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Anthony Chavez: Rest in Peace
Anthony Chavez, class of 2007, played football for the El Monte Lions with heart and passion. Number 44 played middle linebacker and fullback for head coach Joel Sanchez and was the definition of Lion Pride. May he rest in peace.
The TEN: 9/24/2025
(“The TEN” is not a top ten but ten items worth being included in “The TEN”)
Athletics Notes:9/22/25
By Tim Byrnes The final road series for the Athletics has concluded and the series versus the Pirates is a microcosm of the A’s in 2025: promise, apathy, mismanagement, and letdown!
The TEN: 9/22/2025
(“The TEN” is not a top ten but ten items worth being included in “The TEN”)
Mid Valley Scoreboard: Week 4
High School Football scores from around the area:
Lions Make a Statement in MVL; Rout Arroyo 41-7
By Rich Whittington (El Monte) – El Monte made a powerful statement Friday evening, defeating the visiting Arroyo Knights, 41-7, at Lions Stadium, in a game that many believe would have a major impact in determining the eventual 2025 Mission Valley League Championship.
Alhambra Outlasts L.A. Wilson, 40-21
By Ron Vrooman (Los Angeles) – The visiting Alhambra Moors defeated L.A. Wilson, 40-21, on Friday night to extend their winning streak to three games and finish nonleague play with a record of 4-1.
Norwalk Stays Undefeated
By Tristian Rios (Norwalk) – Norwalk’s defense stepped up in key situations to secure a 21-14 victory over Paramount Friday night at Norwalk High School.
Athletics Notes: 9/1925
By Tim Byrnes As the season winds down, the A’s have been playing some of their best baseball of the 2025 season. Since the All-Star Game, the A’s are a fine 31-24, which is the third-best in the American League.