
Alius Mayo Commits to Cal Football
Alius Mayo, a 6‑4 defensive back from Modesto Junior College, has committed to Cal, bringing size, athleticism and a 3.6 GPA to the 2027 roster.
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Alius Mayo, a 6‑4 defensive back from Modesto Junior College, has committed to Cal, bringing size, athleticism and a 3.6 GPA to the 2027 roster.

The initial 2027 junior college football rankings from 247Sports spotlight standout prospects Alius Mayo and Christian Mays, emphasizing the rising importance of interior and edge talent ahead of the next draft cycle.
Former Modesto JC and Cal State Fullerton standout Paul Contreras was selected in the fourth round of the 2026 MLB Draft by the New York Yankees, capping a decorated college career that included Big West co‑Player of the Year honors and multiple records.

The 44th annual Cal‑Hi Sports All‑State Baseball Teams reveal the region’s elite, highlighting Pitcher of the Year Cole Engels, slugger Dylan Lee, and the legacy of Derrek Lee, while intern Isai Gutierrez drives the nomination process.

Bill Flarida, a Mariposa County High School alumnus, has been appointed head coach of the boys basketball program, bringing deep local roots, extensive playing and coaching experience, and a commitment to removing financial barriers for young athletes.

The first Lions All‑Star Flag Football Game concluded with the North squad defeating the South 44‑6, showcasing standout talents and future ambitions.

The third annual Merced County All-Star Football Classic delivered a dramatic showdown, highlighted by A.J. Jones' standout performance and a narrow girls' flag football win for the North.
The St. Cloud Rox have announced seven new players for the 2026 season, highlighting a mix of left‑handed pitchers, a freshman arm, and a versatile infielder as the club gears up for its season opener.

Don Reid, who led Merced College’s men’s basketball team to back‑to‑back state titles and later coached the United Arab Emirates National Olympic team, died at 89. The campus court bears his name as a tribute to his enduring influence.
Don Reid, the Hall of Fame coach who guided Merced College’s men’s basketball program to back‑to‑back state championships in the late 1970s, died at 89. His career spanned decades of impact on campus, international play, and women’s sports.

The Santa Rosa Junior College baseball team erased an 11‑6 deficit to defeat Modesto Junior College 12‑11, securing a berth in the Regional Finals against Ohlone College on May 15.