Sea View League Champions! 
Kevin Irwin and Ryan Oriza to CIF
Irwin named Sea View League Co-MVP!

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA,  June ---  At an annual awards banquet, Coach Westling honored the 2005 golf team by recognizing players who excelled on the golf course and who excelled in the classroom.  Kevin Irwin was named as winner of the Kings Point Cup trophy as the team's MVP.  Kevin, Ryan Oriza, and Kellen Tyler were named to the Sea View League 1st team, and Andrew Mahnke was named all-league second team.  Ryan Oriza also earned the award as the Most Improved Varsity Player.  Eric Irwin was named Rookie of the Year on Varsity.

Scholar athletes maintain a grade point of 3.8 or better, and Andrew Mahnke, Kevin Irwin, Conor Moore and Kellen Tyler all earned the award.

Neil Anderson was named Outstanding JV Golfer for 2005, and Brandon Gorman was awarded the Coaches Award.  [See Awards]

CHINO, CA, May 10 ---  The Wolverines tied for third in the CIF south coast divisional tournament at El Prado Creek GC. Unfortunately, only the top two teams advance -- Aliso was a mere three strokes off the pace. As small consolation, the team beat out Foothill by one stoke and Dana Hills by two strokes!  The top teams finished as follows:  [Team Photo]

1.  Villa Park - 366
2.  St. Margaret's - 370
3t.  Aliso Niguel - 373
3t.  Brentwood - 373
5.  Foothill - 374
6.  Dana Hills - 375
7.  Corona Del Mar - 378
8t.  San Clemente - 381
8t.  Tesoro - 381

Congratulations, Wolverines and Coach Westling, on a record-breaking season!  A season that saw the Wolverines win 19 consecutive matches - the only team in Orange County history to accomplish that feat!

OCEANSIDE, CA, May 3 ---  Kevin Irwin and Ryan Oriza each finished in the top five at League Finals at San Luis Rey and advanced to CIF individuals.  Kevin missed medallist honors by only two strokes.  The top five finishers were:

     1.  Andrew Gunson (Foothill) - 73-72-145
     2.  Davis Pemstein (Newport Harbor) - 75-71-146
     3.  Kevin Irwin (Aliso Niguel) - 76-71-147
     4.  Doug Fortner (Foothill) - 76-73-149
     5.  Ryan Oriza (Aliso Niguel) - 74-76-150

All six Wolverines qualified for the second 18 holes (only 18 golfers advanced).  The other ANHS sores were: Kellen Tyler - 153,  Eric Irwin 158, Andrew Mahnke - 159, and Shane Lyznicki - 160.  

Kevin Irwin was named 'Co-MVP of the Sea View League."  Congratulations, Kevin!

See Orange County Register Story May 5, 2005.

LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA, April 28 ---  Ryan Oriza fired a 2-under-par 34 for medallist honors, and the Wolverines clinched the Sea View League title as they defeated Laguna Hills 185 - 212.  The 185 total was the lowest of the year for Aliso and a school record on their home course, El Niguel Country Club!  The team advances to League Finals, that begin next Tuesday.

IRVINE, CA, April 26 ---  Kevin Irwin, Andrew Mahnke and Kellen Tyler each shot par 36's at Oak Creek to lead the Wolverines to their 20th win of the season, defeating Irvine High School 184-223. If they defeat Laguna Hills Thursday, they win the Sea View League outright!

TUSTIN, CA, April 21 ---  Foothill's home course proved to be too difficult for the Wolverines as the varsity lost their first match of the year, 195-186. Kellen Tyler was co-medallist with a one-under par 35. Aliso still holds the lead in the Sea View League, and only needs to defeat Irvine and Laguna Hills to win the league title!

NEWPORT BEACH, CA, April 19 ---  Spring break failed to stop the ANHS Boys Varsity momentum as they defeated Newport Beach at Big Canyon CC 197-204 and extended their unbelievable season record  to 19-0!  Shane Lyznicki -- a sophomore making his fourth appearance on varsity this season -- was medallist with a par 36.  Kevin Irwin recorded a 37.  NH's loss narrows the battle for Sea View League title to two teams - Aliso and Foothill.

LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA, April 7 ---  Drawing strength from Kevin Irwin's one-under par 35 (medallist), the boys easily defeated Trabuco Hills 192-233 at El Niguel CC to extend their incredible season record to 18-0..

LAGUNA NIGUEL CA, April 6 ---  In a crucial Sea-View League showdown, the Wolverines narrowly defeated rival Foothill High School 201-204 to solidify first place and also extend their season record to 17 - 0!  Scores ballooned with windy conditions on the El Niguel course.  Freshman Eric Irwin  and Ryan Oriza were low scorers for Aliso Niguel with a pair of 39's, followed by Kevin Irwin at 40, Andrew Mahnke with a 41 and Kellen Tyler came in with 42 (see OCR story).

PALOS VERDES, CA, April 5 ---  The Wolverines defeated Penninsula for the second time in two weeks -- this match played at Palos Verdes Golf Club.  Total score for 5 low golfers was 190-196.  Sophomore Tom Richeson was co-medallist with a one-under-par 35 - his best of the season.

LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA, March 31 ---  Back at home at El Niguel, the varsity had little trouble with Irvine, winning their 5th league match and 15th overall - 209-259.  Kevin Irwin was medallist with 38.

IRVINE, CA, March 29 ---  The ANHS varsity added another notch to their competitive season, defeating Woodbridge 190-200 at Rancho San Joaquin.  Ryan Oriza and sophomore Tom Richeson earned co-medallist honors with a pair of 37's. Seniors Kevin Irwin and Kellen Tyler were close behind with 38's.  According to Coach Westling, this is the first time ANHS has ever beaten Woodbridge at Rancho San Joaquin!  The Wolverines are now 14-0 on the year!

SAN CLEMENTE, CA, March 28 ---  The winds and scores soared on the Pacifica course on a blustery day.  When it was over, ANHS came away with a narrow four-stroke win - 219-223 over San Clemente High School.  Kellen Tyler was medallist with a 39.  The Wolverines remain undefeated on the season, with a perfect record of 13-0.

LAGUNA WOODS, CA, March 24 ---  Another squeaker - but another win!  The varsity defeated Laguna Hills 186-189, to extend their league record to 3-0.  Andrew Mahnke fired a 2-under par 34 for medallist honors, Kevin Irwin shot 36 and Ryan Oriza shot 38.

LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA, March 23 ---  The Wolverines took advantage of their home course and defeated Peninsula High School 200-221 in a non-league match. Andrew Mahnke was low scorer with 39; Kevin Irwin, Conor Moore, and Kellen Tyler each shot 40.

LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA, March 22 ---  Make it ten and counting!  Kevin Irwin (37) and Andrew Mahnke (37) led the varsity to a 193-208 win at El Niguel CC (see photo left) over Newport Harbor on a cold and wet day.  Ryan Oriza shot 38.

LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA, March 17 ---  WHEW!!   The varsity opened Sea View League play by dodging a major bullet, defeating the Woodbridge warriors 204-205!  Kevin Irwin led the team with a 38, while Andrew Mahnke shot 39.

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA, March 10 ---  The Varsity made it 8 straight victories with a good outing at Dove Canyon Country Club!  Sophomore Tom Richeson led the Wolverines with a one-over 37, and the team defeated Trabuco Hills High School 195-206.  Kevin Irwin, Ryan Oriza and Kellen Tyler each shot 39.

LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA, March 8 ---  In a super-tight three-way match, the Wolverines emerged with two victories in pre-league play Tuesday.  They defeated both Corona del Mar and San Clemente by identical scores of 202-204.  Kevin Irwin paced ANHS on El Niguel with a 38. Andrew Mahnke shot 39 and Kellen Tyler recorded a 41.

ALISO VIEJO, CA, March 7 ---  The Wolverines made it 5 - 0 on the young season as they defeated Laguna Beach on the Aliso VIejo golf course.  Andrew Mahnke fired a 3-under par 33 to lead the team. Kellen Tyler was also under par with a 35, and Conor Moore fired a 37.

LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA, March 4 --- Kevin Irwin and Ryan Oriza each fired 37's at El NIguel Country Club to lead the varsity to their third straight win. Andrew Mahnke and Tom Richeson were right behind with a pari of 38's.

NEWPORT BEACH, CA, March 3 --- Kevin Irwin led the Wolverines past Corona del Mar at the Newport Beach Country Club.  Kevin fired a 34 for medallist honors. Kellen Tyler was 2nd low for the Wolverines with a 37.

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA, March 2 --- In their first stroke play match of the year, the Wolverines easily defeated Capistrano Valley 188-216 on the Marbella CC course. Kevin Irwin led the Wolverines with a one-over-par 36 - a round that included 4 birdies.  Ryan Oriza and freshman Eric Irwin each fired 37's, and Andrew Mahnke shot 38. 

IRVINE, CA, March 1 --- Aliso Niguel entered two teams in a season-opening best-ball tournament at Strawberry Farms. Competing against Northwood, El Toro, Corona del Mar and Laguna Hills, they finished first (Ryan Oriza, Eric Irwin, Tom Richeson) and third (Andrew Mahnke, Kellen Tyler, Kevin Irwin). Way to start the season, Wolverines!

Andrew Mahnke	Ryan Oriza	Kellen Tyler

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Other News

JV defeats Beckman - - April 26 - Conor Moore led the JV to an easy victory at Tustin Ranch, defeating Beckman 206-262.  Moore shot a fine 38.

JV falls to Foothill - - April 19 - Despite a scintillating 36 by Johnny Clary, the JV lost to Foothill at Riverview, 189-177.  On April 7th the JV's lost to Foothill at home by a score of 195-226.  Kevin Athaide and Chris Bridge were low scorers for Aliso with a pair of 39's.

JV Doubles up on San Clemente - - Shane Lyznicki' 38 was good enough to earn medallist honors on the Creek course at Aliso Viejo, and the Junior Varsity defeated San Clemente 208-211.

JV bests San Clemente - - Andrew Lowes and Shane Lyznicki were co-medallists with a pair of 41's to lead ANHS JV to a 215-240 win at San Clemente Municipal on March 29th.

JV loses first league match  - Andrew Lowes once again led the Wolverines with a 43, but Newport Harbor got the better of the match played at the Costa Mesa GC, 201-215.  Matt Heath and Kevin Yu each recorded 45's.

Andrew Lowes ties school record!   Freshman Andrew Lowes birdied 6 of the 9 holes on Aliso Viejo's Ridge course and shot a school record 31!  The JV team easily defeated Laguna Beach 189-240. Shane Lyznicki was second low with  a 36.

JV Defeats San Clemente - In a non-league match, the JV defeated San Clemente 204-251. Both teams played without sophomores, who were taking the HS Exit Exam.  Aliso's freshman Eric Irwin filled in and earned medallist honors with  37 at San Clemente Municipal.

JV Defeats Capo Valley - Matt Heath and Shane Lyznicki earned medallist honors at the Aliso Viejo Golf Club with a pair of 38's, and the Junior Varsity easily defeated Capo Valley 202-259.  The Wolverine JV's are now 3-1 on the season.

JV Loses to CdM -- CdM turned the tables on the Wolverines, defeating ANHS 202-209 at the Costa Mesa GC.  Conor Moore and Neil Anderson each shot 38's. Matt Heath was 3rd low for Aliso with a 42.

JV Defeats CdM -- Neil Anderson paced the Junior Varsity with a 39 and they narrowly defeated Corona del Mar 206-211 at Aliso Viejo GC March 4th.  Kevin Yu shot 40 and Kevin Athaide 41 for the Wolverines.

JV Wins at San Juan Hills -- Led by medallist Andrew Lowes 40, the JV defeated Capistrano Valley in an early-season match 207-262.  Neil Anderson, Matt Heath and Shane Lyznicki each shot 41.

Orange County Register Article dated May 5, 2005
Orange County Register Article dated April 7, 2005
Orange County Register Article dated March 28, 2005
Orange County Register Article dated February 22, 2005.

Aliso to join South Coast League beginning fall of 2006.