How to resolve AdBlock issue? Nordhoff girls’ soccer off to fast start
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- Published: Friday, 09 April 2021 08:48
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Nordhoff High School senior Ofelia Navarro (right) tries to get past the aggressive defense of Carpinteria freshman Emma Miller in a recent Citrus Coast League contest. The Lady Rangers would go on to take the match, 2-0.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
Just a handful of weeks ago, the Nordhoff High School girls’ soccer team was not sure it would be able to compete at all this season, but now the Lady Rangers are 2-0 and looking like one of the top teams in the Citrus Coast League.
Rangers look to remain perfect
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- Published: Friday, 09 April 2021 08:47
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Nordhoff High quarterback Leeram Stoneman (right) has been terrific for the Rangers so far this season, completing 70 percent of this passes through two games. Stoneman will look to continue his hot play against a talented and athletic Hueneme team Friday night.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
The Nordhoff High School football team will host the Hueneme Vikings tonight at 7 p.m. at the Ojai Valley Community Stadium.
Villanova Prep water polo concludes shortened season
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- Published: Friday, 09 April 2021 08:45
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The Villanova Prep boys’ water polo team recently wrapped up its COVID-shortened season.
Ranger football improves to 2-0 after thumping Carp
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- Published: Friday, 02 April 2021 13:29
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Nordhoff lineman sophomore Ayden Van Rynsoever (left) and junior Issac Ruiz react to a fumble in a win over the Carpinteria Warriors. Ruiz would get credit for the fumble recovery on the play.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
For the second time in as many weeks, the Nordhoff High School football team impressed with a lopsided victory over a Citrus Coast League opponent. In week one, the Rangers blew past the Santa Paula Cardinals, 48-0, and last Friday night they topped the Carpinteria Warriors 50-14.
Second-year players to lead NHS hoops
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- Published: Friday, 02 April 2021 13:23
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Nordhoff senior and three-year starter Kaden Gard fires from long distance in a game last season. This year, Gard hopes to lead the Rangers to another Citrus Coast League title.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
Like most coaches these days, Nordhoff High School boys’ basketball coach Scott Hannah is trying to plan this year’s basketball season around many of his athletes playing multiple sports. While some local teams have already gotten in some games, the Rangers have been cleared to play, but they are hoping to get in some practice sessions before their first games.
Nordhoff volleyball improves to 2-0
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- Published: Friday, 02 April 2021 13:16
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Thanks to the efforts of players like Beck Zimmerman (shown here killing a set from Jaden Parker against Buena High), the Nordhoff Rangers are 2-0 on the season. NHS recently defeated Ventura High School 3-0 to remain unbeaten on the young season. Brody Broumand had 11 kills and 12 digs, Parker had 7 kills, 3 blocks, and 10 assists and Zimmerman had 6 kills, 7 aces, and 10 digs.
VPS girls’ tennis gets underway
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- Published: Friday, 02 April 2021 13:11
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Villanova Prep sophomore Tiffany Njoroge works on her serve during a training session earlier this week. VPS tennis is just one of several sports currently underway or about to start in the Ojai Valley. This spring will be full of local sports action. If you want to see your team featured in the Ojai Valley News, send your updates and photos to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Rangers crush Santa Paula in football opener
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- Published: Friday, 26 March 2021 08:50
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Nordhoff High junior Zac Sheets contains Santa Paula’s Jovon Grandison in last Friday night’s 48-0 defeat of the Cardinals. Sheets had a huge night for the Rangers, recording 18 tackles and an interception.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
The Nordhoff High School football team launched its football season in style with a 48-0 destruction of the Santa Paula Cardinals last Friday night at the Ojai Valley Community Stadium.
Villanova Prep water polo improves to 3-1 on the season
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- Published: Friday, 26 March 2021 08:49
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The Villanova Prep girls’ water polo team is now 3-1 on the young season.
Ojai Heatwaves light it up at USA Swimming Meet
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- Published: Friday, 26 March 2021 08:48
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The Ojai Heatwave swimmers traveled to Santa Clarita to compete for the first time since the COVID-19 shutdown. Several members of the team managed to set new personal best times despite the long break from competitive swimming.
On March 21, the Ojai Heatwaves returned to their first USA Swimming Sanctioned Swim Meet at the Santa Clarita Aquatics Center since the pandemic forced a 13-month break from competition.
NHS volleyball tops Bulldogs
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- Published: Friday, 26 March 2021 08:46
The Nordhoff High School boys’ volleyball team recently defeated the Buena Bulldogs it its season-opening match.
Rangers shine in preseason scrimmage
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- Published: Friday, 19 March 2021 08:58
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Nordhoff High senior Noah Koester fights to avoid the diving tackle of junior Pablo Diaz while teammate Daniel Contreras looks on. NHS hosted a Blue and Gold scrimmage last Saturday, which was the teams first live action of the season.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
There was a unique energy at the Ojai Valley Community Stadium last Saturday afternoon as the Nordhoff High School football team took the field to take part in their Blue and Gold scrimmage.
Villanova Prep water polo not deterred by small rosters
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- Published: Friday, 19 March 2021 08:56
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Villanova Prep sophomore Hannah Tully-Giles rises out of the water to take a shot against Foothill Tech in a recent match. The Lady Wildcats would roll to a 17-2 victory. VPS will face Royal and Foothill Tech this weekend.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
When Villanova Prep water polo coach and athletic director Tim Settem is patrolling the deck during games this season, he won’t have much company.
Ojai schools to livestream games
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- Published: Friday, 19 March 2021 08:48
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With COVID restrictions still in place, large gatherings are still not allowed, which is having an impact on area sports as competitions ramp up.
Nordhoff Rangers golf is dialed in for stellar results
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- Published: Friday, 12 March 2021 09:10
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Back in 2019, the Nordhoff High School girls’ golf team claimed the Citrus Coast League championship. This spring, the Lady Rangers will be led by players like (left to right) Hannah Ignacio, Lexi Kehoe, Ella Giuliani, Willow Williams and Molly Coker.
Mike Miller, Ojai Valley News sports editor
The boys’ and girls’ golf teams at Nordhoff High School will both start their spring seasons the week of March 22, and there is plenty on anticipation surrounding this year’s crew.
Villanova Prep water polo teams get live action versus Buena Bulldogs
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- Published: Friday, 12 March 2021 09:08
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The Villanova Prep Wildcat boys’ water polo team got in a recent training session with head coach and athletic director Tim Settem giving instructions from the pool deck.