April 2025

Coach Juan “Sharky” Torres: A Champion of the Game and the Community

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With 25 years of coaching experience, Juan Torres—better known as “Sharky” to those around him—has left a lasting impact on the Bay Area soccer scene and the lives of countless young athletes. As the head of the Abraham Lincoln High School soccer program and a coach with Santa Clara Sporting Club, Coach Torres brings a […]

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Coach Luis Comesana: A Lifelong Mentor, Leader, and Champion of the Game

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After more than three decades on the sidelines, Coach Luis Comesana’s name is etched into the history of Bay Area high school soccer. A veteran of 33 years at Homestead High School, Comesana guided his teams to seven league championships and consistent appearances in the CCS playoffs—setting a gold standard of competitive excellence, discipline, and

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