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Athletics Notes: Phillies Series

By Tim Byrnes The Athletics continued the pattern of struggling in the month of May and doing so with tired arms of the bullpen. For the second consecutive series the A’s needed to pull out a win in the finale to avoid a series sweep.

The TEN: 5/7/2026

(“The TEN” is not a top ten but ten items worth being included in “The TEN”)

Q&A with Norwalk’s Marcus Castillo

By George Hernandez (Norwalk)- I sat down with Norwalk’s sophomore standout defensive lineman Marcus Castillo who had 50 tackles, 16 tackles for loss and five sacks. He helped the Lancers to a 10-1 season and a Mid Cities league title. Castillo is also a standout baseball player for the Lancers.

North-South All-Star Game: North Roster

The North-South All-Star games is set for Friday May 8 at Charter Oak. North Roster:

The TEN: 5/6/2026

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Q&A with Los Altos Freshman Veida Aikey

By George Hernandez (Hacienda Heights) – I sat down with Los Altos softball outstanding freshman Veida Aikey who has helped the Conquerors capture another league title this week. Aikey, who is a utility player, is currently batting .400 with a homerun, 14 RBIs and a .528 on base percentage.

The TEN: 5/5/2026

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Cardinal Classic at Cantwell Set for May 30

Cost is $250.00 per team. Email Coach Daniel Fierro if interested.

The TEN: 5/4/2026

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Athletics Notes: Guardians Series

By Tim Byrnes THEY ARE THE INDIANS!