The runners Justin-Siena cross country coach Jim Haugen says his varsity boys senior captains and top competitors this fall include, (from left) Mike Bozzini, Kevin Cardey and John Masyczek, who worked out during the recent Humboldt State University Distance Running Camp.

Burlingame Post 409 pitcher Forrest Armanino had little trouble with the Chico Suns Blue batting order the first time around on Saturday.

San Jose’s Jason Stattler showed how much experience counts while winning the main event for Civil War Series sprint cars at Calistoga Speedway on Saturday night, leaving pole-sitter and early leader Jeff Paraday in the dust on the half-mile oval.

It was more than 60 years ago, but Frank Humpert hasn’t forgotten just how much of a help Dr. Harry McPherson was in his life.

Austin Saenz led off the game with a home run and added a tying two-run shot in the fifth inning as Mission Viejo eliminated Burlingame from the American Legion “B” Baseball State Tournament with an 8-5 victory on Sunday morning at Cleve Borman Field in Yountville.

The Napa High School spiritleaders, who have won 14 national titles, completed a private camp Thursday through Saturday at their school’s two dance studios.

Today

The shrill cry of a golden eagle announces the first light of day.

Napa’s Nicki Brown, a setter for the Cal State Stanislaus volleyball team who averaged 5.67 set assists per game last year, was named California Collegiate Athletic Association All-Academic for the 2007-08 academic year. Student-athletes were recognized by the league for their athletic and academic achievements.

The best reports I’ve had this week are from far-away places.

NAPA — The Oakland Raiders agreed to terms on a contract with Adam Archuleta on Monday in a move to add depth to their defense.

Players getting hurt during practices is making it tough on coach Lane Kiffin to have quality competition in some places.

OAKLAND — The first exhibition game gave the Oakland Raiders the chance to show off how good their running could be this year.

Training camp continues today for the Oakland Raiders, who have two practices at Redwood Middle School in Napa.