Sierra College Wolverine Athletic Association - WAA

03/06/2026

The WAA is proud to support the Curt Wurst Memorial Scholarship. Please share!

The Wolverine Athletic Association is proud to announce the launch of the Curt Wurst Memorial Scholarship. Please see details and bio about Curt in this post!

Curt is a Sierra College success story. Raised at Donner Lake, he began Sierra in the Fall of 1969. He played football, baseball and was on the ski team. He excelled in football as a wide receiver and earned All-Conference and All-State honors. He was Team Captain and voted by his teammates Most Inspirational two years in a row. The Ag and Athletic Departments were good to Curt and influenced many life decisions. He transferred to Fresno State University on a football scholarship and earned a degree in Animal Science and Genetics.
Curt and his bride, Jane moved to a ranch in North Auburn in 1974 where they established their herd of cattle and made their home for 50+ years. He taught Ag at Placer High and Sierra and was an FFA advisor. His friendship with Sierra Ag teacher, Jerry Van Rein led to many class field trips for Sierra Ag students to get “hands on experience” doctoring and preg checking the Wurst cattle. Though Curt left teaching to work construction and ranch, he continued to mentor young people on the job site and at his Ranch, where by his example, he taught them that there is satisfaction and pleasure in working hard.
It is an honor that Curt’s legacy can continue to impact young people as they participate in athletics at Sierra College and find their own career paths and form lasting friendships.

02/06/2026

After more than two decades of extraordinary leadership, we share our gratitude and appreciation for Executive Director Sonbol Aliabadi, who will retire at the end of May 2026.

For 22 years, Sonbol led the Sierra College Foundation with vision and heart—expanding programs, strengthening community support, and helping thousands of students access the education they deserve. Her impact will be felt for generations to come.

Thank you, Sonbol Aliabadi, for everything you've done for Sierra College students.

Click here to read the full press release: https://www.sierracollege.edu/about-sierra-college/news/scf-director-retirement/

01/06/2026

The Wolverine Athletic Association is proud to announce the launch of the Curt Wurst Memorial Scholarship. Please see details and bio about Curt in this post!

Curt is a Sierra College success story. Raised at Donner Lake, he began Sierra in the Fall of 1969. He played football, baseball and was on the ski team. He excelled in football as a wide receiver and earned All-Conference and All-State honors. He was Team Captain and voted by his teammates Most Inspirational two years in a row. The Ag and Athletic Departments were good to Curt and influenced many life decisions. He transferred to Fresno State University on a football scholarship and earned a degree in Animal Science and Genetics.
Curt and his bride, Jane moved to a ranch in North Auburn in 1974 where they established their herd of cattle and made their home for 50+ years. He taught Ag at Placer High and Sierra and was an FFA advisor. His friendship with Sierra Ag teacher, Jerry Van Rein led to many class field trips for Sierra Ag students to get “hands on experience” doctoring and preg checking the Wurst cattle. Though Curt left teaching to work construction and ranch, he continued to mentor young people on the job site and at his Ranch, where by his example, he taught them that there is satisfaction and pleasure in working hard.
It is an honor that Curt’s legacy can continue to impact young people as they participate in athletics at Sierra College and find their own career paths and form lasting friendships.

09/13/2025

The WAA is hosting quarterback passing clinics starting September 27th with dates through November. Reach out if you or someone you know is interested.

04/01/2025

09/06/2023

Progress on the new Gym!

05/30/2023

Dec. 4, 1970 - Gary Mitchell, left, and Curt Wurst were two honorees at the 1970 Sierra College awards banquet. Mitchell, a freshman, passed for 2, 445 yard and 23 touchdowns and was named team MVP. Wurst, meanwhile, ranked third in state receiving yards and was named the team’s most inspirational player for the second straight year. Mitchell went on to play at UC Riverside while Wurst played at Fresno State.

05/25/2023

Down Memory Lane….Sierra College football 1971.

02/14/2023

Sierra College Football 1969

When We Were Young - Sierra College’s starting offense, 1969 season. Front from left, Pat Plummer, Tom Cummings, Bob Marson, Jim Bogart, Bob Prince, Jim Lippi. Rear from left, John Firchau, Leroy Zettler, John Ramirez, Bob Pinotti.

09/21/2022

President Duncan recognizing State Champion and Men’s Swimming and Diving Teams today.

09/20/2022

Sierra College Athletes: Come by Friday!