Jahvid Best
Junior/Football
Cal football’s explosive running back Jahvid Best will return to the gridiron his junior year as one of the top contenders for the 2009 Heisman Trophy. Last year, the All-American was the conference’s leading rusher, boasting a Cal-record-breaking 8.1 yards per carry.
Pia Halbig
Junior/Golf
In the 2008-09 season, Pia Halbig earned first team All-Pac-10 and second team Pac-10 All-Academic honors and led Cal’s team with a 71.7 average in the fall. This past June, she won the Slovenian International Ladies Amateur Championship, shooting 2 under par – and hopes to bring that momentum back to Cal this fall.
Spencer Warden
Senior/Water Polo
With exceptional talent and an even more exceptional work ethic, Spencer Warden has been a key to Cal’s water polo success since his freshman year in 2006. Now a team captain, the All-American senior will return for his final season with the Bears in 2009.
Hana Cutura
Senior/Volleyball
During her time at Cal, Hana Cutura has proven to be one of th college volleyball’s most dangerous offensive players. The dominant statistical leader is sure to post some impressive numbers in her upcoming final season.
Natalie Nurnberg
Junior/Field Hockey
In 2009, Natalie Nurnberg was teh second leading scorer behind senior MVP Ashley Glosz. As a junior this fall, Natalie will help lead the Bears as they attempt to improve upon their 13-5 record from last season.
Colin Hawley
Senior/Rugby
This summer, senior fullback/center Colin Hawley (son of Cal rugby legend Loren Hawley ’65), was named a USA Rugby All-American for the third time in his collegiate career. A week later, he made his first full appearance on the international stage with the US national team.
Andrew Wiedeman
Junior/Soccer
Last year, forward Andrew Wiedeman led the Bears soccer team in total points scored and in game-winning goals. His performance as a sophomore earned him recognition as preseason All-American from College Soccer News.
