Sports

FRC soccer teams take first place

Shannon Morrow
Sports Editor
11/18/2009

The Feather River College men’s and women’s soccer teams each took first place in the Golden Valley Conference and earned a berth in this year’s regional playoffs.
In his first year at FRC, head coach Jason Spain led the men to a 6-2-1 conference record and the women to an 11-1 mark, earning conference titles for both teams.

FRC Eagles lose a close one

In their final home game this season, the Golden Eagles lost 27-26 to Mendocino last Saturday, bringing Feather River’s record to 5-5. Emile Senghor, above, sprints to a touchdown, which is celebrated by Shakur Pontoon, right.

Photos by Ashley Tolen.

Quincy and Portola football teams finish strong

The football teams of Portola and Quincy each ended the regular season strongly, to enter the top half of the Division IV playoff brackets, which begin this Friday, Nov. 13.

The Portola Tigers defeated Colusa 42-0 last Friday to complete their season schedule with an undefeated record of 10-0. Portola shutout seven of the 10 teams they faced, earning the top playoff seed and a first-round bye.

Eagles soccer team makes it four in a row

Eagles women make it 4 in a row

The Feather River College women’s soccer team netted its fourth straight victory with a 3-2 win at home against Butte Oct. 27.

Pictured is Jordan Forman inside the box.

Photo by Shannon Morrow

Portola High football team continues to dominate

Shannon Morrow
Sports Editor
11/4/2009

The Portola High School football team continued its dominance of the Mid-Valley League with a 39-6 victory over Quincy last Friday night, extending the Tigers’ undefeated record to 9-0.
Portola’s time of possession on offense was scant, as the Tigers used their big-play ability to score quickly on several drives. Five of Portola’s six touchdowns went for over 60 yards.