REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Recognition of Santa Clara High School Student Athletes
Report
BACKGROUND
Santa Clara High School is part of the Santa Clara Unified School District, located at 3000 Benton Street. The Santa Clara High School Athletics program offers sports throughout the year, giving students the opportunity to hone their athletic abilities in a collaborative environment.
The Santa Clara High School Girls’ Varsity Basketball team had a strong 2023-24 season. Coached to victory by Coach DeeDee Kiyota and Assistant Coaches John Smith, Mickie Ferrer, and Mark Azul, the team of thirteen girls won their division title in February 2024. Two of the athletes scored their 1,000th career points during this season.
Additionally, Angelinah Sky De Leon made Santa Clara High School history this season with Coach Nicholas Garcia when she placed 1st in Wrestling in the CCS Division and 2nd at the State Meet.
DISCUSSION
During the May 28, 2024 City Council meeting, the City Council is honored to recognize the athletic achievements of the Santa Clara High School Bruins in basketball and wrestling.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This is an informative report only and no action is being taken by the City Council and no environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") is required.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact to the City other than staff time.
PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the Council agenda on the City’s official-notice bulletin board outside City Hall Council Chambers. A complete agenda packet is available on the City’s website and in the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to a Regular Meeting and 24 hours prior to a Special Meeting. A hard copy of any agenda report may be requested by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (408) 615-2220, email clerk@santaclaraca.gov <mailto:clerk@santaclaraca.gov> or at the public information desk at any City of Santa Clara public library.
Staff
Reviewed by: Fiona Kirby, Management Analyst, City Manager’s Office
Approved by: Jovan D. Grogan, City Manager