What a difference a year makes! Dan Montanez, who won three matches at last year's Cupertino Memorial Tournament before losing in the 152-pound championship bout, left no doubts in this year's event.

The Monta Vista junior, who moved up a weight class this year, pinned all four of his opponents to capture the 160-pound title at Cupertino. His efforts earned him the Outstanding Wrestler honor in the upper weights.

Taylor Oberhelman, another Monta Vista junior, placed fifth in the 171-pound division, one place behind Homestead senior Mark Zosky. Ittai Barzilay, a Homestead senior, took third at 145. Nykolis Ramirez-Baker of the host Pioneers placed fourth in the 189-pound bracket.

Saratoga coaches

Saratoga High School is looking for track and softball coaches for the upcoming spring season. For more information, contact athletic director Rick Ellis at 408.867.3411, ext. 340 or email richard.ellis@saratogahigh.org.

De Anza soccer

The De Anza Youth Soccer League will tryouts for all of its Class 1 and Class 3 under 13 and younger teams on Jan. 24 and 25 at Collins Elementary School in Cupertino. Players should attend both days of the tryouts if possible.

The league is open to boys and girls ages 7­13 (born after July 31, 1990). Players should have some experience playing soccer, either at the recreation or competitive level. Team play will include practices, scrimmages, league play and tournament play.

For more information, visit www.deanzayouthsoccer.org.

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