Looking Back, He Had It Right Looking Ahead

Perhaps columnist Eric Sondheimer should join the Psychic Network after many of his predictions came true in 1998.

Among the correct predictions:

John Elway will lead the Denver Broncos to a Super Bowl victory over the Green Bay Packers, then make a triumphant return to his alma mater, Granada Hills High, to offer a pep talk.

Westlake golfer J.T. Kohut will make a hole in one.

El Camino Real first baseman Woody Cliffords will hit three home runs in one game.

Alemany will earn its first football playoff berth in the 1990s.

Former Taft High and Moorpark College outfielder Gabe Kapler, a 57th-round draft pick of the Detroit Tigers, will fulfill his longshot dream and reach the majors in September.

Former College of the Canyons assistant Chuck Lyons will be the choice to resurrect the Cougars’ football program.

Hart quarterback Kyle Boller will pass for more than 400 yards in a Foothill League game.

Chaminade, behind pitcher Maureen LeCocq, will end Alemany’s domination in Mission League softball.

Reseda will win the City boys’ soccer title and Chatsworth will take the 4-A girls’ title.

Loyola Marymount freshman pitchers Mike Schultz and Brian Felten will surprise everyone by becoming impact players.