Bracket

We have more powerful small school teams embracing the opportunity of a Section Crown! let's take a peek of what we will see tonight!! We have another rematch of League play from the Southern League.
Some of the teams look mismatched, but when the lights turn on anything is possible.


D6- Sutter vs. Hughson- The battle of the Huskie will be biting down to become the Alpha. Sutter had a very close call last week 14-7 over Liberty Ranch. While Hughson blew up Colfax's season 54-13. Sutter has home field advantage, but Calpreps has Hughson winning a close one. I will take the defending State Champions on the road. 33-26



Sonora vs. Bradshaw Christian- The Pride crushed Union Mine and blew by them 41-7. Sonora spoiled Summervilles hopes 45-14. The Wildcats only loss was to Oakdale 27-20. Sonora averages 43 points and the Pride gives up only 7.7 ppg. The Pride will have to stay warm as it will be chilly on the mountain. The Wildcats will be a lot to handle and look to meet Hughson next week for the Crown!



D7- Ripon Christian vs. Orestimba- The Warriors played earlier at Ripon and where jousted by the Knights 42-12. The Warriors defeated Le Grand 49-14. The Knights look headed to a show down with Woodland Christian.
Ripon Christian's only loss was to Central Valley Christian (34 calpreps) of Visalia on the road 63-41.
I will go with the Knights in a closer rematch with the Warriors.
RC 44-20


Woodland Christian vs. Stone Ridge Christian- The Cardinals have cruised through Sacramento Metro league play and have taken down Bradshaw Chr. in week 1. They pecked out the Delta Saints 49-8. The Knights from Merced had no problems at home taking out Valley Christian 70-14. The Knights will travel the gauntlet to the Cardinal nest in Yolo County. This might get messy.
WC 36-14

Coaches,

I just had a team drop out of our JV Tournament called the Island Classic scheduled for December 28-30. All games will be played in the main gym at Alameda High School. You will get 3 games for this tournament. I will work with a team on the tournament entry fee.

We prefer a team to come in a play all 3 days but if you can only 1 or 2 days, at this point we may have to accept that if that is all you can do.


If you are interested in this last spot, please contact me right away! You can reach me on my cell at (510) 610-4400 or via email at: coachshawnhipol@gmail.com



Coach Hip

We can take a look at the D3 through D7 playoffs and predictions of who will advance. 1st let's breakdown the D3/D4/D5 games.
A few home teams might find themselves in a shootout against a powerful visitor who has tasted the Crown!
Tough football and being prepared for big games have brought these matchups to light on Friday night.
We have some newcomers and some veteran teams, here is a look at the games.

D3- Grant vs. Oakdale - The Mustangs have the resume to play anyone at their level, question pending is how long SJS keeps Grant in D3. Oakdale will be a tough out for the Pacers. I feel an upset due to the beat down of Linden 82-7. I know Oakdale will be looking to show some respect. I have Oakdale 44-39. This is a matchup similar to Los Gatos and Grant 22-21. Grant will be tested for discipline on both sides of the ball, can they limit penalties?


Woodcreek vs. Vanden- The Vikings have played a tough schedule, coming close to defeating Campo/Vista Del Lago. The Timberwolves only loss was to Inderkum by 5 at home. This is a very close matchup. Vanden averages just under 35 points per game, while Woodcreek at 41. Woodcreek at home and the drive might tire the Vikings.
Woodcreek 41-35.



D4- Escalon vs. West Park- The Panthers have to visit Southern San Joaquin County and the Fog of Escalon. The Cougars are State Champs and will be home to showcase this powerful squad. West Park can score, yet the struggled against Wood of Vacaville 47-35. If the Panthers want to stay close, they will have to have the best defensive performance of their existence. Escalon look at the schedule they play, only loss to Cal in San Ramon. The Cougars will be dominant and win. Sorry Hillmen, Placer would have been bowed up as well. 44-16




Vista Del Lago vs. Patterson- The Tigers showed they may have a chance in this one versus the Eagles. Blowing by Kimball 40-7. Vista Del Lago only loss was a close matchup vs. Manteca. They won a close match versus Vanden. Patterson better make some stops and turn those into points or Vista Del Lago will tame the Tiger.
vista Del Lago at home in a close game 28-26.



D5- Twelve Bridges vs. Los Banos- The Raging Rhinos who have a very cool name can make claims of the best smalltown Sierra Foothill team. Los Banos has an uphill battle if you will, they will face a Rhino team who has played a tougher league (Pioneer Valley) schedule. The Tigers will have to find some turnovers that they cultivate into points. The downed Center 30-7, Twelve Bridges defeated Center 35-7.
Twelve Bridges at home 37-30

Casa Roble vs. Hilmar- What a turnaround season for HIlmar, they started 1-2 and looked like a tough season. The beat Hughson at home and have played much better. The Rams have been on a mission to get to the Championship game vs. 12 Bridges. Casa Roble will be tested and should expect a very close game. The Rams only loss was to D1 Del Oro 31-13.
My gut says upset, but Casa Roble is tough. Casa Roble 22-18

What a place! I have wanted to get here for years, glad I made it.

I am at Placer for their foundation games.

Just watched the girls smack Yuba City down, 56-32.

But, for me it’s all about this amazing place…

Built in the 30’s, bleachers are raised above floor level sorta like Riordan. Eyes are rim high when sitting front row.

Incredible Hall Of Fame under the home bleachers, ya walk through it to get to the snack bar. Just might be the best hall-of-fame display I’ve ever seen at a high school! Many colleges would be proud of a display this well done.

Reminiscent of the old gyms in the movie Hoosiers!

The returning teams: Bishop O’Dowd, Capital Christian, De La Salle, Jesuit-Carmichael,Modesto Christian, Moreau Catholic, Riordan, Salesian-Richmond and St. Joseph-Santa Maria

The new squads: Branson-Ross, Campbell Hall, Clovis North, Folsom, Notre Dame Prep-Scottsdale (Ariz.), Oakwood, Redwood-Larkspur

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16th annual Nor Cal Tip Off Classic Schedule
Saturday November 25 at Dublin High School

Game 1: 8:00 AM Head-Royce (Oakland) vs Bellarmine (San Jose)
Game 2: 9:30 AM Ygnacio Valley (Concord) vs Lincoln (Stockton)
Game 3: 11:00 AM Dublin vs St. Ignatius (San Francisco)
Game 4: 12:30 PM Weston Ranch (Stockton) vs Bakersfield Christian
Game 5: 2:00 PM Archbishop Riordan (San Francisco) vs Roosevelt (Eastvale)
Game 6: 3:30 PM Vanden (Fairfield) vs Clovis West (Fresno)
Game 7: 5:15 PM San Ramon Valley (Danville) vs Capital Christian (Sacramento)
Game 8: 7:00 PM Archbishop Mitty (San Jose) vs Branson (Ross)
Game 9: 8:30 PM De La Salle (Concord) vs Centennial (Corona)

Thanksgiving & Xmas Holiday Camps are Announced

Come join the PROLIFIC PREP CREW for our future Basketball Camps during Thanksgiving and Xmas Holiday. We made them extremely affordable during these tough times, so that everyone can enjoy some hoops during the holidays! We haven’t announced our XMAS HOLIDAY CAMPS Dates yet, but below is our Thanksgiving Camp coming up shortly.

ThanksGiving Bball Camp:

Nov 20-22nd @ Napa Christian from 10-1pm. The camp is open to all ages and is $165 per camper. We also have multi family Sibling discounts ($150 per family member). Please see the flyer above. We also allow single day walk ups ($65 per day)


To sign up visit: https://store.jglove.com/thanksgiving

For more info, contact (707) 849-1212, or via email at ProlificSummerAcademy@gmail.com.

Thanksgiving & Xmas Holiday Camps are Announced

Come join the PROLIFIC PREP CREW for our future Basketball Camps during Thanksgiving and Xmas Holiday. We made them extremely affordable during these tough times, so that everyone can enjoy some hoops during the holidays! We haven’t announced our XMAS HOLIDAY CAMPS Dates yet, but below is our Thanksgiving Camp coming up shortly.

ThanksGiving Bball Camp:

Nov 20-22nd @ Napa Christian from 10-1pm. The camp is open to all ages and is $165 per camper. We also have multi family Sibling discounts ($150 per family member). Please see the flyer above. We also allow single day walk ups ($65 per day)


To sign up visit: https://store.jglove.com/thanksgiving

For more info, contact (707) 849-1212, or via email at ProlificSummerAcademy@gmail.com.

The HS Hoop season is finally back and we are excited to host our 3rd Showcase to kick off the season. We have some top teams coming out including a team coming from out of state! Games will take place at the Fortune Pavilion address is 10420 Big Horn Blvd Elk Grove, CA 95757. We have 7 games scheduled for the day (1 JV, 6 Varsity games) featuring future DI and other college players. Last year was a packed house and it will be the same this year as well. The lineup will go as follows:

10:00am Monterey Trail JV (Sacramento, CA) vs Vanden JV (Fairfield, CA)

11:30am Leroy Greene (Sacramento, CA) vs West Campus (Sacramento, CA)

1:00pm Woodcreek (Roseville, CA) vs Rodriguez (Fairfield, CA)

2:30pm Sac High (Sacramento, CA) vs Monterey Trail (Sacramento, CA)

4:00pm Vanden (Fairfield, CA) vs Birmingham Charter (Los Angeles, CA)

5:30pm Fortune Early College (Elk Grove, CA) vs Venture Academy (Stockton, CA)

7:00pm Inderkum (Sacramento, CA) vs Lee High (Huntsville, AL)

No major upsets last week in D1-D2 some close contests no doubt and now onto the Semifinals.
This week's playoff games showcase a few rematches from earlier in the year. A chance for a few unexpected squads to move-up.


D1- Folsom vs. Inderkum- The Tigers blasted Monterey Trail 50-21 and now have a chance to push the Bulldogs into the yard. Folsom still the favorite. 35-33
Central Catholic vs. Oak Ridge- The Trojans showed dominance over Turlock 45-6, The Raiders were slowed by The Vikings from Edison. Oak Ridge has a 50.9 calprep rating and best win this season was versus Del Oro 39.5 calprep. Central's best win was versus Manteca who has a 41.5 calprep rating. Central Catholic by a TD 24-17

D2- St. Mary's vs. Manteca- The Rams dominated the 1st round and crushed Vacaville Bears season allowing less than 100 yards total offense, who averaged 38 points per game the last 3 games. The Buffaloes surprised many by defeating Granite Bay twice at home. Manteca is now at full force. Rams are on a mission to get a State Crown. St. Mary's 24-22
Del Oro vs. Rocklin- The Eagles in a wild 40-34 3ot win at Jesuit might be their last soaring moment as they face
the Thunder of Rocklin who destroyed Downey. The Thunder continues the storm in a battle of SFL foes. Rocklin 31-30.

Will post offers here in one place as I see them. Here are two ones I saw yesterday

Berean Christain/Jason Kidd Select 2024 post Gaby Abigor has been offered by Portland

McClatchy/JBS 2025 forward Nina Cain has been offered by Arizona

Delta

Who won this tournament?
One of the few things I miss about Stockton

His football future has been talked about on here during the season. Looks like it could now continue in college too

We are still looking for teams for our JV tournament. Freshman teams are welcome. If you are interested, please shoot me a call.

Joe Passalacqua
Windsor High School
707-477-6585
jrp@passalacqualaw.com

Girls
3/4, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th Grade

Boys
3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th Grade

• High School Rules apply
• 4-6 Teams per Division
• $325.00 with a 3 Game Guarantee
• Official Referees
• Gym Managers Onsite
• Open to all teams, Club, CYO and School Teams

Come Run With Me
Registrations: www.Dawgsclub.com

Locations: City College of SF, Terra Nova - Pacifica
and surrounding gyms

Tournament Director Alfonso Joo 650-267-3678
Email alfonsojoo@yahoo.com

Girls
3/4, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th Grade

Boys
3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th Grade

• High School Rules apply
• 4-6 Teams per Division
• $325.00 with a 3 Game Guarantee
• Official Referees
• Gym Managers Onsite
• Open to all teams, Club, CYO and School Teams

Come Run With Me
Registrations: www.Dawgsclub.com

Locations: City College of SF, Terra Nova - Pacifica
and surrounding gyms

Tournament Director Alfonso Joo 650-267-3678
Email alfonsojoo@yahoo.com

There was talk of Peters stepping down after last year, but now it looks more official. Sounds like Mack is planning a celebration for the last home game

He joins Casey Taylor (Oak Ridge) and Roger Canepa (Central Catholic) to get milestone wins this season. Congrats to Mark who has done really good work on a couple of public schools in the CCS.

Sorry if I'm leaving any other coaching milestones out.

Twelve Bridges beat Rosemont 67-25: Whit Kruse had five touchdown passes (four to Isaiah Rodriguez) and Nathan Crawford had three rushing touchdowns. Michael Cherry had four touchdowns for Rosemont.

Hilmar beat Pioneer 41-32: Hilmar junior Caden Bailey rushed for 202 yards and two touchdowns and added 162 receiving yards and two scores.

Sutter beat Liberty Ranch 14-7: Sutter led 14-0 at the end of the third quarter