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San Francisco Chronicle
13 hours ago
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
De La Salle pulls off another comeback win for CIF D1 NorCal baseball title
For the third time in four years, the top-seeded De La Salle Spartans of Concord (29-4) pulled off an improbable seventh-inning rally on Saturday, each against a different West Catholic Athletic League opponent to win a CIF Northern California Division 1 title, this one 5-4 at home over Serra. Niko Baumgartner, a scholarship football player headed to Fresno State, completed a three-run uprising with a two-out chopped infield single, scoring Antonio Castro who had doubled home Tyler Spangler, who had doubled home Ethan Sullivan, who started the rally with a one-out single. 2025 Final Chronicle Baseball and Softball Rankings Final 2025 Baseball Rankings Rank Team W-L Last Week 1. De La Salle 29-4 1 2. Serra 28-7 2 3. Valley Christian 25-8-1 3 4. Granada 22-6 4 5. Los Gatos 25-6 6 6. Foothill 21-8 5 7. St. Francis 22-11 9 8. St. Ignatius 17-10-2 7 9. Acalanes 18-11-1 NR 10. Bellarmine 17-14 NR 11. Menlo 24-8 NR 12. Santa Clara 29-4 NR 13. College Park 17-12 NR 14. Cardinal Newman 18-11 13 15. Rancho Cotate 19-13 NR Final 2025 Softball Rankings Rank Team W-L Last Week 1. St. Francis 28-4 1 2. Liberty 25-5 8 3. Hillsdale 21-9-1 NR 4. Casa Grande 22-7-1 2 5. King's Academy 22-8 NR 6. Cardinal Newman 24-7 NR 7. Capuchino 21-8 9 8. Valley Christian 21-7 3 9. Mills 21-4-1 5 10 Notre Dame-Belmont 20-5-1 7 11 Castro Valley 17-5 4 12. San Ramon Valley 16-8-2 10 13. California 19-9 11 14. Livermore 19-10 12 15. Saratoga 20-3 NR In the top of the seventh, Serra (28-7) had secured the insurance run it thought needed to go up 4-2 on a one-out RBI double from Evan Bradshaw, his third hit of the game. But right fielder Baumgartner set up his own heroics by throwing out Ian Josephson at the plate on Davis Minton's fly ball that appeared to be plenty deep enough. Josephson, nursing a sore hamstring, stumbled slightly and Baumgartner's throw and catcher Zach Tchejeyan's tag gave De La Salle all the momentum needed to continue the seventh-inning magic that occurred in 2022 to beat St. Francis 7-6 (scored four in the bottom half) and in 2023 to defeat Valley Christian 11-8 (scoring six in the top half). The Spartans were held scoreless and hitless for five straight frames by Riley Lim and reliever Minton before Saturday's latest blockbuster rally. After Baumgartner easily beat shortstop Josephson's throw to the bag, he just kept sprinting toward the right-field corner where his teammates sprinted after him and dog-piled in a wild celebration, a far cry from two painful defeats last season to Granada-Livermore in the NCS finals and NorCal semifinals. The speedy 6-foot-3, 195-pound Baumgartner, who plays linebacker on the football team, said he had never had either a walk-off hit or assist at the plate as a Spartan. 'Perfect timing,' Baumgartner said for the firsts. 'Best timing. … Walk-off. Last game. Tie game. That's the best it could get.' De La Salle center fielder Alec Blair, headed to Oklahoma on a baseball and basketball scholarship, said his team never flinched despite the early hole they found themselves in. 'We always find a way,' Blair said. 'I honestly wasn't worried. … How many times do you have to watch the same movie to know how it's going to end?' Sullivan, who led off the first with a double and scored immediately on a double by the Stanford-bound Spangler, said the late rally came down to something more basic. 'Honestly, it's because we're just playing for each other,' Sullivan said. 'We're a good team, we're talented and we work really hard, but our bond, our relationship, at the end of the day is what won us the game, why we weren't nervous. Everyone on our team knew we had it.' De La Salle coach David Jeans wasn't quite as sure, noting that Serra coach Mat Keplinger 'has been in big games at USF and San Jose State, and he knows the emotions of it. And they play with emotion and fire and grit. We just happened to get 'em this time.' Baseball title games roundup: Despite RBIs from Gino Cappellazzo and Henry Dommer, St. Francis (22-11) dropped a 3-2 Division 2 title matchup at No. 1 seed Yuba City of Sutter County (31-5), which won its 14th straight game. Both teams scored two runs in the first before Max Guth singled home the game-winner in the seventh. … In Division 3, Camden Henington and Jett Derammelaere combined on a two-hitter with seven strikeouts, leading third seed Rancho Cotate-Rohert Park (19-13) to a 2-1 win at top seed Roseville (23-11). Cotate advanced from the North Coast Section bracket as the 15th seed. … In Division 4, Ben Salama and Fletcher Cahill drove in runs in the fourth inning and four pitchers made it stand up as fifth seed Menlo School-Atherton (24-8) edged host and third seed Santa Clara, 2-1. Drew Diffenderfer's RBI single gave Santa Clara (29-4) a 1-0 lead, but the fourth-inning rally was all Menlo needed. Santa Clara's Jaxton Chao and John Kepner pitched well for Santa Clara, allowing just five hits and striking out five. Softball title games roundup: In Division 2, the hot-hitting Liberty-Brentwood Lions were cooled off by Salinas senior pitcher Abi Jones, who fired a three-hitter with 12 strikeouts in the Cowboys' 4-1 home win. Liberty had scored 31 runs in two NorCal playoff games, but could muster only an RBI single by Kelsie Skaggs in the third inning. But that time Salinas (21-8) had a 2-0 lead and would never trail thanks in part to a home run, double and single from Gigi Rossi. … In Division 3, Hillsdale-San Mateo sophomore Lola Jones (three-hitter, seven strikeouts, no walks) outdueled Cardinal Newman-Santa Rosa senior Callie Howard (two-hitter, eight strikeouts, two walks) in a 1-0 win in San Mateo. Taylor O'Mahoney's one-out RBI single scored Mia DeMartini who led off with a double to score the winning run in the seventh for the Knights (21-9-1), who won their second straight game with a walk-off. … In D4, Stevie Knight went 4-for-4 and pitched a one-hitter with eight strikeouts to lead top seed East Nicolaus (Sutter County) to a 4-0 win over San Leandro (23-9). CIF Northern California Baseball Championships Division 1: No. 1 De La Salle 5, No. 3 Serra 4 Division 2: No. 1 Yuba City 3, No. 2 St. Francis 2 Division 3: No. 3 Rancho Cotate 2, No. 1 Roseville 1 Division 4: No. 5 Menlo School 2, No. 3 Santa Clara 1 Division 5: No. 1 Etna 6, No. 2 Stevenson 5 CIF Northern California Softball Championships Division 1: No. 2 Del Oro 5, No. 1 Oak Ridge 3 Division 2: No. 2 Salinas 4, No. 4 Liberty-Brentwood 1 Division 3: No. 1 Hillsdale 1, No. 2 Cardinal Newman 0 Division 4: No. 1 East Nicolaus 4, No. 3 San Leandro 0 Division 5: No. 1 Biggs 4, No. 3 King City 2
Courier-Mail
4 days ago
- Business
- Courier-Mail
Grand character home boasts a ‘five-star resort' glow up
An immaculately renovated art deco home is at the centre of a rare real estate opportunity to purchase two adjoining properties and create an exclusive private estate in sought after Clayfield. For sale by expression of interest, the properties comprise a stunning, three-level residence on a 1259sq m block at 88 Oriel Dr, along with the neighbouring 715sq m lot at 1 Stafford St. Currently the site of a three-bedroom post-war home, the Stafford St lot has development approval for a tennis court and eight-car basement. Owners Greg and Tamra Josephson purchased the Oriel Rd residence back in 2017 after being drawn to its position and potential. 'We were looking for a big family home and this was in very original condition,' Mr Josephson said. 'It was perched on a peak with vistas to the Gateway Bridge and mountains, and the house had character, a solid structure, and was on a big block.' MORE: Motocross mansion named Australia's hottest property Why luxury home dream could be out of reach for millions Bonza bargain: Entire Aussie camp with water park for sale Over a series of stages, the Josephsons transformed the period property into a stately six- bedroom home that rivals a five-star resort. Initially they built in beneath the residence, adding a rumpus area, guest bedroom and office. Attention then turned to cosmetic upgrades of the original house before a major renovation in 2022 that tapped into the talents of architect Ivan Gastaldon and interior design experts Highgate House. 'The brief was to give it a five-star hotel feel,' Mr Josephson said. 'And with a bit of a minor tweak they also came up with the idea of a parents retreat.' Spanning three luxurious levels, the property now boasts six bedrooms, six bathrooms, multiple formal and informal living spaces, an open plan kitchen and dining area, alfresco terraces and a pavilion. Inside, luxury finishes include parquetry French oak flooring, hand-painted wallpaper, Ralph Lauren lighting, Wyer + Craw cabinetry, and imported marble, set against immaculately restored period elements, such as coffered ceilings, and leadlight and sash windows. The interior effortlessly connects to the exterior where covered patios and elegant porches lead to manicured gardens, grassed terraces, and a magnesium pool with spa. The property has served as the Josephson's family home, offering ample space for everyone to retreat to and enjoy together. 'Our three children are all teens and each has their own big bedroom,' Mr Josephson said. 'We love the fact it's six bedroom and there's just so much space, with all these breakout areas that you can enjoy. 'My wife and I can go and sit by our fireplace in the parents retreat and the kids can head to the casual downstairs area on the ground floor.' The acquisition of the block next door was part of the Josephson's long-term vision for the property. 'We planned to integrate a driveway off Oriel Rd and create a huge garage with a tennis court above it,' Mr Josephson said. 'There was going to be a lift from the garage to a garden atrium above and from there you could walk into the house.' Alternatively, he said the new owners could retain the existing property on the Stafford St lot and enjoy rental income or utilise it for extended family. 'That next stage is for someone else to do,' Mr Josephson said. 'We're sad to sell but we're relocating to Noosa where we have a house and business interests. 'But we're proud that we went all out to create a once in a lifetime forever home, and that's what's on offer for someone now.' The property is listed with Matt Lancashire of Ray White New Farm.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
University of Louisville caves to anti-LGBTQ+ forces twice this week
The University of Louisville, a public institution in Kentucky, has canceled its LGBTQ+ graduation event and reached a nearly $1.6 million settlement with a former professor who sued, claiming that his anti-transgender comments had led to his demotion and firing. Keep up with the latest in + news and politics. The school canceled its Lavender Graduation event, which was to take place last Monday and honor the achievements of LGBTQ+ students, 'amid new federal and state policies calling on schools to end diversity, equity and inclusion practices,' The Courier-Journal of Louisville reports. In March, the Republican-controlled Kentucky legislature overrode Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear's veto of a bill banning DEI initiatives at public colleges and universities in the state. At the national level, Donald Trump's administration has threatened to revoke federal funding from schools with DEI programs. University spokesman John Karman told The Courier-Journal that the cancellation came because of the new state and federal policies. However, he 'said he was not aware of any other graduation ceremonies canceled due to the policies,' the paper reports. Meanwhile, the University of Kentucky, based in Lexington, canceled its Lavender Graduation as well, along with the Harambe Unity Celebration Graduation, which was to honor Black graduates, and the First-Generation Student Pinning Ceremony. Also, the University of Louisville has settled a federal lawsuit filed in 2019 by Allan Josephson, who had been a professor in the Department of Pediatric and who had denounced gender-affirming care for trans youth, The Courier-Journal reports. Josephson was represented by the anti-LGBTQ+ Alliance Defending Freedom. In 2017, he spoke at a Heritage Foundation event, at which he said 'transgender ideology' endangers young people and that the 'notion that gender identity should trump chromosomes, hormones, internal reproductive organs, external genitalia, and secondary sex characteristics when classifying individuals is counter to medical science.' This view is contrary to that of every major medical group in the U.S. He was first demoted 'to the role of a junior faculty member and stripped … of his teaching duties,' says an ADF press release, and after that the university declined to renew his contract. The university declined to divulge details of the settlement, but the ADF said it was close to $1.6 million. The suit was dismissed Monday, 'as the parties have settled all claims raised in this litigation,' states a document from the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky. 'I'm glad to finally receive vindication for voicing what I know is true,' Josephson said in the ADF release.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Yahoo
Woman facing attempted murder charge in stabbing that left victim critically injured
A woman is facing charges, including attempted murder, in a New Hampshire stabbing that left the victim critically injured Manchester police officers responded to a stabbing at a home on Temple Court around 1:35 a.m. and found a victim suffering from serious stab wounds. Monica Josephson, 26, of Manchester, was taken into custody at the scene. The victim was taken to a nearby hospital and remains in critical but stable condition. Josephson is scheduled to appear in Manchester District Court Thursday on attempted murder and first-degree domsetiv violence assault charges. This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Child psychiatrist who criticized gender therapy receives $1.6 million from university after firing
The University of Louisville has reportedly agreed to pay nearly $1.6 million to settle a lawsuit brought by a former professor who was fired for criticizing transgender treatments for children experiencing gender dysphoria. Dr. Allan Josephson worked for nearly 15 years as chief of the University of Louisville's Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychology. According to his legal complaint, Josephson was able to turn around the struggling division during his tenure and received perfect scores in his 2014-2016 annual reviews. Despite his professional accomplishments, the complaint alleges that Josephson was demoted in 2017 and eventually fired after making comments in his own capacity challenging the push to use hormone therapy and surgery for children with gender dysphoria, according to legal group Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF). ADF, which represented Josephson in court, announced the settlement agreement Monday and hailed the case as a "major victory" for free speech. Christian Physician Assistant Fired For Opposition To Trans Policy Has Day In Court "I'm glad to finally receive vindication for voicing what I know is true," Josephson also said in a statement. "Children deserve better than life-altering procedures that mutilate their bodies and destroy their ability to lead fulfilling lives. In spite of the circumstances I suffered through with my university, I'm overwhelmed to see that my case helped lead the way for other medical practitioners to see the universal truth that altering biological sex is impossibly dangerous while acceptance of one's sex leads to flourishing." Read On The Fox News App According to the complaint, the saga began in October 2017 when Josephson participated in a panel discussion on transgender ideology hosted by the conservative organization, The Heritage Foundation, in which he spoke out against gender ideology activism influencing the medical treatment of children experiencing gender dysphoria. Upon learning of Josephson's remarks, officials at the university's LGBT center reportedly pressured his division to take disciplinary action against him. Scrutiny of his views intensified after he appeared as an expert witness in a legal case involving a school district's bathroom policy around gender identity. North Carolina Professor Who Waged 'War On Dei' At University Touts Win A few of Josephson's colleagues who objected to his remarks pushed for the administration to take disciplinary action against him, the complaint says. The next month, Josephson was informed by the university that he was being demoted from chief of the division to a junior faculty member. According to the complaint, university officials continued to "belittle and berate him," inflicting "irreparable damage to his professional career and reputation," and reduced his salary and benefits, before he was told in February 2019 that his contract would not be renewed, effectively firing him. Josephson challenged his firing in a lawsuit against the university filed the following month. He alleged the school "retaliated" against him for expressing his views, in violation of his First Amendment rights and right to due process and equal protection under the law. With the six-year legal battle resulting in a favorable settlement, Alliance Defending Freedom filed a stipulated dismissal of the case Monday, court records show. "Hopefully, other public universities will learn from this that if they violate the First Amendment, they can be held accountable, and it can be very expensive," ADF Senior Counsel Travis Barham said. The University of Louisville declined to provide comment to Fox News article source: Child psychiatrist who criticized gender therapy receives $1.6 million from university after firing
