San Clemente Triton Teams for the Summer of 2014

May 1, 2014 -- Three teams of returning players (varsity, junior varsity and sophomore) and two of incoming freshmen will represent San Clemente High School Boys Basketball during the summer of 2014.
   It will be an important tune-up period for the Tritons, as they prepare for a move to the South Coast League and the program's 50th anniversary season in 2014-15.
   The summer program will involve 25-40 workouts and games per team. Among the highlights will be the San Diego State University Varsity Tournament and the UC San Diego varsity and J.V. tournaments. They are among the toughest summer tournaments in the state.   
   Additionally, the incoming freshmen will have a chance to make their mark by trying to win the Tritons' third consecutive Capo Valley Freshman Tournamant. For the complete summer schedule, click here.  
   According to Triton Head Coach Marc Popovich, each player will be assigned to a team for the summer, but roster assignments may or may not remain the same for the 2014-15 regular season. 
   Additionally, players may be asked to play at different levels throughout the summer, based on the coaches' discretion.
   The varsity will be coached by Popovich, who will be assisted by Duwayne Horn and Matt Miller. Oscar Montecinos will be head coach of the J.V. squad with assistance from his brother, Dan Montecinos. 
   Sophomore Head Coach Chris Schefter will return with his assistant, Ryan Phillips. The freshman teams will be led by Coach Brian Justice and Assistant Coach John Smetona, who also heads up the Tritons' strength and conditioning program.
   See below for the coach's bios and contact information.
Gage Shelmidine and Cade Griffin apply defensive pressure during 2013 summer varsity action. (Photo courtesy of Mindy Shelmidine)