Adalberto SanchezCapistrano Valley, SeniorCross-countryAfter running his usual...

Adalberto Sanchez

Capistrano Valley, Senior

Cross-country

After running his usual blistering first mile, Sanchez had no competition at the Orange County Championships Saturday at Irvine Regional Park. “I heard someone say he was in the 4:30s in the first mile, which is pretty scary for the other guys,” Capistrano Valley Coach Gary Gross said. “A lot of people think he’s being a maniac, but he’s comfortable going out that fast.” Sanchez finished the 3.1-mile course in 15:13 and won the race by 15 seconds. Sanchez, who won the Southern Section Division I-AA title last year, also ran 15:11 for three miles to help the Cougars to a dual-meet victory over San Clemente.

Football

Markus Garza

* Orange, sophomore. Intercepted three passes and recovered a fumble and returned it for a touchdown in a 40-19 victory over El Modena.

Che Holloway

* Orange Lutheran, junior. Rushed for 149 yards and scored four touchdowns in a 53-8 victory over Whittier Christian.

Christopher Young

* Fullerton, senior. Rushed for 275 yards and scored two touchdowns as the Indians defeated Buena Park, 27-14.

Water polo

Justin Taylor

* Costa Mesa, sophomore. Averaged 11.5 saves in helping the Mustangs to a 7-6 victory over Newport Harbor and a 12-6 victory over Tustin to win the North Orange County tournament.