This spring season, Milken’s athletic teams showed great determination and team spirit across a variety of sports. From impressive victories to moments of growth, each team brought something special to the school’s athletic life. Milken’s spring sports teams include: Baseball, Girls Beach Volleyball, Boys Golf, Co-ed Swim, Boys Tennis, Co-Ed Track and Field, Junior Varsity and Varsity Boys Volleyball.
Most teams finished with strong records fighting through rough seasons, doing so through the leadership of their resilient captains. Whether it be overcoming injuries, facing tough opponents, or celebrating big victories, Milken athletes made the most of the spring and are already looking ahead to future success.
The Milken Baseball team, led by Benji F. (‘25), finished their season in second place in their league (after Oakwood) . With a young roster, the team made great progress, with the highlight of their season being a 12–2 home win over their rival De Toledo with Benji hitting a home run. Freshman Aidan P. had a strong pitching performance against YULA. Jordan B., the team’s starting right fielder, faced an injury during the season, and Shahn A. had to step up and fill the gap. The team really bonded during a pre-season trip to Palm Springs which set the tone for a focused and motivated season.
The Girls Beach Volleyball team finished their season 2-7. Freshmen made up nearly the entire team , so they focused on development throughout the season. Captains Kiley C. (‘26) and Natalie S. (‘26) played key leadership roles, helping guide newer players and maintain team energy during matches. One of the season’s most memorable moments was during a third set when Cohen and Subero were head to head with another team and secured the victory after a six point rally. Despite early challenges, the team remained motivated and supportive, creating a positive environment that helped all players improve throughout the season. No seniors are graduating from the team, so they are looking forward to an amazing season next year.
The Boys Golf team had a very successful season, finishing 9-2. Captain Max M. (‘28) led the team through major wins, including a big victory over Campbell Hall and a dominant performance against De Toledo. Injuries caused a consistent hurdle throughout the season, but the team’s determination helped them push forward. Although they fell short of winning their league, the players remained motivated by their high expectations and strong team culture. Looking ahead, the team faces uncertainty as many players graduate, but there’s hope for new talent to continue the program’s success.
The Milken Co-ed Swim team finished the regular season with both the boys and girls teams posting 2-1 records. The boys team captains were Max M. (‘25) and Noah K. (‘25), while the girls team was led by Samara S. (‘25) and Lia B. (‘25). Under the leadership of Coach Arredondo, the team achieved a milestone when Meyer C. (‘25) qualified CIF in the 50 Freestyle and 100 Freestyle events, making it the first CIF qualifier during Arredondo’s time at Milken. The team faced challenges when several swimmers went to Israel for the 10th grade Tiferet Trip. Despite a limited number of meets, they practiced efficiently with the team’s reaching nearly 6,000 yards in a single workout. The swim program has expanded from six to over 20 athletes in recent years, with returning swimmers aiming to continue the program’s development next season.
The Milken Boys Tennis team finished the regular season with an 8-4 record and qualified for the playoffs. Led by captain Cooper L. (‘25), the team faced strong competition throughout the season, with challenging matches against Buckley, Flintridge, and Oakwood. One of the season’s highlights was the close loss against Oakwood, where all players pushed themselves and played their best. The team bonded greatly when attending the Indian Wells tournament together.
The Milken Track and Field team had a great season under the guidance of captains, Brandon O. (‘26), Ashley O. (‘25), and Alexa K. (‘26). The team placed well in the league pre-elimination and finals. Coach Crane led the team through difficult practices, going from 3pm to 7pm every Tuesday and Thursday. The team bonded greatly at their Laser Tag event in March. Despite many injuries throughout the season, all players worked together and filled the relay spots of players who were not able to participate.
The JV Boys Volleyball team finished with a 5-10 record. Captains Jonah S. (‘26) and Eli S. (‘26) helped guide the team through a season full of learning experiences and improvement. Their leadership played an important role as the younger players developed and prepared to eventually step into varsity roles.
Varsity Boys Volleyball finished with a 4-13 record under the leadership of captains Ezri E. (‘25) and Tomer Z. (‘26). Though the record was not what they hoped for, the team showed tremendous heart, competing hard against tough opponents and building a strong foundation for the future. Their greatest game happened against Buckley where the team defeated their opponents, 3-1. With many graduating seniors, Captain Tomer Z. hopes to get current and incoming freshmen to commit to club volleyball year round and join Milken’s team next year.
Milken’s 2025 spring sports teams demonstrated dedication, resilience, and growth across all programs this season. All athletes worked hard to represent the school with pride. As the year comes to a close, teams are already looking ahead to building on this season’s progress and continuing to strengthen Milken athletics.