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The Redwood High School girls' flag football team trains before sunrise, has already posted an 80‑0 win, and is poised for a championship run as the sport expands across Central California.
Golden West's opening victory was vacated, while Tulare Union, Redwood and Golden West headline the week‑two predictions amid a slate of promising matchups.
Blake Duncan’s first‑play touchdown not only rewrites Visalia Unified’s record books but also signals a growing movement of girls’ flag football across the Central Valley.
Exavier Jackson’s debut against Dinuba showcased a blend of size, skill and lineage that has already attracted multiple college suitors.
A look at the recent performances of Indiana State University alumni across the Chicago Cubs, New York Mets and a host of Double‑A and High‑A clubs, showcasing a deepening pipeline of talent.
Jesse Lira, a former Golden West football star, has taken on his first head coaching role at El Diamante High School, a program that has struggled to find stability in recent years. Inspired by his late coach Rod Starr, Lira emphasizes character, accountability and teamwork, drawing on Starr’s coaching philosophy. With a new coaching staff and key players like Gauge Rivas, Lira plans to implement a spread offense and 4-2-5 defense, focusing on building a positive culture and resilience among players. Despite a 0-10 record, his vision centers on fostering commitment and overcoming challenges through mentorship and teamwork.
New head coach Tim Adebayo returns to the Central Valley, blending his own modest upbringing with a vision to reshape Mt. Whitney High’s football culture and give its players a lasting legacy.
Eighteen teams, fresh leagues and promising talent promise an exciting campaign across Tulare County.
Northwestern State University announced a 11‑player recruiting class that mixes experienced transfers with promising newcomers, signaling a strategic push to strengthen the men's basketball program.
The Tulare Union basketball team was named Tulare County high school boys' sports team of the year for the 2025‑26 season after a 31‑5 record, tournament titles, and a near‑state championship run.
The Immanuel Eagles clinched the Central Section D-IV Baseball Championship on May 27, delivering a 16-7 win over Monache and securing their first section title since 2013.
An exhibition game in Visalia highlighted the Granny Basketball League’s community‑focused rules, and a upcoming forum will explore the creation of a Tulare County team.