Redondo reunions set for Saturday
Flocks of Sea Hawks will converge on the Redondo Union High School campus Saturday when current and former student-athletes take part in two separate events — the Striff/Seifert Memorial Track Meet and the 7th Annual Alumni Baseball Game. After winning the home run derby, Daniel Sanchez (class of '91) helped the Alumni win the 2009 game with a walk-off, bases-loaded double. Photo by Leah Shoemaker Also dubbed “The Race of the Century,” the track meet honors former coaches Russ Striff and Mel Seifert for their contributions to Redondo athletics. The brainchild of Jim Vetrovec (Class of 1962), the event is attracting alumni from six decades including Dr. Russell Striff (’57), Mel’s oldest son, who is bringing his family from Pennsylvania. Also honored will be Redondo’s 1946 State Champion track team. Festivities begin with a pancake breakfast from 9-11 a.m. After registration and a group warm-up, the opening ceremony begins at noon featuring international opera star Carol Neblett (’64) singing the National Anthem. Competition begins at 12:15 p.m. with the cross country run/walk where former students can view the many changes made to the campus they once roamed as teenagers. After…
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