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Boys Tennis
The Cate boys tennis team, thanks to the guidance of former coach Robert Bonning, is committed to teaching life lessons that will serve players long past their time at Cate.
At Cate, tennis is built on sportsmanship, teamwork, and a commitment to success. Players respect their opponents and the game, taking inspiration from pros like Federer and Nadal, who compete fiercely but remain humble. Teamwork means putting the team first, whether helping new players improve or stepping into different roles for the team’s benefit. Success is achieved through daily dedication, with every practice focused on improving both individually and as a team.
2023 Division 3 Team Champions
2024 All League MVPs:
- Doubles: Nate Newlove ’25 and Harry Su ’25
- Singles: Kakeru Hirofuji ’27
2024 All League Awards:
Second Team:
- Singles: Ethan Bloom ’24
Coaches
Varsity
Lance Kronberg
Head Coach
Robbert Abbott ’95
Assistant Coach
Junior Varsity
Colin Donovan
Head Coach
Carter Ford
Assistant Coach
Schedule
Varsity
| Day | Date | Opponent | Location | Time | Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu | 20-Feb | St. Bonaventure High School | Home | 3:30 PM | |
| Tue | 25-Feb | Newbury Park High School | Away | 3:00 PM | (W) 12 - 6 |
| Thu | 20-Mar | Thacher School | Away | 3:30 PM | (W) 14 - 4 |
| Wed | 26-Mar | Postponed: Dunn School | Home | 4:00 PM | |
| Thu | 27-Mar | Dunn School | Home | 3:30 PM | |
| Fri | 28-Mar | Camarillo High School | Away | 3:00 PM | |
| Thu | 3-Apr | Postponed: Bishop Diego High School | Home | 4:00 PM | |
| Tue | 8-Apr | Villanova Preparatory | Away | 3:30 PM | (W) 16 - 2 |
| Wed | 9-Apr | Bishop Diego High School | Home | 3:30 PM | (W) 18 - 0 |
| Thu | 10-Apr | Cancelled: Carpinteria High School | Away | 3:30 PM | |
| Mon | 14-Apr | Foothill Technology | Away | 3:30 PM | (W) 12 - 6 |
| Tue | 15-Apr | Cancelled: Foothill Technology | Away | 3:30 PM | (W) 12 - 6 |
| Thu | 17-Apr | Dos Pueblos High School | Home | 3:30 PM | (W) 14 - 4 |
| Fri | 18-Apr | Laguna Blanca School | Home | 3:30 PM | |
| Tue | 22-Apr | Ventura High School | Away | 3:00 PM | |
| Mon | 28-Apr | Tri Valley League Finals | Home | 1:00 PM | |
| Wed | 30-Apr | Tri Valley League Finals | Home | 3:00 PM |
Junior Varsity
| Day | Date | Opponent | Location | Time | Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat | 22-Feb | Thacher School | Home | 2:30 PM | (W) 10 - 8 |
| Tue | 25-Feb | Cancelled: Newbury Park High School | Away | 3:00 PM | |
| Tue | 25-Mar | Thacher School | Away | 3:30 PM | |
| Tue | 8-Apr | Santa Barbara High School | Home | 4:00 PM | |
| Sat | 12-Apr | Thacher School | Home | 2:00 PM | |
| Wed | 30-Apr | Santa Barbara High School | Away | 3:00 PM |
Boys Tennis Match Recaps
March 28, 2025
Rams’ Depth Shines in 12-6 Victory
Doubles Sweep Secures Cate’s Third League Win Over Dunn The boys tennis team attained its third league win over Dunn 12-6. The Rams singles lineup, composed of Kakeru Hirofuji ‘27, Harry Su ‘25, and James He ‘27, had a serious wrestle with the Earwigs’ substantial opponents. Ultimately, three essential games were won, with Hirofuji ‘27 …
May 1, 2024
Tough Loss, Bright Future: Cate Tennis Reflects on CIF Opener
Honoring the Legacy of Senior Players The Rams went out in today’s first round of CIF Division 1 playoffs. The Marina High School Vikings won the match 13-5 at their courts in Huntington Beach. The Rams can walk away from this match proudly. They came ready to play and fought to the last point with …
April 25, 2024
Victory for Cate Boys Tennis: Singles and Doubles Domination
Consistency and Talent Prevail in Singles and Doubles Finals Today, the Rams won the Tri-Valley League individuals in both singles and doubles. Kakeru Hirofuji ’27 represented Cate in the singles division. In the semifinals, he beat Gordon Huckestein from Foothill Tech 6-3, 5-7 (10-6). In the other semifinal, Drew of St. Bonaventure 6-3, 3-6 (10-8). …