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DHHS 2026 Boys Volleyball Summer Camp Registration Open
Our 2026 summer camp will take place at Dana Hills HS Gym from Monday-Friday July 20-24 and July 27-31 from 1-5pm.
This camp is for both returning and incoming players.
Registration can be completed by filling out this form. Donations can be made separately through the webstore for $250. E-mail Coach TK at TEKohler@capousd.org if you have any questions.
Dolphins Earn 3-0 Victory Over El Toro
The Dolphins delivered a strong performance on Thursday evening sweeping El Toro in three sets, 25–17, 25–19, 25–23.
After a strong start in set one, the Dolphins maintained control throughout the match with steady serve receive and disciplined play on both sides of the ball. While El Toro pushed back in the third set, the Dolphins stayed composed late to secure the straight-set win.
Carlos Caudillo played a key role in the victory, recording 8 kills and 4 blocks. His effectiveness at the net helped anchor both the offense and the defensive front, especially in key moments.
The Dolphins will look to carry this momentum into their next contest as they host San Juan Hills on April 16. First serve is set for 6:15 p.m. at Dana Hills High School.
Thursday April 2, 2026
Dolphins Hold Off Late Surge to Win in Five
The Dolphins earned a hard-fought five-set victory over Capistrano Valley in Mission Viejo on Tuesday night (25–18, 25–16, 21–25, 19–25, 15–13).
The Dolphins came out sharp, controlling the tempo in the opening two sets with consistent serving and efficient offense. Their strong start put Capistrano Valley on the defensive, allowing the Dolphins to build momentum and take a commanding 2–0 lead in the match.
The Cougars responded with determination, raising their level of play in sets three and four. Behind improved passing and aggressive swings, Capistrano Valley shifted the momentum and evened the match, forcing a decisive fifth set.
In the final set, both teams battled point-for-point in a tense back-and-forth finish. The Dolphins stayed composed in key moments, executing under pressure and closing out the match 15–13 to secure the victory.
Grant Hudson led the offensive effort with 14 kills and added 3 aces from the service line. Evan Weiss and Nolan Mundy also made key contributions, each recording 2 aces in the five-set contest.
The Dolphins will return to Mission Viejo for a non-league matchup at 5:15 PM at MVHS as they look to build on the momentum from Tuesday’s win.
Tuesday March 31, 2026
Dolphins Defeat Aliso Niguel in Three
The Dolphins traveled to Aliso Niguel and earned a 3-0 win, taking the match by scores of 25-22, 25-18, and 25-22. The opening set saw the Dolphins rally from behind four points, but the Dolphins evened the score at 9-9 after capitalizing on 2 blocks and several defensive conversions. In the second and third sets, the margin remained narrow for much of the time, with the Dolphins separating towards the later parts of the game.
Grant Hudson recorded 12 kills and added 2 aces, contributing across all three sets with consistent swings and pressure from the service line. Carlos Caudillo led the defensive effort at the net with 5 blocks, getting touches on multiple attacks and helping slow the opposing offense at key moments.
Throughout the match, both teams showed stretches of strong play, particularly in serve-receive and defensive coverage, leading to competitive exchanges even as the Dolphins maintained the edge in each set.
The Dolphins continue league play on Tuesday, March 31, with a road match at Capistrano Valley scheduled for 5:45 PM.
Thursday March 26, 2026
Dolphins Fall to San Juan Hills in Four Game Battle
In a competitive and tightly contested league match, the Dolphins came up short against San Juan Hills in four games (20-25, 25-17, 26-28, 25-27).
The Dolphins dropped the opening set 20–25 but responded with determination in the second set, evening the match with a 25–17 victory. The third set proved to be a battle, with San Juan Hills narrowly edging out the Dolphins 28–26. The fourth set followed a similar script, as the Stallions secured the match with a 27–25 win.
Offensively, the Dolphins were led by Ben Hammerman, who recorded a season-high 23 kills in a standout performance. Grant Hudson added 12 kills, contributing to the team’s balanced attack. From the service line, Brody DaPena chipped in 2 aces, while Carlos Caudillo anchored the defense at the net with 4 blocks.
The Dolphins will look to bounce back in their next match on the road against Aliso Niguel on Thursday March 26 at ANHS at 5:45pm.
Tuesday March 24, 2026
Dolphins Battle Back to Secure Fourth Place at Santiago Tournament
The Dolphins competed in a competitive field this weekend at the Santiago Tournament, finishing in fourth place after a series of hard-fought matches and a resilient push through bracket play.
On Friday, the Dolphins opened tournament play with a tough loss to Diamond Ranch in straight sets (0-2). They responded quickly with a strong showing against NuView Bridge, earning a decisive 2-0 victory to close out the day on a positive note.
Continuing into Saturday’s action, the Dolphins secured a key crossover win against Hillcrest, building momentum heading into bracket play. However, they faced a setback against Murrieta Valley, falling short in a competitive matchup 23-25, 23-25. Next, the team defeated El Dorado 2-0 to secure a spot in the tournament's gold bracket consolation match.
They finished the day facing off against Diamond Ranch for a second time, and in a strong turnaround performance, the Dolphins were able to avenge their earlier loss, closing the tournament on a high note by defeating Diamond Ranch in three games (23-25, 25-21, 15-11).
With the win, the Dolphins will return to action against league opponent San Juan Hills on Tuesday 3/24 at 5:45pm.
Saturday March 21, 2026
Dolphins Rally Past JSerra After Early Setback, Set Sights on Tournament Play
The Dolphins showed resilience and composure Tuesday night, bouncing back from an opening-set loss to JSerra in four games.
JSerra came out aggressive and caught the Dolphins off guard early, taking Game 1 in decisive fashion, 25-11. The Dolphins regrouped quickly, however, responding with a gritty 28-26 win in Game 2 that shifted the momentum of the match.
From there, the Dolphins settled into their rhythm, executing efficiently on both sides of the ball. They claimed Game 3, 25-18, before closing out the match with a 25-19 victory in Game 4.
Offensively, Ben Hammerman led the way with 14 kills, providing a consistent scoring presence throughout the comeback. Evan Weiss played a key role behind the scenes, delivering strong, steady passing and applying pressure from the service line to keep JSerra on their heels. Grand Hudson contributed 11 kills and 4 solo blocks.
After an early stumble, the Dolphins responded with poise and control, turning a one-sided start into a confident four-set win.
The Dolphins will look to carry that momentum into tournament play this Friday as they travel to Santiago High School, where they are set to face Diamond Ranch and Nuview Bridge.
Thursday March 19, 2026
Dolphin's Defeat El Toro 3-0
The Dolphins secured a strong 3–0 win over El Toro in second-round league play on Tuesday night, taking the match in straight sets: 25–16, 25–18, 25–13.
Offensively, the Dolphins were led by Ben Hammerman, who recorded 10 kills while hitting an outstanding .670 on the night. Carlos Caudillo added 7 kills and 2 blocks, finishing the match hitting .640.
The Dolphins maintained momentum throughout the contest, displaying efficient attacking and consistent execution across all three sets.
The team returns to action on Thursday at 6:00 p.m. with a road matchup at JSerra for a non-league contest.
Thursday March 17, 2026
Dolphin's Defeat Capistrano Valley 3-0
The Dana Hills Dolphins earned a milestone victory Wednesday night, defeating league opponent Capistrano Valley in straight sets 3–0 (25–17, 25–25, 25–19) to secure the program’s first league win since 2023.
The Dolphins set the tone early with strong defense and balanced offensive play, controlling the tempo throughout much of the match. Middle blocker Carlos Caudillo led the attack at the net, recording 8 kills while also anchoring the defense with 4 blocks.
From the service line, Grand Hudson helped apply pressure on Capistrano Valley with 2 aces, while Eli Brooks and Brody DaPena each added an ace of their own to keep momentum on the Dolphins’ side.
The Dolphins return to action Tuesday, March 17 at 6:15 PM when they host El Toro at Dana Hills High School.
Thursday March 12, 2026
Dolphin's Win Streak Snapped in 3-0 Loss to Tesoro
The Dana Hills boys volleyball team saw its winning streak come to an end Tuesday night with a 3–0 loss to Tesoro in non-league action.
The Dolphins were led offensively by Ben Hammerman with 9 kills, while Nolan Mundy contributed 2 aces from the service line.
Dana Hills will look to bounce back this week as they open league play at home. The Dolphins return to the court Thursday, March 12, hosting Capistrano Valley in their first league match of the season. First serve is scheduled for 6:15 p.m. at Dana Hills High School.
Tuesday March 10, 2026
South County SportsZone Highlights 3/9/26
Monday March 9, 2026
Caudillo and Lubbers Lead Dolphins to 3-0 Sweep Over Pacifica Christian
The Dolphins delivered a strong performance at home, earning a decisive 3–0 victory over Pacifica Christian with set scores of 25–23, 25–16, and 25–20.
Leading the offensive charge was Carlos Caudillo, who dominated at the net with 13 kills and 4 blocks, providing a consistent scoring presence throughout the match. Noah Lubbers also made a significant offensive contribution, adding 9 kills and helping keep the Dolphins' attack balanced and efficient.
Defensively, Evan Weiss anchored the back row with 9 digs, helping the Dolphins control Pacifica Christian’s attacks and transition into offense.
With the win, the Dolphins continue to build momentum as they head into their next matchup. The team will return to action Friday at 4:00 PM on the road against CVCS.
Thursday March 5, 2026
Dolphins Split Matches, Fall 2-1 to Mission Viejo Before Rebounding with 2-0 Win Over San Marino at Tesoro Tournament
The Dolphins battled through a competitive evening of volleyball action, opening with a hard-fought three-set loss to Mission Viejo, 25–21, 19–25, 11–15.
Preston Spruill led the serving campaign with two aces, helping apply consistent pressure from the service line. Offensively, Noah Lubbers recorded five kills while hitting an impressive .850 for the match.
The Dolphins quickly regrouped and responded with a strong straight-sets victory over San Marino, 25–20, 25–21. Eli Brooks and Grant Hudson each contributed two aces to fuel the team’s momentum. The offensive charge was led by Ben Hammerman with five kills, followed closely by Grant Hudson with four kills, as the Dolphins maintained control throughout the match.
The Dolphins return to action on Tuesday, traveling to Estancia for a 5:00 p.m. road match.
Monday March 2, 2026
Dolphins Rally for 2-0 Win Over Aliso Niguel at Tesoro Tournament
After a tough morning loss at the Tesoro Tournament to Downey, the Dolphins rallied in the afternoon to secure a 2-0 victory over Aliso Niguel.
Leading the charge was Grant Hudson, who tallied 7 kills and 2 aces, while Noah Lubbers added 4 kills and 5 blocks to help the team to victory.
The Dolphins return to action on Monday, facing Mission Viejo in the semi-final of the Silver Bracket at Tesoro High School, with the match scheduled for 4:00 PM.
Saturday February 28, 2026
Hammerman, DaPena Lead Dolphins in Key Wins at Foothill Tournament
The Dolphins faced a challenging Friday at the Foothill Tournament but demonstrated determination and grit throughout. They opened against JSerra, taking the first set 25-22 before dropping the next two 18-25 and 10-15. The team then fell 0-2 to host Foothill. Bouncing back, the Dolphins earned a 2-1 victory over Western Christian (Upland), led by 13 kills from Ben Hammerman and 7 from Brody DaPena.
While a 0-2 loss to Sunny Hills in the Silver Bracket tested the team, they redeemed themselves by closing the day Saturday on a high note with a 2-0 win over Crean Lutheran.
The Dolphins (2-5) will next face Sage Hill away at 5:15pm on Tuesday 2/24.
Saturday February 21, 2026
Announcements
Upcoming Varsity League Matches:
Home vs. ANHS @ 6:15pm 4/21
Senior Night
Round 1 CIF State Playoff TBD
Dolphins Fall to San Juan Hills in Three Sets
The Dolphins fell to Sea View League opponent San Juan Hills in three sets (16-25, 21-25, 21-25) on Thursday night.
After a tough opening set, the Dolphins responded with stronger play in sets two and three but were unable to close the gap against the undefeated Stallions. With the loss, the Dolphins move to 5-2 in league play, while San Juan Hills improves to 7-0.
The Dolphins return home for Senior Night hosting Aliso Niguel on Tuesday April 21st at 6:15pm.
Thursday April 16, 2026
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