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Jared Grindlinger, a two‑way standout from Huntington Beach, was crowned the 2026 Mr. Baseball State Player of the Year, a distinction that underscores his exceptional performance during a breakthrough season.
Senior shortstop James Tronstein earns top local honors after a .584 season, while teammates and rivals deliver memorable performances ahead of the July draft.
Harvard-Westlake's James Tronstein is named baseball player of the year, while JSerra's Liliana Escobar earns softball player of the year honors. Coaches Gus Rico and Matt Mowry are recognized for guiding the Patriots to a historic league title, and emerging athletes secure scholarships and new leadership roles across the region.
Amir Jones, a standout high school guard, has signed a financial aid agreement to join the Colorado men's basketball program for the 2026‑27 campaign.
The Harvard-Westlake girls varsity volleyball and field hockey teams each secured a championship this season, earning rings and admiration at a school-wide assembly.
St. John Bosco defeated Harvard-Westlake 3-1 with Moises Razo driving in the winning run, while Norco beat Sherman Oaks Notre Dame 5-2. The championship matchup will pit Julian Garcia against Jordan Ayala, with other divisions also delivering exciting finals.
The Wolverines' season ended in Bellflower after a 3‑1 loss to St. John Bosco, but freshman Louis Lappe's standout performance offers a glimpse of future promise.
A preview of the upcoming CIF Southern Section baseball finals, highlighting key matchups, broadcast details and standout performances from across the state.
The recent quarterfinal round of the CIF Southern Section high school baseball playoffs concluded last week, and fans can now vote for the High School on SI Southern California baseball player of the week. Ten nominees from games played between May 18 and May 24 are on the ballot, with voting ending on May 31 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time. The winner will be announced next week.
Jason Collins, who broke new ground in the NBA and later faced a high‑profile battle with glioblastoma, was remembered for his defensive grit, his historic coming out and his advocacy for LGBTQ+ inclusion.
The Titans lost 11‑0 to Huntington Beach in their CIF Southern Section opener, a game that featured a five‑run fourth inning and strong performances by Mason and Cunningham. They now travel to La Mirada for an elimination showdown against Harvard‑Westlake.