The Cal High Grizzlies showcased strong performances across various sports during the NCS playoffs this spring, notably in boys tennis, volleyball, and golf. Although boys tennis lost in the semifinals to San Francisco University, senior Kenn Wijesekara secured third place individually, highlighting his consistent performance. The boys volleyball team made a notable return to the postseason after years of rebuilding, finishing with an 18-15 record but losing in the first round. The softball team advanced to the opening round of the playoffs, winning their first game before falling to top-seeded Alameda. Meanwhile, the baseball team narrowly lost their playoff opener against McKinleyville High, and the boys golf team placed 11th at the championship, led by standout performances from several players.

By the Numbers
  • Boys Tennis finished regular season 14-2 overall, placing fourth in NCS.
  • Boys Volleyball finished with an 18-15 record, returning to the playoffs after 10 years.
  • Softball entered NCS playoffs as the eighth seed after a 14-11 overall season.
  • Boys Golf placed 11th out of 21 schools in the NCS Championship with a score of 415.
State of Play
  • Boys Tennis faced a semifinal defeat, ending their season but affirmed strong overall performance.
  • Boys Volleyball marked a significant improvement but exited early in the playoffs.
  • The Softball team displayed improved dynamics leading up to the playoffs.
  • Baseball narrowly lost in the playoffs despite a balanced season record.
What's Next

The Grizzlies are expected to build on this season's successes with many players returning, particularly in tennis and volleyball. Upcoming training sessions will focus on enhancing teamwork and strategy to improve future playoff performances. Additionally, the program aims to leverage the momentum from their NCS participation to attract more talent and improve overall competitiveness.

Bottom Line

The spring season's NCS playoffs highlighted Cal High's athletic programs' potential and progress, reflecting substantial growth, teamwork, and individual achievement. Maintaining this momentum and focus will be crucial for future successes.