2025 North vs. South Challenge

I don’t. The organizers of Elite 8 would have them if they kept accurate scoresheet records. It would be exceptional if they were made available from Elite 8 or South Coast. Again my perspective on SHP play at South Coast is first hand but anecdotal.

Frankly, I think you look to good coaching and talent of players before any claims of ref bias.

A way to beat SHP is around the perimeter with sharp/aggressive ball handling and player movement.

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Very impressive showing by Santa Margarita in North/South as they take 5th. DLS finishes 6th. Championship game coming up — I’ll take Cathedral to win 9-8.

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We played Atherton at the Avery pool at JO’s two years ago and the exclusion ratio was La Jolla United 12 SHP 0. Lost 12-9

Oaks focus today seemed to be on long term player development and getting the younger guys in after losing in the quarter finals. Smart move for the long run!

Congratulations to Newport for winning the North/South tournament for the second consecutive year. They seemed motivated to avenge the loss last weekend and looked sharp offensively.

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Newport had a fantastic game, what seemed like a motivated team beat down vs CC, securing another trophy for the season and putting to rest any doubts about their strength in the pool.

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Final results:

  1. Newport Harbor
  2. Cathedral Catholic
  3. Sacred Heart
  4. Miramonte
  5. Santa Margarita
  6. De La Salle
  7. JSerra
  8. Oaks Christian
  9. Campolindo
  10. Loyola
  11. Mater Dei
  12. Menlo
  13. Harvard-Westlake
  14. Rio Americano
  15. San Ramon Valley
  16. Greenwich

Thanks to Joel Francisco who may have set the record for announcing the most water polo games over a three-day period and to SHP for livestreaming the games at no cost to fans.

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Joel was incredible🙏Thank you Joel

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I would also like to thank Joel for his commentary. He is so complimentary to the schools, the players and the coaches. He has done his research and knows all of the players and their background. He truly brings a refreshing broadcasting experience and is a pleasure to listen to.

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The score sheets were completed with high accuracy which is exceptional. They don’t even do this for the big D-1 college tournaments. Every HS tourney including South Coast and Elite 8 should take notice.

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Thanks SHP for a great tournament.m

Thanks SHP for the BBQ.

Thanks Mr. Francisco.

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Thank you Joel, you are much appreciated!

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Truth! You are correct, sir.

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Yes, Joel absolutely CRUSHED It! Can even commentate well while eating a burrito. I don’t know how he does it, but what a IRONMAN of commentating with no breaks literally. He’s the GOAT!

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SHP was called for FIVE exclusions in their final game. :slight_smile:

Style of play is contributing to this. It’s probably a mix.