Sport shorts
The United States Youth Volleyball League is opening a season of volleyball this spring. All children between the ages of 7 and 15 are invited to enjoy instructional volleyball practices and games that focus on participation, sportsmanship, and fun.
Falcon boys win first playoff game in history
The pressure was on the Scotts Valley Falcons after losing five straight games heading into the Central Coast Section playoffs. The school had only seen post season action two other times and both resulted in blowout losses.
Commentary: Eshoo on Congress’ dysfunction
Editor’s note: Rep. Anna Eshoo, D-Palo Alto, visited the Press-Banner office this week to discuss recent government policy. We asked her how the present Congress compares with those she has served with since she was first elected in 1992. Below is a transcript of her response. (The short answer: She is unsatisfied with this Congress.)
Rec district moves into spring mode
Spring has sprung, and along with it the arrival of new spring programs at Boulder Creek Recreation. The spring program guide is online at www.bcrpd.org and includes weekend art class, preschool programs, break dancing, youth basketball, crafts, capoeira, line dance, Jazzercise, qigong, Zumba, yoga, scrapbooking and much more. For information, contact District Manager Hallie Greene at [email protected].
Five locals win league wrestling titles
Five wrestlers from Scotts Valley and San Lorenzo Valley high schools won individual league titles during the Santa Cruz Coast Athletic League finals at Santa Cruz High School on February 17. In the team competition, Aptos won the meet with 241 points, followed by Scotts Valley with 146 points. SLV took fourth with 122.5 points.
Datebook
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News Briefs | Published Sept. 12, 2025
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