Lakewood High School’s Spud O’Neil Moves Up to Second-Highest Coach Wins in California
Longtime Lakewood head baseball coach Walter "Spud" O'Neil secured a milestone victory, claiming career win No. 947 and becoming the second-winningest high school baseball coach in California's history with the Lancers' 9-0 triumph over Cabrillo.
The Big PictureO'Neil's accomplishment highlights his 45-year coaching career and reflects the evolving nature of coaching styles in a post-pandemic era.
By the Numbers- O'Neil secured his 947th career win with the victory over Cabrillo.
- Coach John Stevenson of El Segundo remains the top coach in California history with 1,059 wins.
- O'Neil praised his coaching staff and team for their contributions to the historic win.
- Junior pitcher Aiden DeStouet played a crucial role in the victory, pitching a shutout with 6 scoreless innings.
- Lakewood's upcoming games include a matchup against Compton and crosstown rivals Mayfair.
Lakewood will face Compton followed by a game against Mayfair in the upcoming schedule, aiming to build on the recent milestone win.
Bottom LineWalter "Spud" O'Neil's achievement signifies a long-standing legacy in high school baseball coaching, emphasizing resilience and adaptability in changing times.
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