December 18, 2024
Girls basketball | Piedmont routs Campolindo, 65-19
Highlanders now 6-0 heading into break.
December 13, 2024
Girls Soccer | Versatile Highlanders could be very good
Girls soccer off to strong start to season.
December 13, 2024
Girls basketball | Young blood lead Piedmont in win
Highlanders rout Damonte Ranch on the first day of the Paris Twins Classic.
December 13, 2024
Purple Reign ultimate team makes it to Chilly Bowl championship
Middle school team outperforms but falls to Berkeley's Catch & Release at 5th annual Chilly Bowl.
December 10, 2024
Girls basketball | Piedmont excited for young guns
Don't miss the Paris Twins Classic starting Dec. 12 in Binks Gymnasium.
December 9, 2024
Boys basketball | Piedmont off to strong start
Boys basketball advances in tournament
December 3, 2024
Cross Country | Piedmont stars wind up season
Sebastien Swain, Leighton Mand, and Amalia Gray finish at state meet.
December 3, 2024
Boys basketball | Piedmont romps in season opener
Boys basketball takes down Gateway, 81-54.
November 26, 2024
Boys basketball | Piedmont turning up the offense this year
Highlanders will push the tempo and the scoreboard.
November 26, 2024
Russell takes over Piedmont boys soccer
New coach is no stranger to Piedmont soccer.
November 26, 2024
Highlanders magic season comes to a muddy end
Boys football falls 43-7 at Ferndale in NCS.
November 26, 2024
Piedmont Mountain Bike Team seeks new riders
Interested middle and high school students of all levels encouraged to register before the end of December.
November 26, 2024
Junior Running Club runners dodge raindrops during Dracena Park race
Wildwood Elementary School prevails in mile competition.
November 24, 2024
Former Golden State Warriors exec Bob Myers appointed to UC Board of Regents
Board says Myers' background in sports leadership will help the UC system navigate the college athletics landscape.
November 19, 2024
Football | Piedmont beats Fortuna in NCS opener
Boys football heads to Ferndale for semis on Saturday.
November 19, 2024
Girls Tennis | Jumper, Kortum go deep at NCS
Piedmont’s Romanczuk also makes tournament.
November 15, 2024
Piedmont Junior Running Club hosting Dracena Park race on Nov. 20
For the safety of all, Dracena Park users are kindly asked to avoid the park between 2 and 4 while the event is taking place.
November 14, 2024
Thousands of runners expected to take to streets Sunday for Berkeley Half Marathon
There will be street closures to accommodate the race, including a closure of Interstate 80 exits from University Avenue from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m.
November 12, 2024
Cross Country | Piedmont girls get third in division
Boys and girls cross country compete at WACC championships. Next up for both is the North Coast Section championships on November 23.
November 12, 2024
Football | Piedmont finishes regular season 9-1
Highlanders get the #3 seed and will host Fortuna HS on November 15.
November 12, 2024
‘Salute Captain Klay’: Warriors to honor 4-time champ, who returns as Dallas Maverick
Klay Thompson, a four-time champion with the Warriors, signed as a free agent with Dallas in the offseason.
November 8, 2024
Boys Water Polo | Piedmont cruises past Freedom at NCS
Highlanders advance to second round.
November 5, 2024
Football | Piedmont routs Kennedy to go 8-1
Highlanders finish with Newark Memorial at home.
November 5, 2024
Girls Golf | Assalian shoots 89 at NCS Division 1 tourney
Tied for 55th out of 139 golfers.
November 1, 2024
Girls Tennis | Piedmont ends regular season with win
Girls tennis beats Bishop O’Dowd, 6-1
October 29, 2024
Football | Highlanders sloppy in big win over Washington
Mistakes didn’t cost team as boys football puts up 56 points in victory.
October 29, 2024
Girls Water Polo | Piedmont beats San Rafael, 5-3
Jacoby nets four in non-league victory.
October 29, 2024
Girls Golf | Assalian qualifies for NCS Division 1
Girls golf team shoots 436 at D2.
October 25, 2024
Girls golf | Piedmont qualifies for NCS tournament
Mei Assalian finishes ninth at WACC.
October 25, 2024
Piedmont Rec basketball registration closes Monday, Oct. 28
For grades K - 8; all skill levels welcome.
October 25, 2024
High-stepping into a new era: Cal Band keeps traditions alive while adapting to life in ACC
The new league has brought a new urgency to raise travel money.
October 25, 2024
Annual DBFL Ski Sale is Nov. 9
Once-a-year giant outdoor sale of gently used ski and snowboarding apparel and accessories for the whole family.
October 22, 2024
Cross Country | Piedmont runners compete at Mariner Invitational
Cross country fights off illnesses to run strong.
October 22, 2024
Girls water polo | Piedmont drops pair of matches
Girls water polo faces top teams.
October 22, 2024
Flag Football | Piedmont falls to Berkeley in home finale
Girls football loses tight 6-2 game.
October 22, 2024
Volleyball | Piedmont falls to Berkeley in straight sets
Young girls volleyball team fighting hard in tough season.
October 22, 2024
7th grade volleyball caps off season with second place finish
PMS girls volleyball brings home the hardware.
October 18, 2024
Football | Piedmont hammers Irvington in showdown
Boys football aces latest test, 49-7.
October 16, 2024
Oakland Ballers give fan-owners piece of the action; one will get to join board of directors
A board position elected by fans, representing fans, is a key component of the unique sports ownership model.
October 15, 2024
Girls Tennis | Piedmont hammers Bishop O’Dowd, 6-1
Girls tennis comes up with big victory in WACC.
October 15, 2024
Football | Piedmont routs Hayward for first road win
Boys football moves to 5-1 on season
October 15, 2024
Cross country | Teams shine at Clovis Invitational
The girls team won first place in the Small School Yellow Division race with 44 points.
October 14, 2024
NBA announces tickets available for fan events in Bay Area ahead of 2025 All-Star Game
Dubs are hosting the 2025 All-Star Game, which is scheduled for February 16, 2025 at Chase Center in San Francisco.
October 11, 2024
Join the Oakland Baracuda Aquatics Masters Swim Club
Masters swimming is one of the best organized sports for adults -- all levels and experience are welcome.
October 11, 2024
Girls water polo | Piedmont comes up short on senior night
Highlanders fall at Encinal, 13-11
October 11, 2024
Boys water polo | Piedmont splits at Monterey Bay Invitational
Team makes strides at tournament
October 8, 2024
Football | Piedmont moves to 4-1 with rout of Dougherty Valley
Boys football shuts out visiting Wildcats.
October 8, 2024
PHS Oktoberfest is ‘best one ever’
More than 400 people attended the annual fundraiser for high school athletics.
October 8, 2024
Development group makes $10M payment for Oakland Coliseum; amended total now $125M
According to some, "a higher purchase price with faster payments" is not all it seems and may trigger budget cuts to the police force.
October 4, 2024
Girls water polo | Piedmont beats Lick-Wilmerding, 17-11
Girls water polo gets WACC victory.
October 4, 2024
Final Try (it) Out Tuesday event of Fall 2024 invites girls+ to try golf, tennis, and rugby
Tuesday, October 8 at Linda Beach Playfield.
October 1, 2024
‘Change is necessary’: Buster Posey elevated to leadership role after Giants’ failed season
Posey, a member of the Giants’ three most recent World Series championship teams and a former National League MVP joined the team’s board of directors and ownership in Sept. 2022.
September 27, 2024
Girls tennis | Piedmont rolls through league
Girls tennis gets wins over Castro Valley, Arroyo
September 26, 2024
Farewell cheers and jeers: A’s win final game at Oakland Coliseum in front of sellout crowd
Owner John Fisher apologizes for team's departure, and acknowledges fans' bitter disappointment.
September 24, 2024
PHS basketball bond rekindled on global stage
This week, Coach Bryan Gardere and former Highlander Ameela Li will fly to Colombia to compete in the Women's Basketball League Americas club tournament.
September 24, 2024
Boys Water Polo | Piedmont sweeps weekend in Napa
Boys water polo rolls through tournament.
September 24, 2024
Flag Football | Piedmont loses big to Encinal
Flag football falls to 1-3 on season
September 17, 2024
Football | Piedmont shuts out Mt. Eden, 35-0
Boys football improves to 2-1 on season.
September 17, 2024
Cross Country | Piedmont opens season at Ed Sias Invitational
Girls cross country takes seventh, boys 11th.
September 17, 2024
Giants slugger Ramos splashes into history; first right-hander to hit McCovey Cove homer
Before Sunday, no right-handed batter had ever hit a home run into the water beyond right field at the stadium.
September 13, 2024
Local with Lisa | 10 Years with Piedmont Swim Team
[SPONSORED VIDEO] Parents and swimmers gathered to show appreciation for Coach Stephan Bill.
September 10, 2024
Football | Piedmont controls Middletown, 42-21
Boys football gets first win of season.
September 10, 2024
Boys water polo | Piedmont falls to Newark Memorial
Boys water polo loses tight match
September 10, 2024
Girls tennis | Mixed results at Golden State Classic
Girls tennis plays only doubles matches at tournament.
September 6, 2024
Pickleball, lacrosse, and Australian football featured at next Try (it) Out Tuesday
For girls+ ages 6 - 16 on Tuesday, Sept. 10 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at Linda Beach Playfield.
September 4, 2024
It’s outta here: Oakland wraps Coliseum sale; police union blasts deal as a budget gimmick
"The Coliseum deal buys the city a few months reprieve and the one-time revenues will soon dissipate."
September 3, 2024
Football | Piedmont falls to Salesian in opener
Mistakes allow game to get out of hand.
September 3, 2024
Girls Water Polo | Piedmont hopes to be small but mighty
Several key players return.
September 3, 2024
Girls Golf | Piedmont can be as good as it wants
New girls golf coach believes there’s no ceiling.
August 30, 2024
Girls volleyball | Four seniors to lead mostly new Piedmont team
Young talent learning to work together as a team.
August 30, 2024
Flag Football | Piedmont hopes growth translates into wins in year two
A mix of newcomers and returning players will continue to build the new sport.
August 30, 2024
Boys water polo ready to defend NCS championship
PHS team will be strong on offense, and junior Luke McAuliffe is back in goal.
August 29, 2024
Oakland Ballers ‘truly overwhelmed’ as fan ownership surpasses $1M in investments
The round will close when the team hits the $1.235 million limit and investments are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
August 27, 2024
Cross Country | Piedmont ready to take its marks
Girls, boys teams used to high levels of success.
August 27, 2024
Girls Tennis | Piedmont has depth, strong ladder
First match is August 28 at Las Lomas.
August 27, 2024
Football | Piedmont looks to build on playoff run; strong senior class returns
The opener will be August 30 at home against Salesian on the renovated Witter Field.
August 27, 2024
Job Opening | PHS boys lacrosse varsity head coach
Interested parties should contact the school district's new athletic director Tyler Small.
August 13, 2024
Witter Field re-opening ceremony Aug. 14
Public invited to celebrate completion of project on Wednesday at 5:15 p.m.
August 13, 2024
Oakland returns to its Roots: Pro soccer club will call Coliseum home for its 2025 season
The team has bounced between local college stadiums for the last few years, most recently at California State University, East Bay.
August 9, 2024
Rec Dept invites girls+ to experiment with new sports at Try (It) Out Tuesdays
Three upcoming evenings of hands-on activities for current and aspiring athletes of all skill levels at Linda Beach Playfield.
August 6, 2024
Canine competitors ride the waves at annual World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica
Cacau, a chocolate Labrador from Brazil, took home the “top surf dog” gold medal.
July 26, 2024
From tongue-tied to friendship: Former ambassador says goodbye to Willie
Piedmont resident Jeff Bleich reflects on his connection to baseball legend Willie Mays, who died on June 18.
July 26, 2024
Reminder: PHS girls flag football kicks off preseason conditioning July 29
New and returning players of all skill levels welcome.
July 26, 2024
Reminder: Piedmont Swim Team tryouts take place Aug. 13-15
Come on in -- the water's fine! Swimmers ages 8 and up are encouraged to check out the fun.
July 25, 2024
Run through SF’s iconic landmarks: 31,000 runners set to take over city this weekend
The 47th annual San Francisco Marathon is on July 27-28.
July 25, 2024
Meet America’s high schoolers vying for Olympic Gold
All eyes are on Paris, which is hosting the 2024 Summer Olympics for the first time in a century from July 24 to Aug. 11.
July 23, 2024
Learn how to play pickleball
The Piedmont Pickleball Committee will host its monthly intro class on August 3.
July 23, 2024
Oakland Ballers announce manager change: Aaron Miles takes over from Micah Franklin
The Ballers play home games at Raimondi Park in West Oakland and have sought to establish themselves as a pro baseball replacement for the Oakland A's.
July 19, 2024
PHS sells pickleball apparel to support athletics
There's no team at the high school, but the city has an active pickleball community.
July 14, 2024
Oakland Ballers’ new investment campaign offers fans chance to own piece of the team
Fans could have a seat at the table and provide input on key decisions, including where the team is based.
July 12, 2024
Local with Lisa | Piedmont Pool Update
[SPONSORED VIDEO] Exclusive preview and behind-the-scenes tour of this amazing facility.
July 9, 2024
A legacy beyond stats: Everyone has a Willie Mays story at Monday’s celebration of his life
People from all walks of life, including two former US presidents, share memories of the 'Say Hey Kid.'
June 28, 2024
New Piedmont athletic director brings wide-ranging experience to new job
Tyler Small returns to sports four years after moving to town.
June 25, 2024
Piedmont Profile | Mt. Everest summiteer Graham Cooper
Cooper, an endurance athlete and mountaineer, made it to the top of the world's highest peak on May 29.
June 25, 2024
Piedmont rowers shine at Youth Nationals
Oakland Strokes club produces several top marks.
June 18, 2024
Giants legend Willie Mays dies at the age of 93
The Hall of Fame center fielder was one of the greatest players in the history of baseball.
June 14, 2024
School board receives Title IX report
Participation gap eliminated, but more work to do.
June 11, 2024
Piedmont Pickleballers pick up awards at local tournaments
Winners from Memorial Day weekend events.
June 11, 2024
Piedmont Pickleball to host beginner classes starting in July
It's never too late to learn: Intro sessions for all ages start July 6 at PMS sport courts.
June 7, 2024
Golden Gate Fields bows out: Storied horse track goes dark after final race this Sunday
An animal rights group will hold a memorial protest outside the track on Sunday, the Berkeley racetrack’s last scheduled day of horse racing before it closes permanently.
June 4, 2024
Piedmont falls to Bradshaw Christian in regional final
Baseball team finishes outstanding season.
May 31, 2024
Baseball | Piedmont beats Colusa, advances to regional title
The Highlanders advance to the June 1 championship game against Bradshaw Christian-Sacramento. Piedmont will host the 4 p.m. game.
May 30, 2024
‘Dream Team’ are PRD’s 6th grade 3-on-3 Basketball champs
Thirteen teams competed across grade levels in the annual PRD event.
May 28, 2024
Baseball | Piedmont routed by Justin-Siena
But team received berth in state tournament and defeated Capuchino 13-1 on May 28.
May 28, 2024
Piedmont Junior Running Club held track meet at Witter Field on May 22
A summer running program for boys and girls in fourth and fifth grade starts July 8.
May 24, 2024
Baseball | Sanchez comes up big for Piedmont
Baseball to face Justin-Siena for championship on Saturday, May 25.
May 24, 2024
Havens 5th Graders crowned 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament champs
The "Swish Kebabs" prevail.
May 24, 2024
Oakland reaches deal to sell its stake in the Coliseum to Black-owned investment group
Officials say funds from the sale will help the city cope with its projected $177 million budget deficit, and avoid cuts to city departments, including police services.
May 22, 2024
Softball | Piedmont falls to Fortuna in NCS playoffs
Softball sees season come to an end on road.
May 21, 2024
PMS ultimate frisbee finishes 2nd, wins Spirit Award in season tourney
Purple Reign battles wind, weather to wrap up competitive spring season at Spaghetti Western Tournament.
May 21, 2024
Piedmont Mountain Bike Team wraps up season at Six Sigma
The team includes High School club racing and a junior development (DEVO) middle school team.
May 21, 2024
Scots clinch victory with stellar pitching and unyielding defense
The undefeated team advanced as they squared off against the M.L. King Cobras Tuesday in Berkeley.
May 21, 2024
Double-zero was Oakland hero: Jim Otto, 86, was ‘The Original Raider’ with unusual jersey
Otto, who went on to play in a Super Bowl and be enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, died Sunday at 86.
May 19, 2024
Some of San Francisco’s pickleball, tennis courts could soon require reservation fee
Communities look for ways to manage the popular sport.
May 17, 2024
PHS Golf | Bloemker shoots 82 at NCS Division 1 championship
Piedmont golfer finishes season strong.
May 15, 2024
Golden State Valkyries: WNBA’s new Bay Area expansion franchise unveils name and merch
They will be headquartered in Oakland and begin playing games next year at Chase Center in San Francisco.
May 14, 2024
PHS Track and Field | Piedmont puts up top marks at NCS Bayshore
Track and field sends several to Meet of Champions
May 14, 2024
PHS/MHS student athletes recognized at ceremony Tuesday
Thirteen students from the class of 2024 will continue their sports in college.
May 14, 2024
PHS Swim and Dive | Schwab takes 16th at state meet
Piedmont diver concludes high school career in style.
May 10, 2024
PHS boys tennis | Highlanders fall in NCS quarterfinals
Loss to Branson-Ross on May 9 marks end of season.
May 10, 2024
PHS Athlete Profile | Sebastien Swain
The Piedmont freshman is one of the top runners in the area.
May 7, 2024
Photos | Play Like a Girl+ draws girls from around the Bay Area
Witter Field was a hive of activity on Sunday, May 5.
May 7, 2024
PHS Track and Field | Chau wins girls pole vault at WACC championships
Piedmont ready for NCS Bayshore.
May 7, 2024
PHS Swim | Schwab fourth at NCS championships
Piedmont diver earns berth in state finals.
May 7, 2024
PHS Golf | Bloemker qualifies for NCS Division 1
Piedmont golfer takes second at D-2 qualifier
May 7, 2024
PHS tennis | Smolko has to retire in semifinals
Piedmont boys tennis ready for team playoffs.
May 7, 2024
Piedmont Mountain Bike Team | Folsom Lake race recap
PHS Varsity, JV, and Devo teams competed on April 28.
May 3, 2024
Piedmont girls lacrosse falls to Acalanes at NCS
Highlanders opened playoffs with big win.
May 3, 2024
Oakland Ballers get Raimondi Park ready for its big debut, reveal details of new amenities
The team will play 48 games at the West Oakland park, and their first home game is set for June 4.
May 2, 2024
Piedmont High School swim team shines at WACC Championships
Boys achieve best finish in 15 years.
April 30, 2024
Piedmont students travel to experience legendary Cuban baseball
The universal language of baseball brings together players at the Santiago “Changa” Maderos stadium.
April 30, 2024
Piedmont softball splits two WACC matchups
Highlanders beat San Lorenzo, fall to San Leandro.
April 30, 2024
Piedmont girls lacrosse faces Urban in NCS playoffs
Girls lacrosse takes fifth seed after winning WACC.
April 30, 2024
Boys lacrosse travels to San Ramon Valley for playoffs tonight
Highlanders get 11th seed
April 29, 2024
Piedmont boys volleyball reaches end of season
Highlanders concluded season on April 26 at Bishop O’Dowd.
April 23, 2024
PHS swim team triumphs over Bishop O’Dowd
The meet also marked Senior Night, a special occasion to celebrate the team's seniors and their contributions.
April 23, 2024
Piedmont athletes blaze at Sacramento MOC
Track and field has good day, postseason awaits.
April 23, 2024
Piedmont boys lacrosse beats Acalanes, Terra Linda
Boys team gets key non-league wins.
April 23, 2024
Piedmont girls lacrosse closes season with rout of Newark Memorial
Team sends seniors out, prepares for playoffs.
April 19, 2024
Piedmont girls lacrosse splits in return to action
Highlanders beat Granada, fall to Miramonte.
April 19, 2024
Piedmont pickleballers pick up wins around the Bay Area
The Piedmont Pickleball Committee shares photos and results from recent tournaments.
April 16, 2024
Acalanes edges Piedmont softball in seventh
Team drops heartbreaker in return to play.
April 15, 2024
Play Like a Girl+ Piedmont: Volunteer opportunity
Two dozen volunteers still needed: sign up now to help with the May 5 sports event at Witter Field.
April 12, 2024
Oakland Ballers add three players after open tryout, including first woman signed by MLB
The Ballers now have 31 players under contract going into spring training.
April 9, 2024
Piedmont girls lacrosse falls to D2 power San Marin
Girls now 7-3 heading into second half.
April 9, 2024
Piedmont boys tennis takes two matches in one day
Boys get three matches in a row next.
April 5, 2024
California State Board of Education accepting student board member applications
Any California public high school student who will be a senior in good standing by the 2025-26 school year can apply.
April 5, 2024
Piedmont basketball summer camps for kids and teens open for registration
PHS Coach Jason Harris leads a staff of current and former players and college athletes for two-week sessions in June.
April 5, 2024
Oakland Athletics announce plans to play in West Sacramento for 2025-27 MLB seasons
Bottom line -- this season marks the team's last in Oakland. A's fans are not happy.
April 5, 2024
Oakland Ballers hold open tryouts Saturday in effort to stock new team with local talent
Local players are signing up to try out -- including Kelsie Whitmore the first woman to sign a contract with a professional MLB affiliated league.
April 2, 2024
Piedmont boys tennis rolls through Arroyo and Castro Valley
Boys to play double-header on April 3.
April 2, 2024
Piedmont baseball claims two more victories
Highlanders head into showdowns with Alameda.
April 2, 2024
Piedmont softball mixes core of returning, new players
Team out to 6-2 start on new season.
March 29, 2024
Piedmont boys tennis splits versus best of WACC
Team beats Berkeley, falls to Bishop O’Dowd.
March 28, 2024
California’s disabled students left behind during emergencies: ‘They just weren’t ready for someone like me’
A disabled UC Berkeley student has prompted the UC to ensure emergency evacuation chairs are in every multi-storied building.
March 26, 2024
Piedmont swim team faces tough Berkeley meet
Small, strong team is showing improvement.
March 22, 2024
Smet reflects on his tenure as Piedmont athletic director
Led Piedmont High for almost four years.
March 22, 2024
UC delays vote on much-debated proposal to restrict some faculty speech
UC's Board of Regents on Wednesday delayed voting on a controversial policy to limit what faculty can say on university websites.
March 19, 2024
Piedmont Highlanders are burning up the track
Track teams continue to put up strong marks.
March 19, 2024
Barrett ready for Big Dance as Gaels head into March Madness
Former Piedmont star is a key piece for St. Mary’s.
March 19, 2024
PHS swim team impresses at De La Salle Invitational
Strong relay performances and standout individual swims.
March 15, 2024
Piedmont track and field sets strong early-season marks
Team competes at Gabor, Castro Valley meets.
March 15, 2024
Piedmont girls lacrosse comes up short against Monte Vista
Girls team hammers San Rafael earlier in the week.
March 15, 2024
Piedmont’s small swim team upsets Castro Valley
Opponent has three times as many swimmers as PHS.
March 14, 2024
Piedmont takes a pair in boys lacrosse early in season
Team routs Washington, shuts out California.
March 13, 2024
UC has enrolled more Californians, but lawmakers say it’s not enough
Legislators propose further increasing tuition for students coming from outside California.
March 12, 2024
Photos | Highlanders faithful turn out for Witter Field memorial ceremony
New memorial to WWII hero and son of Piedmont unveiled at PHS athletic field.
March 12, 2024
Photos | It’s time to play ball! Piedmont Baseball Softball Foundation hosts opening day celebration
Hundreds of youth players and their families turned out for the annual opening day celebration held at Becker Playfield.
March 8, 2024
Piedmont beach volleyball hitting in style in second season
New program growing, as is sport.
March 8, 2024
Witter Field hosts Junior Run Club “Challenge Mile Race”
The running club is open to fourth and fifth graders who attend Piedmont elementary schools.
March 1, 2024
Valley Christian ends Piedmont boys basketball season
Highlanders make second appearance in state playoffs.
March 1, 2024
Piedmont girls basketball falls to Whitney in CIF tournament
Girls end season with loss.
March 1, 2024
Piedmont track teams poised for strong year
Piedmont has strong core of talent returning.
March 1, 2024
PHS swim team looks forward to upcoming season
Hoping to replicate last year's success, team has their first meet, Friday March 8 at Castro Valley High School.
February 29, 2024
Piedmont boys tennis looks forward to another good season
Boys team has strong squad for 2024.
February 28, 2024
California legislature asked again to ban legacy admissions in private colleges and universities
Similar 2019 bill failed over fears that denying Cal Grants would hurt low income students.
February 27, 2024
Oakland coalition pushes for A’s to sell stake in Coliseum
Alameda County agreed to sell the team a 50% stake in the venue in 2019.
February 27, 2024
Piedmont girls basketball can’t keep up with Acalanes
Highlanders play CIF tournament tonight in Division 1.
February 27, 2024
Piedmont basketball teams make state tournament
Boys and girls will open on road tonight.
February 27, 2024
Piedmont boys basketball comes up short in NCS final
Highlanders now advance to the California Interscholastic Federation championships.
February 23, 2024
Piedmont boys basketball to play championship game Friday evening
Highlanders build big lead thanks to Burden.
February 22, 2024
Narcan at California colleges: Are students getting overdose medication?
The law requires it but not all campuses comply.
February 20, 2024
Piedmont boys basketball blows by Alhambra
Highlanders win at Archie Williams in semifinals.
February 16, 2024
Piedmont boys soccer hammers Novato, 6-1
Highlanders easily qualify for second round.
February 16, 2024
Piedmont boys basketball edges Sonoma Valley at NCS
Team next looks to avenge loss to Alhambra.
February 16, 2024
Piedmont girls soccer romps to playoff opener win
Girls team shuts out Albany, advances to face No 2 seed.
February 16, 2024
Piedmont girls basketball loses big to Carondelet
Highlanders will now compete for fifth place in the Open Division.
February 16, 2024
Oakland Ballers to play at historic Raimondi Park
Ballpark was the training ground for legends such as Frank Robinson and Curt Flood.
February 13, 2024
Piedmont girls soccer draws Berkeley in finale
Highlanders enter playoffs unbeaten in last six.
February 9, 2024
Liu’s goal beats Bishop O’Dowd in first home game in Piedmont
Girls soccer wins in return to Witter.
February 9, 2024
Piedmont boys soccer falls in home finale
Highlanders drop match to Berkeley at Witter.
February 6, 2024
Piedmont girls basketball beats Alameda, Oakland
Highlanders rebound after loss to Bishop O’Dowd.
February 6, 2024
High school cheating increase from ChatGPT? Research finds not so much
Stanford researchers say the frequency of students cheating on assignments remained "surprisingly" stagnant in fall 2023.
February 2, 2024
Piedmont girls soccer sweeps island schools
Team beats Alameda, Encinal by identical 4-0 scores.
February 2, 2024
Piedmont boys soccer beats San Leandro, 3-1
Highlanders getting ready for playoffs.
February 2, 2024
PMS baseball players headed to Cuba for cultural exchange
The team is fundraising now for their April trip.
January 30, 2024
Witter Field to reopen for soccer and lacrosse
While new turf field is a go, work on the track must wait until summer, and the track team will remain without on-campus facilities this spring.
January 30, 2024
Girls and boys soccer teams to celebrate seniors, host first home games of the season
Inaugural match on new Witter turf is girls soccer playing Bishop O’Dowd on February 6, followed by the boys team against Berkeley on February 8 -- all fans welcome!
January 30, 2024
In the News | USA Pickleball demonstrates new “quiet” equipment at Linda Beach courts
The media event was designed to showcase new quieter pickleball paddles.
January 26, 2024
Piedmont boys soccer beats Berkeley for first time in 8 years
Highlanders defeat Yellowjackets, 1-0.
January 26, 2024
Witter Field track repair postponed to June
New turf field should open in early February; unrepaired track will be open for some track practice and public use before it closes again this summer.
January 25, 2024
UC rejects plan to allow campuses to hire undocumented students
The proposal would have meant challenging a federal law that bars employers from hiring undocumented immigrants.
January 23, 2024
Piedmont boys soccer drops first of season to Bishop O’Dowd
Highlanders also defeat San Leandro.
January 23, 2024
Oakland Ballers have a (very) new rival
The Yolo High Wheelers will be based in Davis and participate in a training "lab" for careers in professional sports.
January 23, 2024
Pickleball noise reduction technologies demo at Linda Beach Courts
City partners with USA Pickleball and invites community members to attend and observe these new technologies in action.
January 23, 2024
School Board approves extra spending to fix Witter Field track
Track re-opening is delayed until June, but new turf field should open in early February, assuming weather cooperates.
January 19, 2024
PHS Sailing Team seeks new members
Intro clinic for interested high schoolers on Saturday, January 28.
January 19, 2024
University of California enrolled a record number of California residents in the fall
Davis, Irvine, and Santa Cruz see biggest increases in California freshmen.
January 16, 2024
Piedmont boys soccer beats San Lorenzo, Mt. Eden
Highlanders also tie with Castro Valley.
January 16, 2024
PHS student club hosts soccer equipment drive
Gently used soccer balls, cleats, shin guards, and even athletic clothing will be donated to Soccer Without Borders; donations accepted through January 26.
January 16, 2024
Newsom sides with parents’ rights groups to defend youth tackle football
The Assembly has until the end of January to decide the fate of the bill.
January 9, 2024
Piedmont girls basketball goes 1-3 against top competition
Team suffers first losses of season in San Diego.
January 9, 2024
In the (Sports) News | Four Highlander football players, coach recognized by local media
SF Chronicle and the Bay Area News Group share their 2023 All Bay Area/All-Metro Football teams for 2023
January 5, 2024
Shorthanded Piedmont boys basketball gives Bishop O’Dowd a battle
Boys basketball, down two starters, loses, 57-51.
January 5, 2024
‘We are disappointed’: Oakland A’s say no to planned B’s June baseball game at Coliseum
The B’s released a statement Thursday saying they signed a lease agreement and paid a deposit.
January 5, 2024
Arrests made at Berkeley’s People’s Park as controversial construction restarts
The plan calls for building housing for 1,100 students and a separate building with 100 apartments for low-income, formerly unhoused people.
December 29, 2023
Piedmont Swim Team swimmers qualify for Sectionals meet
Coach Stefan Bill shares highlights of the event.
December 26, 2023
California is pressing universities to repatriate thousands of Native American remains and artifacts, but results are mixed
Only UCLA and Cal State Long Beach have returned a majority of their collections back to local tribes.
December 19, 2023
City Council votes to boost pool budget, now at nearly $30 million
Council also approved a five-year agreement for license plate-reading cameras, maintenance.
December 19, 2023
Piedmont boys basketball splits first 10 after busy eight days
Highlanders get consolation at Acalanes, fall to University.
December 19, 2023
Startup professional soccer team to partner with St. Mary’s College
The Town FC is planning a 2024 launch.
December 15, 2023
PHS cheerleaders host Mini Cheer Camp Jan. 22, 24
K-3 students invited to learn the basics -- and then to show off newly acquired skills at a PHS Girls Basketball game on January 26.
December 15, 2023
Local with Lisa | Sports & Mental Health
[SPONSORED VIDEO] A former Cal and professional soccer player talks about how to have a positive mindset and overcome negative self talk.
December 14, 2023
Land surveying begins at People’s Park as construction awaits CA Supreme Court nod
Approval for UC Berkeley's plans to build student housing on the site have seesawed through the courts and California Legislature.
December 12, 2023
Piedmont girls basketball takes two at own tourney
Girls team beats Berwick, Vanden.
December 8, 2023
Witter Field construction delayed — again
Project will now impact spring sports teams.
December 8, 2023
Oakland Ballers announce inaugural season schedule, will play first home game June 4
The Ballers will face seven teams from the independent Pioneer League in 2024.
December 6, 2023
Lawsuit intensifies spotlight on free speech controversies at UC Berkeley
The social strife rampant on campuses across the country, experts say, may be indicative of a deeply divided nation coping with myriad crises, foreign and domestic.
December 5, 2023
Piedmont boys basketball runner-up at own tournament
Boys basketball gets off to 3-2 start to season.
December 5, 2023
Piedmont girls basketball sweeps through opening tournament
Girls take easy win at Bryan Ayer Classic.
December 1, 2023
New Cal program examines role of psychedelics in society
Research initiative will be run collaboratively with Harvard.
November 28, 2023
Fall sports name all-league teams
Piedmont athletes represented in several West Alameda County Conference teams.
November 28, 2023
Swain finishes fantastic freshman year at state
Piedmont harrier finishes 67th in CIF Division 4.
November 28, 2023
Oakland Ballers, the new baseball team in town, promise to never leave
The B's will play home games at Laney College baseball field.
November 21, 2023
Cross country competes at NCS meet
Piedmont teams finish 6th, 8th, while freshman Sebastien Swain qualifies for the California Interscholastic Federation championships.
November 21, 2023
Elementary school runners speed through Dracena Park in inaugural foot race
The Junior Running Club kicks off its next season in January. Registration opens November 28.
November 17, 2023
‘A sad day’: MLB owners approve Oakland A’s move to Las Vegas
Owner John Fisher says he is ‘truly sorry’ to fans (but -- IS he, though?).
November 17, 2023
Youngest e-bike riders more likely to be hurt; Marin County health officials warn on safety
Among youth ages 10 to 19 years old, EMS data showed that five out of seven recorded bike accidents were e-bike-related.
November 15, 2023
Register now for the Piedmont Turkey Trot
Runners, walkers -- even the 4-legged kind -- take to the streets for this Thanksgiving morning family-friendly fun run.
November 14, 2023
Piedmont football falls in NCS playoffs
Alhambra rolls after early Highlander lead.
November 13, 2023
Join Girls Riding Together (GRiT) mountain biking for a free fun ride Dec. 2
This event is open to female-identifying riders in 6th - 12th grade. All levels welcome.
November 11, 2023
Piedmont Junior Running Cub hosting Dracena Park race on Nov. 15
For the safety of the young runners, event organizers kindly ask the public to avoid using the park for an hour and a half that afternoon.
November 10, 2023
Local with Lisa | Plank + Power
[SPONSORED VIDEO] A popular Oakland pilates instructor opens her own studio in El Cerrito.
November 10, 2023
Boys water polo beats top-seed Marin Academy
Highlanders advance to NCS championship game for first time in school history, facing Alameda in the finals on Nov. 11 at Acalanes.
November 10, 2023
Piedmont football advances with 29-26 victory against Newark Memorial
Last Friday's win earned the Highlanders their first NCS berth since 2018. They play Alhambra tonight at 7 p.m.
November 8, 2023
Piedmont boys water polo defeats Newark Memorial in NCS
Boys advance to Division 2 semifinals.
November 7, 2023
Assalian competes with top golf players in NCS
Piedmont junior advances to Division 1 tournaments.
November 7, 2023
Flag football finishes season with losses at WACC
Piedmont falls to Berkeley, San Leandro.
November 7, 2023
California wants every high school senior to apply for student financial aid
Will a federal delay overhauling the application process slow efforts?
November 3, 2023
Piedmont girls water polo concludes season at WACC tournament
Highlanders fall to Berkeley in finale.
October 31, 2023
Piedmont water polo takes third at WACC tournament
Boys team earns berth in NCS playoffs.
October 31, 2023
Piedmont tennis finishes regular season taking 2 of 3
Girls tennis ready for WACC, NCS playoffs.
October 31, 2023
Piedmont football beats American, 52-30
Highlanders have opportunity to win Shoreline.
October 27, 2023
Piedmont water polo beats Lick-Wilmerding at WACC
Highlanders to play Berkeley for fifth place.
October 27, 2023
Piedmont holds on against Hayward in flag football
Team finishes season with 30-28 win.
October 24, 2023
PUSD continues work on Title IX compliance but there’s more to be done
Facilities access, team funding remain points of inequity.
October 24, 2023
Piedmont water polo gets wins over O’Dowd, Lick
Boys water polo enters WACC tournament on run.
October 24, 2023
Piedmont tennis into home stretch with a pair of wins
Girls tennis defeats Castro Valley, Alameda.
October 20, 2023
Piedmont tennis beats Lick-Wilmerding, Berkeley
Girls tennis continues WACC schedule.
October 20, 2023
Piedmont girls’ golf fourth at championship tournament
Assalian, Seto Nguyen advance to individual spots in division championship.
October 19, 2023
Once hailed as a drought fix, California moves to restrict synthetic turf over health concerns
California cities can ban synthetic turf under a law Gov. Gavin Newsom signed. He rejected a bill to ban PFAS in fake lawns.
October 17, 2023
Piedmont girls’ volleyball gets homecoming win over Alameda
Highlanders win second consecutive match.
October 17, 2023
Piedmont cross country gets trial run on state course
Cross country girls fifth, boys sixth at Rough Rider.
October 17, 2023
Piedmont flag football gets big plays against Tennyson
Highlanders even the record with 33-26 win.
October 14, 2023
Annual Piedmont Oktoberfest returns this Sunday
The October 22 benefit for Piedmont Athletics will feature local craft breweries, Wente wines, hearty German fare, and an oompah band.
October 13, 2023
Piedmont gets second place in three-school match
The game was the last for PHS seniors on the team.
October 10, 2023
Piedmont XC girls third, boys fifth
Cross country returns to action at Artichoke Invitational.
October 6, 2023
Piedmont falls to St. Ignatius, Berkeley
Flag football hits bump in the road after winning two in a row.
October 6, 2023
Warriors-backed WNBA team to call San Francisco home from 2025
The expansion team will be the NBA's first new franchise since 2008.
October 3, 2023
Piedmont picks up win over Berkeley
Both golf teams were down players due to illness.
October 3, 2023
Piedmont splits pair of league matches
Boys water polo beats Newark, falls to Berkeley.
October 2, 2023
Piedmont loses two players, gets one back
Shelby not suspended, will play against Alameda.
September 29, 2023
Piedmont girls volleyball gets historic win
Highlanders outlast Bishop O’Dowd in five.
September 29, 2023
PRD’s next Try (it) Out Tuesdays features rugby, soccer, and golf
A low stakes way for girls+ to try a new sport in a supportive environment.
September 26, 2023
PHS, PMS Mountain Biking teams host ‘fun’ rides this fall
All are encouraged to try out the sport and learn more -- no experience necessary; loaner bikes available.
September 19, 2023
Piedmont flag football falls to Alameda in debut
First official game goes to Hornets.
September 19, 2023
Piedmont tennis sweeps nonleague matches
Girls tennis downs St Mary’s, Head-Royce.
September 12, 2023
Piedmont cross country opens at Ed Sias Invitational
Highlander girls place third, boys eighth
September 12, 2023
Piedmont girls tennis competes at Golden State Tennis Classic
Highlanders have a strong weekend at tournament
September 12, 2023
Piedmont flag football ready for historic opener
Highlanders to play first game at Alameda
September 12, 2023
Piedmont girls water polo opens season at tournament
Highlanders compete at Newark Memorial
September 5, 2023
2 arrested after shooting at Skyline High
No injuries were reported, but students were kept under lockdown several hours as police investigated.
September 5, 2023
Piedmont boys water polo opens season at Irvington tourney
Highlanders win three of four matches.
September 1, 2023
Piedmont cross country loading up
Highlanders have strong combo of new and returning runners.
September 1, 2023
Cal, Stanford ditch flailing Pac-12 for Atlantic Coast Conference
The ACC will now have 18 teams.
August 31, 2023
Why new UC Berkeley housing law, if approved, won’t clear the way to build dorms yet
Even if the proposal passes, its fate lies in the hands of the state Supreme Court.
August 29, 2023
Piedmont girls volleyball splits at Albany tournament
Two wins in the Cougar Challenge.
August 29, 2023
Piedmont football loses opener at Pierce
Lagios leads Highlanders back on the field.
August 29, 2023
Highlanders girls golf splits in season debut
Highlander Mei Assalian is medalist in match against O'Dowd and San Leandro.
August 29, 2023
Oakland A’s fans hoping for late-inning miracle
The Athletics' shambling, incremental move toward Vegas grabs headlines, but Oakland fans have another take.
August 25, 2023
Flag football already a success with Piedmont girls
Inaugural season draws big turnout.
August 22, 2023
Assembly bill would sidestep lawsuit over student dorm construction at People’s Park
The bill would eliminate the requirement to consider noise as an environmental pollutant when new housing is constructed.
August 16, 2023
REMINDER: Skyline Lacrosse to host ‘Try It Day’ on Aug. 20
Kids in grades K-8 are invited to participate.
August 10, 2023
REMINDER: Piedmont Swim Team holds tryouts Aug. 15-17
Come on in, the water is fine: Kids from 6 to 18 years old encouraged to to join.
August 8, 2023
City Council says more time needed before making final Linda Beach courts decision
Noise remains the chief complaint as the city wraps its months-long pickleball trial. Also on Monday: Three Fire Department promotions.
August 8, 2023
UC admits more California residents for fall 2023
UC Santa Cruz saw the largest increase in California resident admissions.
August 8, 2023
New high school rowing team launching at Lake Merritt
The program is capped at 16 rowers; registration is open now.
August 1, 2023
UCB researchers call for greater climate refugee protections
According to the UN, more than 70 percent of the world's refugees will come from countries most vulnerable to climate change disasters.
July 28, 2023
Registration for Junior Running Club’s fall season starts Aug. 1
Open to 4th and 5th graders; register with PRD.
July 25, 2023
Rec Commission votes 5-1 in favor of transforming courts from tennis to pickleball
City Council to make final decision on Aug. 7.
July 25, 2023
Rec Dept hosts viewing party for US Women’s World Cup soccer
Watch on the big screen at the Center for the Arts as USA takes on the Netherlands, Wednesday, July 26.
July 25, 2023
Piedmont Swim Team shines in weekend competition
Hundreds of swimmers from seven greater Bay Area teams competed in the Redwood Empire Swim League event.
July 25, 2023
PHS girls flag football skills session starts July 31
Have you heard? A new sport is coming to the schools.
July 25, 2023
Piedmont Turkey Trot partners with Dress Best for Less
The local resale nonprofit will be a shirt sponsor for the Thanksgiving Day 5K race. More sponsorships available until Aug 5.
July 21, 2023
UC Berkeley goes Hollywood in biopic about atom bomb creator
A number of scenes for the new film "Oppenheimer" were shot on UC Berkeley’s campus, where Oppenheimer taught physics.
July 20, 2023
University of California opposes bill aimed at simplifying transfer process
UC officials argue many students would arrive underprepared because associate degree requirements don't always match UC prerequisites.
July 18, 2023
Rec Commission to consider pickleball subcommittee recommendations July 19
For the pickleball wonks: 128 pages of findings, data, charts and more on the usage of the courts.
July 11, 2023
Piedmont resident lives major league dream
Guy Avagliano travels to every MLB ballpark to take in a game.
July 10, 2023
Who is a first-generation college student? California colleges, universities can’t agree.
The term refers to the education level of a student's parents, a key predictor of that student’s success in school.
July 10, 2023
Should universities share athletics revenue with players? California bill sparks backlash.
Some opponents say the fund would draw money away from less lucrative sports like gymnastics and swimming.
July 7, 2023
Recreation Commission to review Beach Courts pickleball trial on July 19
The Rec Commission will likely make their recommendation about the courts at the City Council's meeting on August 7.
July 5, 2023
Summer camp spots still available in teen rowing camp
Golden State Rowing Club is led by PHS grad James Kwan
June 30, 2023
Space is still available in PRD’s summer Sidekicks camps for neurodiverse children
Teen Sidekicks act as buddies for young campers.
June 29, 2023
University of California looks to ‘share expertise’ after decades without affirmative action
After the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that race-conscious admissions are unlawful, the rest of the nation now faces the same reality that California's public colleges have experienced since 1996.
June 23, 2023
Pickleball comment consumes Rec Commission meeting
The Beach courts trial, set to end on July 31, has fans and detractors.
June 22, 2023
Take a survey about the Beach courts pickleball trial
Survey -- and the opportunity to let the city know your thoughts about the trial -- is open until July 2.
June 16, 2023
A lively DIY farewell to the Oakland Athletics
A bittersweet 2-1 win for the Oakland Athletics capped an electrifying night.
June 15, 2023
UC Berkeley chancellor announces plan to retire in 2024
Carol Christ has been Berkeley’s chancellor since 2017.
June 9, 2023
Schwab dives into new sport
Piedmont rising senior an advocate for those with diabetes.
June 9, 2023
Letter to the Editor | Net positives of pickleball
Linda Beach players go out of their way to respect the neighborhood, writes Lisa Tuck.
June 6, 2023
Letter to the Editor | Pickleball brings community together in new ways
Intergenerational play is what sets the sport apart, says Neal S. Dickler, MD.
June 6, 2023
PRFO capital campaign raises $2.1 million for new community pool
A broad range of community groups joined more than 200 individual donors to support the fundraising effort.
May 30, 2023
Long, relay team compete at state championships
Piedmont track and field caps strong season
May 30, 2023
Piedmont Junior Running Club concludes season with mini track meet
Over 60 4th and 5th graders competed as part of the club's intro to track and field events.
May 26, 2023
Justin-Siena outlasts Piedmont baseball, 11-10
Teams play epic semifinal in NCS playoffs.
May 23, 2023
Long wins 800 at Meet of Champions
Piedmont’s boys 1,600 relay team also going to State meet.
May 23, 2023
Piedmont baseball shocks top NCS seed on road
Baseball beats Fortuna; Justin-Siena next.
May 22, 2023
UC disability services understaffed, students say
Students report waiting months for accommodations to be approved by university disability specialists, who are responsible for up to 600 students at a time.
May 20, 2023
Piedmont Middle School Ultimate frisbee wins tournament
Purple Reign takes Spaghetti Western title
May 20, 2023
Piedmont softball season comes to an end
Highlanders fall in NCS playoffs at Fort Bragg.
May 19, 2023
UC Regents create first new college at UC Berkeley in 50 years
The College of Computing, Data Science and Society will teach computing, data science and statistics.
May 16, 2023
Piedmont track and field shines at Bayshore championships
Eight Highlanders qualify for MOC
May 16, 2023
Smolko reaches NCS championship match
Piedmont boys tennis team loses in NCS semifinals
May 12, 2023
Newsom’s budget keeps promised funding bumps for UC and CSU
There's a caveat: campuses are being asked to borrow money for housing projects.
May 12, 2023
Piedmont boys lacrosse falls in double-overtime
Highlanders drop 9-8 thriller to Tamalpais in NCS finals.
May 12, 2023
University of California’s undocumented students push for right to campus jobs
UC would become the first known institution to defy interpretations of federal ban.
May 9, 2023
Piedmont swimming completes season at NCS
Schwab ninth in diving, Taylor Rolefson 16th in 200 freestyle
May 9, 2023
Elementary school students try pickleball during P.E. classes
PRD is conducting a trial to determine whether or not the Linda Beach tennis courts should be turned into pickleball-only courts.
May 5, 2023
Schleuning, Bloemker make NCS golf tournament
Highlanders take fourth at WACC tournament.
May 5, 2023
Piedmont girls lacrosse falls to San Marin in playoffs
Highlanders exit NCS tourney in first round.
May 5, 2023
Piedmont boys lacrosse beats Rancho Cotate, Miramonte
Highlanders advance to NCS semifinals.
May 5, 2023
Piedmont boys volleyball gets NCS win, then falls to Acalanes
Highlanders complete strong season.
May 2, 2023
Smolko runner-up at WACC boys tennis championships
Piedmont standout falls in finals to Cho.
May 2, 2023
Piedmont boys lacrosse beats Bishop O’Dowd in WACC finals
Highlanders earn third seed at NCS.
May 2, 2023
Piedmont boys golf beats Castro Valley, Berkeley
Highlanders have strong regular season finish.
April 25, 2023
Piedmont boys tennis rolls through El Cerrito, Mt. Eden
Highlanders prepare for postseason.
April 25, 2023
Piedmont community comes together in final stage of fundraising campaign for new pool facility
PRFO thanks the following donors, and reminds any would-be contributors to give before June 1.
April 24, 2023
Q&A: With May 1 enrollment deadline approaching, an insider’s view of UC admissions
A UCSD admissions official discusses the process, including what waitlisted students can expect and how the campus plans to enroll more California residents.
April 21, 2023
Piedmont boys lacrosse splits nonleague matches
Highlanders beat Amador Valley, fall to Acalanes.
April 21, 2023
Long commits to running at Cal Poly-SLO
Breakthrough performance at Dublin led to offer.
April 19, 2023
Play Like a Girl returns Sunday, April 23
The Rec Department invites girls across the Bay Area to try new sports and meet pro athletes. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Witter Field.
April 14, 2023
Piedmont boys lacrosse beats Washington, University
Highlanders fall to area power De La Salle.
April 14, 2023
Piedmont track stars compete with nation’s best
Top track athletes run at Arcadia Invitational.
April 11, 2023
Piedmont Sports Hall of Fame honors former PHS athletes
Piedmonters past and present came together last Saturday to celebrate the six inductees.
April 7, 2023
Piedmont boys tennis rolls through five matches
Highlanders improve to 10-4 on season.
April 7, 2023
Piedmont Dragons win the PBSF 2023 Piedmont Pony City Championship
Intracity battle for-13-14 year olds.
April 6, 2023
Piedmont Sports Hall of Fame coming to PHS Alan Harvey Theater this weekend
Don't miss the April 8 ceremony honoring six outstanding athletes for their accomplishments.
April 4, 2023
Long has another strong performance at Stanford
Piedmont track competes at top local meet.
April 4, 2023
New pro women’s soccer team coming to the Bay Area
The new National Women's Soccer League team has not yet announced a name or home stadium.
March 31, 2023
49ers look to bring 2026 Super Bowl back to the Bay
The team last hosted the Super Bowl in 2016.
March 30, 2023
‘Super disappointed’: Lawmakers want UC to enroll more Californians sooner
Lawmakers who gave the UC and Cal State systems more money to boost in-state student numbers are frustrated that enrollment is down.
March 28, 2023
Chubbock takes women’s soccer job at Chabot
Longtime Piedmont coach will also stay with Highlander girls.
March 24, 2023
Piedmont girls lacrosse notches pair of victories
Highlanders defeat College Park, Cardinal Newman.
March 21, 2023
William Kentridge’s ‘SIBYL’ a dazzling, life-affirming display
Kentridge-related events continue at Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive and UC Berkeley.
March 17, 2023
Local with Lisa | Piedmont Swim Team College Commitments
[SPONSORED] Three high school seniors had different journeys, but they all have one thing in common.
March 15, 2023
California’s promise to build more student housing hits setbacks
Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to delay funds for dorms because of the state’s budget deficit.
March 14, 2023
Piedmont Junior Running Club program completes a successful winter session
Register your 4th or 5th grader now for spring and summer sessions.
March 14, 2023
Girls sweep, boys split in opening WACC swim meet
A successful day in a three-way meet with San Leandro and Bishop O'Dowd.
March 10, 2023
Loaded Piedmont boys lacrosse ready for season
Highlanders should be powerhouse in Division 2
March 7, 2023
Piedmont girls basketball falls in Open Division semis
Highlanders end dream season with loss
March 7, 2023
Piedmont girls soccer loses in overtime at Sequoia
Highlanders' season over in regionals
March 7, 2023
PHS alum Jojo Murphy named CCAA Freshman of the Year
Murphy is Chico State's leading scorer and was a standout on the Piedmont High School basketball team.
February 28, 2023
Daniel goal lifts Piedmont boys soccer to NCS title
Highlanders win second consecutive D4 crown.
February 28, 2023
Marshburn scores golden goal for Piedmont girls soccer
Highlanders win NCS D4 title in overtime.
February 28, 2023
Piedmont girls basketball wins NCS championship
Highlanders earn top north seed in CIF Open Division.
February 27, 2023
PHS alum recognized for basketball, academic achievements at Carleton College
To be nominated for this honor, a student-athlete must be a starter with at least a 3.50 cumulative grade point average.
February 24, 2023
Piedmont boys soccer back in NCS finals against familiar opponent
Highlanders get goal from Schleuning to win.
February 24, 2023
Piedmont girls soccer reaches NCS championship game
Highlanders dominate semifinal in San Francisco.
February 24, 2023
Piedmont boys basketball falls to Branson
Highlanders beaten in NCS semis for second straight year.
February 21, 2023
Piedmont girls basketball rolls in playoff opener
Highlanders drub Lick-Wilmerding
February 21, 2023
Key lawmaker endorses transfer admissions guarantee across University of California
Unlike CSU, UC does not currently participate in the Associate Degree for Transfer program
February 21, 2023
At Mosaic Boulders, top athletes reach for new heights
Gym owner Michael Heinstein says the sport's benefits to climbers of all levels go far beyond winning competitions.
February 17, 2023
Fitzgerald scores twice in Piedmont girls soccer win
Lam injured in NCS opener; Sonoma Academy up next
February 17, 2023
Piedmont boys soccer defeats St. Helena, 2-0
Highlanders advance to face top-seed Cardinal Newman
February 17, 2023
Piedmont boys basketball opens playoffs with victory
Highlanders beat Rancho Cotate; Analy up next
February 17, 2023
Rec Commission gives green light to pickleball trial
The 5-1 vote pleased most of the 30-plus people who addressed the commission on Wednesday night.
February 14, 2023
Letter to the Editor | PRD’s pickleball trial is misguided
PRD and the pickleball community have unnecessarily turned the Beach Courts into a battleground, writes Amy Vallerie.
February 14, 2023
Piedmont girls soccer closes regular season on a roll
Highlanders win three in a row, playoffs next
February 14, 2023
Piedmont’s winter sports teams make playoffs
Girls basketball gets top seed, girls soccer third
February 14, 2023
PHS MTB team captain leads GRiT ride
Heather Stoneman organized middle and high school girls to ride at Joaquin Miller Park on Saturday.
February 10, 2023
Piedmont Sports Hall of Fame set for April 8
Save the date: 6 athletes from PHS classes of 1981, 1983, 1999, 2001, 2009 and 2013 will be honored for their achievements.
February 10, 2023
Lillevand honored as part of Title IX celebration
Outgoing city administrator is former basketball standout
February 10, 2023
Piedmont boys basketball falls at finish to Bishop O’Dowd
Highlanders miss opportunities in 55-49 loss
February 10, 2023
Rec Commission to discuss pickleball trial at Feb. 15 meeting
The upcoming 5-month trial of an exclusive pickleball court at Beach Tennis Courts has piqued fans and detractors.
February 10, 2023
Piedmont girls basketball beats O’Dowd, seeks perfect regular season
Highlanders now 23-0 with one game left
February 10, 2023
Letter to the Editor | What is pickleball, and why in Piedmont?
Corki Recht extolls the virtues of this increasingly popular sport in town.
February 7, 2023
Piedmont Community Pool Project offers matching grant to help reach $2.1 million goal
All donations will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $500,000.
February 3, 2023
Piedmont girls soccer loses close one to Bishop O’Dowd
Highlanders continue up and down season.
February 3, 2023
Twenty-two and oh sounds oh so sweet
Piedmont girls basketball undefeated heading into showdown.
February 3, 2023
Youth umpires needed
[SPONSORED] Earn up to $40.00 per game for umpiring baseball for Piedmont Baseball Softball Foundation (PBSF)
January 31, 2023
Piedmont boys basketball beats St. Joseph’s, splits with San Leandro
Highlanders head into tough final stretch.
January 31, 2023
Piedmont boys soccer falls to Castro Valley
Highlanders come up short against league leaders.
January 27, 2023
UC intends to dock pay of workers who went on strike
The move to claw back wages paid to workers who went on strike in late 2022 affects 48,000 workers.
January 27, 2023
Piedmont boys soccer beats Tennyson, draws twice
Highlanders ready for tough stretch of schedule.
January 27, 2023
In Title IX anniversary year, Rec Dept jerseys honor women in basketball
A nod to the 50th anniversary of the landmark ruling for women in sports.
January 27, 2023
The SAT and ACT are less important than you might think
The proportion of colleges with test-optional policies has more than doubled since the spring of 2020.
January 24, 2023
Piedmont boys basketball gets back into win column at El Cerrito
Highlanders drop two in WCAL play.
January 24, 2023
Piedmont girls basketball remains unbeaten with win over Acalanes
Highlanders now 19-0.
January 20, 2023
McDonald takes down Nadal in Australia
Former Piedmont High star scores huge victory -- PHS tennis coach says he's not surprised.
January 20, 2023
University of California planning to expand outreach at 65 California community colleges
The 65 community colleges range across all regions of the state and include six in the Bay Area.
January 18, 2023
Piedmont’s Mackie McDonald has biggest win of his career at Australian Open
Tennis fans tuning into the Australian Open on Tuesday night got a chance to see local boy Mackie McDonald making good against Rafael Nadal.
January 17, 2023
Piedmont boys basketball falls to Oakland, beats St. Mary’s and others
Highlanders complete busy week with MLK games
January 17, 2023
National ‘Rugby Sevens’ league to expand into Bay Area
The Retrievers will be based in San Jose and will host an initial tryout for potential players on Sunday.
January 17, 2023
Housing problem persists for graduate students at University of California
Of the roughly 113,000 beds occupied by students, just around 17,500 are for graduate students.
January 13, 2023
Piedmont boys soccer gets win, draw in rare double-header
Highlanders play two games in one day due to rain
January 10, 2023
Piedmont girls basketball wins tournament in San Diego
Undefeated Highlanders ready to resume season.
January 10, 2023
Telegraph for People: Activist group’s effort to ban cars on Berkeley street gains traction
Student-led group says car-free streets build community.
January 6, 2023
Six takeaways for Californians after the UC graduate student worker strike
Many student workers are still dissatisfied and their new contracts relatively short, so tough negotiations may resume again.
January 3, 2023
East Bay Regional Park District sites are closed
Dog walkers, mountain bikers, and fans of brisk walks in the rain will need to find alternatives.
December 27, 2022
Piedmont boys basketball drops tight game to Campolindo
Highlanders fight back against area power
December 20, 2022
Local with Lisa | Piedmont Pool Groundbreaking
[SPONSORED] Piedmont Swim Team makes a big showing at the community pool groundbreaking ceremony.
December 20, 2022
Piedmont boys soccer routs San Leandro
Highlanders tie season-high for goals with five
December 15, 2022
As UC strike enters second month, grad workers risk arrest pushing for raises
Student workers view civil disobedience as a way to escalate their work stoppage.
December 14, 2022
UC regents permit UCLA teams to move to Big Ten
UCLA must spend substantially to ease athletes' travel burdens and may owe UC Berkeley a subsidy.
December 13, 2022
Piedmont girls basketball defeats powerhouse Archbishop Mitty
Highlanders take Mitty's place as No 1 ranked team in Northern California.
December 13, 2022
Piedmont boys basketball wins Washington tournament
Highlanders sweep through strong field.
December 13, 2022
UC, striking academic workers to enter mediation
Seeking better pay, teaching assistants and student researchers have been on strike for four weeks.
December 13, 2022
Swimming | PHS senior places 4th in 100 Fly at Junior Nationals West
Simon Lins' time qualifies him for Summer Senior Nationals, a competition usually reserved for collegiate swimmers trying to make the US national team.
December 9, 2022
Piedmont girls basketball improves to 4-0 with fourth rout
Highlanders' schedule gets tougher immediately
December 9, 2022
Freshmen lead Piedmont girls soccer to win
Highlanders open WACC season with win over Bishop O'Dowd
December 9, 2022
University too much for Piedmont boys basketball
Highlanders fall despite 42 from Harris
December 2, 2022
PRD’s youth running programs for 4th – 8th graders run January – May
Sign-ups start Dec. 6 through the Rec Department.
November 29, 2022
PRFO capital campaign for community pool: momentum is strong
Community encouraged to donate before December 31, 2022
November 29, 2022
Freshman runner caps outstanding year at state
Best runs 64th at CIF championships.
November 29, 2022
Academic researchers and scholars reach tentative agreement with UC
Hundreds of faculty pledged to withhold student grades as the semester ends in support of striking workers.
November 22, 2022
Piedmont boys soccer heads into transition year
Highlanders will need to develop new stars
November 22, 2022
Best advances to state meet; boys team fifth in NCS
Highlanders compete at NCS championships
November 18, 2022
Regents delay decision on UCLA’s move to Big Ten until December
Regents initially were expected to take action on the issue during a meeting Thursday.
November 18, 2022
The 125th Big Game is Saturday at 2:30 p.m.
The rivalry between Cal and Stanford dates back to 1892.
November 18, 2022
Piedmont 2014 Girls Purple advance to State Cup final
Team ends season with two consecutive trophies
November 16, 2022
Piedmont girls tennis falls in NCS semifinals
Kononova takes fourth in NCS singles
November 16, 2022
UC undergraduate students divided in reaction to strike
As UC strike continues, undergraduates decide between joining the picket line or crossing it to attend classes.
November 15, 2022
Kononova safe in Piedmont, but thinking about home
Ukranian refugee having success on the tennis court
November 15, 2022
2013 Girls Red Montclair Clippers team wins state title
Team ranks 36th in state after weekend wins.
November 11, 2022
PMS XC team ends successful season
Coaches impressed by supportive and inclusive team.
November 8, 2022
Piedmont cross country places second and fourth at WACC championships
Boys and girls teams have big days
November 8, 2022
Montclair Clippers 2013 Girls Red advances to semi-finals in NorCal State Cup Premier Division
The team is made up of girls from Piedmont and Oakland.
November 1, 2022
Piedmont girls water polo ends season on high note
Highlanders win thrilling match over Berkeley
November 1, 2022
Piedmont tennis finishes off regular season with wins
Highlanders head to WACC tournament as league champs
November 1, 2022
Piedmont boys water polo takes WACC championship
Highlanders beat Alameda; NCS next
October 31, 2022
Supreme Court conservative majority signals opposition to affirmative action
In 1996 race-conscious admissions were banned at public California colleges, which have since struggled to enroll diverse student bodies.
October 28, 2022
Piedmont girls water polo splits at WACC tournament
Highlanders rout Lick-Wilmerding; Berkeley next
October 25, 2022
Supreme Court’s decision on affirmative action in admissions could affect California private colleges
Decision could also impact California students attending colleges out of state.
October 25, 2022
Piedmont’s Assalian makes North Coast Section tournament
Sophomore finishes 30th out of 120
October 25, 2022
Piedmont girls volleyball wraps up season
Highlanders close with win at San Leandro
October 25, 2022
Piedmont boys water polo beats Alameda, loses two at tournament
WACC tournament up next
October 20, 2022
Fall undergraduate enrollment declines have slowed, but still ‘troubling’
College matriculation declines nationwide are steeper at four-year schools than at community colleges.
October 19, 2022
Piedmont varsity football season all but officially over
Highlanders games canceled.
October 14, 2022
Piedmont girls tennis beats Bishop O’Dowd, Berkeley
Highlanders grab control of WACC
October 14, 2022
Piedmont volleyball falls to Castro Valley on senior night
Highlanders battle to fifth set
October 14, 2022
Piedmont girls water polo battles Bishop O’Dowd
Highlanders fall short against league foe.
October 14, 2022
As Supreme Court considers affirmative action case, University of California offers cautionary tale
Eliminating standardized test scores from admissions could be the latest effort to fail in UC's bid to increase diversity through race-neutral policies.
October 11, 2022
Piedmont boys and girls second at Be the G.O.A.T.
Cross country hosts invitational in Pinole.
October 7, 2022
Second annual Piedmont Oktoberfest set for Sunday
Don't miss the Oct 16 community fundraiser for PHS Athletics featuring craft beers, wine, food, and music.
October 5, 2022
Addiction experts fear the fallout if California legalizes sports betting
Psychiatrists are especially concerned about online betting.
October 4, 2022
Piedmont volleyball wins homecoming match over San Leandro
Quick schedule change brings out big crowd
October 4, 2022
Piedmont girls water polo takes two of three at Battle of the Bay
Highlanders rebound after opening loss
September 30, 2022
Piedmont boys water polo goes 2-2 in Napa tournament
Highlanders suffer first losses of season.
September 30, 2022
Piedmont girls water polo falls just short at Castro Valley
Feldman, Melian score three each.
September 30, 2022
Girls’ flag football could become an official high school sport in California
The southern section of the California Interscholastic Federation voted Thursday to make it an official sport.
September 30, 2022
Sports programs in states in northern climes face a new opponent: scorching Septembers
California ranks poorly in a new study on heat-related protections for high school athletes.
September 30, 2022
WATCH: How should California address college student housing crisis?
During an EdSource roundtable, panelists said more dorms will help but called for other solutions too.
September 27, 2022
Piedmont football won’t play homecoming game
Varsity season in doubt due to injuries
September 27, 2022
Piedmont volleyball splits at tournament
Highlanders second in Silver Division, host homecoming game on September 30.
September 27, 2022
Commentary | What the Piedmont Community Pool project means to us
Among other benefits, having a regulation competition pool will make it possible for PHS water polo to finally train and host games in Piedmont, say coaches and team members.
September 23, 2022
Piedmont girls water polo beats San Leandro, falls to Marin Academy
Highlanders celebrate seniors
September 23, 2022
New program to give ineligible University of California applicants a path to admission
Students who don't complete their A-G course requirements in high school will be invited to a transfer guarantee program.
September 20, 2022
Piedmont football falls at Pierce in wild game
Highlanders have several huge plays in loss.
September 16, 2022
PMS Ultimate Frisbee team hosting open practices Sept. – Oct.
Purple Reign invites interested middle schoolers to check out the team -- no experience required.
September 16, 2022
Piedmont volleyball falls at Bishop O’Dowd
Highlanders visit new gym for the first time
September 13, 2022
Piedmont girls water polo takes fourth at Newark Tournament
Highlanders notch first win of season
September 13, 2022
Piedmont girls golf splits season opener
Win over San Leandro in three-team match
September 13, 2022
Piedmont cross country shows it belongs with the best
Boys runners strong in San Francisco
September 9, 2022
Base hit for A’s in environmental challenge to new waterfront ballpark
Lawsuit was filed by East Oakland Stadium Alliance, the Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority and several port industry and labor organizations.
September 6, 2022
Education Speaker Series kicks off with ‘Pursuit of Equity: Why Title IX Matters’
Attorney and former D-1 athlete Kim Turner will speak on Sept. 13 in the new Alan Harvey Theater.
September 6, 2022
Piedmont boys water polo sweeps to open season
Highlanders win tournament at James Logan
September 6, 2022
Piedmont girls water polo falls in opener
Highlanders lose at Newark to start season
September 2, 2022
Piedmont girls water polo building program
Highlanders look forward to exciting season.
August 30, 2022
Piedmont cross country teams aim high again
Highlander boys expected to be strong, girls on the rise
August 30, 2022
Piedmont girls tennis loading up for season
Highlanders should be strong again in WACC
August 30, 2022
Student racial diversity falters without affirmative action, UC tells U.S. Supreme Court
Outreach programs aimed at building diversity have not been effective -- both systemwide and at its most selective campuses.
August 29, 2022
Pass the Remote: Cult classics and more for a lazy long weekend
Long weekend screenings include Jaws, Flash Gordon, and Xanadu.
August 26, 2022
Highlanders looking forward after tumultuous offseason
Piedmont Football Home Opener vs Seaside is tonight: JV at 4:30 p.m., Varsity at 7 p.m.
August 26, 2022
Piedmont girls volleyball ready to rock
Highlanders have full schedule, strong nucleus.
August 19, 2022
UC proposes changes to how major athletics decisions are made
The regents asked UC’s president’s office to give them a report after Gov. Gavin Newsom said UCLA’s move to the Big Ten needed to be explained.
August 12, 2022
News from the Rec Dept: PMS Fall Sports Sampler, after-school activities, and more
Sampler for middler schoolers is this Sunday and includes girls volleyball, co-ed cross country, and co-ed flag football.
August 9, 2022
Rec. Department offers running programs for 4th-8th graders
Calling all runners! Check out these programs led by experienced coaching staff.
August 9, 2022
Later start times present new challenges for school leaders
A new law mandates later start times for secondary students in California.
August 8, 2022
University of California faces calls to reduce barriers for transfer students
Critics want guaranteed admissions for transfers improved. A new statewide panel on transfer issues is set to convene.
August 5, 2022
Local with Lisa | The Piedmont Swim Team
[SPONSORED] Tryouts are coming up on Aug 15 and 16 and Coach Stefan Bill encourages kids ages 6-18 to check it out.
July 22, 2022
UC regents ask for review of UCLA’s decision to move to Big Ten
Review by the university president's office will also look at policy allowing each campus to control its athletics programs.
July 22, 2022
UC tracks drop in students returning after COVID start
Retention rates hit low-income and first-generation students the most, but officials expect rates will rebound.
July 19, 2022
UC Berkeley to introduce four-year undergraduate business program
Students will be able to enroll directly in the Haas School of Business as freshmen for the first time.
July 19, 2022
Witter Field parking lot closed for construction
The lot will close Monday, July 25 and remain closed through August 12.
July 19, 2022
Youth sports feel the heat as climate warming trends upward
Heat stroke is the leading cause of death in sports.
July 1, 2022
Late start law for middle and high schools begins today
It might be the height of summer, but today marks the official start of later school days for secondary students.
June 24, 2022
Will California’s universities become abortion safe havens for out-of-state students?
UC and CSU double down on offering comprehensive reproductive health education.
June 21, 2022
Celebrating 50 years of Title IX with free popsicles at the Exedra this Thursday
June 23 is the 50th anniversary of the landmark civil rights legislation.
June 14, 2022
Piedmont student prevails in 60 mile bike race
Jasper Schuetz participated in the Lost and Found gravel race on June 4.
June 7, 2022
Schools would likely weather a recession; should the state budget for one?
Gov. Gavin Newsom and the state legislature differ on how to use one-time versus ongoing funding.
June 6, 2022
What information would help you plan your education path? California wants to know
The team behind the Cradle-to-Career data system will host public discussions to shape the dashboards and tools.
May 31, 2022
New study reveals hidden facts on college for California Asian American and Pacific Islander students
Report debunks "model minority" myth and shows disparity in college graduation rates among California's Asian American population.
May 30, 2022
Town and gown struggle over student housing at UC Santa Cruz
Some community members object to a university plan to build housing on fields in front of the campus.
May 27, 2022
Basketball camp sign-ups underway
Coach Bryan Gardere returns with basketball FUNdamental camp.
May 24, 2022
Piedmont honors athletes playing in college
The 16 student-athletes represent seven sports.
May 24, 2022
Piedmont boys track places third at Meet of Champions
Highlanders qualify four individuals for state meet.
May 20, 2022
Piedmont softball explodes late in playoff win
Highlanders beat Arcata 10-1 in NCS opener.
May 20, 2022
Piedmont boys track comes in third at NCS Bayshore meet
Downing wins 800; Terrill takes pole vault; Black second in two events.
May 20, 2022
UC system takes another step toward keeping students debt-free
The university has officially prioritized part-time work as a way for students to pay for college to advance its goal of students avoiding burdensome loans by 2030.
May 17, 2022
Photos | Play Like a Girl+ event draws a crowd
Rec Department's first free field day for girls of all ages also showcased Olympic medal winners and professional athletes.
May 15, 2022
Piedmont baseball takes WACC
Highlanders beat Encinal for tourney crown; NCS starts May 18.
May 15, 2022
Sign up now for adult summer softball
Register your own team or sign up as a free agent.
May 13, 2022
Piedmont softball wins WACC title
Highlanders earn tourney and regular season crowns; NCS next
May 13, 2022
Students lobby for bill to ease university housing crunch — but would it work?
Student activists say SB 886 would fast-track campus housing projects, which can get tangled in lawsuits.
May 12, 2022
Do the rich see inequality as a zero-sum game?
A UC Berkeley inequality study finds that, although efforts to reduce inequality are popular, many people in “advantaged groups” resist equity policies, believing they’ll be harmed.
May 6, 2022
Piedmont boys lacrosse overwhelmed in playoff opener
Highlanders downed by Vista del Lago.
May 6, 2022
Piedmont girls lacrosse season ends at Casa Grande
Short-handed Highlanders lose in NCS playoffs.
May 6, 2022
Piedmont boys volleyball wins first NCS match in 23 years
Highlanders defeat West County, fall to Archie Williams.
May 3, 2022
Letter to the Editor | Please support beach volleyball courts in Piedmont
Students say the growing popularity of the sport benefits many.
April 29, 2022
Seiden named Piedmont football coach
Former Skyline, Castro Valley coach excited to start.
April 29, 2022
Piedmont girls lacrosse falls to Berkeley in WACC semifinals
Overtime goal wins it for Yellowjackets.
April 29, 2022
Piedmont boys volleyball finishes regular season with close loss
Highlanders rally to force fifth set at Alameda.
April 29, 2022
Corey Reich Tennis Center Team wins USTA Sectionals
Proud to represent Piedmont, team wraps up a satisfying and competitive season.
April 26, 2022
Piedmont boys lacrosse beats Acalanes, falls to Novato
Highlanders get ready for WACC tournament.
April 26, 2022
Letter grades on way out? Why some University of California departments may use alternatives
Changes are especially being considered for first-year students to help them get acclimated to college.
April 22, 2022
Beach volleyball in Piedmont? Take the survey
Piedmont Recreation Commission seeks community input.
April 22, 2022
Rec. Department hosts inaugural ‘Play Like A Girl+’ event on May 15
With hands-on activities and coaching for girls of all ages, this free event includes demonstrations, professional athletes, and raffle prizes.
April 22, 2022
Youth, adult volunteers needed for ‘Play like a Girl+’ event on May 15
Help out at this fun Rec Dept event aimed at getting girls interested in a wide range of sports.
April 20, 2022
A blockbuster 2022-2023 season ahead for Cal Performances
Some 70 performances and 50 different programs include genres such as dance, chamber music, early music, opera, and jazz.
April 19, 2022
PUSD clears students in April 6 tennis match incident
Allegations roiled school community until investigation concluded.
April 15, 2022
Piedmont track sets records at high-profile meet
Highlanders take eighth at Arcadia Invitational.
April 15, 2022
Piedmont boys lacrosse loses to Serra, beats Moreau
Highlanders entering tough part of 2022 schedule.
April 15, 2022
Piedmont boys volleyball playing short-handed
Team struggles with injury and illness.
April 12, 2022
UC considers imposing criteria for California’s high school ethnic studies classes
Proposed requirements revive teachings on race that the State Board of Education largely dismissed as biased and divisive.
April 5, 2022
Piedmont track ready for Arcadia Invitational
Highlanders' stars head to nation's top meet.
April 5, 2022
Piedmont swim team continues with strong marks
Highlanders beat San Leandro, split with O'Dowd, fall to Alameda.
April 1, 2022
Piedmont boys tennis keeps rolling through WACC
Highlanders beat San Leandro and Berkeley.
April 1, 2022
Famed Berkeley peregrine falcon found dead
Grinnell and his female partner Annie had been nesting atop the UC Berkeley Campanile since 2017.
April 1, 2022
13th Annual ‘Run to Remember’
The annual event, which benefits families of fallen police officers, will be held on Saturday, May 7.
March 31, 2022
Without SAT, ACT, what’s next for Cal State admissions?
New set of eligibility criteria will focus on student high school grades and life experiences.
March 29, 2022
Piedmont boys lacrosse beats Marin Academy
Highlanders continue through tough schedule.
March 29, 2022
Cantrill goes the distance in win over San Leandro
Lefty throws two-hitter in Highlander win
March 22, 2022
Piedmont boys tennis beats Castro Valley, Bishop O’Dowd
Lambert returns at #1 singles
March 22, 2022
Piedmont boys volleyball suffers first loss of season
Boys volleyball now 3-1 after losing to O'Dowd, beating Encinal
March 17, 2022
Port advisory committee won’t play ball with Oakland’s waterfront stadium plans
Seaport Planning Advisory Committee vote is a recommendation and not binding.
March 15, 2022
Photos | PBSF Opening Day
Play ball! Smiles, excitement, and cheers marked Saturday's season kickoff at Becker Playfield.
March 15, 2022
Piedmont boys volleyball opens season with pair of victories
Highlanders top Alameda and Tennyson.
March 14, 2022
Lawmakers pass legislative fix to undo UC Berkeley’s enrollment cap
Without the bill, the campus said it would have needed to defer admissions and move other students online to satisfy a court order.
March 11, 2022
Piedmont baseball falls at home to O’Dowd
Highlanders suffer first loss of the season
March 11, 2022
Piedmont boys tennis wins three matches in three days
Highlanders roll through busy week
March 11, 2022
City Council lauds PHS boys soccer, PPD officer
NCS champs are celebrated and PPD's Nicole Casalnuovo gets a promotion at Monday's City Council meeting.
March 11, 2022
Legislation would save UC Berkeley from court-ordered enrollment cuts
New law would prevent courts from immediately forcing a campus to cut enrollment over population concerns and could be retroactively applied.
March 8, 2022
Piedmont softball looking to build on experience
Highlanders benefit from returning players
March 4, 2022
Piedmont boys soccer loses to Sacred Heart Prep in CIF
Highlanders first visit to state regionals comes up short.
March 4, 2022
Piedmont girls basketball falls to Lincoln
Loss eliminates Highlanders from state tourney
March 4, 2022
Is California souring on CEQA?
Democrats may carve out another exemption to CEQA, the landmark California environmental law, after a ruling on UC Berkeley enrollment.
March 3, 2022
UC Berkeley enrollment capped, forcing campus to decline by 3,000 students after state Supreme Court decision
Campus says it can find space for at least 1,500 following CEQA-based lawsuit ruling.
March 2, 2022
Piedmont girls basketball holds on thanks to Govert steal
Highlanders advance to second round of State tournament
February 28, 2022
Piedmont boys soccer, girls basketball advance to CIF tournaments
Playoffs open on March 1 for Highlanders.
February 25, 2022
UC receives more freshman applicants, but fewer transfer students apply
Big decline in transfers reflects dramatic dip in community college enrollment during the pandemic.
February 24, 2022
Piedmont boys soccer reaches NCS title game
Highlanders beat Branson; face University next.
February 24, 2022
Piedmont girls basketball battles into NCS finals
Highlanders to face #1 seed Marin Catholic.
February 23, 2022
Piedmont boys basketball comes up short in NCS semifinals
Highlanders fall to Branson, 57-55.
February 22, 2022
PHS Mens’ Volleyball coach recruiting new players
Coach Mariah Cardenas touts physical, social benefits of game; encourages all comers.
February 22, 2022
Piedmont girls soccer loses in NCS quarterfinals
Highlanders fall to Sonoma Academy
February 22, 2022
Piedmont girls basketball routs St. Mary’s
Highlanders reach NCS semis, face Lick-Wilmerding next
February 22, 2022
Piedmont boys soccer advances to semifinals
Highlanders beat Justin-Siena 5-0; Branson up next in NCS semis
February 22, 2022
Universities could skip environmental review for campus housing under proposed bill
State Sen. Scott Wiener's bill would apply to UC, CSU, and community colleges.
February 22, 2022
Piedmont boys basketball turns tables on Encinal
Highlanders advance to NCS semis; Branson up next on Feb. 22.
February 18, 2022
Oakland approval of ballpark EIR puts Athletics closer to new waterfront home
A council vote for final passage is scheduled for March 1.
February 18, 2022
NCS playoff tickets available online
All four Piedmont winter sports teams advance in the NCS playoffs.
February 18, 2022
Piedmont girls soccer impressive in first round playoff victory
Highlanders beat College Prep 4-0; face Sonoma Academy next.
February 18, 2022
If UC Berkeley must cut 3,000 students, should it spare Californians?
In a coda to ongoing tension over how many nonresident students the UCs should enroll, one key lawmaker says yes.
February 17, 2022
Piedmont girls basketball blows out John Swett
Highlanders open NCS playoffs with easy win.
February 15, 2022
Zamora named co-MVP
Highlanders lose regular season finale to San Leandro; start NCS on Feb. 16.
February 15, 2022
Piedmont boys basketball beats San Leandro, falls to O’Dowd
Highlanders ready for playoffs; first game on Feb. 15.
February 15, 2022
Piedmont boys soccer shuts out Encinal
Highlanders finish regular season and look forward to NCS.
February 15, 2022
UC Berkeley says it could admit thousands fewer freshmen under court order
The university has appealed to the state supreme court an appeals court decision that freezes enrollment numbers.
February 13, 2022
Piedmont winter sports earn high seeds in playoffs
All four Highlanders teams will open at home.
February 11, 2022
Letter to the Editor | Football provides life lessons on and off the field
The sport helped shape our lives, write former team captains Jack Elvekrog, Hunter Settlemier, and Marshall Petty.
February 11, 2022
Piedmont girls basketball runs away from O’Dowd
Highlanders beat rival on Senior Night; can win WACC tonight.
February 10, 2022
Piedmont football continues in limbo
Varsity team was not included in WACC schedules in December
February 8, 2022
The high-speed physics of bobsled, luge and skeleton
Fans often miss the subtleties involved in turning and steering in these high-speed winter sports.
February 8, 2022
California offers graduation honor to encourage active civic engagement
Students can earn a Seal of Civic Engagement if they learn how to research issues and effect change by getting involved in community issues.
February 4, 2022
Outdoor Life | Kayaking on the Bay
Exedra editor Nick Levinson on origami kayaks and the discovery of unparalleled views, abundant bird life, and other waterfront wonders.
February 3, 2022
Targeted universalism: A solution for inequality?
A new, more involved policy approach to racial inequities offers promise even as it remains untested.
February 1, 2022
PHS boys volleyball team recruiting new players
The first PHS boys team in 20 years is also looking for a coach.
February 1, 2022
Piedmont boys basketball beats San Ramon Valley
Highlanders notch big non-league win.
February 1, 2022
John Madden memorial date changed
Tickets for the Feb 14 celebration of Madden's life will go on sale later this week.
January 25, 2022
Piedmont boys basketball drops heartbreaker to O’Dowd
Highlanders beat San Leandro in other game this week
January 25, 2022
Piedmont Baseball-Softball Foundation looking for youth umpires
Kids in 7th grade or higher can earn up to $40 per game umpiring Pinto and Mustang games.
January 21, 2022
‘A solid single’: Oakland planners send A’s stadium EIR to council for approval
The Athletics continue to explore sites in Las Vegas.
January 19, 2022
Piedmont boys basketball beats Alhambra, Castro Valley
Highlanders return to action with two wins
January 19, 2022
Piedmont girls basketball gets win over Lynwood
Highlanders play well in MLK showcase
January 18, 2022
Oakland A’s star Tony Kemp on why local activism matters
The Athletics infielder's recent projects include planting trees in urban communities.
January 18, 2022
Letter to the Editor | Why varsity football is worth saving
Mary Alice McNeil, a PHS alumna and parent of two recent grads who played football, shares her views on the direction of the program.
January 11, 2022
More postponements for Piedmont sports
Girls soccer ties as omicron variant disrupts schedules across Bay Area.
January 7, 2022
Virus spread affecting high school sports
Boys basketball wins in one of only two games played during the week as postponements start piling up all over the region.
January 7, 2022
Oakland memorial service for John Madden set for February
The Super Bowl-winning Oakland Raiders coach died Dec. 28, age 85.
December 21, 2021
Spencer temporarily steps aside as boys basketball coach
Assistants Jason Harris and Shamaree Worley will run the team in his absence.
December 17, 2021
Piedmont girls soccer ties Miramonte, beats Arroyo
Highlanders off to strong start
December 17, 2021
Piedmont girls basketball drops final two in tournament
Highlanders fall to Newman, Vanden
December 17, 2021
Piedmont boys basketball takes third place in tournament
Highlanders win two of three
December 17, 2021
Oakland releases final environmental impact report on proposed stadium
City officials are waiting for the A's to revise and submit plans as part of the project review process.
December 14, 2021
Piedmont girls basketball raises record to 4-0
Highlanders rout Lompoc in tournament opener
December 9, 2021
With standardized testing out, what’s next for University of California admissions?
College access advocates expect UC's move to abandon the SAT and ACT is the first step in making admissions more equitable.
December 7, 2021
Piedmont boys basketball starts 2-3
Tough early schedule will make team better, says coach
December 7, 2021
DBFL Ski Sale – Part 2!
Get there early this Saturday for deep discounts of brand-name ski and snowboarding clothing + accessories.
December 3, 2021
Piedmont girls basketball has talent, needs depth
Highlanders coming off 14-2 season
December 3, 2021
Experienced Piedmont girls soccer looks to return to NCS
Highlanders lost only four seniors from spring
November 30, 2021
Highlanders score at state cross country meet
Piedmont's boys have best finish since 2006
November 26, 2021
Piedmont boys basketball getting defensive
Rebounding another focus for 2021-22 season
November 23, 2021
PEF to act as fiscal sponsor for annual Turkey Trot
An MOU between the Piedmont Education Foundation and race organizers was signed on Monday.
November 22, 2021
What’s it like to study from a hotel? As UC housing crunch worsens, these students are finding out
At least four UC campuses have resorted to hotels to temporarily house students this fall, but financial support campuses offer varies.
November 18, 2021
Top official says UC admissions to remain test-free ‘now and into the future’
UC also rejected using Smarter Balanced exams in admissions.
November 17, 2021
UC lecturers win raises, concessions in deal that averts two-day strike
Agreement came after years of negotiating, heading off a planned strike.
November 16, 2021
New dedications at Corey Reich Tennis Center
Moving ceremony for beloved tennis coach
November 16, 2021
Fall 2021 season highlights: JV Football
JV squad finishes season as league co-champions with 6-3 record
November 16, 2021
Fall 2021 season highlights: JV Girls Water Polo
Girls develop skills, come together as a team
November 16, 2021
Fall 2021 season highlights: JV Girls Tennis
Girls play well against tough competition
November 16, 2021
UC lecturers will strike Wednesday, halting instruction for thousands of students
The lecturer union and UC have made some progress in their multi-year impasse over a new contract, but many issues remain unsolved.
November 15, 2021
Pandemic caused decline in international students at California colleges but return has begun
Despite travel restrictions, California still enrolled most foreign students in nation, led by USC and UC campuses.
November 12, 2021
Piedmont boys water polo falls in NCS semifinals
Marin Academy too much for Highlanders
November 12, 2021
Piedmont football falls to Mt. Eden in season finale
No quit for team despite small numbers
November 12, 2021
Tahoe resorts prepare to open but Thanksgiving skiing seems unlikely
Mild temperatures and dry weather hamper snowmaking efforts.
November 9, 2021
Rec Department Winter/Spring activity guide now available online
Online registration for residents starts Tues, Nov 16.
November 2, 2021
National historic designation for People’s Park won’t change dorm plan for the site
A state commission voted Friday to recommend the registration to the federal government.
November 2, 2021
Piedmont girls water polo closes season with big win
Highlanders girls water polo beats San Leandro
October 26, 2021
County supervisors support working with Oakland on an Athletics’ Howard Terminal stadium
Cautious vote in favor came after a lengthy meeting and lively public comment session.
October 26, 2021
Bishop O’Dowd outlasts Piedmont football
Highlanders hang with the Dragons for three quarters
October 26, 2021
Piedmont girls water polo earns split
Highlanders beat San Leandro, fall to Alhambra
October 25, 2021
Angélique Kidjo put her own spin on a classic Talking Heads album
The celebrated Beninese musician and composer returns to Zellerbach on Friday.
October 22, 2021
Piedmont volleyball comes up just short in season finale
Girls volleyball falls to Berkeley in thriller
October 22, 2021
Supervisors’ vote next week will signal fate of an Oakland Athletics stadium at Howard Terminal
The city of Oakland and the A's need county support to move ahead with the proposed ballpark.
October 22, 2021
Equity proves elusive in gifted programs, research shows
Long-standing achievement differences on standardized tests play a role, but bias toward Black students by white teachers does, too.
October 21, 2021
Pressure mounts on UC system to reach agreement with lecturer workforce as strikes and class cancellations loom
The UC workforce has a churn problem as about a quarter of the system’s 6,000 lecturers don’t return annually.
October 12, 2021
Piedmont girls golf gets two wins
Highlanders defeat San Leandro, Arroyo in WACC match
October 12, 2021
Piedmont girls water polo falls to Alameda, BOD
Girls water polo battles league foes
October 8, 2021
County to discuss funding for Howard Terminal ballpark later this month
The county has been asked to commit more than $350 million of projected future revenues to the project.
October 7, 2021
People’s Park in line for major makeover under housing plan OK’d by UC regents
Green space will remain, and housing for students and very low-income residents is planned.
October 5, 2021
Piedmont girls water polo falls to Bishop O’Dowd
Highlanders play tight match, lose 4-2
October 5, 2021
Unanimous approval for pool bond measure oversight committee
The committee of five, to be appointed by City Council, will review and report on the expenditure of the proceeds of the bonds.
October 5, 2021
UC workforce churn: Why a quarter of lecturers don’t return each year
Relatively low pay and little job stability create precarious working conditions and now lecturers are considering a strike.
October 1, 2021
Ballpark strike averted: Giants’ concession workers approve new contract
The deal includes pay increases and a lower threshold for healthcare eligibility.
October 1, 2021
UC Regents approve housing project at People’s Park in Berkeley
Two groups are suing the university over the project.
September 28, 2021
Piedmont football impresses opposition despite loss
Short-handed Highlanders fall at Templeton
September 28, 2021
Piedmont tennis drops close match to Berkeley
Highlanders beat Tennyson, lose to O'Dowd
September 28, 2021
Piedmont boys water polo romps twice
Highlanders rout Lick-Wilmerding, Castro Valley
September 24, 2021
As UC makes room for more Californians, can it afford to lose out-of-state students?
Lawmakers, students, and university officials have different positions on how many out-of-state students the UC should enroll.
September 21, 2021
Piedmont girls water polo splits a pair
Piedmont defeats Newark Memorial, falls to Berkeley
September 21, 2021
Piedmont football comes up short against Castro Valley
Highlanders put up good fight against Trojans
September 21, 2021
Piedmont girls tennis sweeps league opponents
Highlanders beat Hayward, San Leandro
September 17, 2021
Secondary bell schedule survey deadline is Monday at noon
Under a California law passed in 2019, high school and middle school schedules must shift to a later start from 2022.
September 17, 2021
Newsom administration opposes major changes to Cal Grants, calling them too costly
The governor has until Oct. 10 to decide whether to sign bill passed unanimously by the Legislature.
September 17, 2021
First annual Piedmont Oktoberfest set for Oct. 17
Brews, brats, music and more to be featured at inaugural event to benefit Piedmont athletics. Due to COVID restrictions, tickets are limited.
September 16, 2021
California commits $500 million more to student housing: “A drop in the bucket”
The state will provide $500 million toward affordable student housing this year and possibly up to $2 billion in future years. Experts say it’s “a drop in the bucket.”
September 14, 2021
Register now for intro Pickleball lessons
Beginner and Advanced Beginner classes are taught by a PPR certified pro.
September 14, 2021
Piedmont girls water polo takes two of three games
Highlanders open season with strong tournament
September 14, 2021
Piedmont cross country does well at first meet
Highlanders shine at San Francisco Invitational
September 13, 2021
Vaccine proof required, unvaccinated not allowed at Chase Center for events of 1,000-plus people
A recent negative test is not acceptable for entry, and masks are also required for all.
September 9, 2021
Curry family’s bus brings nutrition, literacy message
The Eat. Learn. Play. Bus aims to provide nutritious meals, groceries, books and more to Oakland children and families.
September 8, 2021
Piedmont Girls water polo optimistic for new season
Highlanders get ready for season
September 8, 2021
Piedmont boys water polo has strong tournament
Piedmont wins four after dropping opener
September 7, 2021
Returning players good news for Piedmont volleyball
Highlanders continuing to build
September 7, 2021
Nearly 97 percent of Oracle Park concessions workers vote to strike
Ballpark workers won their last contract in 2013 after a one-day strike.
September 3, 2021
State accelerates timeline for college athletes to profit from their likenesses
The Fair Pay to Play act was signed in 2019 and originally slated to go into effect in 2023.
September 3, 2021
Your COVID game plan: are stadiums safe?
In the Bay Area, the 49ers play their first regular season home game against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 26.
September 2, 2021
Oracle Park concession workers threaten to strike over hazard pay after many test COVID-positive
The union representing the workers said indoor mask mandates and social distancing protocols aren't being enforced, as promised.
August 27, 2021
Judge orders UC Berkeley to freeze enrollment
The university must redo an environmental impact report for new construction on the north side of campus.
August 25, 2021
Piedmont girls tennis opens with road win
Highlanders team should be strong in league
August 24, 2021
How sports arenas became the poster child of California’s housing crisis
Oakland Coliseum development project is under investigation by same state agency that cited for Anaheim and San Diego arenas for skimping on housing.
August 20, 2021
Murphy to participate in Northern California event
Summer tournament scheduled for Modesto Christian High School
July 30, 2021
Piedmont adult softball playoff match-ups set
Return of softball in 2021 enjoyed by players after Covid year off in 2020
July 27, 2021
Oakland pursues pact with Black-owned sports group to redevelop Coliseum site
City councilmembers on July 20 directed city staff to negotiate with the African American Sports and Entertainment Group, which wants to bring affordable housing, retail business and new jobs to…
July 23, 2021
New rec supervisor sees opportunities for girls on the field, court, and pitch
Girls and kids who identify as non-binary don't often have the same access to sports like football, says Eva Phalen about why the newest Rec Dept offering has been so…
July 23, 2021
While A’s mull city’s financing proposal, 3 hurdles remain to ballpark deal
The team and the city of Oakland need to come together around affordable housing, a community benefits fund, and the structure of the financial deal.
July 20, 2021
Athletics, City of Oakland inch closer to an agreement on Howard Terminal ballpark
Six of eight councilmembers voted "yes" on Oakland's proposed financial plan for a new stadium complex, but A's President Dave Kaval said the city's current proposal still falls short.
July 16, 2021
A’s plan to reject Oakland’s latest financial proposal for new stadium development
The A's and the city of Oakland still disagree on three issues around the team's proposed ballpark at Howard Terminal.
July 16, 2021
Rec Dept’s first ‘Try (it) Out Tuesdays’ generates energy, enthusiasm
One more session left in this free pilot program
July 13, 2021
Adult softball update: July 9-12
Players have fun while attempting to avoid serious injuries
July 9, 2021
Girls’ sports program to boost leadership, self-esteem
'Try (it) Out Tuesdays' offers girls ages 5 to 12 the opportunity to try various hands-on activities for a variety of sports.
July 8, 2021
Oakland officials, A’s remain at odds over Howard Terminal stadium proposal
A non-relocation agreement, affordable housing, and traffic concerns were among the sources of disagreement between the A's and the city.
July 2, 2021
Summer brings new hours for pickleball
Play will be available every day of the week at the middle school, with designated courts for beginner and advanced beginner players.
July 2, 2021
Rec Dept programs and camps still have openings
There's still time to sign kids up for track/x-country conditioning, Summer Camp, and a new sports program for 5-12 year-old girls.
July 2, 2021
Supreme Court, NCAA decisions embolden advocates for college athlete compensation in California
With the NCAA no longer banning athlete compensation, advocates are pushing to speed up the implementation of a new California law that allows college athletes to sign paid endorsement deals.
June 22, 2021
U.S. Supreme Court sides with college athletes against NCAA on education benefits
The decision could also prompt states and Congress to act on bills that would enable athletes to make money from their names and images, personal appearances, social media engagement, and…
June 18, 2021
Coliseum could be home to WNBA, professional soccer, and college basketball
Professional basketball and soccer could be in East Oakland soon, and plans for college basketball are already underway.
June 15, 2021
Piedmont Sports Hall of Fame announces new inductees
Six standout athletes whose talents graced the courts and fields of PHS throughout the decades will be honored at the annual event next winter.
June 15, 2021
Could the Oakland Coliseum complex be home to new WNBA team?
The African American Sports & Entertainment Group is in negotiations with the Oakland-Alameda Joint Powers Authority and has submitted a term sheet to the city.
June 9, 2021
Piedmont girls basketball beats Bishop O’Dowd again
Highlanders win after honoring Johnson
June 4, 2021
Four local soccer players selected for Girls Academy talent event
The event featured girls from around the East Bay and is a way to identify players for U.S. national teams.
June 4, 2021
Honors for Piedmont athletes going on to play in college
14 pursue their sport at the next level
June 4, 2021
June 15-20: 7th Annual 8U/9U Caldecott Cup
Grab a glove and come cheer on PBSF's 8U/9U overlay teams as they El Cerrito, Moraga & Orinda's All-Stars.
June 1, 2021
Piedmont boys water polo takes two of three
Highlanders end WACC tournament with win over Alameda
June 1, 2021
Piedmont girls basketball beats San Leandro, falls to Marin Catholic
Highlanders now 13-3
May 28, 2021
Piedmont boys volleyball wins two of three matches
Young team improving with each match
May 28, 2021
Piedmont girls golf finishes third in WACC tournament
Alameda wins title, Castro Valley comes in second
May 25, 2021
Athletic director to return to full-time status
Piedmont High position had been part-time during the pandemic
May 25, 2021
Piedmont boys basketball back on the court
Highlanders beat Castro Valley in return from positive Covid test
May 21, 2021
Piedmont girls basketball routs St. Joseph-Notre Dame
Piedmont gets 25 apiece from Johnson, Zamora
May 15, 2021
University of California must drop SAT, ACT scores for admissions and scholarships
New settlement keeps UC from using SAT or ACT in admissions or scholarship decisions through 2025. UC has no plans to use them beyond that.
May 14, 2021
Oakland wants to work with A’s, MLB to keep the team in the city
The letter comes just days after MLB told the Oakland A's to look for another city to play while pursuing a waterfront park in Oakland.
May 11, 2021
A’s to leave Oakland? MLB says the team can explore other markets
Organization points to slow pace of discussions with the City of Oakland and other stakeholders around a proposed new stadium on the Oakland waterfront.
May 7, 2021
Piedmont girls basketball rolls to three wins
Victories over Alameda. Cal High, and Hayward
April 30, 2021
Piedmont girls soccer looks to break in younger players
Highlanders view season as a warmup
April 30, 2021
Piedmont boys basketball looks to keep rolling
Defending NCS chanps off to strong start
April 27, 2021
Piedmont boys tennis takes final two matches
Highlanders beat Berkeley, Castro Valley by same 4-3 score
April 27, 2021
Piedmont girls lacrosse edges University
Highlanders complete season with thrilling win
April 26, 2021
Skyline Lacrosse Club’s Girl’s ‘Try LAX Day’
Free event for all rising 1st thru rising 6th grade girls who want to give lacrosse a try | May 28 from 4 - 6 p.m.
April 23, 2021
Piedmont boys basketball splits openers
Highlanders beat Northgate, fall to Campolindo
April 23, 2021
Piedmont baseball notches three more wins
12-3 record heading into season-ending showdown with St Marys
April 20, 2021
Annie and Grinnell, UC campanile falcons, welcome 3 new chicks
Saturday was "hatch day" for UC Berkeley's resident peregrine falcons' newest brood and a livestream with open Q&A helped capture the moment.
April 13, 2021
Piedmont baseball wins 3 of 4
Derr leads win over Encinal, Levinson throws complete game against Castro Valley
April 9, 2021
Piedmont girls tennis downs Alameda
Piedmont drops just one match against Alameda, loses to O'Dowd
April 9, 2021
Piedmont softball rebounds with rout of San Lorenzo
Win comes after tough loss to Mt Eden
April 9, 2021
More time needed to study impacts of proposed A’s ballpark, groups claim
A coalition of around two dozen community organizations says they need more time to fully examine the 6,000-page environmental impact report.
April 6, 2021
How common is a damaging — and even fatal — post-covid heart condition in athletes?
As athletes at all levels resume their sports, what risks do their hearts carry if they’ve had covid? Initial data shows the risk may be low but still possibly deadly.
April 6, 2021
How California high schools plan to pull off ‘normal’ graduations
Ceremonies will be outside, probably in shifts, on a sports field with bleachers, or like Fresno and Natomas, in a big pavilion and minor league ballpark.
April 2, 2021
Free covid-19 testing pilot for high school athletes opens next week
The pilot program will expand to include all students in grades 6 to 12 after spring break.
April 2, 2021
Piedmont boys tennis wins three matches
Highlanders top De La Salle, Berkeley, and O'Dowd
April 2, 2021
Benching COVID: Baseball fans return to California stadiums
Never mind the loss -- a crushing 8-1 against the Houston Astros -- A's fans were elated to be back at the Coliseum for Thursday's covid-era opener.
March 30, 2021
Piedmont girls lacrosse splits two games
Highlanders beat Berkeley, fall to Carondelet
March 30, 2021
Piedmont softball wins fourth in a row
Highlanders beat St Mary's, San Lorenzo, Encinal and Hayward
March 26, 2021
Mills College dorms, classrooms will be filled with UC Berkeley students in fall pilot program
The students will be part of an educational cohort aimed at building group identity and easing the transition to a big university.
March 23, 2021
Piedmont girls tennis falls to Berkeley, beats Alameda
Competitive matches against league rivals
March 23, 2021
Piedmont boys tennis beats Campolindo and Alameda
Piedmont sweeps late matches for win
March 23, 2021
PHS baseball wins first two games of the season
Derr walk-off, Barna and Levinson mound gems the highlights
March 19, 2021
Piedmont Baseball looks forward to shortened season
Highlanders lose close game to Albany
March 19, 2021
PHS boys basketball back on the court
After more than a year away from the indoor court, players are eager to resume with hopes of another NCS championship.
March 16, 2021
City moves to establish pool advisory committee
With three to five community members plus representation from the Rec Commission, the committee will advise design and construction process.
March 16, 2021
For spring season, young athletes get back in the game despite covid-19 risk
Millions of young athletes are getting out on fields and courts, but pandemic precautions and delays are spurring conflicts among parents, coaches and doctors.
March 12, 2021
Piedmont girls tennis splits first two matches of 2021 season
Highlanders lose to University, beat Berkeley
March 12, 2021
Batter up! Piedmont baseball is back
The familiar sound of the crack of the bat filled the air around town last weekend
March 9, 2021
California educators want Congress to double the maximum Pell Grant award
More than 700,000 students at California’s public colleges and universities currently receive Pell Grants.
March 5, 2021
California’s loosening of outdoor sporting rules is good news for Bay Area baseball fans
A limited number of fans will be able to attend baseball games in person, according to new state guidelines.
March 2, 2021
Piedmont Rec rolls with the COVID-19 punches
Council also asked to consider reopening the old pool temporarily
February 26, 2021
A’s waterfront ballpark advances with release of environmental report
Planning for the complex is in its fifth year. A final decision on approval will be made by Oakland city and port authorities.
February 26, 2021
Girls on the Run outpaces pandemic blues
Running program provides girls with community and exercise in a year that has been marked by isolation.
February 23, 2021
First annual Piedmont MTB Classic open for registrations
The high school mountain bike club aims to raise funds for a team trailer, which will be dedicated to team coach Lynden McLaughlan who died unexpectedly in 2019.
February 19, 2021
Pickleball evangelist promoting the sport in Piedmont
Oakland resident Vendegna preaches the game
February 19, 2021
State relaxes youth sports restrictions
Guidelines mean sports may start up at PHS, although the Alameda County Public Health Department could maintain tighter restrictions.
February 19, 2021
Newsom: Youth outdoor sports could resume as soon as next Friday
Alameda County one of 27 counties that already meet the state's caseload threshold to reopen outdoor youth sports.
February 16, 2021
Could California get a common application for all public colleges and universities?
Proposal is among several recommended by an education task force to help California's post-pandemic recovery -- also proposed: more diverse faculty and staff and early college access.
February 16, 2021
Port tenants appeal court ruling in effort to keep A’s ballpark in East Oakland
Howard Terminal stadium project dispute continues, as A's say Oakland City Council must weigh in soon.
February 12, 2021
High school sports schedules under construction
Track begins workouts, other sports to follow
February 9, 2021
Pickleball getting too popular in Piedmont?
Courts open at parks, middle school; possible need for reservation system going forward
February 2, 2021
High school sports hopefully on the horizon
PHS athletic director Bradley Smet hosted an informational meeting on Feb 1.
December 31, 2020
Bowled over: Pandemic brings an end to Albany Bowl after 71-year run
Owner since 1985, John Tierney has spent some $700,000 out-of-pocket since the shutdown and simply can't continue.
December 29, 2020
Piedmonters getting used to new facility reservation system
Online registration now in use
December 22, 2020
What do basketball, ballet and parties have in common? Live-event industries are in trouble
As pandemic shutdowns intensify, more than a third of jobs in three California industries that rely on events — sports, performing arts and catering — have already disappeared.
December 15, 2020
Cal’s upcoming game with Arizona cancelled
December 19 game was the team's fourth cancellation this season and the last scheduled game of the regular season.
December 15, 2020
California public health officials update youth, adult recreational sports guidelines
According to new guidelines, more than two dozen sports and exercise activities are allowed in the most-restrictive "purple" tier, which is Alameda Cty's.
December 4, 2020
CIF announces further delay for high school sports
State governing body pushes start of practice back to January
December 3, 2020
The Arena | Deadbeat Dubs owners try evading Oakland debt with court appeals
The ownership group still owes nearly $50 million to Oakland and Alameda County for arena renovations.
December 1, 2020
49ers to play next 2 home games in Arizona following county health order
The county's new guidelines followed a significant jump in cases and include a ban on contact sports until at least Dec 21.
November 24, 2020
Heske heading to Ohio for college
Piedmont boys lacrosse star selects Kenyon College
November 20, 2020
Turkey Trot pivots to virtual scavenger hunt challenge
When normally 3,000 participants would be running the course on Thanksgiving Day, this year involves spotting sponsored signs around town, and doing any 5K that appeals.
November 17, 2020
New Witter Field restrictions as athletes resume practices
The Field will be closed to the community from 3 p.m. - 9 p.m. weekdays.
November 6, 2020
Cal football game against Washington canceled due to positive COVID-19 test
From June-Oct, Cal has reported 20 positive COVID results out of 3,547 tests of student athletes.
October 29, 2020
Berkeley’s BORP promotes inclusivity through cycling
Bay Area Outreach & Recreation Program (BORP) provides people with physical disabilities a venue for adaptive exercise, even amid COVID.
October 26, 2020
The Arena: Bye-Bye, Billy Beane
Not everyone is unhappy about the departure of the A's storied executive.
October 20, 2020
PHS football recruiting new players
Fitness and conditioning starting soon. All inquiries welcome.
October 17, 2020
Obituary: Baseball legend, Oakland-raised Joe Morgan fueled ‘Big Red Machine’
He played second base and helped Cincinnati win the World Series in 1975 and 1976.
October 2, 2020
Arena: Oakland group adds key players in push for NFL’s first Black-owned team
Oakland’s history of rebellion and African American activism — coupled with decades of loyal sports fandom — make the city a natural to host.
October 2, 2020
Baseball playoffs begin
MLB finishes shortened regular season and moves on to expanded post-season
September 25, 2020
Letter to the Editor | Youth water sports programs need a pool
USC Division I water polo athlete Henry Saunders says vote YES on Measure UU to keep important water sports robust.
September 22, 2020
Oakland Panthers indoor football team postpones games until 2022
Team officials cited economic fallout and uncertainty from the novel coronavirus pandemic for the decision.
September 17, 2020
The Arena: Oakland’s Roots grow into new league
The franchise has fully embraced the city of Oakland at a time when it’s been deserted by the Raiders and Warriors. Roots’ slogan is “Oakland first, always.”
September 11, 2020
Oakland may become home to first African American-owned NFL team
Not one NFL team is owned by an African American, while more than 70 percent of the NFL's players are African American.
September 11, 2020
Piedmont Rec offering running for middle and high schoolers
Classes start week of September 15
September 1, 2020
School sports still on hold
Piedmont will work with league on resumption of games in 2021
August 28, 2020
Video: Piedmont student athletes focus on future, advocate for PHS Boosters
High school sports remain on hold, but high school athletic support group looks forward.
August 27, 2020
City to decide if pool should reopen
City must weigh costs of reopening pool with needs of the community who face several dry years until a new pool is built, should the bond measure pass.
August 11, 2020
Littlefield will assume AD duties
Piedmont High will search for part-time replacement
August 11, 2020
PAC-12 Conference postpones all sports thru end of 2020
Officials also said they would consider a return of postponed sports in spring 2021 if conditions improve.
August 6, 2020
NFL expected to carry on for now
No preseason and delayed camps, but regular season a go for now
August 6, 2020
Former Raiders executive, scout shares thoughts on working with the late Al Davis
The combative, litigious, and often successful sports executive (and Piedmont resident) would do just about anything to win.
August 4, 2020
Powell leaving Piedmont
Athletic director heading to California High due to reduction in PHS position
August 4, 2020
Forced sports timeout puts squeeze on college coffers, scholarships and towns
Although some college leagues have canceled their fall seasons, schools with big athletic programs are still hoping for a partial return to the gridiron and the hardwood.
July 28, 2020
MLB returns, but for how long?
First games played, but outbreak in Miami doesn't bode well
July 24, 2020
Bay Area makes formal pitch to co-host 2026 FIFA World Cup soccer tournament
The Bay Area is one of 17 finalists in the U.S. competing for hosting rights.
July 21, 2020
CIF, NCS set 2020-21 high school sports calendars
Fall sports tentatively pushed into winter, winter sports into spring
July 21, 2020
California high school sports put on hold until at least December
High School fall sports is on hold in California until at least December. When sports resume, there will likely be a two-season system combining winter and spring sports.
July 17, 2020
School Board reduces athletic director position
District facing budget cuts, uncertain future for sports
July 9, 2020
Stanford University announces 11 sports programs being cut
Fencing, field hockey and sailing are among the sports being cut due to a growing budget deficit.
July 6, 2020
Will there be professional sports?
Don't bet on it yet; leagues have many hurdles to clear
June 30, 2020
Oakland A’s fans can buy cardboard cutout of themselves to attend games
Cutouts are $49 each for A’s Access members, $89 each for general fans, or $129 for a Foul Ball Zone cutout.
June 30, 2020
No easy answers as Council looks to immediate, longterm future for Community Pool
Swimmers ask to reopen leaky pool in the short-term even with financial drain -- and urge for a bond measure to pay for a new, sustainable facility.
June 28, 2020
Future of the Piedmont Community Pool up for discussion
The community faces a stark decision - to invest in a new pool or phase out aquatics operations entirely.
June 26, 2020
Tevis taking her love of lacrosse back east
Piedmont standout no stranger to traveling
June 26, 2020
Price brings enthusiasm to Piedmont swim programs
Coach building participation, quality of youth and high school teams
June 16, 2020
Oliver learned, now teaches life lessons on the course
Piedmont High golf coach shares his love of the game
June 9, 2020
Witter Field reopens
Some areas around Witter will remain closed until the District develops plans and schedules to sanitize facilities for safe use.
June 9, 2020
Piedmont lacrosse coach Price also working on the future of cars
Teamwork the same in car design and sports
June 5, 2020
Piedmont boys lacrosse celebrates shortened 2020 season
Four seniors given warm send-off
June 5, 2020
Opportunity knocked for Piedmont’s Olson
Baseball coach wasn't looking to go into coaching
June 5, 2020
Piedmont Soccer Club: Register now for Fall
Sign up today for REC soccer (U6-U19), contact us to explore COMP roster spots -- Let’s play!
June 2, 2020
Denard is good news for local athletes
Longtime multi-sport coach keeps working for his players
June 1, 2020
PMS pickleball courts are open for play
With social distancing rules in place, the courts will now be open M, W, F, Sa, Su from 10am-2pm.
May 29, 2020
Holmlund runs a family program
Piedmont track/cross country coach celebrates the good times
May 29, 2020
Video celebrates PHS athletes continuing their careers in college
Nineteen athletes are going on to play at the next level.
May 26, 2020
Baseball team celebrates graduating seniors
Barnes, Rubinson, and Spanier get warm send-off
May 22, 2020
From hiding to leading the pack
Coach Christine Chapon inspires students from all walks of life to excel.
May 19, 2020
‘It’s not just about running a race’: Oakland group provides platform for local kids to excel in life
Piedmonter Christine Chapon is Run for a Better Oakland's head coach and raises scholarship money for runners.
May 15, 2020
Budget deadline may bring decision on fall sports
Declining state revenues already forcing cuts
May 15, 2020
Wagener hopes to get back in the pool soon
Piedmont junior keeping in shape on dry land
May 13, 2020
Community colleges could see influx of athletes as coronavirus disrupts sports recruiting
With fewer spots for NCAA student athletes and little opportunity to impress scouts, many high school students could head for community colleges.
May 8, 2020
Del Rosario Chan not taking spring off
Senior lacrosse star is headed to the Coast Guard
May 1, 2020
Youth baseball, softball also victim of shutdowns
PBSF season canceled; hopes for clinics during summer
April 30, 2020
Golf courses reopening Monday after shelter order modification
Bay Area golf courses can resume operations as long as they enforce physical distancing.
April 24, 2020
Chamberlain Carr wants to get back on track
Piedmont sophomore was looking for big year
April 17, 2020
Kennedy looking forward to full schedule of games next year
Piedmont softball player now has lost most of two seasons
April 17, 2020
‘510 Day Virtual 5K’ is May 10
The Oakland Marathon team is sponsoring a virtual fun run to help the Alameda County Community Food Bank.
April 10, 2020
Spanier hoping for a chance in the summer
Piedmont slugger wants chance to play again before heading to college
April 10, 2020
Nelson upbeat despite disappointment
Senior making best of it after lacrosse season suspended
April 7, 2020
Pappas prepares for Arizona
Piedmont boys lacrosse goaltender trying to work through lost senior season
March 20, 2020
Luke Barrett, 2020 Piedmont Athlete of the Season
Senior leads boys basketball to first NCS title in school history
March 17, 2020
A’s respond to lawsuit seeking to stop fast review of ballpark project
A coalition of shipping, trucking and steel companies are advocating for preserving Oakland's working waterfront and keeping the A's at their current Coliseum site.
March 17, 2020
Piedmont boys lacrosse falls to Redwood
Highlanders lose 12-3 before season suspended
March 17, 2020
Piedmont sports on hold
Spread of virus shuts everything down; unclear if/when sports resume
March 17, 2020
Witter Field closed to help slow spread of COVID-19
No access will be permitted to the field house, track, or football, baseball and softball fields until further notice.
March 14, 2020
Voices | Piedmont Basketball Commentary
Anne Hauss Davies shares her thoughts on a historic season
March 14, 2020
Piedmont softball drops heartbreaker
Highlanders rally to take late lead before falling in bottom of 7th
March 14, 2020
Piedmont girls lacrosse falls to Foothill
Highlanders fall behind early, battle throughout
March 10, 2020
Piedmont boys tennis looking for another big year
Highlanders have one of their deepest teams in years
March 10, 2020
Piedmont girls lacrosse comes from behind for win
Highlanders down Redwood for second win of 2020
March 8, 2020
PRFO thanks Corey Reich Tennis Center donors
$455,000 was raised in record time, with a 95% participation rate, funding significant improvements and renovations.
March 6, 2020
Piedmont track and field looking to build in 2020
Highlanders have 70 girls and boys on roster
March 6, 2020
Piedmont softball team is young and ready for new season
Highlanders have 11 freshmen on varsity squad
March 3, 2020
Piedmont boys basketball falls in State tournament heartbreaker
#13 seed Highlanders lose in overtime to #4 seed
March 3, 2020
Piedmont girls lacrosse looks to keep on rolling
Highlanders will be strong, looking to repeat NCS title
March 2, 2020
Piedmont boys basketball prepares for CA state tournament
Highlanders draw tough first-round opponent
February 29, 2020
Piedmont boys basketball claims first NCS championship in school history
Highlanders fall behind early, rally for win over St. Mary's
February 28, 2020
The last time Piedmont made an NCS boys basketball final
Things were different in 1929, but the Highlanders were very good then, too.
February 28, 2020
Piedmont baseball wins season opener
Strong pitching and defense and timely hitting overcome rival St Marys
February 27, 2020
Piedmont girls soccer NCS run ends at Cardinal Newman
12th seeded Highlanders fall in NCS semifinals
February 27, 2020
Piedmont boys basketball makes NCS final
Highlanders down University; face St Mary's in championship
February 25, 2020
Piedmont Middle School Ultimate frisbee starting soon
Registration ongoing through Piedmont Rec Department
February 25, 2020
Piedmont boys JV soccer completes successful season
Young team bodes well for Piedmont soccer
February 25, 2020
Piedmont boys soccer loses NCS heartbreaker to #1 seed
Cardinal Newman prevails, 1-0
February 23, 2020
Piedmont boys basketball cruises in NCS quarterfinals
University-SF next in NCS semi-finals on February 26
February 23, 2020
Piedmont girls soccer scores second big NCS upset
#1 seed Cardinal Newman up next on February 25
February 23, 2020
Piedmont girls basketball falls to Lick-Wilmerding
Highlanders fall in second round of playoffs; season possibly over
February 23, 2020
Piedmont girls basketball Senior Night photos
Six seniors honored in pre-game ceremony
February 21, 2020
Piedmont girls soccer scores big upset in NCS playoffs
#4 seed Lick-Wilmerding up next on February 22
February 20, 2020
Piedmont boys soccer wins first round NCS playoff game
#1 seed Cardinal Newman next on February 22
February 20, 2020
Piedmont girls basketball opens NCS playoffs with big road victory
Highlanders use 19-0 run early to put Ygnacio Valley away
February 18, 2020
Piedmont’s winter sports teams all make NCS playoffs
Boys basketball earns top seed in Division 4; boys soccer to open at home; girls basketball and soccer start on the road
February 18, 2020
Piedmont boys basketball closes regular season with loss to San Leandro
Sawyers scores 16 in fourth quarter for Pirates: NCS next for Piedmont
February 18, 2020
Piedmont girls basketball beats Alameda on Senior Night
Highlanders end regular season on high note, win 20th game; NCS next
February 18, 2020
Piedmont girls soccer celebrates Senior Night
NCS playoffs start at Kezar Stadium in SF on February 19
February 14, 2020
Piedmont girls soccer falls to Castro Valley
Highlanders wait to hear about NCS playoffs
February 14, 2020
Piedmont girls basketball squeaks by Berkeley
Highlanders take control early and hold on for win
February 14, 2020
Eidam goes big on senior night for Piedmont boys basketball
Seniors shine in last regular-season home game; playoffs start next week
February 14, 2020
Johnson named Piedmont’s football coach
Interim coach from 2019 will continue with program
February 11, 2020
Piedmont Sports Hall of Fame inducts seven new members
Event brings out stars with their families and friends.
February 11, 2020
Piedmont freshman boys basketball battles O’Dowd
Highlanders come back from big deficit
February 11, 2020
Piedmont boys soccer falls to Hayward
Regular season concludes on February 13 with home game against Tennyson
February 11, 2020
Piedmont girls soccer drops close game to O’Dowd
Regular season ends on Friday with senior night game against Berkeley
February 11, 2020
Piedmont girls basketball beats Castro Valley
Highlanders turn up defensive pressure in second half
February 7, 2020
PHS Boys Soccer Senior Night
High school soccer fans are all invited to celebrate the graduating seniors at their last home game of the season.
February 6, 2020
Piedmont boys basketball falls at Bishop O’Dowd
Dragons win rematch after epic first meeting
February 4, 2020
Piedmont girls basketball beats Mt. Eden
Highlanders break game open in second half
January 31, 2020
Piedmont boys basketball loses close game to league foe
San Leandro takes advantage of short-handed Highlanders
January 31, 2020
Piedmont girls basketball falls in overtime
Highlanders rally to force extra period against Alameda
January 28, 2020
Piedmont freshman boys basketball wins two straight
Highlanders pull out close games against Berkeley and San Lorenzo
January 28, 2020
Piedmont girls soccer ties Berkeley and Castro Valley
Highlanders seek league win after three straight draws
January 28, 2020
Piedmont girls basketball rallies for win
Highlanders edge St Francis a day after dominating Berkeley
January 28, 2020
Piedmont boys basketball beats Berkeley
Highlanders improve to 17-2; big game against San Leandro on Jan 29
January 28, 2020
Goat naming rights on the line in Super Bowl bet between SF and KC
Looking to get each other's goat, the losing side will have to name a new goat kid at their local zoo after the winning team's quarterback.
January 24, 2020
Piedmont boys soccer wins two league games
Highlanders shut out Hayward and San Lorenzo
January 21, 2020
Piedmont boys basketball pulls away from Castro Valley
Highlanders take control in third quarter
January 21, 2020
Piedmont girls basketball gets back on winning track
Highlanders beat Castro Valley
January 16, 2020
Piedmont boys fall to O’Dowd in double-OT thriller
Highlanders lose heartbreaker on Jan. 15
January 14, 2020
Piedmont boys basketball continues to roll
Highlanders beat Mt. Eden, Acalanes; Bishop O'Dowd next
January 10, 2020
Piedmont boys soccer shut down at Berkeley
Highlanders get one shot on goal in 3-1 Loss
January 7, 2020
Piedmont girls basketball keeps rolling
Highlanders sweep pair at Cardinal Newman Shootout
January 7, 2020
Piedmont girls basketball sweeps through Reno
Highlanders go 4-0 at McQueen Elite Challenge
December 31, 2019
Piedmont boys soccer loses tough game to San Leandro
Highlanders fall 1-0 on late free kick
December 20, 2019
Annual event honoring Piedmont athletes set for Feb. 8
Piedmont Sports Hall of Fame honors Jeremy George, ’09; Heather Gibson, ’98; Greg Lee, ’99; Matt McGrath, ’88; Brendan Newland, ’07; Morris Nunes, ’06; and Arlyn Upshaw, ’12.
December 20, 2019
Corey Reich Tennis Center donations welcome through Dec. 31
To date, approximately $440,000 has been raised for renovations and improvements of the Vista Ave. tennis courts.
December 17, 2019
Piedmont girls basketball falls In Paris Twins final
Highlanders go 2-1 in home tournament
December 17, 2019
Piedmont freshman boys basketball beats College Park
Highlander twins clinch victory at the free throw line
December 17, 2019
Piedmont boys basketball wins Rob Vares Memorial tournament
Highlanders rout Santa Clara for title; Barrett MVP
December 13, 2019
Piedmont girls basketball opens Paris Twins Classic with easy win
Highlanders dominate Deer Valley from opening tip
December 13, 2019
Piedmont girls soccer dominates Moreau Catholic
Once the team started connecting their passes, the offensive onslaught began.
December 13, 2019
MVP basketball registration and evaluations on January 25
For kids who love basketball and want to continue playing at a higher level
December 10, 2019
Piedmont boys basketball takes second in hometown tournament
Highlanders fall to nemesis Branson in final
December 10, 2019
Piedmont girls basketball takes second at Lompoc tournament
Highlanders start season with strong performances
December 6, 2019
Piedmont girls soccer beats Head Royce
Emily Fitzgerald nets 2 goals in first win of the season
December 6, 2019
Piedmont girls soccer loses close game to Acalanes
Team shows positives in 3-1 defeat
December 3, 2019
Piedmont finishes 11th in state meet; Zalewski 11th place overall
Highlander senior concludes stellar cross country season
December 3, 2019
Piedmont girls soccer looks to build on recent success
Highlanders return strong group
December 3, 2019
Piedmont girls basketball features new faces
Highlanders have talent, questions heading into season
November 27, 2019
Piedmont girls cross country wins NCS
Zalewski second; girls team qualifies for state
November 22, 2019
Call, Becker reunite for NCS title
Piedmont doubles team caps senior season with section championship
November 22, 2019
Cal vs. Stanford | The Big Game and the swiping of the “Axe”
Longtime Piedmont resident and Cal fan Cameron Wolfe shares the scoop -- and some vintage images.
November 22, 2019
Piedmont boys basketball ready for new era
Team has new coach, familiar feel, high expectations
November 19, 2019
Piedmont tennis reaches NCS semifinals
Highlanders outperform expectations, show improvement during season
November 15, 2019
Sophia Zalewski, PHS Athlete of the Season
Zalewski ready to crown cross country career
November 12, 2019
Piedmont boys water polo ends season on a high note despite loss
Highlanders fall in second round of NCS playoffs
November 12, 2019
Piedmont tennis has strong league tournament
McEfee, Call reach WACC doubles finals; NCS up next
November 12, 2019
Piedmont cross country performs well at WACC championships
Zalewski wins league title; Highlanders girls second, boys third
November 8, 2019
Piedmont boys water polo advances in playoffs
Highlanders beat Encinal; face third-seeded Northgate next
November 8, 2019
Piedmont volleyball finishes off difficult season
Highlanders struggle, look to future
November 5, 2019
Piedmont girls water polo falls to Berkeley
Highlanders lose in third place game of WCAL tournament
November 5, 2019
Piedmont boys water polo takes third place in league
#6 seed in NCS; face Encinal in first round
November 5, 2019
Piedmont cross country concludes league regular season
Highlanders prepare for postseason
November 5, 2019
Piedmont football comes up short in finale
Overtime loss closes 3-7 season; Highlanders looking to future
November 5, 2019
Boosters Alumni enjoy initial event
Chance for parents of PHS grads to support athletic programs
November 1, 2019
Piedmont boys water polo wins one, loses one at WACL tourney
Highlanders will play Alameda for third place
November 1, 2019
Piedmont girls water polo to play for third place in league
Highlanders beat Bishop O'Dowd, fall to Encinal
November 1, 2019
Piedmont girls tennis beats Alameda, Hayward
Highlanders wind down regular season, prepare for NCS
October 29, 2019
Piedmont boys water polo ready for playoffs
Highlanders split final two regular season matches
October 29, 2019
Piedmont cross country shines at Mt. SAC
Highlander girls win division at one of top meets in nation
October 29, 2019
Piedmont football continues to struggle
Highlanders fall to Berkeley as injuries mount
October 25, 2019
Piedmont Football Homecoming and tailgate on October 25
JV game at 4 p.m., tailgate at 5:30 p.m., and Varsity game at 7 p.m.
October 22, 2019
Annual DBFL Ski Sale is November 2
Need help outfitting your family for the snow this season? Don't miss this opportunity at 799 Magnolia Avenue in Piedmont, 10-2 on Nov 2.
October 22, 2019
Pickleball Schedule | This Fall, Tuesdays – Sundays
Calling all pickleball aficionados, here is the schedule for the coming weeks.
October 21, 2019
Piedmont cross country teams continue to improve
Team gets chance to run on WACL, NCS course
October 18, 2019
Piedmont girls water polo routs Lick-Wilmerding
Highlanders cruise to nonleague win
October 17, 2019
Rec Commission reviews pickleball, progress at Reich tennis courts
Suggested 'modest' pickleball adjustments could be enacted in November.
October 15, 2019
Piedmont cross country shines in Clovis
Zalewski takes second in her division to lead Highlanders
October 15, 2019
Piedmont volleyball falls to Castro Valley, Alameda
Piedmont continues play in West Alameda County League
October 11, 2019
Piedmont boys water polo sweeps at Milpitas tournament
Highlanders win all three games
October 11, 2019
Piedmont golf wins big match
Before the first match of the season, coach Howard Oliver set an ambitious goal for the team: “We want one or more scores in the 40’s, and none in the…
October 11, 2019
Piedmont Ladies’ Tennis Club Fall Tournament a smashing success
A generous donor to the new Corey Reich Tennis Center, the PLTC relished the opportunity to put the courts to use.
October 11, 2019
Shetland Spring Baseball registration begins Oct 11
For boy or girl players with birthdays between Sept 1, 2013 and Aug 31, 2015.
October 8, 2019
Pickleballers ask for longer hours and better facilities
Setting up a possible conflict with tennis usage, requests include more courts, playing time, lockers, and a reservation system.
October 4, 2019
Kurt Bryan keeps pushing the game forward
Former PHS football coach talks to the Exedra about growing up in Piedmont, the famous A-11 offense, and his new gig as coach of the Oakland Panthers.
October 1, 2019
Gov. Newsom signs ‘Fair Pay to Play Act’ for college athletes
The legislation targets NCAA rules that do not allow student athletes to earn compensation from their association with college sports.
October 1, 2019
Judge grants order barring County from selling its Coliseum share
As fans get excited about the A's wild card playoff game, the city works to block the sale of shares of the complex to the team; saying affordable housing needs…
October 1, 2019
Piedmont cross country shines at Capital Cross Challenge
Girls team takes second in division; Boys finish 21st
October 1, 2019
Piedmont golf winding down season
Two more league matches before league tournament on October 14
October 1, 2019
Will CA’s new NCAA law be a game changer? Here are 5 things to know next
A new state law letting NCAA athletes strike endorsement deals has been signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom. But what does that mean in the short term?
September 27, 2019
Piedmont boys water polo beats Encinal
Highlanders jump on top early, cruise to 14-5 win
September 27, 2019
Piedmont girls water polo falls to Encinal
Highlanders rally but come up short in final home match of regular season
September 27, 2019
Piedmont volleyball loses heartbreaker to Berkeley
Highlanders play well but can't hold on against Yellowjackets
September 24, 2019
Piedmont football beats Lincoln
Highlanders improve to 3-2 with win in San Francisco
September 20, 2019
Piedmont girls water polo drops league opener
Highlanders recover late after falling behind Alameda
September 20, 2019
Former PHS football coach passes away suddenly at 38
Warren Joseph Middleton coached in Piedmont from 2007 - 2010.
September 17, 2019
Piedmont players join club ultimate frisbee team
Piedmont-Oakland Tech team starts fall season
September 17, 2019
Piedmont football falls to Salesian
Highlanders show some resilience in second half after rough first half
September 13, 2019
Piedmont girls tennis travel to Fresno for tournament
Highlanders take 4th place at California Classic
September 13, 2019
Former judge in Brock Turner case loses high school tennis coaching job
The former Santa Clara County Superior Court judge was recalled by voters following a highly contentious sexual assault case.
September 10, 2019
Indoor Football League coming to Oakland
Former NFL player and Oakland native Marshawn Lynch will bring the Oakland Panthers to the Oakland Arena in spring 2020.
September 10, 2019
PHS Football Special Event: **FAMILY NIGHT!**
Witter field game against Salesian at 7 pm on September 13
September 10, 2019
Piedmont girls golf falls short in home opener
Highlanders finish third in four-team match
September 10, 2019
Piedmonters celebrate renovated pickleball courts at the Middle School
A win-win for the city and schools.
September 10, 2019
Piedmont cross country opens in San Francisco
Highlander girls finish second at Lowell Invitational
September 6, 2019
New way for PHS families to support sports teams
Boosters invites parents of graduates to get back in touch with PHS athletics and re-connect with friends at high school athletic events.
September 6, 2019
Soccer on Sunday | Women’s pickup play brings kicks (and welcomes players)
Sunday mornings at Linda Beach playfield, a group of women have been lacing up their cleats and having fun for the last 30 years.
September 3, 2019
Friday Night Lights: Highlanders vs Menlo School | Sept. 6
At Witter Field. JV game (4:00 pm); Varsity game (7:00 pm). Burritos, tacos, merch, and more.
September 3, 2019
Piedmont football gets first win of the year
Highlanders hold on to down Rodriguez; Menlo School next
August 31, 2019
New soccer team, Oakland Roots, sells out
The team was founded by a group of local soccer fans who started working on a way to bring a team to Oakland in 2016.
August 30, 2019
East Bay Flag Football’s NFL FLAG 2019 Fall Season
5 Co-Ed Divisions for kids age 5-15
August 30, 2019
Piedmont girls tennis drops pair of matches
Highlanders shut out by Acalanes, fall to Lick-Wilmerding
August 30, 2019
Everything new is old for girls water polo
Mooney returns to coach; looks to build program back up
August 30, 2019
UC Chancellor Carol Christ is excited about fall semester
Cal's crop of 9,000 new students -- and the fact that she has helped tackle a $150,000 structural budget deficit, are among reasons for optimism.
August 27, 2019
DATE CHANGED: Rec Dept offers lifeguarding, emergency training course — and they’re hiring!
Passionate about swimming? Want to be a lifeguard or swim instructor (starting @ $14/hour)? Don't miss these opportunities.
August 26, 2019
Corey Reich Tennis Center celebrates Grand Opening
Ribbon cutting and youth clinic highlight well-attended event
August 16, 2019
Piedmont water polo standout heading to defending champ USC
Saunders looks to continue tradition
August 13, 2019
Pickleball Schedule: Tuesday, August 13 – Sunday, August 18
Calling all pickleball aficionados -- don't miss this week's fun and games.
August 11, 2019
Corey Reich Tennis Center hosts grand opening August 24
The community is invited to the CRTC grand opening on Saturday, August 24. Donations continue to be accepted.
August 7, 2019
Piedmont 8U Baseball team captures title
Three wins in a one day to take the Millbrae Invitational
August 6, 2019
PHS Football Coach Resigns
Trotman leaves for professional opportunity; Johnson named interim coach
August 1, 2019
SF’s newest street sign: Warriors Way
The arena's first event is scheduled for Sept. 6, when the rock band Metallica and the San Francisco Symphony will perform.
July 26, 2019
Try out for the Piedmont Swim Team
Tryouts are being held the week of August 19 at the Piedmont Community Pool.
July 16, 2019
Jackson Roberts, PHS ’15, getting a taste of pro baseball, German-style
Former Piedmont star now playing overseas
July 12, 2019
Graham Low, PHS ’15, enjoying life in Indy ball
Former Piedmont catcher now a pro in Sioux Falls, SD
July 9, 2019
Summer basketball camp at PHS gives kids a chance to refine skills
Camps continue this week and July 22-26 and July 29-August 2. Both beginners and experienced players welcome.
July 3, 2019
Should college athletes profit from their prowess? NCAA says no, but California may say yes
The bill would provide the most benefit to women, walk-on players and those playing in less high-profile sports and schools.
June 28, 2019
A forgotten legend: Book shines light on former St. Mary’s coach ‘Slip’ Madigan
Madigan was an innovator and motivator who turned the football program at a small East Bay college into a national sensation in the 1920s and ’30s.
June 25, 2019
Play ball! 2019 adult softball season starts
Another year of fun ... and trying to avoid hamstring pulls.
June 14, 2019
Oakland City Council backs two bills for building A’s stadium at Howard Terminal
Laying the groundwork for financing, authority and direction in order to keep the team local.
June 11, 2019
Aaron Rodgers makes hefty donation to Cal Football
The gift will be used to renovate the football locker room and to create a scholarship for athletes transferring from a junior college.
June 7, 2019
Spencer named Piedmont boys basketball coach
JV coach elevated to replace Mike Hudson, who led Piedmont to NCS playoff berths in each of his two seasons as head coach.
June 5, 2019
Big wins for racquet sports: city receives $400,000 gift from PRFO for tennis courts; approves upgrades to pickleball courts
Thanks to generations of players who contributed to establish the Corey Reich Tennis Center, the donation will cover most of the overall project budget.
June 4, 2019
2019 PBSF Bronco Championship
Piedmont Storm sweeps doubleheader over Raptors for the title
May 27, 2019
Piedmont baseball loses in second round of NCS tournament
Long trip to Arcata ends in 3-1 defeat
May 24, 2019
Class of 2019 Senior Athlete Ceremony
The annual ceremony celebrating the athletic achievements of this year's graduating class took place on Wednesday, May 22.
May 21, 2019
Piedmont girls lacrosse season wrap-up
Individual awards aplenty for winners of WACC & NCS titles
May 20, 2019
Zalewski makes it to final day of Meet of Champions
Piedmont junior runs 1,600 and 3,200 against best in section
May 20, 2019
Piedmont baseball wins NCS opener
Lick-Wilmerding falls 7-1; Arcata up next for Highlanders
May 20, 2019
Santa Clara County assessor files legal challenge to $6M tax break for 49ers on Levi’s Stadium
Claims they are taking away money from local schools, police and firefighters, and other valuable community services.
May 19, 2019
Piedmont softball falls in first-round NCS game
Highlanders' season ends with 6-0 loss to Kennedy
May 17, 2019
Piedmont girls lacrosse wins NCS Championship
Nelson scores game-winner as Highlanders take first section title
May 15, 2019
Piedmont advances to first NCS boys lacrosse championship
Highlanders beat University, 10-5; face top-seeded Novato for title
May 15, 2019
Piedmont girls lacrosse downs Miramonte in NCS semifinals
Top-seeded Highlanders advance to championship
May 14, 2019
Corey Reich Tennis Center fundraising more than halfway to ambitious goal
Renovations to start in summer 2019
May 13, 2019
Zalewski wins 3,200 meters at NCS Bayshore meet
Piedmont senior also takes second in 1,600; Meet of Champions next
May 13, 2019
Piedmont boys tennis falls to University in NCS semifinals
Highlanders battle to the end, drop 4-3 match
May 11, 2019
Piedmont’s girls lacrosse advances to NCS semifinals
Top-seeded Highlanders beat Casa Grande 20-8; face Miramonte next
May 10, 2019
Piedmont badminton sweeps doubles at league meet
Six doubles teams plus one individual qualify for NCS
May 10, 2019
Piedmont beach volleyball completes successful second season
Team ranked #9 in Northern California
May 10, 2019
Piedmont baseball falls in WACC title game
Encinal takes advantage of Highlanders mistakes, quiet bats
May 10, 2019
Piedmont boys lacrosse advances in NCS
Highlanders down Acalanes 14-3; face University next
May 10, 2019
Piedmont boys tennis beats Sir Francis Drake
Highlanders advance in NCS tournament; face top-seed University next
May 8, 2019
Piedmont baseball wins first round of WACC tournament
Shutout of Hayward after Senior Day celebration
May 8, 2019
Piedmont boys tennis wins NCS first round match
Highlanders defeat Justin-Siena; face Sir Francis Drake next
May 8, 2019
Piedmont boys lacrosse opens NCS with victory
Highlanders defeat Urban; will face Acalanes next
May 7, 2019
Piedmont duo takes second at NCS doubles
Srivastava-Lambert advance to finals ; team hosts Justin-Siena in NCS match-up
May 7, 2019
Piedmont girls lacrosse wins WACC title
Highlanders down Bishop O'Dowd for crown; NCS playoffs next
May 7, 2019
Rec Department nets $2,500 from the Piedmont Ladies Tennis Club
Plans to upgrade the Vista Ave courts, to be renamed in honor of Corey Reich, got a boost thanks to the generosity of the PLTC.
May 7, 2019
Piedmont baseball finishes regular season on a roll
WACC tournament up next on senior day, May 7
May 4, 2019
PHS boys golf season winding down with 18-hole tournaments
NCS tournament up next on May 6 in San Rafael
May 2, 2019
Piedmont boys lacrosse beats Foothill
Highlanders get hat tricks from Peters, Petty in 12-4 win
May 2, 2019
Piedmont boys tennis places at league championships
Highlanders take third, fourth in doubles; fourth in singles
April 30, 2019
Piedmont softball splits with San Leandro, falls to Berkeley
Festive senior day features pre-game bagpipes
April 30, 2019
Piedmont baseball takes 2 of 3 in late season push to playoffs
Win against San Leandro caps historic performance in WACC play
April 30, 2019
Corey Reich Tennis Center fundraiser a smashing success
Event raises over $3,000 for court renovation project
April 26, 2019
Piedmont girls lacrosse beats Las Lomas on Senior Night
Keville overcomes illness to net hat trick; team ready for playoffs
April 26, 2019
Piedmont badminton dominates in doubles to defeat Encinal
Highlanders improve to 8-5 for the season
April 22, 2019
Piedmont girls lacrosse continues to roll
Highlanders down Oakland Tech, Marin Catholic
April 22, 2019
Gilbert’s home run lifts Piedmont softball to win
Two-run shot in extra innings ends 7-5 win over Alameda
April 14, 2019
Piedmont baseball beats Alameda, splits with Encinal
Two exciting wins before tough loss to league rival
April 11, 2019
Piedmont boys lacrosse falls to Sacred Heart Prep
Highlanders play undefeated Gators tough
April 11, 2019
Piedmont boys tennis shuts out Bishop O’Dowd, wins 2 more matches
Highlanders open tough week with big victory
April 8, 2019
PBSF Game of the Week – March 30, 2019
8U Shooting Stars and Panthers battle to 1-1 tie
April 6, 2019
Piedmont softball takes 2 of 3 games
Wins over St. Mary's and Albany before loss to Arroyo
April 6, 2019
Piedmont badminton gets win against Arroyo
Highlanders get closer to .500 record for the season
April 3, 2019
Piedmont baseball notches pair of wins
Exciting games against Mt. Eden and St Josephs-Notre Dame
April 2, 2019
Piedmont boys lacrosse breezes to win against Berkeley
Highlanders get back on winning track after losses to De La Salle, Marin Academy
April 2, 2019
Piedmont tennis players fundraise for Corey Reich Tennis Center
Tennis task force and PRFO seek private funds to supplement committed public funding
April 2, 2019
PBSF Game of the Week – March 24
Takazawa and Tarino power the Mustang Quakes to close win over the Cyclones
March 30, 2019
Piedmont girls lacrosse beats Acalanes
Highlanders dominate in second half to run away with road victory
March 26, 2019
Piedmont baseball wins 2 out of 3 games
Tough loss to St. Mary's after easy wins against Redwood Christian and Hayward
March 22, 2019
Piedmont girls lacrosse battles San Ramon Valley
Highlanders hang in against one of best teams in the West before falling
March 22, 2019
Piedmont softball routs Head-Royce
Highlanders score 8 in the 5th to trigger mercy rule; tough loss earlier to O'Dowd
March 22, 2019
Piedmont boys tennis records pair of wins
Highlanders pull out close one over Marin Academy after sweep of San Leandro
March 20, 2019
Piedmont swimming wins three out of four at tri-meet
Highlanders girls sweep; Boys split
March 18, 2019
Piedmont softball comeback falls short against Berkeley
Highlanders fall to league rival.
March 17, 2019
Piedmont girls lacrosse routs Berkeley
Highlanders dominate Yellowjackets in 20-2 victory
March 17, 2019
Piedmont 7th Grade basketball team wins tournament
Two close games cap successful season
March 17, 2019
Piedmont boys tennis wins two matches
Highlanders beat Bishop O'Dowd and College Prep; fall to Castro Valley
March 17, 2019
Piedmont Baseball’s big inning beats Castro Valley
12-run 5th inning key to comeback win
March 16, 2019
PBSF Highlights – March 9-10
Piedmont Baseball & Softball Foundation opens its 2019 Season
March 13, 2019
Piedmont girls lacrosse falls in epic battle with Amador Valley
Highlanders rally to take lead but come up short against two-time NCS champs
March 13, 2019
Piedmont softball finally back on the field
Highlanders fall to Acalanes after win over Hayward; rain affects start of season
March 12, 2019
Piedmont girls lacrosse opens season with victories
Highlanders beat Head Royce, Foothill and Newark Memorial
March 12, 2019
Piedmont boys tennis season underway
Rainouts playing havoc with schedule; wins over San Leandro and Mt. Eden
March 8, 2019
Oakland A’s announce new children’s play area at Oakland Coliseum
The A's Stomping Ground will have indoor and outdoor spaces and an area where families can watch the game.
March 5, 2019
Piedmont boys lacrosse opens season with win
Highlanders win easily over Pacific Grove; Petty nets four
March 3, 2019
Piedmont boys lose in State basketball semifinals
Close game ends Highlanders historic season
March 2, 2019
Piedmont girls lose in second round of State basketball tournament
Highlanders fall to Lowell; season ends in tough loss
March 1, 2019
Piedmont baseball wins first game of the season
Trounces Head-Royce 13-0; Ben Levinson throws no-hitter
March 1, 2019
Piedmont boys advance in State basketball tournament
Highlanders move on to the northern regional semis against Wood-Vacaville on March 2nd at Binks gym
February 28, 2019
Piedmont girls open state tournament with decisive win
Huggins leads the way as Highlanders defeat Pleasant Valley; travel to Lowell tonight at 7PM
February 28, 2019
Piedmont boys defeat Aptos in CIF tournament
Highlanders boys win opener, host Cupertino next tonight at 7PM
February 25, 2019
Piedmont basketball teams open State playoffs on Tuesday
Highlanders hosting double-header to start CIF tournament
February 22, 2019
Piedmont girls soccer falls in NCS semifinals
Highlanders season ends in tough loss to Cardinal Newman
February 22, 2019
Branson beats Piedmont boys
Highlanders fall in NCS semifinals; CIF tournament next
February 21, 2019
Tryout for the Piedmont swim team
Try-outs are being held for 6-10 year olds the week of March 11th at the Piedmont Community Pool.
February 19, 2019
Piedmont boys basketball advances to NCS semi-finals
State tournament berth ensured
February 19, 2019
Piedmont girls soccer reaches NCS semifinals
Highlanders record pair of shutouts in first two playoff games
February 19, 2019
Piedmont boys soccer loses second-round NCS game to St. Mary’s
Successful season featured several milestones
February 18, 2019
Piedmont girls basketball beats John Swett in NCS quarterfinals
Girls basketball advances after big road victory; semifinals next
February 18, 2019
PHS men’s golf opens season with two wins
Unfazed by the wet and cold, Piedmont defeats Alameda and Berkeley.
February 15, 2019
Piedmont boys soccer wins NCS playoff opener; Kalmbach named league MVP
Highlanders beat Hercules in rescheduled game; St. Mary's next
February 14, 2019
Piedmont girls basketball opens NCS playoffs with romp
Highlanders jump out to 21-0 lead, cruise home to win over Middletown
February 13, 2019
NCS Playoff soccer games postponed
Rain floods Witter Field on Wednesday leading to games being moved to Thursday
February 12, 2019
Shanti Brien | Why I’m glad I missed the Super Bowl, again
NFL culture was never a good fit for our family. It's even worse for players still in the game.
February 12, 2019
Piedmont winter sports playoff previews
Four home games scheduled for Wednesday, February 13
February 9, 2019
Laney football team is ranked best junior college team in nation
According to ratings, the Eagles also outperformed dozens of football teams in the NCAA.
February 8, 2019
Piedmont boys soccer rallies to tie San Lorenzo on Senior Night
Late goal on penalty kick keeps Highlanders unbeaten in league
February 5, 2019
Piedmont boys basketball beats Castro Valley
Highlanders romp to easy victory; Berkeley next on Feb. 6
February 5, 2019
Piedmont boys soccer wins league title
Highlanders earn first title in 10 years with win over Hayward
February 5, 2019
Community leaders gather to kick off fundraising campaign for Corey Reich Tennis Center
Partnership between PRFO and the city of Piedmont will honor the inspirational tennis coach.
February 4, 2019
Dean’s Diatribes | Why you should really make your kids play sports
Not every child will be a great athlete but there's much more to sports than being "good".
February 3, 2019
Girls basketball: Highlanders fall to Castro Valley
After historic win against O'Dowd, girls lose a tough league game.
February 3, 2019
Boy’s frosh basketball beats O’Dowd on the road
Team avenges early season loss; 20-2 record with four games to play.
February 2, 2019
Girls varsity soccer trounces Mt Eden 10-1
Short clip of the January 29 game shows it all -- tough defense, good moves, tenacity, good luck, bad luck, and a strong finish.
February 1, 2019
Boys basketball: Highlanders come up just short against O’Dowd
Dragons get late 3-pointer to pull out the win.
February 1, 2019
Girls basketball: Piedmont ends Bishop O’Dowd winning streak
Highlanders first league team to beat Dragons in 11 years
January 31, 2019
Cheer for the Rams, but in California high schools, even football powerhouses are losing kids
California has produced football stars like Tom Brady, but the state is in the thick of national trends that are fueling a decline in football participation.
January 31, 2019
Boys varsity closes in on league soccer title
Highlanders edge Alameda on the road, can clinch in next match.
January 30, 2019
Piedmont JV controls Mt Eden 68-59
Leading throughout the game, team avenges early season loss to Mt Eden.
January 27, 2019
Boys varsity basketball: Highlanders rout Mt Eden 57-38
Barrett scored 13 points and Hunt grabbed 13 rebounds to help lead team to largest margin of victory in over a month.
January 27, 2019
Girls varsity basketball takes Mt. Eden 38-36 with 30 seconds left
Win comes with strong scoring from Huggins, Seyranian, Gao, and strongest defensive effort yet this year.
January 27, 2019
Boys varsity basketball gains energy, ultimately falls to San Leandro
Off to a slow start, Highlanders battle back to cut the deficit to four, but not enough as Pirates hold on for a 61-54 victory.
January 24, 2019
Girls varsity soccer easily beats over-matched Hayward
Victory is a respite after dropping three consecutive tough games in league. Highlanders are now 8-4 on the year.
January 22, 2019
Boys varsity basketball falls to University at the MLK Classic
After winning Friday and Saturday games, Highlanders show lack of energy
January 21, 2019
Boys varsity basketball: Highlanders take Berkeley 57-55
Berkeley got close in the final moments but Piedmont was able to hold on.
January 20, 2019
Girls varsity basketball: Highlanders drop tough game to Berkeley
Piedmont loses fourth quarter lead before falling in overtime.
January 18, 2019
Piedmont JV tops Castro Valley 49-39
The JV boys pulled away from Castro Valley in the 3rd quarter with pressure defense and fast break scoring.
January 15, 2019
Boys varsity basketball: Rough start to the new year for Highlanders
Losses come after a strong preseason, winning 10 of 12 games in November and December.
January 15, 2019
Girls varsity basketball: O’Dowd Dragons trounce Highlanders
League power too much for Piedmont.
January 15, 2019
Boys JV basketball takes O’Dowd 51-50
An historic win against powerful Bishop O’Dowd might be the first time JV boys have defeated O'Dowd on the road.
December 19, 2018
PHS Basketball Boys’ and Girls’ teams win Kelseyville High School Stokes Tournament
Highlanders are victorious on the court.
December 17, 2018
Mountain Bike Race Team seeks high school students to join the action
This inclusive, enthusiastic, positive-thinking group of student-athletes is looking for more members.
December 11, 2018
Tough loss for varsity boys basketball in Red Brown Tournament finals
Highlanders lose to Div 1 Lincoln Mustangs in championship play.
December 6, 2018
Girls varsity tennis NCS matches cancelled, frustrating players, parents
After much back and forth, the Girls tennis season officially ended Thursday without a North Coast Sectional (NCS) match.
December 5, 2018
Maddie Baum (PHS 2014) sets lacrosse records at University of Denver
Starting in 19 out of 20 games this season, she has set the school record for most draw controls in a single season.
December 1, 2018
Offense fails to relieve stellar defense as Cal falls in Big Game
The Bears seem doomed to play little brother in their biggest rivalry.
December 1, 2018
Girls Varsity Tennis serves up talent, teamwork for NCS semi-finals
With 21 wins, 2 losses and 2 ties, the advantage goes to Piedmont -- whatever the outcome.
December 1, 2018
The Big Game and a House Divided
Here in the shadow of both Cal and Stanford, Piedmont embraces the epic rivalry between the universities.
November 30, 2018
Football: PHS grad Gabe Watson finalist for Harlon Hill Trophy
Leading NCAA DII in four rushing and scoring categories, he is one of nine student-athletes nominated.
November 30, 2018
Baseball: Graham Low Named MIAC Player of the Year
The Macalester College junior is the first baseball player from the college to win the award
November 30, 2018
Q&A with Cal football co-captains, Patrick Laird and Jordan Kunaszyk
Insights about Saturday's Big Game and advice to fans: Come to the game and cheer us on!
November 29, 2018
Meet the starters — Cal women’s hoops is off and running
Cal basketball is in position to have one of its best seasons yet.
November 25, 2018
Cal football denies Colorado bowl eligibility
The Bears amassed 21 points in the first six minutes of play, but at the end of the day it was the team’s defense that anchored the victory.
November 20, 2018
Local tennis players represent at USTA National Championship
Men's team places 2nd in the country; women take 4th.
November 19, 2018
PHS boys’ water polo teams celebrate winning season
PHS seniors lead the Varsity team to a record-breaking season.
November 18, 2018
PHS JV football season is one for the record books
Hard work and sacrifice propelled the team to an unprecedented 10-0 season.
November 18, 2018
Strong start, tough ending for PHS varsity women’s volleyball team
Team struggled with injuries and fought to regain their footing during the season.
November 18, 2018
New coach, new energy drove PHS varsity football season
Hard-fought contests, standout players, and reflections from Coach Trotman.
November 13, 2018
Cal women’s soccer players earn awards for performances on field, in classroom
Cal women’s soccer players earn awards for performances on field, in classroom Junior Abi Kim was named to the All-Pac-12 Third Team after an impressive season on the pitch, while…
October 23, 2018
PMS Volleyball struggles with its co-ed roster
The eighth-grade volleyball team has received rejections from all-girl volleyball teams they are scheduled to play.
October 23, 2018
Understanding athlete transfer eligibility
The California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) constitution’s athlete transfer rule and its many nuances have often created confusion among students, sometimes catching an unsuspecting transfer student by surprise with its consequences.
October 23, 2018
Safe play is the new way for high school football
Both rule and practice changes have altered how football is played drastically at the high school level.