De La Salle High School baseball team suspended for five games

Northern California's top high school baseball program faces consequences for violations of school policies, team rules, and code of conduct.

Feb. 25, 2026 at 6:55am by Ben Kaplan

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De La Salle High School in Northern California has suspended its baseball team for the first five games of the season due to violations of school policies, team rules, and code of conduct. The team will also participate in 'reflective and restorative activities' to reinforce the school's expectations and strengthen leadership within the program. The suspension could result in forfeits for several upcoming games.

Why it matters

De La Salle is one of the top high school baseball programs in Northern California, with a strong track record of success under coach David Jeans. The suspension highlights the school's commitment to holding student-athletes to high standards of conduct, even for a prominent and successful program.

The details

The suspension was announced by De La Salle's athletic director, Leo Lopoz, in a news release. The team will miss games against St. Ignatius, St. Augustine, Cathedral Catholic, St. Mary's-Stockton, and Jesuit-Carmichael. In addition to the missed games, the team will participate in activities designed to reinforce the school's expectations and strengthen leadership.

  • The suspension will cover the first five games of the 2026 season.
  • If the schedule on the school's site stands, the Spartans' first game back would be on March 14th against Elk Grove.

The players

De La Salle High School

A prominent high school baseball program in Northern California, known for its success under coach David Jeans.

Leo Lopoz

The athletic director at De La Salle High School who announced the team's suspension.

David Jeans

The head coach of the De La Salle High School baseball team, who has led the program to 334 wins and 9 North Coast Section titles since taking over in 2012.

Graham Schlicht

A pitcher for the De La Salle High School baseball team, who was 11-0 with a 0.67 ERA last season and is a Stanford signee.

Tyler Spangler

The shortstop for the De La Salle High School baseball team, who hit .430 with 10 home runs last season and is also a Stanford signee.

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What they’re saying

“We are teachers and educators first. We will do what's right — what's most important to our kids and parents. … Kids make mistakes.”

— David Jeans, Head Coach (Text message)

What’s next

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