FOUR & MORE: Best Inland Area Cs
PREP BASEBALL CATCHERS 2012 1. Jacob Nottingham, Redlands — This 6-foot-1, 170-pound junior had 47 RBI last season, tops among all CIF-Southern Section catchers. His 2011 numbers (.442 BA, .531 OBP and .779 SLG) overshadow his slow start in ’12. He’s currently batting .125 with two RBI. 2. Christian Fillingame, Hesperia Oak Hills — This 5-foot-9, 165-pound senior made … Continue reading
CLOSER LOOK: La Sierra MF Dominic Escalera
Take a closer look at Riverside La Sierra senior Dominic Escalera and you’ll see as hard-nosed attacking midfielder ready to take the next step in his playing career. Escalera was the lynch pin of Dave Eckenrod’s attack this season, using his 6-foot-1 frame to body his man and his skills to beat defenders. Playing in a Steven Gerrard-style role, Escalera scored 17 … Continue reading
Inland Area Prep Soccer Top 10
FINAL 2011-’12 1. Moreno Valley Valley View (21-2-3) — Miguel Hernandez returned from a broken foot in score a goal in a CIF-Southern Section Division 2 semifinal victory at Coachella Valley, and reigning Inland Area Player Of The Year Alex Turkson scored the only goal of the championship game when his overtime header found a home … Continue reading
