A pair of Santa Cruzans, Jay Thomson and Mari Friedman, secured victories at the Surfer’s Path Half Marathon, with Thomson finishing first out of 998 participants in 1:11:03, marking his second top-three finish in three years.

By the Numbers
  • Thomson placed second in 2022 with a time of 1:11:22
  • Top female finisher, Friedman, completed the race in 1:19:31 and came in eighth overall
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State of Play
  • UC Santa Cruz's men's tennis team achieved a 7-2 victory at Schreiner, with multiple players securing wins in singles and doubles matches
  • The women's tennis team also excelled, obtaining a 9-0 triumph at Schreiner, demonstrating a dominant performance
  • UCSC men's volleyball team concluded its regular season with a 3-1 win at UC Merced, led by Riley Norman's impressive 19 kills and two blocks
What's Next

UC Santa Cruz teams have home matches scheduled to celebrate senior day, with the men's tennis team facing William Jessup and the women's tennis team competing against the same opponent at Harbor High on Saturday.

Bottom Line

Santa Cruz locals shine in sports events, with impressive wins at the Surfer’s Path Half Marathon and strong performances by UC Santa Cruz's tennis and volleyball teams, showcasing the community's athletic prowess and competitive spirit.