Author: Rick Assad
Rick’s Sports Corner: Emily Seidel, Softball Sensation, Prep, College Coach
Talent, hard work and determination have all led local star to reach Hamilton College, an NCAA Division III program, as an assistant coach.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Julia Duarte’s Incredible Softball Ride
For much of her collegiate softball career, the one-time Burbank High standout, was sidelined because of an assortment of injuries.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Joey Kaufman, Local Makes Good As Sportswriter
Burbank native finds success covering college football locally and nationally for the Columbus Dispatch.
Rick’s Sports Corner: OakLee Spens, Burbank High’s On-Field Catalyst
A leadoff hitter and center fielder, the recent graduate played every game with enthusiasm and made an impression on the field.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Maddie Riggs, UC Irvine’s Rising Golf Star
A two-sport standout at Burroughs High, Riggs chooses golf and succeeds.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Lauryn Bailey, Burroughs High’s Soccer Wizard, Survivor
Soon-to-be senior hopes to finish her high school soccer career with a CIF Southern Section title.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Burroughs High’s Steven Hubbell, Hoopster, Gunslinger
Two-sport athlete finds success at Glendale Community College and the University of Hawaii Hilo.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Bri Castro, Burbank High Sharpshooter
Aside from being a three-point artist, Bri Castro developed into an all-around talent for the Bulldogs.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Katie Treadway, Burbank High’s Two-Sport Standout
Treadway fulfilled a goal by playing varsity softball and volleyball.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Erick Hernandez, Burroughs Football Player, Turned Coach
Onetime standout wide receiver played high school and college football and wants to move up the coaching ladder.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Marin Grote, Blossoming In Seattle
Burroughs High two-sport standout finds her groove on the University of Washington women's volleyball team.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Miguel Malonzo, Amateur Boxer, Tough And Determined
Inspired by Manny Pacquiao, the only eight-weight division boxing champion, local boxer finds his own path.
Rick’s Sports Corner: Burbank High’s Jakob Duarte, A Triple Threat
Senior infielder/pitcher had stellar career on the field and in the classroom.
