Sonoma State falls to St. John's

It was 37-33 at halftime but St. John's came on to beat Sonoma State 73-55 last night in New York.

In 37 minutes of action for the Seawolves, Patrick (Bear River High) Scott totaled 22 points and Ryan (Monterey Peninsula College) Stanley contributed 13 plus eight boards.

Sonoma State signs five, four of them local/regional

Here is a good rundown of Sonoma State's recruiting class which includes a trio of Nor Cal prepsters --

* Isaiah Brown (Richmond High)

* Andy Luttringer (Maria Carrillo High)

* Nathan Molony-Benjamin (Analy High).

Just noticed that the Seawolves also signed Emmanuel Bradford of Los Medanos College/Antioch High.

Sonoma State Basketball presents the Future Stars Elite Clinic on August 11

Sonoma State Basketball is holding the Future Stars Elite Clinic coming up on August 11.

***WARNING*** This is for serious basketball players!!!

This clinic is for those players looking to excel on their high school, club or AAU teams. It is a day of high intensity basketball for any ballers looking to better their game. This fast paced clinic is for serious basketball players who want to work hard, understand how to reach their potential, and learn from experienced college coaches. The clinic will be conducted very similar to SSU training & practice sessions. It is a great way to prepare for the high school season as well as learn what it takes to play at the next level.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity to experience college level coaching & compete against other top players.

The day will be divided into three segments, each with a different emphasis. All segments will focus on preparing and playing the game the right way and at a high intensity, both mentally and physically.

**BOYS AGES: 8th Grade - 12th Grade**
Register & Pay on or before August 2nd: $50
After August 2nd: $60
INFO: (707) 664-2521

Go here to register

SAMPLE SCHEDULE

9:30-10:00 ! Check In

10:00-11:00 Individual Skill Development

11:00-12:00 Speed, Agility, Quickness

12:00-1:00 Competition - 1 on 1 - 3 on 3 - 5 on 5

1:00-1:30 LUNCH

1:30 - 2:00 Individual Skill Development within team concept

2:00 - 3:00 Competition

3:00 - Closing w/Q & A with Coaches

Sonoma State Basketball presents the Future Stars Elite Clinic on August 11

Sonoma State Basketball is holding the Future Stars Elite Clinic coming up on August 11.

***WARNING*** This is for serious basketball players!!!

This clinic is for those players looking to excel on their high school, club or AAU teams. It is a day of high intensity basketball for any ballers looking to better their game. This fast paced clinic is for serious basketball players who want to work hard, understand how to reach their potential, and learn from experienced college coaches. The clinic will be conducted very similar to SSU training & practice sessions. It is a great way to prepare for the high school season as well as learn what it takes to play at the next level.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity to experience college level coaching & compete against other top players.

The day will be divided into three segments, each with a different emphasis. All segments will focus on preparing and playing the game the right way and at a high intensity, both mentally and physically.

**BOYS AGES: 8th Grade - 12th Grade**
Register & Pay on or before August 2nd: $50
After August 2nd: $60
INFO: (707) 664-2521

Go here to register

SAMPLE SCHEDULE

9:30-10:00 ! Check In

10:00-11:00 Individual Skill Development

11:00-12:00 Speed, Agility, Quickness

12:00-1:00 Competition - 1 on 1 - 3 on 3 - 5 on 5

1:00-1:30 LUNCH

1:30 - 2:00 Individual Skill Development within team concept

2:00 - 3:00 Competition

3:00 - Closing w/Q & A with Coaches

A great story about and by Kevin Christensen

Bob Padecky writes about former Sonoma State basketball player Kevin Christensen's literary effort "Bench Rules" -- it's about sports involvement but with obvious ramifications for living life.

Sonoma State has three in the fold

As posted earlier, Sonoma State has landed Analy High big Nathan Molony-Benjamin. Michael Coit has an article covering all three of the Sea Wolves' recruits.

Chico by two over Sonoma

Howard Senzell has the details of Chico State's come-from-behind, last-second 76-74 victory over Sonoma State in the CCAA tourney. Not knowing it was televised, we came home yesterday afternoon, started flipping the television channels and caught the last minute. It was amazing.

Luke Reid offers print, photos plus video of the Wildcat victory.

Now it's Chico State and Humboldt State in the final.

Chico and Sonoma in the CCAA tourney

It's Chico State and Sonoma State going at it this afternoon down in San Diego as the Press-Democrat reports.

Sonoma State wins playoff game

Richard J. Marcus reports on Sonoma State's big win against Cal State San Bernardino, a matchup that featured a storming of the court at game's end.

Sonoma State falls to Cal State San Bernardino

It was close but host Sonoma State lost 77-70 tonight to Cal State San Bernardino -- here's the game report. Justin Herold went for a 19/13 double-double, Sterling Arterberry enjoyed 17 points and five boards while Patrick Scott totaled 13 markers.

Sonoma handles SF State

Here's the game report of Sonoma State's 77-61 triumph over host San Francisco State. Justin Herold scored 17 points with Patrick Scott adding 14 for the victors. Nefi Perdomo topped the Gators with 17 points while James Albright and Max Fodor each contributed 10.

Sonoma one better than CSDH

A Justin Herold tip-in right neat game's end (he finished with 25 markers) put the winning points on the board for Sonoma State as the Seawolves beat Cal State Dominiguez Hills 62-61. Here's the game report.

Sonoma State falls by six

Sonoma State welcomed Cal State Los Angeles but the visitors proved ungracious in winning 79-73. Justin Herold posted a 26/10 double-double for the Seawolves while Steven Pratt just missed with 15 points and nine assists.

Richard J. Marcus reports on the game.

Sonoma State routs Cal State East Bay

Host Sonoma State branded Cal State East Bay 96-63 last night. Four Staters finished in double figures while Mark Samuels led CSRB with 17 points.

Sonoma State 80, Monterey Bay 77

Paced by a team-leading 19 points from Sterling Arterberry, Sonoma State finished a trey ahead of Cal State Monterey Bay 80-77 -- here's the game report.

Sonoma State by three over Chico

Chico State's Luke Reid has the game report of Chico State coming up short against Sonoma State. Here is the Seawolves perspective.

Will Olsem wins CCAA POW award

Sonoma State's Will Olsem has been selected as the California Collegiate Athletic Association's Player of the Week.

Sonoma State 70, Cal Poly Pomona 64

Up in Rohnert Park, Sonoma State University took down Cal Poly Pomona behind 18 points from Will Olsem.

Stanislaus 12 better than Sonoma State

The Modesto Bee reports on 6-1 Cal State Stanislaus taking down Sonoma State.

Sonoma State lands a SoCal prep guard

Erik Boal reports that Sonoma State has received a commitment from a very interesting backcourter  from southern California.

Eric Sondheimer also has the news.

Here's some background on the young man.