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Second-Grader is National Taekwondo Champion

Aug 21, 2025 11:45AM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

Another success story has emerged from Galt’s Robinson’s Taekwondo as 8-year-old Tristan Toledo captured the USA Taekwondo National Championship in Ontario, California, two weeks ago.

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Sacramento Republic FC’s goalkeeper, Danny Vitiello

Vitiello Named July Player of the Month

Aug 19, 2025 08:14AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

United Soccer League Championship announced that Republic FC goalkeeper Danny Vitiello had been named the league's Player of the Month for July on Aug. 7.

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Hornet Duo Honored

Aug 19, 2025 08:10AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Women’s Soccer Picked Fourth in Big Sky Preseason Poll

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UC Davis Ranked No. 7 In Preseason

Aug 19, 2025 08:02AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

As the season is about to start, University of California, Davis football continues to be placed among the nation's best, earning the No. 7 ranking in the 2025 American Football Coaches Association Football Championship Subdivision Coaches Poll as announced Aug. 11 by the coaches association.

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Galt Jr. Warriors Show Promise at Escalon Jamboree as Program Continues to Grow

Aug 13, 2025 02:50PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

Despite facing triple-digit temperatures, the Galt Jr. Warriors made a strong showing at the season-opening jamboree in Escalon with solid performances on both offense and defense against teams like the Escalon Youth Cougars, the Riverbank Outlaws and the Waterford Jr.

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Collins’ Summer Success Continues

Aug 12, 2025 10:06AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Seasons often can be made or broken in the dog days of summer. As the temperature rises, the competition around the league continues to sharpen. Teams look to the summer stretch to create some space in the table and demonstrate their skills.

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Pictured is A’s first baseman Nick Kurtz during a baseball game

Nick Kurtz Named American League Player and Rookie of the Month

Aug 12, 2025 09:50AM ● By Athletics News Release

A’s first baseman Nick Kurtz has been named the American League Player and Rookie of the Month for July.

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Football Holds First Scrimmage of Fall Camp

Aug 12, 2025 09:44AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

It sounded a lot like football season at University of California, Davis Health Stadium on Sunday, Aug. 3 when No. 11 UC Davis football strapped it up and welcomed officials to Shredville for the first full scrimmage of fall camp under clear skies and the California sun.

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Galt Teen Brings Home Gold from Korea’s Elite Taekwondo Championships

Aug 06, 2025 03:52PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

The roar of the crowd in Gwangju, South Korea, was deafening as 18-year-old Fatima Rivera stepped onto the mat for the final round of sparring.

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New Academy Brings Ancient Fighting Art to Galt

Aug 06, 2025 03:46PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

A new martial arts academy has opened its doors in Galt, bringing the ancient Thai fighting art of Muay Thai to the local community.

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Three Sacramento State baseball players were selected on day two of the 2025 Major League Baseball Draft

Trio Of Hornets Taken on Day Two of Major League Baseball Draft

Aug 05, 2025 11:01AM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Three Sacramento State baseball players were selected on day two of the 2025 Major League Baseball Draft on Monday, as right-hander Carson Latimer (Cincinnati), infielder JP Smith (Minnesota), and right-hander Kade Brown (Athletics) were among the 615 players chosen overall during the league’s two-day event.

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Taylor Baker wins Sacramento County Womens Golf Championship.

55th Sacramento County Women’s Golf Championship

Aug 05, 2025 10:56AM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The 55th Sacramento County Women’s Golf Championship took place on July 26 and 27, at Mather Golf Course in Rancho Cordova, drawing top female amateur golfers from around the region.

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Five Aggies Named FCS Football Central Preseason All-Americans

Aug 05, 2025 10:53AM ● By UC Davis Athletics News Release

Rex Connors and Hunter Ridley took home first team honors to lead the way for UC Davis football’s five members on the FCS Football Central Preseason All-American list, with Winston Williams, Jacob Psyk and Porter Connors earning the honors.

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SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, recently celebrated nine outstanding classified school employees from the Sacramento region.

SchoolsFirst FCU Celebrates at River Cats Game

Aug 05, 2025 09:05AM ● By Schools First FCU News Release

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, recently celebrated nine outstanding classified school employees from the Sacramento region.

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Liberty Ranch Alumni Return as Co-Head Volleyball Coaches

Jul 31, 2025 09:44AM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

Liberty Ranch High School has found its new volleyball leadership in two familiar faces.

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Bussman, Brouwer Capture First Place, All-League

Jul 31, 2025 09:42AM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

In high school swimming, earning all-league recognition requires nothing short of perfection: Athletes must capture first place at the league meet to receive the honor. This season, two local swimmers achieved that elite status.

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Liberty Ranch Softball Caps Historic Season with League MVP Honor

Jul 31, 2025 09:37AM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

The Liberty Ranch Hawks softball team capped off its most successful season in school history by earning multiple all-league honors, led by senior Bella Granata’s league MVP award.

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Former Galt Coach Takes Experience to Florin Football

Jul 31, 2025 09:33AM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

After 22 years of coaching football, track and wrestling at various high schools throughout the region, Galt native and farmer Tim Cobleigh is embarking on his newest challenge as head football coach at Florin High School.

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A's Select 17 Players to Complete 2025 First-Year Player Draft

Jul 29, 2025 09:43AM ● By Athletics News Release

The Athletics selected 17 players on day two of the 2025 First-Year Player Draft, the club announced on July 14.

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Kings Acquire Dario Šarić

Jul 29, 2025 09:37AM ● By Sacramento Kings News Release

The Sacramento Kings announced on July 13 that the team has acquired Dario Šarić from the Denver Nuggets in exchange for Jonas Valanciunas.

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winner at gold championship holding trophy

Champions Crowned at Golf Championships

Jul 29, 2025 09:32AM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The Sacramento Golf Council hosted the 57th City Senior, 16th City Super Senior, and Legends Men’s Championships on July 22 to July 23 at Bing Maloney Golf Course, drawing top amateur golfers from around the region.

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A Showcase in SoCal

Jul 29, 2025 09:20AM ● By Chelsea Reimche, Sacramento Republic FC Communications

Unified Team Tournament Recap

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Galt All-Stars 8U Capture Regionals, Advance to Cal Ripken World Series

Jul 24, 2025 09:37AM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

The Galt All-Stars 8U baseball team made history this week, capturing only the second regional championship in the organization’s history with a thrilling comeback victory at the Cal Ripken Pacific Southwest Regional Championships held on their home field.

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Galt Gators Swim Team Claims Third Place at Motherlode Championships

Jul 24, 2025 09:31AM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

The Galt Gators swim team concluded its season on a high note, capturing third place at the Motherlode Conference Championships in a competitive field that showcased the depth of talent across the region.

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Lucas Becomes First Hawk to Compete in State Hurdles, Earns Legislative Recognition

Jul 24, 2025 09:25AM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

Liberty Ranch High School track and field athlete Larry Lucas achieved a historic milestone this season, becoming the first hurdler in school history to compete at the state level while setting new school records in the process.

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Softball Western "B" National Championship Tournament Features 500 Players

Jul 22, 2025 11:53AM ● By Ron Trujillo

Clutch hits, defensive gems and must-win games will highlight USA Softball's Western "B" National Championship 10-under girls' tournament that runs from July 22 through July 27 in Roseville, bringing about 2,500 athletes, coaches and fans and generating more than $1 million for Placer Valley.

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Republic FC Signs 2024 Breakout Striker Khori Bennett

Jul 22, 2025 11:43AM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Republic FC announced on July 17 that the club has signed forward Khori Bennett. He will be added to the team's roster, pending league and federation approval. Per club policy, the terms of the contract were not disclosed.

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Zack Mate of Elk Grove wins the 2025 Sacramento County Men’s Amateur Championship

Zack Mate Wins Men’s Amateur Championship

Jul 22, 2025 11:34AM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

The 2025 Sacramento County Men’s Amateur Championship was held on July 12 to July 13 at Ancil Hoffman Golf Course in Carmichael.

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Taylor Baker of Sacramento holds her championship trophy from the 2025 Sacramento Valley Women’s Amateur Championship at the Alister MacKenzie Golf Course

Baker Claims Championship, Garcia Captures Title at Women’s Amateur

Jul 22, 2025 10:50AM ● By Sacramento Golf Council News Release

Taylor Baker of Sacramento emerged victorious at the 2025 Sacramento Valley Women’s Amateur Championship, capturing the Championship Flight title at the Alister MacKenzie Golf Course at Haggin Oaks on July 13.

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Woodward Returns to Rebuild Galt High Football

Jul 16, 2025 01:57PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

After he took four years away from the sidelines at Galt High School, the Warriors have welcomed back a familiar face as their new head football coach.

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Three Soccer Standouts Lead Warriors to Most All-League Selections in Tennis

Jul 16, 2025 01:52PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

While the Galt Warriors co-ed tennis team finished with an average season, placing fifth out of eight teams in league play, three of their players shined brightest when it mattered most at the league tournament.

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McCoy Tennis All-League

Jul 16, 2025 01:43PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

Summer McCoy was the lone Liberty Ranch tennis player to make all-league last season.

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Galt Warriors Host Youth Camp to Build Legacy Beyond the Field

Jul 16, 2025 01:41PM ● By Paige Lampson Sports Editor

The Three-day program connects high school players with the next generation of Warriors.

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Goalkeeper Danny Vitiello and defender Jared Timmer of the Sacramento Republic FC sign multi-year contracts with the club

Republic FC Inks Danny Vitiello and Jared Timmer to Multi-Year Contracts

Jul 14, 2025 01:33PM ● By Sacramento Republic FC News Release

Republic FC announced that the club has reached agreements with goalkeeper Danny Vitiello and defender Jared Timmer, signing both players to new multi-year contracts, pending league and federation approval. Per club policy, the terms of the contracts were not disclosed.

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Sacramento State Athletics women's soccer coaches

Women’s Soccer Adds Six Commitments to 2025 Class

Jul 14, 2025 01:28PM ● By Sacramento State Athletics News Release

Reigning Big Sky Conference Tournament champion, California State University, Sacramento women’s soccer team added six more new faces to its roster for the upcoming fall campaign, gaining four transfers and a pair of standout freshman to the fold, head coach Randy Dedini recently announced.

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