November 24th 2024.
Boys water polo has been making waves in Division I with the recent match between No. 2 Sacred Heart Prep and No. 1 De La Salle. The game was held in front of a home crowd for Sacred Heart Prep in Atherton, and they were determined not to leave with anything less than the first place medals. Despite a previous loss to De La Salle in the regular season, SHP came back strong and defeated their opponents 9-7, securing the CIF NorCal Division I title for the fourth consecutive year.
Senior Nelson Harris, who led SHP with four goals, expressed his pride in his team and their hard work, stating that it was a great feeling to come back and beat De La Salle on such a significant stage. Sophomore Gates Gamble also had a standout performance with three goals, while goalkeeper Murdoch Baker-Matsuoka recorded an impressive 13 saves. De La Salle's Lukas Peters did his best to keep his team in the game with four goals, but it wasn't enough to overcome SHP's dominant performance.
Head coach Brian Kreutzkamp commended his team for setting a new standard with their championship win, but reminded them not to take it for granted as it was the result of hard work and dedication. He also promised that the next group of players would be just as hungry for success.
The game was evenly matched in the first half, with SHP holding a narrow 6-5 lead going into halftime. However, the second half saw a complete shift in momentum as SHP went on a 3-0 run, fueled by two goals from Harris and a power play score from junior Clay Carrington. Despite a late goal from Peters in the fourth quarter, De La Salle couldn't catch up and SHP emerged as the victors.
For the SHP players, the win was a huge achievement and a memorable way to end their high school careers. Harris expressed his joy at going out as a winner and praised his team for their efforts. The game was also a physical one, with the players giving it their all and making impressive shots and blocks.
In Division II, Menlo School made history by winning its first ever NorCal title in any sport. The Knights put on a dominant performance against Clovis, winning 12-6. Freshman Hunter Coleman led the way with five goals, while Adam Afar and Calvin Barad each scored twice. Goalkeeper Connor Burks also had a fantastic game with 12 saves. Senior captain Jackson Coleman shared that the team played with a fearless attitude and it paid off in the end.
Head coach Jack Bowen credited the team's culture for their success, stating that they wanted to be the best and they achieved that through their hard work and the support of their parents and the Menlo community. The Knights' combination of speed and physicality proved to be too much for Clovis to handle.
In Division III, Ripon took control early on and never looked back, defeating Los Altos 16-10 to secure the title. McKeane Beier and Brody Biedermann each scored three goals in the first period, setting the tone for the rest of the game. Although Los Altos fought back, led by senior William O'Shaughnessy and junior Ferran de Witt, they couldn't overcome Ripon's strong start. It was a well-deserved victory for Ripon, who proved to be the top team in Division III.
The Boys Water Polo Division I match between Sacred Heart Prep and De La Salle was a highly-anticipated event. With the home crowd cheering them on, Sacred Heart Prep was determined to take home the championship title. After a tough loss to De La Salle earlier in the season, the Gators were seeking redemption and they didn't disappoint. In a thrilling game, Sacred Heart Prep emerged victorious with a score of 9-7, making it their fourth consecutive CIF NorCal Division I title.
Senior player Nelson Harris, who scored four goals, expressed his pride in his team's performance. He acknowledged the hard work they had put in, especially after their earlier defeat to De La Salle. The team's goalkeeper, Murdoch Baker-Matsuoka, was also praised for his standout performance, recording 13 saves. On the other side, De La Salle senior Lukas Peters scored four goals but it wasn't enough to secure the win for his team.
Head coach Brian Kreutzkamp was ecstatic about the win and acknowledged the standard that the seniors had set for the team. He reminded them that their success was not normal and encouraged them to pass down their determination and hunger to future players.
The game was evenly matched in the first half, with the Gators holding a slim 6-5 lead. But in the second half, they turned up the heat and went on a 3-0 run, with Harris scoring two goals and junior Clay Carrington adding a power play score. De La Salle managed to score one more goal through Peters, but it wasn't enough to overcome Sacred Heart Prep's lead. The Gators were overjoyed as they celebrated their victory, with Harris expressing his happiness and pride in his team.
The Division II match between Menlo School and Clovis was equally exciting. Menlo, led by freshman Hunter Coleman's five goals, dominated the game and emerged as the champions with a score of 12-6. It was a historic win for the school, as it was their first NorCal title in any sport. Senior captain Jackson Coleman expressed how special it felt to be a part of this moment and how the team played fearlessly. Head coach Jack Bowen credited the team's speed and physicality for their success and praised their strong team culture.
In the Division III match, Ripon took an early lead and never looked back, defeating Los Altos with a score of 16-10. McKeane Beier and Brody Biedermann were the top scorers for Ripon, each contributing three goals. Despite a valiant effort from Los Altos' senior William O'Shaughnessy and junior Ferran de Witt, Ripon's early lead proved to be too much to overcome.
The Girls Water Polo matches also saw some intense competition. In the Division I match, Monte Vista defeated Miramonte 6-5, while in the Division II match, Leland emerged victorious against Soquel with a score of 8-4. The Division III title went to Los Gatos, who beat St. Francis with a score of 6-4. It was a thrilling day of water polo, with each team putting their best efforts on display.
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