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The Lancers held their annual postseason awards banquet on Monday, May 12 at Cordova High School.
Lancers Baseball Hands Out Team Awards

May 21, 2025 09:06AM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lancers varsity baseball program held its annual awards banquet on Monday, May 12 at Cordova High School.

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The Bubble Ball, an underwater-themed extravaganza, took place on Saturday, May 17 at Hagan Park Community Center.
A ‘Shellibration’ of Everything Mermaid

May 21, 2025 08:58AM ● By Ornella Rossi and photos by Rick Sloan

For three days each May, the sea meets the streets in a celebration of all things mermaid.

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Rainbow Group Brings Sea Academy by Mermaid Magic to California Mermaid Convention
Rainbow Group Brings Sea Academy by Mermaid Magic to California Mermaid Convention

May 13, 2025 03:18PM ● By Modern Fanatic News Release

Beloved Netflix Series Characters to Inspire Families Through Games, Trivia, and Eco-Education at Annual Event

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Student athletes
St. Francis Celebrates 17 Future Collegiate Athletes

May 13, 2025 11:07AM ● By St. Francis Catholic High School News Release

St. Francis Catholic High School honored a total of 17 senior students who committed to compete in ten different collegiate sports during the spring edition of its National Letter of Intent and College Commitment celebration on the morning of May 1.

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Connections Academy at Gateway Offers K-10 Virtual Schooling for Northern California Families

May 13, 2025 10:39AM ● By Connections Academy at Gateway News Release

The tuition-free virtual public charter program is now enrolling for the 2025-2026 school year

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The traditional Maypole dance transported iFest to Bavaria and Austria, courtesy of Sacramento Turn Verein Alpentanzer Schuhplattler.
‘Small World, Big Party’

May 13, 2025 10:03AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

Rancho Cordova iFest Unites Cultures in Colorful Celebration

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Lancers Golf Qualify Three for Divisionals

May 07, 2025 09:20AM ● By James Darnell

Coming off its first season in the Metro League, the Cordova boys’ golf team has qualified three standout young student-athletes for the Sac Joaquin Section Division II Divisional Tournament at Bing Maloney Golf Course in Sacramento.

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The annual Scholarships and Awards Ceremony on May 1 recognized 126 seniors for academic excellence, leadership, community service, and post-secondary achievements
Cordova Seniors Shine Bright

May 07, 2025 08:53AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

CHS Scholarship and Awards Ceremony

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Lancers Baseball team with the head coach
Lancers Earn Play-In Berth

May 06, 2025 04:37PM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers earned a spot in the inaugural CIF (California Interscholastic Federation) Sac Joaquin Section Division II play-in game in perhaps the most dramatic fashion possible, with a nail-biting 4-3 victory in extra innings at El Dorado on Friday, May 2 in its non-league regular season finale.

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With more than 120 exhibitors, children of all ages had the opportunity to participate in free hands-on activities.
Champions of Fun

Apr 29, 2025 11:38AM ● By Ornella Rossi, photos by Rick Sloan

Kid’s Day Celebrates Family and Sports

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Children with the Easter Bunny
An Egg-straordinary Time with Cordova Recreation and Park District

Apr 22, 2025 04:00PM ● By Shelby Golden, Cordova Recreation and Park District

The weekend weather was perfect as thousands of people celebrated together at Cordova Recreation & Park District’s (CRPD) Hoppin’ & Huntin’ at Hagan event on Saturday, April 12.

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Ryla’s Law to Hold Child Abusers Accountable

Apr 22, 2025 03:46PM ● By Office of Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

On April 8, the Assembly Public Safety Committee approved Ryla’s Law (Assembly Bill 1011) authored by Assemblymember Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) to limit early release for those convicted of child abuse that results in the death of the child.

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Students playing baseball.
Lancers Baseball Battling for Playoff Berth

Apr 15, 2025 11:19AM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lancers have their work cut out for them.

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1965 graduating class will participate at the 2025 graduation commencement ceremony.
Class of ’65 to Participate in Grad Ceremonies

Apr 15, 2025 10:02AM ● By Mike Marando

When Cordova High School’s 2025 Senior class graduates May 30 at Cordova Stadium, a group of notable guests will be there to give special well-wishes: several members of the school’s first graduating Class of 1965.

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Stakes Are High for Lancers Volleyball

Apr 15, 2025 09:57AM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

Team Must Win Out to Make Postseason

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Marauder Trio Dominates at Girls State Wrestling Championship

Apr 08, 2025 04:13PM ● By MPG Staff

Coming off impressive wins at the Sacramento Regional Wrestling championships last month, Mitchell Middle School Marauders Erica Banks (107 pounds), Aubrey Vasquez-Paz (112 pounds), and Jayden McCullar (145 pounds) from Mitchell Middle School in Rancho Cordova competed at the Girls Middle School State Wrestling Championships in San Leandro on March 29.

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Lady Lancers Strong Start Fuels Win Over Grant

Apr 08, 2025 03:49PM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

Whenever you score 10 runs in the first inning of a softball game, you're doing something right.

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Hop Into Spring with CRPD’s Upcoming Events

Apr 08, 2025 03:30PM ● By Cordova Recreation & Park District News Release

Celebrate the Spring season with the Cordova Recreation & Park District’s (CRPD) upcoming events. Hosted in Cordova Recreation & Park District parks and facilities, these events invite the community to enjoy some quality fun outside with family and friends.

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Lancers Sweep Season Series Against Grant

Apr 01, 2025 03:33PM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

The Cordova Lancers completed a sweep of the Metro League baseball season series against the Grant Pacers with a 6-1 victory at home on Friday, March 28.

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Girls Kick Off 60th Season

Apr 01, 2025 03:21PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Cordova Girls Softball League Celebrates Anniversary

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Lancers' Gorman Named to Optimist All Star Game

Mar 26, 2025 09:39AM ● By James Darnell

Cordova Lancers' senior Malachi Gorman has certainly accomplished a ton on the hardwood this year.

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Lancers Claim First Metro League Win

Mar 26, 2025 09:33AM ● By James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers have been on a roll leading up to the most important stretch of their season and that momentum continued during a 3-0 (25-18, 25-23, 26-24) match victory at home against McClatchy on March 18 in the Metro League opener for both teams.

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Marauders Win Big at Regional Wrestling Tournament

Mar 26, 2025 09:19AM ● By MPG Staff

Wrestlers, from W.E. Mitchell Middle School (the Marauders) in Rancho Cordova, stood out at the Sacramento Regional Middle School Wrestling Tournament in the Girls’ Division held in Folsom on Jan. 22.

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Youth Football Helmet Law Proposed

Mar 25, 2025 11:53AM ● By Office of Assemblymember Avelino Valencia News Release

California Assemblymember Avelino Valencia (D-Anaheim) has introduced Assembly Bill 708 to protect young athletes by permitting the use of soft-shelled helmet add-ons during practices and games.

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Little League’s 71st Season in Full Stride

Mar 19, 2025 10:15AM ● By Rick Sloan, photos by Rick Sloan

Springtime has always been the favorite season of the year for many. It is the time where we dust off our cleats, oil our gloves and loosen our arms for the start of another baseball season.

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Girl Scouts Complete Mural Renovation for Church

Mar 19, 2025 09:51AM ● By Margaret Snider

A mural painted long ago on an outside wall at United Methodist Church in Rancho Cordova had faded because of weather and time. Ambassador Girl Scout Isabella Lopez, now 17, a member of Troop 702, suggested that it would be good to repair or replace it.

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Lancers Drop League Opener

Mar 19, 2025 09:24AM ● By James Darnell

Despite dropping their Metro League opener 8-0 at home against McClatchy on Tuesday, March 11, the Cordova Lancers came away feeling like they can compete with anyone.

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Lancers Golf Ready to Hit the Links

Mar 04, 2025 02:42PM ● By James Darnell, photos by James Darnell

The Cordova Lancers varsity boys’ golf team has been hard at work out at Mather Golf Course during the week in preparation for their spring season.

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City’s Education Future Discussed

Feb 26, 2025 11:38AM ● By Ornella Rossi

During the Rancho Cordova City Council meeting on Feb. 18, the future of public education within the city was discussed. The conversation centered on concerns about school services and the feasibility of creating a standalone school district for Rancho Cordova students.

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You Can Prevent Teen Dating Violence

Feb 19, 2025 12:42PM ● By Soroptimist International of Rancho Cordova & Gold River News Release

Romantic relationships between teenagers are incredibly complicated. The undertaking of a relationship very often requires more maturity than most teens have developed.

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Embracing a New Season

Feb 19, 2025 09:36AM ● By James Darnell, photos by Rick Sloan

For Lancers' head coach Scott Ahlstrom and his Cordova High team, spring signifies the start of a new season, where all their goals and aspirations are within reach.

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Library Helps Teens Shine Bright on Prom Night

Feb 11, 2025 12:13PM ● By Sacramento Public Library News Release

Starting Feb. 15, Sacramento Public Library is hosting 17 free prom giveaway events across the region.

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Gorman Leading Lancers by His Strong Example

Feb 11, 2025 11:56AM ● By James Darnell

This past August, Cordova Lancers' senior forward Malachi Gorman was kicked out of an open gym session for aspiring basketball players held by new head coach Kevin Bridgeforth.

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Local Teens Triumph in Junior Bike Program

Feb 11, 2025 11:13AM ● By Ornella Rossi

During the Feb 3. City Council meeting, members of the Cordova High School Velo Lancers and the American River Bike Patrol (ARBP) were invited to present and celebrate the success of the patrol’s Junior Bike Program.

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Mitchell Marauders Grapple to Gold

Feb 05, 2025 12:28PM ● By Head Coach Joe Zilles, photos by Head Coach Joe Zilles

The Mitchell Middle School wrestling season started in November and the team has shown steady improvement posting impressive wins over Mills and Folsom middle schools in head-to-head dual matches in January.

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