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NCS soccer seeding predictions
By Matt Smith
Saturday, February 13th, 2010 at 3:28 pm in Boys soccer.
One last call to gauge the interest of a live chat tomorrow. And if so, what time.
Enjoy debating these everyone. I can’t wait.
Division I
This is how I think Division I is going to be seeded.
No. 1 De Le Salle
No. 2 Granada
No. 3 Richmond
No. 4 San Ramon Valley
No. 5 California
No. 6 Berkeley
No. 7 Castro Valley
No. 8 Newark Memorial
No. 9 Amador Valley
No. 10 Clayton Valley
No. 11 Logan
No. 12 Antioch
No. 13 Deer Valley
No. 14 College Park
No. 15 Liberty
No. 16 Freedom
I think Granada holds on to the No. 2 slot despite the loss to Livermore. If anything, Richmond could grab it, but I think that the Matadors are pretty safe.
It’s a tossup with Castro Valley and Newark at No. 7 and No. 8. Newark tied Richmond, which Castro lost to. Castro tied Granada, which beat Newark. Castro also beat Amador Valley, which tied Newark. Newark has a win over Berkeley. Tough call. I hope I’m at least close.
I think Berkeley is not going to be happy with being left out of the top four seeds, and they certainly have a case. But in the end I think the two EBAL teams are going to be right behind Richmond.
I think Arroyo is going to be the first team left out, unfortunately, with Mission San Jose right behind them. Mt. Eden and San Lorenzo might be eligible, but I don’t think either gets in. Alameda probably won’t get in.
Division II
Now on to Division II.
No. 1 Bishop O’Dowd
No. 2 Dublin
No. 3 Acalanes
No. 4 Albany
No. 5 Las Lomas
No. 6 Piedmont
No. 7 Ygnacio Valley
No. 8 Dougherty Valley
No. 9 Kennedy-Fremont
No. 10 Campolindo
No. 11 Kennedy-Richmond
No. 12 St. Mary’s
No. 13 El Cerrito
No. 14 Concord
No. 15 Salesian
I think the big discussion is what is going to happen in the three, four and five slots. I personally think that Acalanes’ schedule strength is going to be enough to reward them the No. 3 seed. With that said, I think it could very easily be flip-flopped. Albany as high as No. 2 or as low as No. 5 wouldn’t surprise me. I think Piedmont, YV and Dougherty could all get shuffled around in that six, seven, eight range, but I think they all get a home game. I also think that Campo’s seed depends on Dougherty’s because they wouldn’t want to have them play in the first round, I am sure. That’s why I have Campo at No. 10.
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February 13th, 2010 at 4:01 pm
Matt, did James Logan win their league, and where would the Cal Logan game be at
February 13th, 2010 at 4:02 pm
Logan did win their league, but the way I predict it would have Berkeley playing Logan. Berkeley is a league champ, so that game would be at Berkeley High.
February 13th, 2010 at 4:06 pm
That means Cal would be playing Antioch. Would that game by at Antioch as well
February 13th, 2010 at 4:07 pm
Ya, that game would be at Antioch. That’s a tough place to play.
February 13th, 2010 at 4:10 pm
That’s a tough one there. How can Berkeley be ranked below Richmond if Berkeley won their league
February 13th, 2010 at 4:12 pm
I don’t think league finish will be that big of a factor. It’s more of an overall thing. But, you do make a good point and it could be a big factor.
I have Newark over Logan as well, even though Logan won the league.
February 13th, 2010 at 4:14 pm
So that makes sense in arguing that SRV is below Granada. Cal and Granada should be next to each other, beating each other once and tying in their finish in league. That’s just my point of view. SRV might deserve to be ahead of both of them in my eyes.
Just thought I let you know that your job is awesome Matt. You do what you love.
February 13th, 2010 at 4:17 pm
#5
Richmond is the better team, I have noticed that Berkeley tends to loose it’s shape when they attack as they chase the ball, they are good at being first to the ball but then do not have an outlet pass…
Richmond has a midfielder that can lace the ball like a pro, and they have a kid up top that has blazing speed with the ball
February 13th, 2010 at 4:20 pm
It’s pretty awesome, doing this blog.
February 13th, 2010 at 4:22 pm
Good job, Matt. We all know it is not easy ranking or seeding teams.
February 13th, 2010 at 4:35 pm
I would not be surprised at all if all EBAL and DFAL teams move on past the first round.
February 13th, 2010 at 4:45 pm
#7
I agree with you this time,
SRV should be ahead of Cal and Granada. I would not be suprised to see a rematch of last years final between SRV and DLS, provided they start on opposite sides of the brackets.
One thing to consider some of these teams has suffered some injuries, and are not 100% healthy going into the NCS, and this will be a big factor….
February 13th, 2010 at 4:50 pm
Tip to edeg DLS in NCS
DLS is the most cohesive team going into the tournament, they play well as a team but most of their strength stems from their midfield, if you want to beat them play with an extra mid fielder, 3-2 3-2 instead of a 4-4-2.
Beat DLS in the midfield and you likely win the game….
February 13th, 2010 at 5:05 pm
Matt-pretty good call on the possible D2 seedings although I think the only safe bet at 1-5 is BOD at number 1. Time will tell tomorrow.Keep up the good work..
February 13th, 2010 at 5:15 pm
i think berkeleys in a good position because if they win they get to play richmond at home. The last time they played it was a great match with both teams playing their hearts out. I think that is the match to look forward to. Maybe the best in the d1 bracket. thoughts?
February 13th, 2010 at 5:18 pm
One thing to consider on the seeding process, is that the panel that selects the seeding for NCS is usually not soccer people. There are AD’s from schools, baseball coaches and even volleyball coaches on these panels. I have sat through a couple of seeding panels and watched baseball coaches seed soley on records. Not even considering strength of schedule, goal differntial, league strength, or common opponents.
Also did any one hear about the injury to the leading scorer on Dougherty Valley last night? I heard he tore a hamstring and is out for NCS, can anyone confirm?
February 13th, 2010 at 5:18 pm
Matt …
Let us know what time you intend on doing the live chat. Go Albany.
February 13th, 2010 at 5:39 pm
I found out that Menezes, the Dougherty Valley kid, just re-aggravated a hamstring injury. He left Friday’s game and sat out today as a precaution. He should be fine for NCS.
February 13th, 2010 at 5:47 pm
Correction. He is questionable for Wednesday.
February 13th, 2010 at 5:50 pm
Someone should post Matt’s seeding predictions tonight on the front door of the NCS’ office. It would save the committee time and avoid uniformed decisions, plus these seedings have been openly reviewed with the public (a novel concept).
February 13th, 2010 at 5:52 pm
Who wants to be Martin Luther and nail my theses up on the door? Haha, too funny.
February 13th, 2010 at 6:03 pm
Menezes is a friend of mine, and he tore his hamstring last nite at the game. He is out for NCS and state cup. He has had this injury now repeatedly. Big loss to Dougherty Valley
February 13th, 2010 at 6:21 pm
Matt
2 questions for you:
1. what time do the seedings come out?
2. do you cover girls soccer too?
February 13th, 2010 at 6:23 pm
I’m not sure what time the brackets come out, I’ve been trying to find out. I would guess around 11-12 in the late morning/afternoon.
I don’t cover girls, but I will be putting the brackets up online tomorrow.
February 13th, 2010 at 6:35 pm
Matt- funny comment in #20. “qui tacet consentire “
February 13th, 2010 at 6:44 pm
I’m all for the Martin Luther idea.
Posting the rankings on their door would be not only hysterical but also affective. I bet they would take it into consideration.
February 13th, 2010 at 6:50 pm
in Division 2 why is DV still ahead of Campo
February 13th, 2010 at 6:51 pm
Because Dougherty Valley beat Campo twice.
February 13th, 2010 at 6:57 pm
the overall record is better than them correct?
February 13th, 2010 at 7:01 pm
who will sneak out with home games in D2??
February 13th, 2010 at 7:07 pm
Ya, you are right about that. Campo has a better overall record. Campo did play three more games, so that probably made a little difference. But the records are close to the same, 12-8-4 and 10-8-3, and they were both 4-6-2 in league. I think the two head-to-head wins will play a factor.
They are two very close teams, however.
February 13th, 2010 at 7:13 pm
Campo played better against the harder teams in the league. I think everyone agrees that DFAL is one of the best and toughest leagues to play in for such a young team like campo. They are a very young and talented squad
February 13th, 2010 at 7:32 pm
Matt,
Why would Cal be @ Antioch? Isn’t the higher seed the home team?
February 13th, 2010 at 7:33 pm
It’s because league champs get host priority. So if the lower seed is a league champ, and the higher seed isn’t, then the higher seed travels.
February 13th, 2010 at 7:55 pm
is what #15 said true???
February 13th, 2010 at 8:00 pm
Granada does not deserve #2 if they lost to livermore.
give it to rich.
dls, rich, granada, srv
February 13th, 2010 at 8:07 pm
Ahhhh……
Can’t wait to see the “seedings” so I can plan my “business” trip to the Bay Area around NCS.
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February 13th, 2010 at 8:09 pm
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February 13th, 2010 at 9:02 pm
Matt – I think Castro is a safe bet being ranked ahead of Newark since they beat them 2-0… Also, I think the 2-4 seeds could very easily be mixed up in any order, but if I had to rank them I would probably rank them the same.
February 13th, 2010 at 9:03 pm
I have a buddy that will be on the seeding process and he let out this so far.
1. Amador
2. Antioch
3. Berkeley
4. Castro Valley
5. Clayton Valley
He said that he is the debate coach and he didn’t know what to do, so he did by the alphabet.
Wow !!!
February 13th, 2010 at 9:04 pm
# 35 was a joke
I hope everyone enoyed it.
February 13th, 2010 at 9:06 pm
I forgot to mention the Castro win over Newark. I’m not all that smart.
2-6 in Division I will be a crap shoot for sure.
February 13th, 2010 at 9:07 pm
I enjoyed it.
Alphabet soup.
February 13th, 2010 at 9:09 pm
Salesian???thats alll i have to say
February 13th, 2010 at 9:19 pm
If these seedings hold true, how great is the DLS vs. SRV rematch going to be in the semis? It was a great match last year and has all the potential to be epic yet again!
February 13th, 2010 at 9:54 pm
Clayton at # 10?? Incredible and no way. People (coaches, refs, fans) who know predict them higher. Can anyone say sleeper?!
February 13th, 2010 at 10:14 pm
yea im pretty sure salesian has only 6 wins which means they are ineligible for the playoffs.
February 13th, 2010 at 10:32 pm
I have Salesian at 8-7-1 in league. It doesn’t mean I’m right, but if that’s the case then they’d be eligible.
February 13th, 2010 at 10:45 pm
maxpreps is saying 6-7-1 in league. There are only 8 teams in the BSAL, which means they could only have played 14 games in the BSAL
February 13th, 2010 at 10:52 pm
There are nine teams in the BSAL. Albany, Encinal, Kennedy, Piedmont, Salesian, St. Joseph, St. Mary’s, St. Pat’s and Swett. Each team plays 16 games.
I wouldn’t really rely on maxpreps for records. I keep my own and they are pretty accurate.
I have Salesian with league wins over: St. Joe (2), St. Pat’s (2), Swett (2), Kennedy and Encinal. That’s eight.
One tie with Piedmont. Meaning they could have only lost seven.
Again, there is a chance I’m off because Salesian doesn’t report as regular as other schools, but I don’t think I am.
February 13th, 2010 at 11:04 pm
MaxPreps has only 14 league matches posted in Salesian’s record, while Albany and others in league have 16 games. The Swett games are not included in MaxPreps 6-7-1 league record for Salesian, so it is very likely that Salesian won both matches for 8-7-1.
February 13th, 2010 at 11:07 pm
oh nice catch sweeper. there are 9 teams in the bsal. my bad
February 13th, 2010 at 11:18 pm
Matt,
Is MaxPreps used in the computer rankings? If so, gigo… If not, where does the machine get its data? Hopefully, from you.
February 13th, 2010 at 11:20 pm
I think he gets his records from my standings, and he might use maxpreps. I’m not sure exactly.
Hopefully mine, like you said.
February 13th, 2010 at 11:24 pm
Good Knowledge.
MaxPreps relys on Coaches, or other advocates of the team to enter the stats. They offer a great service, however, they are only as accurate as the individual providing the stats.
The more involved the Coaching staff is, the better the stats will be.
February 13th, 2010 at 11:29 pm
Oh, forgot to mention, usually, the local Reporter or Blogger has done WAY MORE investigative research, in my experience….so I usually trust their knowledge first. Keep up the Great work Matt.
February 13th, 2010 at 11:39 pm
Granada is also missing two league
February 13th, 2010 at 11:49 pm
For Granada on MaxPreps, the two Livermore matches are not marked as league games, but 23 total games are reported. Go figure…
February 13th, 2010 at 11:57 pm
I emailed a friend of mine that works for Maxpreps. Granada and Salesian should be taken care of soon. Now you guys can rest easy since you won’t take my word for it on the records
Kidding.
February 14th, 2010 at 12:25 am
Sweeper, I just checked MaxPreps and both GHS games vs. Livermore have an “*” next to them, indicating “conference games”.
FYI Everyone, if you do see a mistake on MaxPreps you can e-mail the Western Regional Manager, Stan Granch, and he will see that it gets corrected.
sgranch@maxpreps.com
February 14th, 2010 at 12:28 am
OK fans, Since no one stepped up to the task, I took personal action.
Matt’s seeding predictions have been printed and posted on the front door of the NCS office in San Ramon (taped to the front door glass with blue painters trim tape: no harm, no foul). I have a couple of phone pics to prove it. Both Granada fans and Dublin fans owe me big time…and sorry to SRV fans and Albany fans, if you know what I mean.
Matt, if you give me your email address I will forward a couple of pics. Of course, I expect to be protected as a source. This ain’t BALCO.
Bambam, would like to hear if your selection committee buddy comments.
February 14th, 2010 at 12:30 am
The “*” was not there at 11:45pm, and the league record totalled only 12 games. I guess Matt’s contact corrected it.
February 14th, 2010 at 12:31 am
I personally think Berkeley is one of the top four teams in NCS, they just did not won over some big teams but as well as tied against richmond, Berkeley can take it all the way
February 14th, 2010 at 12:37 am
LOL Sweeper you are awesome. I was hoping someone actually would do it. Let’s hope your work will pay off and they get it right.
February 14th, 2010 at 12:55 am
Thanks Tack. As a co-cub field reporter for Matt, keep up the good work posting live match scores and comments.
February 14th, 2010 at 12:57 am
Sweeper. You are my heroooo.
February 14th, 2010 at 1:14 am
Sweeper, You Rock!!!!
February 14th, 2010 at 1:32 am
OK NCS soccer fans, here is the text of the posting at the NCS HQ, verbatim. I added the introduction, a title to Matt’s tag line, and the references to 3A (D-I) and 2A (D-II). Hopefully, the committee takes it as intended. Can’t wait to see the result later today…
Goodnight.
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To the NCS 2010 Boys Soccer Seeding Committee:
The following article is respectfully submitted to you for your consideration. This article was written by the well-respected Bay Area News Group writer, Mr. Matt Smith, who covers NCS boys soccer. Mr. Smith’s knowledge of NCS boys soccer is impeccable and unrivaled. Please accept this submission as information to consider during your deliberations, as it is captures a season full of knowledge, including feedback from the soccer public. Your consideration is appreciated.
Disclaimer: Neither Mr. Smith nor I have any direct tie to any NCS boys soccer program, including the top-ranked programs.
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NCS soccer seeding predictions
By Matt Smith – Bay Area News Group Boys Soccer Beat Writer
Saturday, February 13th, 2010 at 3:28 pm in Boys soccer.
One last call to gauge the interest of a live chat tomorrow. And if so, what time.
Enjoy debating these everyone. I can’t wait.
Division I or CLASS 3A
This is how I think Division I is going to be seeded.
No. 1 De Le Salle
No. 2 Granada
No. 3 Richmond
No. 4 San Ramon Valley
No. 5 California
No. 6 Berkeley
No. 7 Castro Valley
No. 8 Newark Memorial
No. 9 Amador Valley
No. 10 Clayton Valley
No. 11 Logan
No. 12 Antioch
No. 13 Deer Valley
No. 14 College Park
No. 15 Liberty
No. 16 Freedom
I think Granada holds on to the No. 2 slot despite the loss to Livermore. If anything, Richmond could grab it, but I think that the Matadors are pretty safe.
It’s a tossup with Castro Valley and Newark at No. 7 and No. 8. Newark tied Richmond, which Castro lost to. Castro tied Granada, which beat Newark. Castro also beat Amador Valley, which tied Newark. Newark has a win over Berkeley. Tough call. I hope I’m at least close.
I think Berkeley is not going to be happy with being left out of the top four seeds, and they certainly have a case. But in the end I think the two EBAL teams are going to be right behind Richmond.
I think Arroyo is going to be the first team left out, unfortunately, with Mission San Jose right behind them. Mt. Eden and San Lorenzo might be eligible, but I don’t think either gets in. Alameda probably won’t get in.
Division II or CLASS 2A
Now on to Division II.
No. 1 Bishop O’Dowd
No. 2 Dublin
No. 3 Acalanes
No. 4 Albany
No. 5 Las Lomas
No. 6 Piedmont
No. 7 Ygnacio Valley
No. 8 Dougherty Valley
No. 9 Kennedy-Fremont
No. 10 Campolindo
No. 11 Kennedy-Richmond
No. 12 St. Mary’s
No. 13 El Cerrito
No. 14 Concord
No. 15 Salesian
I think the big discussion is what is going to happen in the three, four and five slots. I personally think that Acalanes’ schedule strength is going to be enough to reward them the No. 3 seed. With that said, I think it could very easily be flip-flopped. Albany as high as No. 2 or as low as No. 5 wouldn’t surprise me. I think Piedmont, YV and Dougherty could all get shuffled around in that six, seven, eight range, but I think they all get a home game. I also think that Campo’s seed depends on Dougherty’s because they wouldn’t want to have them play in the first round, I am sure. That’s why I have Campo at No. 10.
February 14th, 2010 at 6:18 am
I’m very interested in a live chat today. Please count me in. Also, you do a great job, Matt. Thank you very much on behalf of all of the players, coaches, and parents. I’m sure it may seem like a thankless job sometimes, but know that we all appreciate your work.
February 14th, 2010 at 8:19 am
Matt,
Let’s hope the NCS is up to the task this year because they could certainly use your help and more information than they are getting on line.
The new format leaves open a lot of questions that were formerly addressed in what I would call the checks and balance of open meetings with coaches present. Who is doing the fact check for the panel? Every year questions or contradictions have come up in the meetings that were instantly resolved because there were people in the room that knew the answers. It also concerns me to find out that the on-line submission form that coaches submitted yesterday asked for NONE of the strength of schedule information that used to be an important part of the written criteria from coaches. The on line form didn’t ask for or separate the listing of team’s Top 6 opponents, records against teams in higher classifications, etc. on down the line. as far as I can see, the panel is going to have to figure this out on their own.
February 14th, 2010 at 8:27 am
Sweeper….Very impressive effort!
February 14th, 2010 at 8:34 am
Matt,
If DBL is correct on #61 could that work against a school like AV with a 7-5-12 record?
February 14th, 2010 at 8:40 am
Definitely. Schools like Amador Valley that played a tough schedule all year long might get hurt if this committee doesn’t acknowledge SOS properly.
DBL, that was great insight. I’m glad you were able to shed some light on the process. As scary as that light was, at least it can prepare us.
February 14th, 2010 at 9:18 am
I hate to say it, but looks like MSJ WILL be left out. We were so strong before winter break, then we lost to teams we had no business losing to afterward. We beat Irvington 4-0 before winter break, then lost 0-3 after.
February 14th, 2010 at 9:25 am
NO.1 Bishop O’dowd
NO.2 Albany
NO.3 Dublin
NO.4 Acalanes
NO.5 Las Lomas
NO.6 Piedmont
NO.7 Campolindo
NO.8 Dougherty Valley
NO.9 Ygnacio Valley
NO.10 Kennedy Richmond
NO.11 Kennedy Fremont
NO.12 Saint Marys
NO.13 El Cerrito
NO.14 Concord
NO.15 Salesian
February 14th, 2010 at 9:52 am
Great stuff, sweeper.
February 14th, 2010 at 9:52 am
Matt, is there no live chat?
February 14th, 2010 at 9:55 am
I’m trying to set one up, but I can’t find a good time for everyone to be around.
February 14th, 2010 at 10:23 am
There are alot of DFAL teams that are going to compete!
February 14th, 2010 at 11:20 am
Sweeper #55
I don’t have a buddy there as I was just kidding about it.
What time what time does this seedings start today?
February 14th, 2010 at 11:22 am
So I have to post the girls brackets. They have released Division I. After I get the girls up, I will post the boys seedings with updated stats, standings and rankings.
February 14th, 2010 at 11:33 am
Girls Div 1 bracket is up on the NCS site
February 14th, 2010 at 11:49 am
what is the link to the NCS site?
February 14th, 2010 at 11:49 am
cifncs.org
February 14th, 2010 at 11:50 am
http://cifncs.org/sports/soccer/
February 14th, 2010 at 11:51 am
http://www.cifncs.org/sports/soccer/
February 14th, 2010 at 12:22 pm
Brackets are up at NCS website
February 14th, 2010 at 12:22 pm
Div 1 Boys soccer up at:
http://cifncs.org/sports/soccer/files/RESULTS/2010/boysD1BRACKET10winsoc.pdf
February 14th, 2010 at 12:24 pm
Division I
No. 1 De La Salle (14-5-3) v. No. 16 Liberty (8-5-7) 7 p.m.
No. 2 San Ramon Valley (12-3-8) v. No. 15 Deer Valley (11-6-6) 7 p.m.
No. 14 Antioch (9-7-7) v. No. 3 Granada (15-3-5) 6 p.m.
No. 4 Berkeley (16-3-2) v. No. 13 College Park (12-7-5) 7 p.m.
No. 5 Richmond (14-1-9) v. No. 12 Logan (14-9-4) 7 p.m.
No. 6 California (13-3-6) v. No. 11 Arroyo (13-9-1) 7 p.m.
No. 7 Newark Memorial (19-4-4) v. No. 10 Clayton Valley (16-3-3) 7 p.m.
No. 8 Castro Valley (17-3-4) v. No. 9 Amador Valley (7-5-12) 7 p.m.
February 14th, 2010 at 12:25 pm
looks like theyre goin off league record mostt. this is makin me little nervous for the D2 seedings
February 14th, 2010 at 12:27 pm
Correction. DLS and Castro Valley host at 5 p.m.
February 14th, 2010 at 12:29 pm
Matt,
Thanks for posting the D1 Seedings. It looks like a couple of the games times you posted are different from the NCS website. DLS is 5pm due to Carondelet’s 7pm game. CV vs AV is 5pm due to the girls CV team playing at 7pm.
February 14th, 2010 at 12:34 pm
what do you think about the ncs seedings matt. SRV got a two seed, Cal drops to a sixth seed.
February 14th, 2010 at 12:35 pm
when will the d2 seedings come out?
February 14th, 2010 at 12:41 pm
Sweeper, you’re usually right on it, what do you think of the seedings. Arroyo wasn’t even predicted and Cal already beat them once this year.
February 14th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
Looks like Freedom High & San Lorenzo were left out of Div 1.
February 14th, 2010 at 12:53 pm
I think Freedom being snubbed was horrible. And I think Arroyo is seeded too high. I didn’t even have them in. One win over a D I playoff team. That’s it. Freedom had three, and had a tie with Cal, and a win over Dublin. I think that is horrible.
February 14th, 2010 at 1:02 pm
Completely agreed Matt, besides matching them up with Cal as well, Cal beat them 3-1.
February 14th, 2010 at 1:12 pm
matt,
any idea when the D2 brackets will be up?
February 14th, 2010 at 1:31 pm
Matt,
James Logan was a league champion. They should be hosting their 1st round game vs. Richmond
February 14th, 2010 at 1:41 pm
Div II Girl’s is up
February 14th, 2010 at 1:49 pm
They must be looking for a three sided coin to determine #2, 3 & 4. Go Albany.
February 14th, 2010 at 2:01 pm
There were only 12 teams Div 2 Mens that had a record at 500 or better. So to determine the last 4 or 5 teams
must be taking awhile.
February 14th, 2010 at 2:11 pm
It says in the article above that Amador Valley tied Newark Memorial; however while Amador did tie just about everyone in the bay area they lost to Newark 2-0
February 14th, 2010 at 2:23 pm
Boys DII is up
February 14th, 2010 at 2:30 pm
It’s been great listening to everyone’s predictions now that all teams are seeded what is the input Matt about the match ups?
February 14th, 2010 at 2:32 pm
No. 1 Bishop O’Dowd (18-0-5), bye
No. 2 Albany (21-0-3) v. No. 15 Salesian (8-9-1) 5 p.m.
No. 3 Dublin (17-3-2) v. No. 14 St. Mary’s (12-7-3) 7 p.m.
No. 4 Acalanes (17-3-3) v. No. 13 Concord (7-8-4) 7 p.m.
No. 5 Piedmont (15-4-3) v. No. 12 El Cerrito (7-9-1) 7 p.m.
No. 11 Ygnacio Valley (12-5-2) v. No. 6 Kennedy-Richmond (14-7-2) 7 p.m.
No. 7 Kennedy-Fremont (9-7-2) v. No. 10 Dougherty Valley (10-8-3) 7 p.m.
No. 8 Las Lomas (15-4-3) v. No. 9 Campolindo (12-8-4) 5 p.m.
February 14th, 2010 at 2:36 pm
I can already hear the screams from Las Lomas. #8 matt?
February 14th, 2010 at 2:37 pm
Las Lomas looks too low and got a tough seed, 5 spots below Dublin. Wow. And a rested O’Dowd looms.
February 14th, 2010 at 2:38 pm
I think that Dublin will find out quickly that St. Mary’s will not be a typical 14 seed and go quietly. St. Mary’s can play D.
February 14th, 2010 at 2:54 pm
The new notebook is up with all the breakdown.
February 14th, 2010 at 2:55 pm
prediction: kennedy richmond will lose on the road to Ygancio Valley. They lost to salesian on the road. They seemed to have gotten a very favorable seeding, considering their road record (3-5-2).
February 14th, 2010 at 3:10 pm
Dublin shouldn’t have a problem. There defense is very talented and a great offense. It would be a big upset if they were to loose.
February 14th, 2010 at 4:34 pm
In ALL my years around NCS, i have never seen a bigger mistake then Las Lomas at #8. Really? They beat the best in the east bay area. and Piedmont gets a higher seed? They are in the worst league and they get spanked in NCS every year against DFAL opponents. Horrible decisions. They need to go back to the traditional meetings instead of submitting a resume online. This is just not fair.
February 15th, 2010 at 12:33 pm
hey matt…how about getting more involved in the girls soccer…better yet, scratch that idea because your “thoughts” or “predictions” are usually about as right as the weather man!
February 16th, 2010 at 12:15 am
honestly old chaps.
i believe arroyo is the dark horse this year.
they will defeat any team and end up in the final against De La Salle.
February 18th, 2010 at 11:37 am
Sir Alex,
oops
turn out the lights on that Dark Horse
February 20th, 2010 at 10:39 pm
it was a close match.
arroyo had many opportunities.
football is 11 on 11.
anything can happen.
goodluck in semis CAL