Lobos crown the Knights 44-24!

The Alta Vista High School Lobos basketball team evened their record to 5-5 with a victory over the Immaculate Heart Knights 44-24. The Lobos played excellent team defense but was slow to find the hoop in the first half. The Lobos held a 20-13 lead at half time and emerged from the locker room with the needed adjustments. The seven point lead then ballooned to a 14 point lead with a 7 point outburst by Miguel Maldonado who hit back to back lay ups and a game changing 3 point dagger. Josue Boldin had a career high scoring night to lead all scorers with 14 points and 12 rebounds. The sophomore is realizing his potential for the future. Frank Leon, with his throw-back, Rick Barry style of shooting, continues to lead the Lobos in free-throw percentage and overall team hustle. Jesus Leyva was the Iron Man for the Lobos by playing the entire game and playing multiple positions on defense. He showed true senior leadership last night.
Overall it was a great team effort by young men who are learning how to trust one another on and off the basketball court.
The Lobos return to action on the road at St Augustine Catholic High School next Wednesday.
We will celebrate our annual Senior Night next Thursday vs. Academy of Tucson.

We give a huge THANK YOU to the parents, faculty, staff, alumni, and students who continue to support us. We are grateful!!!!!

Fire up and GO LOBOS!

Coach Rod

Welcome to 2011!

Welcome to the year 2011! The new year always is looked at with the possibility of great opportunities. As we approach the new block I look forward to the prospect of teaching my United States Government classes with a renewed energy and focus. I also look forward to igniting a fire inside of students who took my American History classes last year.
I look forward to helping my students explore the complexities of government and the inter-connections that make up our great nation.
See you on Tuesday!

Fire Up!

Coach Rod

Final Exams and the End of Block 2!

A huge Thank You goes out to my students for a fantastic block 2 of the school year. Time has flown by the past 10 weeks as we make our way to the end of the year.
We take our Final Exams this week in our classes.
Please make sure you look over your study guide and take time to understand what is being asked of you.
Thank you again and let's finish strong!

Fire Up!
Mr. Rodriguez

Lobos battle Vipers but fall 65-54

The Alta Vista High School Lobos basketball team traveled to San Miguel High School and played a hard fought game vs. the Vipers. The tightly contested game was neck and neck the entire way as the Lobos won the first quarter 16-14. The Vipers went into the intermission winning 31-30. The Lobos then cut the lead to 44-42 after three quarters while winning the quarter by a 14-13 margin. The Vipers would pull away in the 4th quarter by outscoring the Lobos 21-10.
The Vipers were given a 36-24 advantage at the free throw line as the Lobos were whistled for 25 total fouls to the Vipers 17. The Vipers made 18 of those attempts while the Lobos cashed in on only 7 of those opportunities.
The atmosphere was fantastic with a full gym filled with Alta Vista fans. Both sides cheered their teams on and it gave our players an amazing opportunity to shine.
The Lobos were paced by Jesus Leyva's 18 points. Angel Martinez checked in with 17 before fouling out of the game with 3 minutes to go.
Shaheed Clemens added 8 points and multiple rebounds before fouling out with 4 minutes to go in the game.
Milton Hernandez scored 4, Josue Boldin scored 4, and Frank Leon scored three out of 4 free throws with his Rick Barry throwback technique.
Coach Rod is very proud of the effort and heart displayed in the face of adversity.
We have improvements to make, but we have also come a long way.
The loss drops the Lobos to 4-5 on the season with 5 contests to go.
We are grateful for the support and thank everyone who traveled to cheer at our game.
Fire Up and Go Lobos!

Coach Rod

Lobos Howl To Victory over Knights 51-20!

The Alta Vista Lobos traveled to Immaculate High School last night and played a complete game winning 51-21 over the Knights.
The Lobos were paced early by Jesus Leyva's three 3 pointers in the first quarter. Angel Martinez then caught fire in the 3rd quarter with 10 points including a pair of 3 pointers and a set of spectacular drives to the hoop. He finished with 20 points on the evening.
Nine different Lobos scored points in the collective effort toward victory. They are:
Angel Martinez 2o
Jesus Leyva 11
Josue Boldin 6
Shaheed Clemens 4
Frank Leon 3
Milton Hernandez 2
Tre Lewis 2
Martin Simpson 2
Miguel Maldonado 1

The Lobos return to competition next Tuesday vs. Lourdes Academy.
We will be honoring our Pearl Harbor Veterans as the game lands on December 7th.
We thank everyone who comes to our game. It is great having our fans travel and cheer on the Lobos!

Fire Up!
Coach Rod

Lobos Growl to Victory over Griffins: 42-11

The Alta Vista Lobos Basketball team emerged with their first victory of the season last night over the Griffins of Greenfields Country Day School 42-11. After a tough start in the Boyd Baker Tournament, the Lobos rebounded with a quality win over an opponent who showed great effort and class.
The Lobos were paced by Angel Martinez's 19 points and 6 assists. Defensively Shaheed Clemens dominated on both sides of the glass with 13 rebounds.
Ten Alta Vista players scored and all Lobos contributed to the first victory of the season.
The were:
Jesus Leyva 3
Fausto Fimbres 2
Shaheed Clemens 2
Milton Hernandez 4
Frank Leon 2
Mike Leon 2
Josue Boldin 4
Frankie Romero 4
We return to competition tonight vs. Immaculate Heart High School.
We thank the students and faculty who continue to travel and support our program.
We are grateful for your presence at our games!
Fire Up!
Coach Rod

Lobos fall to Miners 51-21

The Alta Vista High School Lobo basketball team opened the 2010-2011 season in the Boyd Baker tournament held at St. Gregory's College Prep gymnasium.
San Manuel High School turned the Lobos away 51-21. The combination of missed shots and turnovers lead to an unbalanced effort.
Overall Coach Rod was pleased that the boys did not give up throughout the game but recognizes that we have much to do in order to have success.
Angel Martinez led the scoring effort with 10 points.
Milton Hernandez, Martin Simpson, and Shaheed Clemens led the charge under the boards.
I wish to thank all of the Lobo faculty who made the trip to the game:
Mr. Harris
Mr. Davis
Mr. and Mrs. Garcia
Mr. Martinez
I also wish to thank the students who made the time and effort to come support us.
We are grateful for your support and promise to give better effort next time!
Fire Up!
Coach Rod