program its first NCS title since 2013. —ALBANY, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 19: Pinole Valley High celebrate their win against St. Mary’s High in their North Coast Section semifinal game at Saint Mary’s High School on Albany, Calif., on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. Two schools with successful pasts collide Friday night.
, a former star linebacker for the Spartans, relies on a stout defense and the running of seniors. McDonald has rushed for 1,021 yards, including 140 yards in a 20-7 semifinal win over St. Mary’s. Shamsid Deem has 555 yards. Meanwhile, the Pinole defense didn’t allow St. Mary’s to score until the fourth quarter, when the Spartans were ahead 20-0. Justin-Siena can be two different teams. In the Braves’ seven wins, they have outscored opponents 165-7.