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Parents Demand Baseball Season Cancellation Over Racist Taunts at Albany High Game

West Contra Costa Unified School District investigates allegations of anti-Asian slurs by Pinole Valley players as formal equity complaint is filed.

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Overview

  • Pinole Valley High players allegedly directed anti-Asian slurs at Albany High players during an April 23 varsity baseball game, as captured on video.
  • Parents, including Eugene Lee, are calling for the cancellation of Pinole Valley’s baseball season to demonstrate zero tolerance for racism in youth sports.
  • The West Contra Costa Unified School District has confirmed an active investigation into the incident and is consulting with Pinole Valley’s athletic staff.
  • A formal complaint has been submitted to the district’s Office of Educational Equity, citing racial harassment and insufficient institutional response.
  • Evidence includes documented slurs, mocking social media posts, and allegations of similar misconduct during another game on April 16 involving Pinole Valley players.