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One of Irvine Valley's top pitchers over the last two seasons, sophomore left-hander Jackson Chastain has committed to NCAA Division I HBCU program Alabama A&M. He went 4-4 with a complete game this past year.

Irvine Valley women's basketball player Alexis Price has committed to NCAA Division I Cal State Fullerton. Price, a sophomore wing player, was named first team all-Orange Empire Conference a selected second team all-state.

Irvine Valley, which was one of the first squads to start a program in the state in 2025, had another player commit to a four-year college. Sophomore wide receiver and defensive back Marisol Gongora is headed to Redlands.

Irvine Valley, which was one of the first squads to start a flag football program in the state in 2025, added another player commit or sign with a four-year school. Sophomore Allison Faggella is off to Westcliff University in Irvine.

Former Irvine Valley first baseman and current Chico State standout Jackson Snitko was recently named to the Eastern Conference roster for the 2026 Pospect League All-Star Game. Snitko plays for the Decatur Bean Ballers.

Irvine Valley sophomore baseball player Andres Hernandez is headed to NCAA Division II Biola University. The right-handed pitcher appeared in 27 games for the Lasers over two seasons and won three contests with a save in 2026.

Irvine Valley sophomore Nikki Korneff, who played both indoor and beach volleyball for the Lasers, has committed to NAIA Hope International University in Fullerton. Korneff spent two seasons with both indoor and beach for IVC.

Irvine Valley starting quarterback Akayla Chaple has committed to Azusa Pacific University to continue her flag football career. She helped IVC to an Orange Empire Conference co-championship and the OEC tourney title.

Former Irvine Valley star beach volleyball player Barett Nolan had quite a spring season for NCAA Division I St. Mary's. The 5-10 graduate student had a record of 20-5 this past season, starting on the fifth court for St. Mary's.

A standout on an off the court, Irvine Valley's Jonathan Hinkel is headed to Cal Lutheran to continue his athletic and academic journey, Hinkel, a captain, helped IVC to two straight state titles. He also earned awards for his leadership.

Jackson Snitko's consistency in the Chico State baseball lineup was matched by his work in the classroom. The former Irvine Valley standout and Wildcat first baseman was named to the CSC Academic All-District Team.

Irvine Valley freshman men's tennis player Philip Neuman was recently named the Intercollegiate Tennis Association 3C2A player of the year. Neuman helped lead IVC to a state title and won the men's singles title in Ojai.

The Lasers ended the year with ??? points with men's tennis winning a state title and women's basketball reaching the state tourney. The award is presented by the National Alliance of Two-Year Collegiate Athletic Administrators.

Former Irvine Valley standout Nick Madole had a solid season for Biola. The senior played in 39 games and started 24 contests for the Eagles, who finished with a record of 26-26. He batted .295 with 28 hits, 26 runs and 16 RBI.

Two-year Irvine Valley starter Nikki MacDonald has committed to NAIA Missouri Valley College. MacDonald played in 39 matches with 35 starts for the Lasers and ended her IVC career with 10 goals and 12 assists for 32 points.

Irvine Valley women's flag football player Crystal Cervantes has committed to the University of Redlands. She is the third player from the Lasers headed to the Bulldogs and fourth player overall headed to a four-year school.