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The Valley Star

The 19-year-old Kristjana Lews will take to the circle for Valley College for the first time in the spring semester.

Kristjana Lewis Keeps Her Competition at Arms Length

Alex Diaz November 24, 2024

As Kristjana Lewis stands tall on the pitcher’s mound, her eyes are fixed on the batter as she winds up for the game’s first pitch. The hours tick by, and she is immersed in the pool, guarding...

Op-Ed: sports and politics

Alex Diaz November 24, 2024

It was 1918, at Fenway Park. Game four of the World Series. The Boston Red Sox were battling the Chicago Cubs. As the seventh inning approached, echoes of “The Star-Spangled Banner” were heard throughout...

Valley’s Desiree Monge battles for the ball in a home contest Tuesday against the Renegades.

Women get revenge against Renegades with 1-1 tie

Alex Diaz November 6, 2024

It had been eight conference games, seven shutouts, and one scoreless draw before Valley women’s soccer (3-10-3) scored its first conference goal, leveling out with Bakersfield College (6-7-3), 1-1. The...

Midfielder Desiree Monge fights for possession against Santa Monica.

Women’s Soccer Struggles Continue in Conference Play

JC Rosa October 21, 2024

Two early goals set the tone for  The Santa Monica College Corsairs Friday as they cruised to a dominant 5-0 victory over the Valley College Monarchs, whose attempts to mount a comeback were spoiled at...

Valley freshman defender Samantha Valencia sets up to send a long pass at Monarch Stadium against Santa Ana College.

Women’s Soccer Headed in the Wrong Direction

Alex Diaz October 4, 2024

The Citrus College Owls overwhelmed Valley College Tuesday, defeating the Monarchs 6-0 at Valley College.    The home loss marks the third-straight game that the women’s soccer team was unable...

The sports programs are feeling the pressure over slashed funding from the state.

Valley College Sports Grapples with Statewide Budget Cuts

Alex Diaz October 1, 2024

Ahead of the upcoming fall sports season, Valley College finds itself navigating substantial statewide budget cuts with repercussions for athletics. The amount of the cuts, which were not disclosed by...

Freshman wide receiver Ben Baker rushed to make a touchdown at the 20-yard line.

Valley College Football Struck early and held on to defeat Compton, 46-38

Alex Diaz September 16, 2024

As the sun dipped behind Monarch Stadium and the heat gave way to cooling air, the Valley College's football team scorched Compton College for 46 points and evened their record 1-1. The Monarchs struck...

Valley freshman defender Samantha Valencia sets up to send a long pass at Monarch Stadium against Santa Ana College.

Valley College Battles Santa Ana College to a 1-1 Tie

JC Rosa September 16, 2024

The Valley College women’s soccer team took a three-game winning streak into Tuesday’s home contest against Santa Ana College that ended in a 1-1 tie. The Monarchs remain undefeated thanks to a...

Valley Quarterback Gavin Goulette (4) is tackled by Chaffey football players.

Monarchs Struggle in Season-Opening Loss Against Panthers

JC Rosa September 16, 2024

In the season opener on Saturday, Chaffey’s command of the first three quarters proved to be too much for the Monarchs to overcome, ultimately suffering a 23-13 defeat. “To come out and not get...

Women's soccer starts off strong

Women’s soccer starts off strong

JC Rosa August 28, 2024

Women's soccer started their season strong with a 3-1 win against Los Angeles City College and look to improve to 2-0 when they play host to Victor Valley on Tuesday. It was a complete team effort across...

Outfielder Eddie Zapata tosses the ball moments before the beginning of an inning during the first night game. This is Zapata’s last year playing at Valley. (Taylor Cowhey for The Valley Star)

Under the Lights

Alex Diaz May 15, 2024

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! Valley College sets a new stage with lighting the baseball field. The Monarchs baseball field underwent a major transformation as it was illuminated with eight new lights, allowing...

Amari Yolas played three sports at Palisades High devoting his baseball and running skills respectively to Valley College and West LA College.

Speed is the Name of the Game for this Dual-Sport Athlete

Alex Diaz May 6, 2024

On your mark, set, BANG! The sound of a powerful hit echoes through the air as Amari Yolas sprints to first base and later on the track for the 100-yard dash. The 19-year-old college freshman is a dual-sport...

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