How to resolve AdBlock issue? Lady Rangers fight their way to the playoffs
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- Published: Friday, 04 June 2021 08:50
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The Nordhoff Lady Rangers celebrate a run earlier this spring in a game against Fillmore. NHS heated up late in the season to earn a playoff berth under the guidance of first-year head coach Emily Heath.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
Back in late March and early April, the Nordhoff High School softball team was struggling mightily.
Nordhoff swimmers shine at league finals
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- Published: Friday, 28 May 2021 09:28
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Nordhoff High standout Quin Seider powers through the water in the 100 butterfly event at the Citrus Coast League finals. Seider would go on to win the event.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
The Nordhoff High School swim team recently competed in the Citrus Coast League finals and had a stellar day, according to coach Jim Mauch.
Youth sports begin the process of reopening
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- Published: Friday, 28 May 2021 09:27
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Youth sports like AYSO soccer are starting to show signs of life once again after a long layoff due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Youth athletes across Ojai will soon be back in full swing and fall registrations are well underway.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
With COVID-19 restrictions starting to ease up, local youth sports organizations are making plans for their fall seasons.
Boyd ends Baylor run, eyes MLB draft
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- Published: Friday, 28 May 2021 09:25
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Ojai native Luke Boyd recently concluded his final regular season for the Baylor Bears.
NHS, VPS pass first round tests
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- Published: Friday, 28 May 2021 09:24
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The Nordhoff Rangers used explosive offense and stingy defense to score a 79-33 victory in the first round of the CIF Southern Section playoffs over Savanna High.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
Both the Nordhoff High School and Villanova Preparatory School boys’ basketball teams scored first-round playoff victories May 26.
NHS softball making late season run
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- Published: Friday, 21 May 2021 09:36
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Freshman catcher Abby Moore makes a play from behind the plate against the Fillmore Flashes in a recent game. Moore is one of several young players getting valuable playing time for the Lady Rangers this spring.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
This season didn’t get off to a stellar start for the Nordhoff High School softball team, but as head coach Emily Heath indicated early in the season, this year the program is focused on player growth and development and gaining valuable game experience.
Nordhoff earns first girls’ basketball title since 2007
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- Published: Friday, 21 May 2021 09:34
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The Nordhoff High School girls’ basketball team celebrates it first league championship since 2007 after narrowly defeating the Fillmore Flashes.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
For the first time since 2007, the Nordhoff High School girls’ basketball team has earned a league championship title.
Villanova golfers head to league finals
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- Published: Friday, 21 May 2021 09:32
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The Villanova Preparatory School golf team has had one of its better seasons in recent memory this spring. The Wildcats are 5-1 as they head into postseason tournament play.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
The Villanova Prep boys’ golf team has had a solid season this spring under the guidance of first-year head coach Andrew Dalto.
Thacher sweeps Villanova on diamond
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- Published: Friday, 21 May 2021 09:30
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In a battle for Ojai baseball supremacy, the Thacher Toads swept the Villanova Prep Wildcats earlier this month.
Nordhoff basketball finishes 9-1
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- Published: Friday, 21 May 2021 09:28
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The Nordhoff High School boys’ basketball team ended its season with a pair of wins over the Fillmore Flashes and Santa Paula Cardinals.
Ojai home away from home for Gair
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- Published: Friday, 21 May 2021 09:27
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Liam Gair landed in Ojai as a result of the pandemic and has now emerged as one of the fastest 400-meter runners in the state.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
Local track and field coach Ed Italo continues to discover and develop track stars in the Ojai Valley.
Nordhoff golfers sweep league competition
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- Published: Friday, 21 May 2021 09:25
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The Nordhoff boys’ golf team continues to play well this spring. This year’s team squad recently swept its Citrus Coast League opponents and will now focus on postseason action.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
Nordhoff High School golf is on a roll.
Nordhoff swimmers continue stellar season
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- Published: Friday, 21 May 2021 09:23
With spring sports coming to a close, the Nordhoff High School swim programs continue to produce top marks as the team heads into the league prelims.
Roper defeats Gibson for Seniors' President's Cup
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- Published: Friday, 21 May 2021 09:17
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Bob Roper (left) and Lonnie Gibson recently battled for the 2021 Soule Park Seniors’ President’s Cup, with Roper coming out victorious.
Bob Roper bested Soule Senior legend Lonnie Gibson 2 and 1 to capture the 2021 Soule Park Seniors' President’s Cup.
Girls rule in Nordhoff volleyball boys vs. girls fun, friendly match
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- Published: Friday, 14 May 2021 10:33
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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Nordhoff High School girls’ volleyball team was forced to cancel its season, ending one of the most impressive runs by an NHS team in school history.
Ranger basketball sitting atop league standings
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- Published: Friday, 14 May 2021 10:32
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Nordhoff’s Isaac Foster glides to the hoop in a recent win over the Hueneme Vikings while teammate Andyn Flores (right) crashes the glass for the rebound.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
The Nordhoff High School boys’ basketball team continues to play well this spring.