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After three decades of influencing high school basketball in Oak Ridge, Coach Steve White retires from teaching but remains involved in the sport as an assistant coach. His legacy includes a record 700 career wins and multiple championship titles. As the community honors his contributions, the transition of leadership continues with new athletic director Eric Cavaliere and the promotion of Briana Dulgar to head coach. The local basketball scene witnesses exciting developments with players making noteworthy commitments and transfers.

Legendary Coach Steve White Says Goodbye to Teaching, But Not to Basketball

In a bittersweet twist, the city of Oak Ridge is gearing up to say farewell to a legendary figure in high school sports. After an impressive 30 seasons, Coach Steve White has officially retired from his roles as a math teacher and athletic director at Oak Ridge High School. While he may be hanging up his teaching hat, he isn’t leaving the basketball court just yet!

A Milestone Achieved

This past academic year has been nothing short of spectacular for Coach White, as he celebrated a monumental achievement: his 700th career win! Recognized as the winningest basketball coach in the history of the CIF Sac-Joaquin Section, his remarkable coaching career includes leading the Trojans girls’ basketball team to a prestigious CIF State Division I championship in 2010 and securing several section banners across the years—in 2003, 2009, 2010, and 2022.

Under his guidance, Oak Ridge produced an astonishing total of 26 playoff teams, a testament to his commitment to excellence in the sport and mentorship of young athletes. To celebrate this incredible milestone, a festive gathering was organized, where former players reunited to honor Coach White with cake, balloons, and plenty of shared stories about their time under his leadership.

Passing the Torch

Although Coach White is stepping back from the head coach position, he will remain a vital part of the basketball program as he takes on the role of assistant coach to new head coach Briana Dulgar. Briana is not only a former player of his from the 2010s, but she also recently coached junior varsity. With her background and coaching experience, she has big shoes to fill, but White’s ongoing involvement will undoubtedly provide her a strong support system.

Welcome to the New Athletic Director

The transition at Oak Ridge High continues with the appointment of Eric Cavaliere as the new athletic director. Cavaliere, who previously spent 14 seasons coaching the football program, is excited to lead athletics at the school and is looking forward to receiving guidance from Coach White during this pivotal transition. The school community is thrilled to have someone with Cavaliere’s experience stepping into this significant role.

Tribute to a Coaching Legend

John Huffman. A distinguished basketball coach and administrator, Huffman unexpectedly passed away at age 72. He will be honored at a celebration of life held at Arcade Church in Sacramento, where friends and family will come together to remember his impactful contributions to the sport.

Exciting Developments in Local Basketball

The local basketball scene continues to buzz with exciting news. Mark Lavrenov from Rocklin, who brought recognition to himself as the Sacramento Bee Player of the Year, has also earned a spot on the Cal-Hi Sports All-State Teams as a second-team member. He has committed to playing at Sacramento State, ensuring his talents will continue to shine on the court at the collegiate level.

Meanwhile, freshman varsity player Devaughn Dorrough is making waves with his decision to transfer from Monterey Trail to Coronado High in Nevada after an impressive season with the co-Delta League champions. This move reflects the growing trend of players seeking new challenges and environments to develop their skills.

Looking ahead, both Siincere Hudson from Inderkum and Aeron Wallace from Natomas—two of the top sophomores in Sacramento—are set to join the well-regarded powerhouse Modesto Christian for the upcoming winter season. These young athletes are part of a broader focus on recognizing local coaches who have made a substantial impact on their teams and players over the years.

The landscape of high school basketball in Oak Ridge is undeniably shifting, but with legendary figures like Coach Steve White still contributing in their own unique ways, the future looks bright for aspiring players and coaches alike!

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