Three incredible champions for athletics within the Woodlake Unified School District have been chosen as the 2025 Coaches of the Year. Their collective outstanding coaching skills and commitment to growing the sports programs within the district are being recognized. “Their passion, dedication, and positive influence on our students make them a true inspiration to us all,” said José Palomo, athletic director for WUSD. “On behalf of the entire Tiger Nation, I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to all of our coaches,” he added. Here are the talented 2025 Coaches of the Year. 

Many will say the gap between art and science is wide—uncrossable even. But every now and again an exceptional talent is able to merge the great divide. That’s where industrial designer and artist for more than 50 years, Hari Matsuda, steps in.