WDV Athletics Blooming Into March: Spring Sports Update

March was a month charged with energy and achievement for our Boys Volleyball program, as both Varsity and JV teams showcased championship-level grit and skill on the court.

🔥 Varsity Highlights

Our Varsity Wolves have been on fire, holding a strong 19–7 overall record! An epic moment at the Venice Varsity Invitational, where they battled through tough competition to reach the Gold Level Championship match, as their runner-up finish highlights their status as one of the top programs in the region.

• Key wins included a decisive 3–0 shutout over Palos Verdes and a hard-fought 3–1 victory against West Torrance.
• Dylan Soriano has been the offensive backbone with an impressive 392 assists, while Sai Santiago leads the team in kills with 259.
• Cohen McGraw has been a dominant presence at the net, recording a team-high 38 blocks.

🧠 JV Highlights

Matching Varsity’s success, the JV Wolves also earned a spot in the Gold Level Championship match at the Venice tournament, demonstrating resilience and teamwork.

• On March 21st, the JV squad dominated the Thousand Oaks JV Tournament, securing wins against Simi Valley (2–0), Oak Park (2–0), and Westlake (1–0), finishing an impressive 3rd place in the Gold Level.
• Earlier in the month, the team swept Santa Monica 2–0, contributing to their strong 16–7 record.

Both squads are riding a wave of momentum that reflects their hard work and  dedication, with a bright season ahead for our WDV Volleyball Wolves!🏐🐺

🎯 Archery

The WDV Archery Team hosted its first LA regional event on March 14th, with about 70 archers from three different high schools competing. The team performed exceptionally well, WDV Archery qualified to compete in the Olympic Archery in Schools California State Championships held at the Chula Vista Olympic Training Facility on April 4, 2026.

At the recent LA Regionals, the team fought hard against students from other schools in both the Ranking Rounds and Solo Head-to-Head Competitions.

In addition to many of our archers placing in the top 10 of their division we had several medal winners!

🏅 Tournament Highlights

Olympic Ranking/Qualification Rounds:

🥈Women's JV - Lay Johnson took 2nd place
🥈Women's Varsity - Ellyse Legaspi took 2nd place

🥇Men's JV - Ryder Singer took 1st place
🥈Men's Varsity - Brandon Garcia took 2nd place

Solo Head to Head Competitions:

🥇 Women's Varsity - Ellyse Legaspi took 1st place
🥉Women's JV - Lay Johnson took 3rd place

🥇 Men's JV - Ryder Singer took 1st place and Alan Lopez took 3rd
🥈Men's Varsity - Vince Dikdan took 2nd place

We are incredibly proud of all 70 archers who competed, especially those stepping onto the tournament line for the very first time. Hosting a successful home event is a major milestone for our growing program, and it reflects the hard work of our athletes, coaches, and families!

🥎 Softball

March was a month of growth for our Wiseburn Da Vinci Wolves softball team as they continued to build momentum in their season!

🔥 Standout Performances

• The Wolves showcased strong offensive and defensive skills, securing wins against Culver City and Inglewood, highlighting their teamwork and strategy on the field.
• Throughout the month, the team demonstrated resilience, bouncing back from close games with determination and focus, helping improve their overall record and confidence.
• Standout performances from several players energized the team, contributing crucial hits and defensive plays that kept the Wolves competitive in every game.

With dedication and teamwork driving their success, the Wiseburn Da Vinci Wolves softball team is set for an exciting spring ahead! 🥎🐺

📣 Cheer

Join the WDV Competition Cheer team on April 8 at 6pm in the WDV Gym for a cheer showcase! The team will be on the court performing their competition routine to help fundraise for their coming competitions. 

⚾️ Baseball

March was an exciting month for our Wiseburn Da Vinci Wolves baseball team as they showcased strong performances and team spirit on the diamond 

🧠 Season Snapshot

Throughout March, the Wolves have shown focused performance on the field, bringing their record to 6-7 overall. This highlights their resilience and determination to compete at a high level! 

🔥 Standout Performances

• The Wolves secured a solid victory against El Rancho with a close 4-2 win early in the month, setting a confident tone for the season!
• Mid-month, the team continued to impress by defeating Peninsula in a league game, demonstrating their growing strength and teamwork
• Despite a tough loss to the Spartans later in the month, the team’s spirit remains high as they continue to learn and grow from each game experience 

The Wiseburn Da Vinci Wolves are proving themselves as a competitive and spirited team, making March a month to remember as they build momentum heading into the spring season 🐺⚾!!

🎮 ESports 

March was an electrifying month for WDV Esports as we hosted the Battle of the South Bay which ignited fierce competition and community spirit in the Black Box.

🔥 Event Performances

• Around 100 middle schoolers packed the venue where Adams Middle School from Redondo claimed victory in the Middle School Battles, whilst WDV Esports team and supportive parents raised nearly $1,000 selling pizza, candy, and soda to the excited crowd!
  • Four of our top SSBU players were victorious in placing 1st and 2nd place in the 2 Versus 2 competition.
  • For Rocket league there were six south bay middle schools who were invited to compete
  • For SSBU both El Segundo and Redondo Union high schools faced two very talented WDV teams.

🏅 Battle of the South Bay Showdown Highlights

• The WDV Super Smash Bros Teams A and B stepped into the spotlight for the main event against high school rivals 🎮!!
  • Team A — Ben Alonso (DVC) and Solomon Cannad (DVD) swept El Segundo’s top players in straight matches, showcasing sharp skills and teamwork.
  • Team B — Makoa Burruel (DVD) and Brandon Ceron (DVS) defeated Redondo Union’s best with similar dominance.
• The thrilling final saw Team A and Team B face off, with Ben Alonso and Solomon Cannad crowned Battle of the South Bay Champions. 
  • They earned not only everlasting glory and a spot on the trophy alongside Mira Costa and El Segundo but also $1,000 for the team and professional gaming gear!

Congratulations to runners-up Makoa Burruel and Brandon Ceron, who made a stunning comeback fueled by roaring support from Team 4201!!

📅 What’s Ahead

Our WDV ESports Spring season for CIF has reached the finale! Starting the week of April 6th, our Varsity Super Smash Bros Ultimate team, who are currently ranked 3rd in their respective group standings, will begin the 1st round of their regional playoffs bracket play. We are pleased with the results of all of our CIF teams and we celebrate their accomplishments in this year of growth and development🎮! Here is a quick look at our teams' and their results:

• Mario Kart - 68th out of 99 teams
• All Girls SSBU - 6th out of 15 teams
• Varsity Rocket League - 69th out of 84 teams
• JV1 SSBU - 32rd out of 186 teams
• JV2 SSBU -  83rd out of 186 teams
• Varsity SSBU - 44th out of 208 teams

The WDV ESports program consists of 9 national teams and 6 CIF teams and is led by assistant coaches Andy Galbraith, Eric Marintsch, and head coach Jahmal Durham. If you'd like to support our students in reaching their Spring 2026 fundraising goals, please stop by one of our upcoming afterschool bake sale events (more information coming)!

🏃 Track & Field