Wiseburn Da Vinci Athletic Department Update (Oct. ’24)

Fall Sports Wrap Up and Team Highlights

First, a huge congratulations to our boys beach volleyball team! They had a stellar season, finishing in 2nd place in their division. They fought their way to the playoff finals, and although they came up just a touch short, they should be incredibly proud of their second-place finish. We’re grateful for their dedication and effort on the sand.

October was a huge month for girls volleyball. The team has been working hard all season and ended with a thrilling three-way tie match at home against Peninsula, which they won! This victory solidified their standing as the second-place finishers in the Pioneer League. They made it all the way to the CIF Playoffs on October 24—Congratulations to our Wolves! A special thank you to our Seniors Olivia Gonser, Kendra Kehl and Lina Valenzuela for all you have done for WDV girls volleyball, we will miss you!

Winter Sports Training Season

Our archery program also saw a fantastic turnout for the recent safety meetings and training sessions. It’s wonderful to see so many new faces interested in the sport. We’re eagerly looking forward to tryouts in November, and we wish all aspiring archers the best of luck.

The WDV girls soccer season is officially underway! We appreciate everyone’s patience during the planning season. The tryouts had an excellent turnout on our brand-new Wiseburn Da Vinci soccer field. We can’t wait to see what the season has in store for this talented group.

The WDV boys soccer team has been training and are ready for their first scrimmages at the beginning of November. The first home game on the new WDV Soccer Field will be held on November 15 @ 4:30pm (JV) and 6:00pm (Var) vs. Lynwood. Come out and cheer on your home team!

With winter sports’ official season on the horizon, keep an eye out for upcoming updates and schedules for boys and girls basketball, as well as boys and girls soccer. We’re especially excited to welcome everyone to our brand-new Wiseburn Da Vinci HOME turf for soccer games—it’s going to be an exciting season!

By Sarah Lalau|2024-11-07T09:46:36-08:00November 7th, 2024|News|Comments Off

FREE Cardiac Screening Event for Ages 12-25!

Join us and the Saving Hearts Foundation for a very special cardiac screening event for people age 12-25.

WHAT: Da Vinci Schools in partnership with Saving Hearts Foundation and UCLA presents a FREE cardiac screening event Saturday, November 16, 2024. Pre-register now! Walk-ins welcome, those with appointments seen first!

WHY: Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating. While often linked to chronic medical conditions, SCA alarmingly stands as the leading cause of death among athletes and on school campuses. 1 in 300 young individuals harbors an undetected heart condition, significantly heightening their risk of SCA. Come get an EKG, see a cardiologist on the spot if any abnormalities are detected for immediate follow up.

WHO: Young people ages 12-25

WHEN: Saturday, November 16, 2024, 9am-3pm

Register now! Da Vinci High School | Saving Hearts Foundation | Protecting Youth from Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Learn more about Saving Hearts Foundation.

By Sarah Lalau|2024-10-29T06:58:55-07:00October 29th, 2024|News|Comments Off

WDV Soccer Field – Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Set for Monday, Oct. 21

We are thrilled to invite you to join us for a ribbon-cutting ceremony of the new Wiseburn Da Vinci Soccer Field at 201 N. Douglas Street, which has generated immense excitement throughout our community. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place this Monday, Oct. 21 at 4:45 pm. Following the ceremony, we invite you to watch the WDV Boys Soccer practice.

Everyone is invited to the ribbon-cutting of our new state-of-the-art facility!! We look forward to sharing this beautiful new space with our students, families, and the broader community.

This project is made possible through the support of Wiseburn USD Measure EE funds.

By Carla Levenson|2024-10-17T13:33:04-07:00October 17th, 2024|News, Soccer|Comments Off

Congratulations to Our Boys Beach Volleyball Team on a Fantastic Season!

The Wiseburn Da Vinci Boys Beach Volleyball team has made us proud!

We are honored to congratulate the WDV boys beach volleyball team for their stellar performance this season, finishing second in their division. Their journey to the playoffs was filled with dedication, teamwork, and countless hard-fought victories that showcased their determination and passion for the game.

In the playoffs, they gave it their all in a thrilling final match against Windward, coming up just short in a heartbreaking loss. While they finished just outside the top spot, their perseverance and the effort they put into each and every game were nothing short of inspiring.

Thank you to the WDV coaching staff, families and fans for a successful season supporting our boys beach volleyball team!

We applaud our athletes for all the hard work, commitment, and heart they demonstrated throughout the season. Congratulations again on your impressive second-place finish—we can’t wait to see what the future holds!

By Sarah Lalau|2024-10-11T14:26:00-07:00October 11th, 2024|News, Volleyball|Comments Off

WDV Girls Soccer: Update

Dear Players and Parents/Guardians,

I hope this message finds you well. Please rest assured that we are working diligently behind the scenes to ensure that everything is in place for a successful soccer experience for our athletes, coaches, and families.

Our priority is to create a program that provides the right support and resources for everyone involved. We are committed to going into this season with a strong foundation that will benefit our team throughout the season.

We will be holding an informational meeting and tryouts, and I want to assure you that we are dedicated to preparing for a rewarding season ahead. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we finalize our plans. We are excited about what lies ahead and appreciate your continued support.

Informational meeting and tryout details are coming soon! Keep an eye on the WDV blog and social media for up to date information!

Best regards,

Vicente Bravo, Chief Administrative Officer

By Sarah Lalau|2024-10-03T15:55:01-07:00October 3rd, 2024|News, Soccer|Comments Off

Congratulations to the Boys Beach Volleyball Team: Playoff Finals Bound!

What an incredible season for our Wiseburn Da Vinci Boys Beach Volleyball team! Finishing second in their league, they’ve battled hard to earn a spot in the Southern Pacific IBVL Boys’ Varsity Playoff Finals—a fantastic achievement worth celebrating!

Their skill, teamwork, and determination have propelled them through every match. As they prepare for the finals, it’s inspiring to see their commitment to refining their skills and supporting one another.

They’ve already made us proud, and we’re all rooting for that well-deserved championship. Let’s show our support and cheer them on—go, Wolves! Final match: 10/4/24 @ 4:00pm at the Annenberg Beach House!

By Sarah Lalau|2024-10-03T11:48:04-07:00October 3rd, 2024|News, Uncategorized, Volleyball|Comments Off

Weekly Game Schedule – 9/30-10/5

🏐👟🐺⚡️ Weekly Game Schedule 🐺⚡️👟🏐

Your Wiseburn Da Vinci Wolves have a full schedule of athletics on deck for this week. Here’s where you can cheer them on for September 30 thru October 5.

🏐 Boys Beach Volleyball 🏐

Monday, September 30 – WDV Wolves are in the Playoffs!
- 4:00pm (Var)
- @ Dockweiler Beach
Wednesday, October 2 – Playoffs
- 3:00pm (Var)
- @ Santa Monica Beach
Friday, October 4 – Playoffs
- 3:00pm (Var)
- @ Santa Monica Beach

🏐 Girls Volleyball 🏐

Tuesday, October 1 – WDV vs West
- 3:30pm (Var)
- 4:45pm (JV/FS)
- @ West Torrance High School
Thursday, October 3 – WDV vs North
- 3:30pm (Var)
- 5:00pm (JV/FS)
- @ North Torrance High School
Saturday, October 5 – Lakewood Tournament
- 8:00am (JV)
- @ Lakewood High School

👟 Cross Country 👟

Saturday, October 5 – Central Park Invitational
- 8:00am (Var/JV)
- @ Huntington Beach

By Sarah Lalau|2024-09-30T12:54:46-07:00September 30th, 2024|Cross Country, News, Volleyball|Comments Off

WDV Weekly Game Schedule and Important Reminders 9/16 – 9/21

Here is your Wiseburn Da Vinci Wolves Game Schedule for this week! Be sure to come out and cheer them on!

🏐🐺⚡️WEEKLY GAME SCHEDULE 🐺⚡️🏐

🏐 Girls Volleyball 🏐

Tuesday, 9/17 – Girls Volleyball vs North
- 3:30pm (FS/JV) & 5:00pm (Var)
- @ WDV Gym HOME GAME

Friday, 9/20 – Girls Volleyball Vs. Venice
- 3:30pm (FS/JV) & 4:30pm (Var)
- @ Venice High

Saturday, 9/21 – Girls Volleyball Tournament
- Whittier Cardinal Classic
- 8:00am (FS)
- @ Whittier High School

🏐 Boys Beach Volleyball 🏐

Saturday, 9/21 – WDV vs Wildwood
- 10:00am (Var)
- @ Santa Monica, North Beach

Saturday, 9/21 – WDV vs Campbell Hall
- 12:00pm (Var)
- @ Santa Monica, North Beach

🚨🚨🐺 Important Reminders!! 🚨🚨🐺

WDV Boys Baseball tryouts are this week!

All Tryouts

5:00pm-7:15pm
WDV Field (Behind Da Vinci Connect K-8)

9/16/24 – Freshman Only

9/17/24 – Sophomores Only

9/18/24 – Juniors and Seniors Only

UPDATE : 🐺⚡️⚾️ Baseball Tryouts – Round 2 ⚾️🐺⚡️

Thank you to everyone who showed up and showed out this week for baseball tryouts!

Those who have advanced to round 2 of tryouts received an email with more information to their Da Vinci student email accounts. Please check your emails!!

9/19/24 – 5:30pm @ Leuzinger High School

GO WOLVES! @wdv_baseball @davincischools_org #wdvathletics #wdvbaseball

WDV Archery Information Meeting is on 9/18/24!

Interested in archery? Whether you are a returning team member or new to the sport, we are excited to have you tryout for the Wiseburn Da Vinci Archery program!

Students and families please join us at our archery information meeting on September 18, 2024 at 6:30pm in the Blackbox Theater (201 Douglas Campus). Hear important information about mandatory safety meetings, tryouts, training and program requirements!

Scan the QR code to complete the interest form!

By Sarah Lalau|2024-09-19T12:27:51-07:00September 16th, 2024|Archery, Baseball, News, Volleyball|Comments Off

FREE Sports Physicals at EXER Urgent Care NOW

As we gear up for another exciting Wiseburn + Da Vinci Athletics year filled with sports and competition, it’s crucial to make sure you’re eligible to play. For all students who are planning or considering participating on athletics teams during the 2024-25 school year, here’s everything you need to know to get started:

Why You Need a Physical

First things first: to participate in any sport including TRY-OUTS, you need a valid physical. This physical is good for 365 days, so make sure you’re up to date!

Good News: Exer Urgent Care is offering physicals for FREE until 8/31/24! Read more!>

The Clearance Process

In addition to your physical, you must complete the clearance process to be eligible to participate in school sports. Follow these steps:

Create an athlete profile on CIF Home Campus. https://www.athleticclearance.com/ All student-athletes must have an account in order to access all CIF forms, attend tryouts, participate on a DV Athletics team.

You must have your physical completed and uploaded BEFORE tryouts. Clearance forms can be found on: https://www.athleticclearance.com/

You must download and print the physical form and take it to a doctor for your athletic physical to be completed and then upload your signed form to your account. No paper copies are accepted. Your own physician can complete, or you can access this FREE resource at any Exer Urgent Care.

All students planning to try out for any sport must have a CIF Home Campus account created and a physical form uploaded BEFORE tryouts. Read More>

Why It Matters

Getting cleared on time is crucial. Without your physical and completed clearance, you won’t be able to participate in tryouts, practices, or games. Don’t let paperwork hold you back from being part of the team and enjoying the sport you love!

Let’s Go!

We’re looking forward to another fantastic year of high school sports, filled with teamwork, dedication, and victory.

For more information please contact: NDavidson@davincischools.org. Please check our website for complete instructions and forms: Wiseburn Da Vinci Athletics

See you out there, and go WOLVES!

By Sarah Lalau|2024-08-06T11:29:29-07:00August 6th, 2024|News|Comments Off

WDV Athletics Sports Night for Incoming Students & Families – May 20th

Don’t miss the upcoming WDV Athletics Sports Night on May 20th for new incoming students and families to meet the coaches and learn about the WDV Athletics program!

WHAT: WDV Athletics Sports Night for incoming students and families

WHEN: Monday, May 20th | 6:00-8:00PM

WHERE: WDV Gym, Skybox (2nd floor), 201 N. Douglas St.

We will also share Summer Athletics Training & Development opportunities for high school student-athletes of all skill levels whether you’re looking to explore or are a seasoned athlete. Open to all new and returning students (9th-12th grade). Learn more and register at www.summerinwiseburn.org.

By Carla Levenson|2024-05-15T12:15:00-07:00May 15th, 2024|News|Comments Off