November 6, 2026

Written by Mario Machuca

FULL RESULTS

EASTVALE:   The Wolves took to the course for their final regular-season race of the year, facing off against the highly competitive Big VIII League. With the postseason just around the corner, the stakes were high as both varsity squads looked to finish among the top three teams and secure a coveted spot at the CIF Championships. With everything on the line, King delivered when it mattered most.

The Junior Varsity Girls kicked off the day with Olivia Chau leading the way for the Wolves. Emma Castillo followed closely behind, while senior Kaya Ochoa turned in a breakthrough performance, earning her best team placement of the season. Isabella Iemsisanith and Sofia Dineshbabu Usharani rounded out the scoring five, helping the girls secure a third-place team finish.

The Junior Varsity Boys were next, putting together another strong team performance. Juan Carlos Leiva led the Wolves with an impressive third-place finish, followed closely by Jacob Gamino in fourth. Senior Logan Ambos crossed next in eighth, with Isaiah Gallardo finishing as the team’s fourth scorer in 13th. Junior Luke Browning closed out the scoring five with a standout performance, finishing 16th with the best race of his career and a new personal record. The group showed the depth of the program and continued to build on the momentum heading into the postseason.

The Varsity Girls took the course next with a postseason berth on the line. Senior Jude Abu-Ghazaleh continued to lead the way, earning a fourth-place finish and the best league result of her career. Natalie Drewitz followed in eighth as she continued to build momentum, while freshman Leah Goodman secured her first All-League honor with a 10th-place finish. Jordyn Ramirez crossed in 12th, followed by Betsaida Sandoval in 20th to complete the scoring five. The girls put together a tremendous team effort, earning a second-place finish and officially punching their ticket to CIF.

The Varsity Boys closed out the day with their own postseason aspirations. Mason Stehmeier led the Wolves with a fourth-place finish, earning the best league result of his career. Andrew Moyo followed in seventh, securing his first All-League finish. Max Guzzetta, Abdu Alqaza, and Ethan Pendleton rounded out the medalists, finishing 12th, 18th, and 19th, respectively. The boys battled through a competitive field to secure third place overall, accomplishing their goal and punching their ticket to the CIF Championships.

Overall, the Wolves delivered when it mattered most, with both varsity squads securing their place in the postseason. For those whose seasons came to an end, the focus now shifts to recovery and preparing for the upcoming track season. Meanwhile, the varsity squads will continue their championship pursuit next Friday at the CIF Southern Section Prelims at Mt. San Antonio College. The regular season may be over, but the Wolves are just getting started.