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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.
The 2026 All-Orange County baseball team was recognized for outstanding performances, with Jared Grindlinger named Player of the Year, Drew Slevcove honored as Pitcher of the Year, and Jim Kiefer awarded Coach of the Year. Their achievements helped their schools capture championships and dominate the All-County selections.
The 2026 All‑Star team highlights elite pitchers, power hitters and versatile players who led their schools to championships and set new benchmarks for the region.
The St. John Bosco baseball team captured its second consecutive CIF‑Southern Section Division I title, defeating Norco 2‑0. Julian Garcia’s 14 strikeouts and the squad’s resilient offense underscore a remarkable season revival.
St. John Bosco’s Julian Garcia threw a complete‑game one‑hitter with 14 strikeouts, delivering a comeback victory that secured the team’s second straight CIF Southern Section Division 1 title.
Julian Garcia’s dominant pitching lifts St. John Bosco to a 2-0 victory over Norco, securing a second consecutive Division 1 baseball championship and cementing his redemption after surgery.
Four Inland high school baseball programs will contest CIF Southern Section championship finals, featuring standout pitchers, batters and draft‑eligible talent.
Nine championship games will be played across divisions, with St. John Bosco and Norco facing off in the Division 1 final, while rising stars prepare to make their mark.
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.