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Goalkeeper Danny Vitiello and defender Jared Timmer of the Sacramento Republic FC sign multi-year contracts with the club

Republic FC Inks Danny Vitiello and Jared Timmer to Multi-Year Contracts

Jul 14, 2025 01:33PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Republic FC announced that the club has reached agreements with goalkeeper Danny Vitiello and defender Jared Timmer, signing both players to new multi-year contracts, pending league and federation approval. Per club policy, the terms of the contracts were not disclosed.

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Sacramento State Athletics women's soccer coaches

Women’s Soccer Adds Six Commitments to 2025 Class

Jul 14, 2025 01:28PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Reigning Big Sky Conference Tournament champion, California State University, Sacramento women’s soccer team added six more new faces to its roster for the upcoming fall campaign, gaining four transfers and a pair of standout freshman to the fold, head coach Randy Dedini recently announced.

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Major league baseball player for the Athletics

A’s Players Receive Recognition

Jul 14, 2025 01:23PM ● By Athletics News Releases

Athletics’ first baseman Nick Kurtz has been named the American League Rookie of the Month for June.

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Max Arfsten claimed Man of the Match honors after a goal and an assist against Costa Rica

Former Aggie Lifts USMNT to Gold Cup Semifinals

Jul 14, 2025 01:18PM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

Former UC Davis soccer standout Max Arfsten delivered a career-defining performance for the U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT) on June 29, powering a 2-2 (4-3 PKs) quarterfinal victory over Costa Rica in the Concacaf Gold Cup and earning Man of the Match honors.

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Class of 2025 is inducted into the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame this fall

2025 Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame Honorees Announced

Jul 08, 2025 04:07PM ● By Rancho Cordova Athletic Association News Release

An incredible varsity baseball team, a women’s track and field legend, two football and softball star players, and a pair of revered coaches will be honored when the Class of 2025 is inducted into the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame this fall.

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Jacqueline Morrison was a four-year varsity player for the Lady Lancers with numerous accolades.

Morrison Cherishes Time at Cordova

Jul 08, 2025 04:01PM ● By James Darnell

Former Lady Lancers' softball standout selected for Sports Hall of Fame

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Longtime coach and educator Alan Withers will receive the “Heart of a Champion” award during the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame

Withers Honored with Hall of Fame Selection

Jul 08, 2025 03:55PM ● By James Darnell

Those around longtime head coach and educator Alan Withers would tell you “It's about time,” upon hearing the recent news that he is being inducted into the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame this September.

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From left are Hall of Famers Tony Harris, Kevin Appino, Dianne Yost Goldman, Joey Ortiz, Terry Peyton and Jerry Ahlin participated in this year's Fourth of July parade.

Honoring the Past and Celebrating the Future

Jul 08, 2025 03:47PM ● By Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame News Release

The theme of the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame’s entry into the city’s Fourth of July parade appropriately alluded to inspiring future generations of athletes with a bow to the city’s rich and storied athletic history.

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In Las Vegas on June 16, the Sacramento Republic FC Academy’s U13 team wins the international Copa Rayados

High Quality Development at Republic FC Academy

Jul 08, 2025 09:49AM ● By Seth Henderson

The Sacramento Republic FC Academy’s U13 team won the international Copa Rayados tournament in Las Vegas on June 16 without conceding a goal, ranking first in the Northwest Division for quality of play, rated at 86.2.

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A's Jacob Wilson Elected Starter for All-Star Game

Jul 08, 2025 09:45AM ● By Athletics News Release

Jacob Wilson from the Athletics has been elected by the fans as starting shortstop for the American League in the 2025 All-Star Game at Atlanta on July 15.

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University of California, Davis men's basketball alumnus TY Johnson is in the Los Angeles Lakers’ summer league.

TY Johnson Signs with Lakers

Jul 08, 2025 09:43AM ● By University of California, Davis Athletics News Release

University of California, Davis men's basketball alumnus TY Johnson has signed a summer league contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, following the 2025 NBA Draft.

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Jackson Slater has been named Sacramento State's Male Student-Athlete of the Year

Sac State’s Jackson Slater Named Student-Athlete of the Year

Jul 08, 2025 09:37AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Football's Jackson Slater has been named California State University, Sacramento's Male Student-Athlete of the Year.

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Joey Ortiz is a Cordova graduate from the Class of 1989.

Ortiz Has the Heart of a Champion

Jul 01, 2025 04:16PM ● By James Darnell

Former Lancers' standout has overcome many obstacles en route to Sports Hall of Fame

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Two of the Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame founders, Conrade Mayer and Mike Marando (left) are eager to celebrate the 10th annual induction ceremony

10 Years and Counting!

Jul 01, 2025 04:11PM ● By James Darnell

The Rancho Cordova Sports Hall of Fame is celebrating its 10th anniversary in September

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Rep. Kiley Calls on CIF to Comply with Department of Education’s Title IX Conditions

Jul 01, 2025 02:15PM ● By U.S. Rep. Kevin Kiley News Release

The U.S. Department of Education has found that the California Interscholastic Federation’s (CIF) policy of allowing biological males to participate in sports with girls is in “clear violation” of Title IX.

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Sacramento State to Join The Big West

Jun 30, 2025 06:13PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

The Big West proudly announced that Sacramento State will join the conference as a full member beginning in the 2026-27 academic year.

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Dylan Westbrook from Oak Ridge, a freshman at American River College, was named to the Rawlings Pacific Division All-American third team, according to ARC head baseball coach

Westbrook Named 3rd Team JC All-American

Jun 30, 2025 06:10PM ● By American River College Athletics News Release

American River College Freshman Dylan Westbrook from Oak Ridge was named to the Rawlings Pacific Division All-American third team, according to ARC head baseball coach Doug Jumelet.

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Zac Barragan Reidt won the Boys Overall Championship in a thrilling four-way playoff at Mather Golf Course

57th County Junior Championship

Jun 30, 2025 06:06PM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

Zac Barragan Reidt and Allie Nguyen captured overall titles in dramatic fashion at the 57th Sacramento County Junior Championship, held June 16 and 17 at Mather Golf Course.

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Seven members of University of California, Davis track and field earned 2025 College Sports Communicators Academic All-District honors

Seven Aggies Earn Academic All-District Honors

Jun 30, 2025 05:50PM ● By University of California, Davis Athletics News Release

Seven members of University of California, Davis track and field earned 2025 College Sports Communicators Academic All-District honors as announced on June 24 by College Sports Communicators as part of the full roll out of its national track and field academic postseason awards.

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Kings Announce Coaching Staff for 2025-26 Season

Jun 27, 2025 03:56PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

The Sacramento Kings announced June 24 the members of head coach Doug Christie’s coaching staff for the 2025-26 season.

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Lancers defensive lineman Julian Drahn

Drahn Excited Entering Senior Season

Jun 24, 2025 03:40PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers' incoming senior defensive lineman Julian Drahn has accomplished a ton during his time as a standout on the varsity football team.

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The victorious 10U Girls Softball team

Girls Softball Stars Shine

Jun 24, 2025 02:52PM ● By Cordova Girls Softball President Rod Borba and photos by Rick Sloan

All six Cordova Girls Softball, Fury All Star teams, competed in the 27th annual Stars of Cordova Fastpitch Tournament at the Mills Middle School Softball Complex.

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Sacramento State University women's tennis team claimed its second straight Big Sky Conference Tournament title and NCAA Tournament berth

Women’s Tennis Recruits Among Mid-Major Top 25

Jun 24, 2025 08:36AM ● By California State University, Sacramento Athletics News Release

California State University, Sacramento women’s tennis team’s 2025 recruiting class has been ranked No. 18 in the nation among all mid-major programs, according to Tennis Recruiting Network.

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Blake Willey became the second youngest player to start for Republic FC in a season opener.

Blake Willey Claims Championship Silverware

Jun 24, 2025 08:32AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

On opening night, homegrown player Blake Willey became the second youngest player to start for Republic FC in a season opener.

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Cayden Pitzer, a sophomore and a swimmer from American River College, was named Tri-Swimmer of the Meet and won Performance of the Meet awards

ARC Record Swimmer Named State Athlete of the Year

Jun 24, 2025 08:24AM ● By California Community College Athletic Association and American River College websites

American River College swimmer Cayden Pitzer was recently honored as the 2024–25 California Community College Sports Information Association (CCCSIA) State Male Athlete of the Year, solidifying his status as one of the top junior college athletes in the state.

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Winston Williams has been named the second-best returning tight end in the nation

Williams is Nation’s Second Best Returning Tight End

Jun 24, 2025 08:18AM ● By University of California, Davis Athletics News Releases

University of California, Davis’ returning senior tight end Winston Williams has been named the second-best returning tight end in the nation by HERO Sports as part of its 2025 Football Championship Series season preview.

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Cordova Lancers quarterback Trey Wallace was invited to attend an exclusive camp at the University of Nevada-Reno last weekend

Wallace Putting in the Work

Jun 18, 2025 12:09PM ● By James Darnell

Lancers' QB Trey Wallace hopes his hard work pays off

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Co-Ed Youth League Tips Off at Golden 1

Jun 17, 2025 01:52PM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

The Kings and Queens Rise Co-ed Youth Sports and Mentoring League, an initiative of The Center at Sierra Health Foundation’s Black Child Legacy Campaign program, launches its eighth season this week with a tip-off event hosted by league partner, the Sacramento Kings.

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California State University, Sacramento Hornets’ associate head women’s tennis coach Jack Maddocks speaks with student-athletes Mayya Gorbunova and Reese Walker during a dual match at home against Nevada in 2024

Tennis Coach Named Region’s Top Assistant

Jun 17, 2025 01:49PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

California State University, Sacramento associate head women’s tennis coach Jack Maddocks was honored by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association and named the Northwest Region Assistant Coach of the Year on June 10.

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Sacramento State University Soccer team gather on the field

Men’s Soccer Announces 2025 Slate

Jun 17, 2025 01:46PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

California State University, Sacramento head men’s soccer coach Michael Linenberger announced June 12 an 18-match regular season schedule for 2025, a slate that includes a trio of National Collegiate Athletic Association Tournament qualifiers and six opponents that finished inside the final top 100 in the end-of-season Rating Percentage Index (RPI) rankings.

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The Cordova Lady Lancers’ varsity flag football gather in a circle celebrating

Little Named Flag Football Coach

Jun 11, 2025 08:29AM ● By James Darnell, photos by James Darnell

The Cordova Lady Lancers’ varsity flag football program recently hired Kim Little to be their next head coach, according to Cordova High School Athletic Director JP Dolliver.

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Junior Levi Nyberg did a little bit of everything to lead Lancer’s baseball this spring

Lee, Nyberg Named Spring 2025 Sports Standouts

Jun 11, 2025 08:11AM ● By James Darnell

With the school year and spring sports season ending, the Grapevine Independent is recognizing standout athletes for their performance this spring at Cordova High School.

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Freshman Named to All-Metro Team

Jun 10, 2025 04:57PM ● By James Darnell

Cordova Lancers’ freshman tennis standout Perry Mayer was recently named to the 2025 All-Metro League team for the spring season.

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Railyards Will Deliver Billions in Economic Output

Jun 10, 2025 03:15PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Economic impact analysis shows Railyards will deliver billions in economic output, nearly 24,000 jobs and unlock one of the city’s largest projects

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Kade Brown, a right-hander from Elk Grove, is one of four underclassmen on the list of 13 finalists for the 2025 National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association’s Stopper of the Year award.

Sac State's Kade Brown is a National Finalist

Jun 10, 2025 03:11PM ● By California State University, Sacramento News Release

Sacramento State sophomore closer Kade Brown was named as one of 13 finalists for the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association’s Stopper of the Year award given to the nation’s top reliever in NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) Division I baseball.

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