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History of Excellence
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La Jolla Country Day School (LJCDS) has a rich tradition of athletic excellence on the field, court and in the pool. State-of-the-art facilities combined with a passionate and dedicated coaching staff and student participation rates that are among California’s highest have led the Torreys to
unparalleled success over the last decade
.
The athletic department proudly competes in the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF), San Diego Section. For most sports, LJCDS competes in the Coastal League of the Coastal Conference.
Torrey Athletics by the Numbers
La Jolla Country Day School won its first athletic championship in
1966
.
Today,
331
championship banners hang in Smith Gymnasium
.
214
League Championships
94
CIF Championships
15
Southern Regional Championships
8
California State Championships
2024-25 Championship Teams:
Women's Tennis Division I CIF Champions
Field Hockey Eastern League Champions
Women's Beach Volleyball Coastal League Champions
Baseball Coastal League Champions
2024-2025 Open Division Qualifiers
Women’s Basketball
Men's Basketball
57
LJCDS graduates are currently competing at colleges and universities in 2025-26.
8
graduates are competing professionally:
Anthony Paolucci ’11 (PGA Tour – Latinoamerica)
Tommy Edman ’13 (MLB – Los Angeles Dodgers)
Kelsey Plum ’13 (WNBA – Los Angeles Sparks)
Alfonso Rivas ’15 (Mexican Baseball League - Algodoneros de Union Laguna)
Te-Hina Paopao ’20 (WNBA – Atlanta Dream)
Aidan Risse '20 (Frontier League Baseball - Oakland Ballers)
Samantha Francis '21 (Japanese Professional Volleyball - Osaka Marvelous)
Jake Bold '22 (San Diego Padres minor league system)
La Jolla Country Day School
9490 Genesee Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-453-3440
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Meet Our Community
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Student Ambassador Board Members
Alumni Stories
Informational Events and Tours
International Applicants
Meet the Team
Academics
arrow
Early Childhood Center
arrow
A Distinct Approach
Curriculum
Environment
Sample Schedule
Lower School
arrow
Kindergarten
arrow
A Distinct Approach
Curriculum
Grades 1-4
arrow
A Distinct Approach
Curriculum
Extended Day Option
Middle School
arrow
A Distinct Approach
Curriculum
Upper School
arrow
Curriculum
Advanced Studies
Experiential Education
College Counseling
arrow
3-Year College Matriculation
College Rep Resources
College Trips
FAQs
Service-Learning
Library
Learning Resource Center
Citizenship
arrow
Programs & Annual Events
Speaker Series
Design and Innovation
arrow
Curriculum
Torrey Explorers Fund
Arts
arrow
Performing Arts
Visual Arts
Arts Hall of Fame
arrow
Nominations
Athletics
arrow
Meet the Coaches
Teams
Weekly Home Games
History of Excellence
arrow
Torreys at the Next Level
Hall of Fame
arrow
Inductees
Nominations
Athletics Handbook
Shop Torrey
arrow
Middle School PE Uniforms
Community
arrow
Wellness
arrow
FAQs
Clubs & Organizations
Advisory and Peer Leader
After-School Programs
Lunch
Transportation
All School Calendar
Parent Engagement
arrow
Volunteer Interest Form
Grandparents
Family Handbook
Giving
arrow
Make a Gift
Ways to Give
arrow
Planned Giving
Funding Priorities
arrow
The Hub for Human Impact
Country Day Fund
Financial Assistance
Blue Bash
arrow
Sponsorships
Name a Theater Seat
Your Gifts in Action
Recognition and Giving Societies
Centennial Campaign
Portal
Alumni
arrow
Events
arrow
Alumni Weekend
Reunions
Regional Events
Update Your Info
Class Notes
Alumni Giving
Alumni Awards
Alumni Business Directory
Summer
Calendar
News
Shop Torrey
X
This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. By continuing to use this website, you consent to our use of these cookies.
History of Excellence
1
/
3
La Jolla Country Day School (LJCDS) has a rich tradition of athletic excellence on the field, court and in the pool. State-of-the-art facilities combined with a passionate and dedicated coaching staff and student participation rates that are among California’s highest have led the Torreys to
unparalleled success over the last decade
.
The athletic department proudly competes in the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF), San Diego Section. For most sports, LJCDS competes in the Coastal League of the Coastal Conference.
Torrey Athletics by the Numbers
La Jolla Country Day School won its first athletic championship in
1966
.
Today,
331
championship banners hang in Smith Gymnasium
.
214
League Championships
94
CIF Championships
15
Southern Regional Championships
8
California State Championships
2024-25 Championship Teams:
Women's Tennis Division I CIF Champions
Field Hockey Eastern League Champions
Women's Beach Volleyball Coastal League Champions
Baseball Coastal League Champions
2024-2025 Open Division Qualifiers
Women’s Basketball
Men's Basketball
57
LJCDS graduates are currently competing at colleges and universities in 2025-26.
8
graduates are competing professionally:
Anthony Paolucci ’11 (PGA Tour – Latinoamerica)
Tommy Edman ’13 (MLB – Los Angeles Dodgers)
Kelsey Plum ’13 (WNBA – Los Angeles Sparks)
Alfonso Rivas ’15 (Mexican Baseball League - Algodoneros de Union Laguna)
Te-Hina Paopao ’20 (WNBA – Atlanta Dream)
Aidan Risse '20 (Frontier League Baseball - Oakland Ballers)
Samantha Francis '21 (Japanese Professional Volleyball - Osaka Marvelous)
Jake Bold '22 (San Diego Padres minor league system)
La Jolla Country Day School
9490 Genesee Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-453-3440
© 2026 La Jolla Country Day School
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Country Day Connection Newsletter
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