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- Published: Thursday, 22 October 2020 15:02
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Citrus Coast League MVP Ashley Johnson shows off her aerial skills against St. Bonaventure last season.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
Last season, Nordhoff High School’s Ashley Johnson helped the Lady Rangers volleyball team to an impressive 34-4 record and she was named the Citrus Coast League’s Most Valuable Player as a sophomore. Now Johnson is entering her junior season and she is hoping to cash in on another great year.
VPS volleyball program gets new leader
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- Published: Thursday, 22 October 2020 15:00
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Former Buena High School star and current Oak View resident Lauren Griffin was recently named head coach of the girls’ volleyball program at Villanova Preparatory School.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
Villanova Preparatory School athletic director Tim Settem recently announced the hiring of Lauren Griffin to lead the school’s girls volleyball program. “We are still getting her settled, but we are thrilled to have her and I’m really looking forward to seeing what she can do with the program,” said Settem.
Ojai Valley News to feature local competitive athletes
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- Published: Thursday, 22 October 2020 14:58
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In anticipation of high school athletics returning, the Ojai Valley News will be featuring some student-athletes local fans should keep an eye on this winter and spring. If you have a favorite athlete you would like to see features, contact sports editor Mike Miller at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Villanova sports gradually returning to practice
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- Published: Friday, 16 October 2020 10:09
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The Villanova Prep girls’ water polo team gets in some solid pool time as they gear up for their upcoming season. Each player had her own lane to ensure social distancing and the school is taking all precautions to ensure player and coach safety.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
The Villanova Preparatory School water polo teams have waited a long time to return to the pool but they are finally in full conditioning mode; and head coach and athletic director Tim Settem could not be happier.
Monson thankful for return to gridiron
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- Published: Friday, 16 October 2020 10:07
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Nordhoff football star Kaden Monson (left) looks to break away from a San Marcos Royal defender in a game last season. Monson was Nordhoff’s top wide receiver last year and he is hoping to have another great showing this winter when the Rangers return to the gridiron.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
When your father is also your high school principal, you know the meaning of pressure. Nordhoff High School football standout Kaden Monson is the son of NHS principal Dave Monson, but having his father as the leader of the school is something that doesn’t bother the younger Monson.
Villanova Prep athletics recruiting coaches
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- Published: Friday, 16 October 2020 10:06
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Villanova Prep athletics is currently recruiting head coaches for track and field and baseball.
Local hoopers get upgraded facility
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- Published: Friday, 09 October 2020 09:03
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The outdoor basketball courts at Matilija Junior High recently went through a major upgrade. The old hoops were replaced with new ones which come with glass backboards and modern rims. The blacktop was also resurfaced and repainted.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
If you have been by Matilija Junior High School recently, you may have noticed the new-look outdoor basketball courts on the campus. Funded through Measure J, the courts were laid out in a more strategic fashion and they were resurfaced to fix cracks and other uneven areas.
Honoring Nordhoff's Hall of Fame athletes, Part 9
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- Published: Friday, 09 October 2020 09:01
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Omar Vega helped the Nordhoff Rangers to three state cross country titles during his hall of fame career at NHS.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
In this multipart feature, we continue our effort to honor student-athletes who have been inducted into the Nordhoff High School Athletic Hall of Fame. The week we’ll recognize the members of the thirteenth and final class, which were inducted in 2016. The featured outstanding student-athletes include:
Palmer looks to improve on stellar junior season
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- Published: Friday, 02 October 2020 09:53
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Nordhoff’s Jake Palmer tied the Ventura County record for interceptions in a season as a junior. Now in his final season as a Ranger, Palmer is determined to perform even better this season.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News reporter
When high school sports return to action this winter, one player local sports fans should keep an eye on is Nordhoff High School’s Jake Palmer. As a junior, Palmer tied the Ventura County record for interceptions in a season with 11 and would have broken the record, but one was called back due to a penalty.
Honoring Nordhoff's Hall of Fame athletes, Part 8
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- Published: Friday, 02 October 2020 09:48
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Beth Allen went from being a Hall of Fame golfer at Nordhoff High School to one of the best professional golfers in the world.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
In this multipart feature, we continue our effort to honor student-athletes who have been inducted into the Nordhoff High School Athletic Hall of Fame. The week we’ll recognize the members of the twelfth class, which were inducted in 2012. The featured outstanding student-athletes include:
Honoring Nordhoff's Hall of Fame athletes, Part 7
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- Published: Friday, 25 September 2020 09:11
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After becoming a Hall of Fame basketball player at Nordhoff High School, Christen Roper went on to play in the WNBA.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
In this multipart feature, we continue our effort to honor student-athletes who have been inducted into the Nordhoff High School Athletic Hall of Fame. The week we’ll recognize the members of the eleventh class, which were inducted in 2009. The featured outstanding student-athletes include:
Williams claims another Soule Park championship
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- Published: Friday, 25 September 2020 09:07
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The Soule Park Men’s Club held its annual club championship Sept. 19-20. After the two-day event, Robin Williams earned the 2020 gross club championship, an honor he has claimed for the last seven years.
Honoring Nordhoff's Hall of Fame athletes, Part 6
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- Published: Friday, 18 September 2020 12:08
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Hall of Fame football player Josh Hawkins turns the corner in a game for the Rangers.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
In this multipart feature, we continue our effort to honor student-athletes who have been inducted into the Nordhoff High School Athletic Hall of Fame. The week we’ll recognize the members of the ninth and tenth classes, which were inducted in 2005 and 2006, respectively. The featured outstanding student-athletes include:
Stoneman set to lead Rangers again this season
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- Published: Friday, 11 September 2020 08:37
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Nordhoff senior Leeram Stoneman looks for an open receiver against Glenn High School in a playoff game last season. Stoneman threw for 249 yards and five touchdowns to lead the Rangers to the first round victory.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
Leeram Stoneman and the Nordhoff High School Football team should be facing the Oak Park Eagles in week four of the 2020 football season this evening, but instead they are hoping to return to the field in January after the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted all aspects of our daily lives.
Nordhoff football schedule released
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- Published: Friday, 11 September 2020 08:33
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all high school sports in the state of California have been pushed back and will begin later in the year. The Nordhoff High School football team will kick off its season Jan. 8 against the Dos Pueblos Chargers. Due to the schedule change, the Rangers did lose their game against Cabrillo High School so their regular season schedule will consist of nine games this season.
Honoring Nordhoff High School’s Hall of Fame athletes, Part 5
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- Published: Friday, 04 September 2020 08:45
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Scott Stallings (No. 31) was an all-CIF player for Nordhoff who later went on to play at Claremont College.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
In this multipart feature, we continue our effort to honor student-athletes who have been inducted into the Nordhoff High School Athletic Hall of Fame. The week we’ll recognize the members of the eighth class, which was inducted in 2001. The featured outstanding student-athletes include: