Boys’ tennis: Vikings are still flexing those Foothill League muscles

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Four matches into the Foothill League schedule and Valencia already looks like a lock to win its third consecutive title and fifth since 2002. After surviving a stern test against West Ranch in their league opener, the Vikings have demolished Hart, Saugus and Canyon by a combined score of 49-5.

Not surprisingly, No. 1 singles player Jack Zapala has led the way, winning all 12 of his sets, half of those at love. The biggest hurdle left to clear could be Thursday’s rematch against surprising West Ranch, although this time it will be on Valencia’s home courts.

Looking ahead to the playoffs, the question will be whether Coach Annie Kellogg’s squad is deep enough to challenge San Marino or Diamond Bar, the two top-ranked teams in Division II. Depending on where they’re seeded, the fourth-ranked Vikings will likely have to slay one, if not both, of those giants on their way to the CIF championship.

-- Steve Galluzzo

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