YOUTH SCENE

BASEBALL

Newport Beach

Little League

Major Division

Buchanan Street Partners 5, McMonigle Group 0: Pitcher Luke Napolitano threw a no-hitter and nearly had a perfect game in Buchanan Street Partners’ victory Wednesday.

He struck out 14 of the 19 batters he faced with no walks. With one out in the fifth inning, an overthrow to first on a bunt for an error proved to be the one play keeping Napolitano from a perfect game.

Chad Redfearn, Chris Croxton and Ricky Zak had two hits each and Robbie Farber had a triple to lead Buchanan Street Partners.

Peter Walecka made two outstanding plays on hard-hit infield ground balls to prevent hits and Cole Collins made a great play in the outfield to end the game and preserve the no-hitter. Harry Lamb, Thomas Sweeney, Ryan Maiser, Paul Sigler and Jared Eckenweiler also contributed to the victory.

Earlier in the season, Napolitano threw a one-hitter against Jack’s Surfboards striking out 13 batters in another shutout win.

Ruby’s 7, Irvine Technology Corporation (ITC) 4: Ruby’s took sole possession of first place in the American League. Ruby’s rallied early with Logan Miller’s double and Max Mulcahy’s single each scoring a run. Other hits for Ruby’s came from Matthew Deverian, Jake Hastings, Calder Maloney and Brian Wagner. Wagner had four strikeouts in two innings on the mound, while Mulcahy pitched three consecutive innings with no earned runs. Closer Deverian clinched the victory for Ruby’s with a strikeout.

For ITC, Paddy Conroy was two for three, and Matthew Kulp, Blake Sudeck and Robbie Bracho each had a hit.

SOCCER

Newport-Mesa Soccer Club boys’ under-11 wins FC Blades Tournament of Champions: Newport-Mesa clinched the title with a 3-1 victory over San Clemente Focus Soccer Club in Irvine. The victory was particularly satisfying for Newport-Mesa, as they had lost, 3-2, to San Clemente in their opening bracket. In addition to beating San Clemente Focus SC in the finals, Newport-Mesa defeated FC Las Vegas, 2-1, and the Los Angeles Galaxy SC also, 2-1.

The Newport-Mesa club team is comprised solely of boys from the Newport Beach, Corona del Mar and Costa Mesa area.

In addition to winning the Tournament of Champions, they recently came in second place in the Irvine Winter Classic Tournament, held at UCI. Before losing to the Stampede ESL in the finals, Newport-Mesa’s road to the final two consisted of a 4-1 victory over Laguna Niguel SC, a 2-0 win over Tustin United and a 1-0 win against the Palos Verdes SC Raiders.

The Newport-Mesa team included: Bennett Brewer, David Karamardian, Jason Neiger, Ben Palitz, Trey Fortmuller, Jake Giffin, Jack Klein, Hagen Truninger, Ryan Maister, Andrew Wysopal, Kevin Fults, Justin Hess, Gavin Allen, Brandon Maister, Nick Premer, Jordan Hauser and Evan Schwartz. Josh Brooks coached the team and it was managed by Martin Klein.

AYSO Region 97

Games played March 29

Girls’ under-14

Newport 4, South Irvine 0: Stephanie Joyce booted in the first goal for Newport on a breakaway run. Tamara Myers tapped in the second goal with an assist from Page Keys. Hannah Beek and Sara Bradbury kept the ball near Newport’s goal most of the game. Maddie Grant made the third goal for the game on a pass from Janet Zelpa. Defensively, Megan Farley, Gigi Light and Rochelle Bowlin attacked the ball and kept it out of the net. Audrey Bruscia and Andrea Ocampo sewed up the sidelines. Myers scored the last goal in the final minutes for the win.

Girls’ under-12

Newport Beach 6, Costa Mesa 2: The Newport Breakers under-10 team, competing in the spring select under-12 division, topped Costa Mesa. The Breakers controlled possession of the ball, creating several scoring opportunities in front of the Costa Mesa goal. Toni Holland opened the scoring when she attacked from her center midfield position beating two defenders and the goalkeeper from the left side of the penalty area. Natalie Ward increased the lead to 2-0 with a goal in the upper V of the net in the second quarter. Lauren Markwith added two second-half goals and Holly Clemence and Bailey Prado each added one to cap the scoring for the Breakers. Peyton Espley-Jones and Jordan Blanchfield were credited with assists. The defense was led by Emma Griffith, Brandi White, Alexis Turley and Grace Clemence. Breaker goalie Emily Goltz was stellar in goal.

Girls’ under-10

Newport Beach 3, South Irvine 0: The Newport Beach Breakers under-9 team, competing in the spring select under-10 division, beat South Irvine at University Park. Breaker striker Siena Ward broke a scoreless tie in the second quarter when she left two Irvine defenders swinging at air and beat the goalkeeper with the first goal of the game. Zoe Conley increased the lead to 2-0 in the third with a laser from the right corner. Ward finished the scoring with the clincher in the fourth quarter off an assist from Haley Martinez. Breaker defenders McKenzie Porteous, Grace Vandervort and Paige Fults dominated the Irvine attack allowing the Breakers to maintain possession throughout the game. Faith Harper, Destry Compand Kiana Ghamari stood out in the midfield.

Girls’ under-6

Sea Queens vs. Golden Bees: The Sea Queens took the field again today to battle the mighty Golden Bees. Chloe Parsel and Mia Ferrentino helped fend off the stinging offensive attack of the bees. Olivia Belida and Tyesha Aguilar each had outstanding games scoring some goals. Quinci Miller was one of the most active players on the field for the Sea Queens, controlling the midfield and making several stops with her speed.

Boys’ under-6

Blue Thunder vs. Gold Lightning: Casey Villeneuve scored his first goal with an assist from Michael Klein. Clayton Walburger also scored a goal. Justin Neal, Brendan Picquelle and Sander Verkruijsse attacked the ball and were essential to the effort.

Girls’ under-5

Red Lady Bugs vs. Sunflowers: The Red Lady Bugs’ Mariah Jensen, Kaitin Degen, Skylynne Rodriguez, Nicole Laz, and Lauren Friedman continue to have fun playing together. The girls were all involved playing great defense, were very aggressive, and supported one another.

Green Mermaids vs. Honey Bees: The Green Mermaids played a terrific game against the Honey Bees on Saturday. Carley Palmer scored a quick goal for the Mermaids and made several key defensive stops. Maya Nadeau added several goals and made several key steals. Bridget Walton scored her first goal of the season and played aggressive defense. Bella Ward scored on several breakaways and pressed hard on defense. The Mermaids dedicated the game to their teammate Chloe Swanson, who was injured.

BASKETBALL

The third-grade Newport-Mesa NJB All-Star team went undefeated in the area tournament and advanced to the NJB Nationals in Hanford, Saturday and Sunday.

The Newport-Mesa All-Stars include: Sachin Gokhale, Preston Hartsell, Chase Furey, Connor Kincaid, Will Rodosky, Matthew McDonald, Mitch Haly, Collin Pipkin, Chase Garbers and Jake Jones. They were coached by Mike Kincaid and Mark Hartsell.