October 5, 2024
City College of San Francisco Gym
50 Frida Kahlo Way
San Francisco, CA
9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Featuring:

Vance Walberg Fresno State
Sue Phillips Archbishop Mitty and USA Basketball
Vince Inglima S.F. State
Bryan Rooney CSU East Bay
Justin Labaugh C.C.S.F.

Topics to be announced

Doors Open 8:00 for fellowship with coffee and donuts
Starting at 9:00 Each speaker will present for one hour (9:00; 10:30; 11:30; 1:00; 2:00)
Lunch at 12:30

BABCA requests a $25 contribution to cover costs and a BABCA membership

BABCA was founded in 2021 as a part of the “Let Them Play California'' movement to advocate for a return to high school sports.

COST: Your $25 voluntary contribution will help us defray the costs of this Clinic and give you a one-year membership for October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025.
Payments can be made to: (Venmo @Randy-Bessolo; checks payable to BABCA, 50 San Rafael Way, San Francisco 94127). Visit BABCA.org

CONTACT: Chris Lavdiotis; 510 610 3430; Randy Bessolo 415 418 4568; Justin Labaugh 415 577 7019
RSVP coachlavdiotis@aol.com Walk-ins welcome!
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Predictions for preseason Games

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STRAIGHTFOOTBALL said:
Was at the game and watched , 1 team played better football than the other. Watched a couple of individuals from both teams deliver points and plays throughout the game . The only thing I'm saying is maybe not you, but several people on this chat forum discounted BM and the New QB, etc . 1st time BM has defeated a California team even the the last State Champion team did not accomplish that.
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Great win for BM. Next weeks game vs Rocklin should be a good one!
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NCP Pick'em Week 2 Games

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Streak One said:
Here is the schedule for this week. Picks are due at 7:00 PM on Friday

St. Mary's-Stockton at Central Catholic
Grant at De La Salle
Inderkum at Marin Catholic
Vanden at Campolindo
Vacaville at Granite Bay
Amador Valley at El Cerrito
St. Ignatius at San Ramon Valley
Riordan at McClymonds
Bellarmine at Menlo-Atherton
Los Gatos at Soquel

Game of the Week Poll- https://norcalpreps.forums.rivals.com/threads/week-2-pickem-game-of-the-week-poll.30664/
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St. Mary's 28, Central 26.(#5)
DLS 35, Grant 17. (#10)
Inderkum 14, Marin Catholic 13.(#1)
Campolindo 28, Vanden 13. (#9)
Granite Bay 28, Vacaville 24. (#8)
El Cerrito 21, Amaror Valley 14.(#4)
St. Ignatius 29, San Ramon Valley 28. (#2)
Riordan 31, McClymonds 27.(#3)
Menlo-Atherton 24, Bellarmine 21.(#6)
Los Gatos 34, Soquel 20. (#7)
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