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Dylan Berger

Dylan Berger

Dylan Berger is a second year Encinal Echo staff member. After going through middle school watching the Encinal publication staff, he wanted to join Echo. He takes pride as a photographer, but also enjoys writing and interviewing. Outside of school, he is on the Encinal Waterpolo team, and the Encinal Swim team. He also enjoys spending time with friends and family.

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Saint Joseph's sophomore Domonic Dollar jumps to catch a throw from the catcher in attempt to tag out a runner on Aug. 4, 2025.

Saint Joseph's sophomore Domonic Dollar jumps to catch a throw from the catcher in attempt to tag out a runner on Aug. 4, 2025.

Encinal junior Kainoa Otenbriet and Alameda junior Reid Stewart celebrate a scored run on August 4, 2025.

Encinal junior Kainoa Otenbriet and Alameda junior Reid Stewart celebrate a scored run on August 4, 2025.

The Alameda World Baseball team stands at attention for the nation anthem before the tournament final on August 9, 2025. USA fell to Japan, 3-2.

[Photo] Alameda hosts World Baseball tournament

September 15, 2025

The Alameda World Baseball team stands at attention for the nation anthem before the tournament final on August 9, 2025. USA fell to Japan, 3-2.

Encinal freshman Enzi Otieku throw a pitch in the championship game versus Japan on Aug. 9, 2025.

Encinal freshman Enzi Otieku throw a pitch in the championship game versus Japan on Aug. 9, 2025.

Encinal sophomore Ezra Flanagan makes the throw from third base to first base on Aug. 3, 2025..

Encinal sophomore Ezra Flanagan makes the throw from third base to first base on Aug. 3, 2025..

Encinal junior Kainoa Otenbriet throws a pitch on August 5, 2025.

Encinal junior Kainoa Otenbriet throws a pitch on August 5, 2025.

Saint Joseph's sophomore Domonic Dollar celebrates a walk in game on August 4, 2025.

Saint Joseph's sophomore Domonic Dollar celebrates a walk in game on August 4, 2025.

The Alameda World Baseball team stands at attention for the nation anthem before the tournament final on August 9, 2025. USA fell to Japan, 3-2.

Alameda hosts World Baseball tournament

Dylan Berger, Editor September 15, 2025

For the sixth time in tournament history, Alameda hosted the annual World Baseball Tournament, welcoming teams from South Korea, Japan, Mexico, Italy, Fresno, and San Diego. In addition to competing, local...

Senior Sam Smith leads team huddle in preparation for NCS playoff game versus Tamalpais High School on May 8, 2025.

Varsity men’s volleyball NCS playoff run ends in nail-biting semifinal versus Albany

Jacob Benaquista and Dylan Berger May 19, 2025

With a convincing 9-3 lead in the final set, the Jets could almost grasp victory against Albany, the fifth seed of the 2025 North Coast Section Men's Volleyball Championships. Though slotted as the first...

Encinal Varsity sophomore, Zoe Johnson goes head to head in awaited jump ball against opponent Orland High School on March 6, 2025

[Photo] Women’s Varsity Basketball season ends with devastating loss against Woodland Christian 54-45 in CIF Semi-finals

March 18, 2025

Encinal Varsity sophomore, Zoe Johnson goes head to head in awaited jump ball against opponent Orland High School on March 6, 2025

Orland High junior Dottie Davis dribbles the ball down the court in game against Encinal High on 3/6/25.

Orland High junior Dottie Davis dribbles the ball down the court in game against Encinal High on 3/6/25.

Encinal senior Jazzy Alcantal shoots a free-through after a foul delivered from Orland High on March 6.

Encinal senior Jazzy Alcantal shoots a free-through after a foul delivered from Orland High on March 6.

Encinal senior Jazzy Alcantal attempts to defend Orland opponent on March 6, 2025.

Encinal senior Jazzy Alcantal attempts to defend Orland opponent on March 6, 2025.

Encinal Senior Honor Phillips chases after Orland opponent in long-awaited game on 3/6/25.

Encinal Senior Honor Phillips chases after Orland opponent in long-awaited game on 3/6/25.

Encinal senior Jazzy Alcantar defends Argonaut opponent on 3/4/2025

Encinal senior Jazzy Alcantar defends Argonaut opponent on 3/4/2025

Encinal senior Surina Castro defends Argonaut opponent on March 4, 2025.

Encinal senior Surina Castro defends Argonaut opponent on March 4, 2025.

Encinal Women's Basketball claim the NCS D5 Runner-Up Title.

Jets make run to NCS Final before falling in thriller, 53-48

Penelope Locke and Dylan Berger March 4, 2025

With 2:48 left in the fourth quarter, Senior Jazzy Alcantar sank two free throws to make the score 49-48 in the NCS Championship. However, this would be as close as the Jets would get to an elusive championship,...

Senior Jazzy Alcantar breaks through defenders to shoot a contested layup in the NCS championship game on March 1, 2025.

Senior Jazzy Alcantar breaks through defenders to shoot a contested layup in the NCS championship game on March 1, 2025.

Senior Surina Castro drives the ball down court during the 4th quarter to bring the Jets within 2 points of Head Royce.

Senior Surina Castro drives the ball down court during the 4th quarter to bring the Jets within 2 points of Head Royce.

Senior Haley Huynh goes toe-to-toe with Head Royce's Morgan Ross. Ross scored 36 points.

Senior Haley Huynh goes toe-to-toe with Head Royce's Morgan Ross. Ross scored 36 points.

Head Royce's Senior captain Morgan Ross hugs her coach after winning the NCS Championship on March 1. Ross was named MVP of the tournament.

Head Royce's Senior captain Morgan Ross hugs her coach after winning the NCS Championship on March 1. Ross was named MVP of the tournament.

Junior Rayniesha Staine attempts to move the basketball past an extended Jayhawks’ defender.

Junior Rayniesha Staine attempts to move the basketball past an extended Jayhawks’ defender.

Senior Jazzy Alcantar looks to push the ball down the court during the second half of the NCS final.

Senior Jazzy Alcantar looks to push the ball down the court during the second half of the NCS final.

Encinal coach Juanita Lyons congratulations Head Royce's coach after the Jayhawks' 53-48 victory.

Encinal coach Juanita Lyons congratulations Head Royce's coach after the Jayhawks' 53-48 victory.

Encinal's principal Kirstin Snyder and Coach Juanita Lyons show off the Jets' Runner Up banner.

Encinal's principal Kirstin Snyder and Coach Juanita Lyons show off the Jets' Runner Up banner.

Sophomore Zoe Johnson moves the ball around the perimeter to look for an uncontested shot.

Sophomore Zoe Johnson moves the ball around the perimeter to look for an uncontested shot.

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts celebrates after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX.

Philadelphia Eagles defeat the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22 in a dominant Super Bowl LIX

Dylan Berger, Echo Staff February 15, 2025

On Sunday, February 10, 2025, the Philadelphia Eagles took down the Kansas City Chiefs 40 to 22 in Super Bowl LIX. Going into the game, the Chiefs were favored slightly, however, both teams went in with...

Protests in South Shore Alameda following Trump's Inauguration

[Photo] Alameda’s Response To Trump’s Inauguration

Duncan Bauer, Echo Staff February 26, 2025

Protests in South Shore Alameda following Trump's Inauguration

Varsity sophomore Amaya Zapeta, dribbles ball down field in awaited Island Derby on January 10, 2025.

Awaited Island Derby Ends in Devastating Loss for Varsity Women’s Soccer Team

Dylan Berger, Sports Beat February 3, 2025

“Our one and only goal we scored at the end of the game, it was a really fun moment and it brought us hope for our next games,” said sophomore Rhianna Farris. Alameda’s varsity women's soccer team...

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