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AZTECS: PHOTO BY MEGAN ELLIS BORREGO SPRINGS GOLF CLASSIC: PHOTO BY GRIFF LACEY Attend benefits Aztecs Dinner on the Diamond JANUARY 31 | TONY GWYNN STADIUM The San Diego State Aztecs baseball team, led by Head Coach Kevin Vance, a Torrey Pines High School graduate and former pro baseball player, will hold its inaugural "Dinner on the Diamond," featuring a "Taste of San Diego" dining experience presented by local restaurants, and a program highlighting SDSU's baseball tradition and its future. Dine with former Major League Baseball players including Aztecs Special Assistant Stephen Strasburg, Bud Black, Tony Gwynn Jr., Chris Gwynn, Xavier Nady, Charlie Nagy, Phil Nevin, Mark Loretta, Ryan Klesko, Quintin Berry, Nick Allen, Mark Sweeney, and Justin Masterson. Tickets range from $250 for an individual seat to the $10,000 "Hall of Fame" table which includes premium on-field placement and priority seating as well as a meet-and-greet with former players and special guests. The $1,000 "Aztec Table" is a reserved table designed for families, alumni, and supporters who want to attend together. Proceeds benefit SDSU Baseball through facility improvements, student- athlete development, and program advancement. aztecalumni.com/dinner-on-the-diamond Have a Heart for Autism FEBRUARY 6 | PRIVATE RANCHO SANTA FE HOME Join the Autism Society at the Rancho Santa Fe home of Laura Applegate from 10am-12pm for delicious food, refreshing drinks, and shopping. Enjoy meaningful conversation, inspiration and storytelling, and the chance to support a great cause. All proceeds benefit Autism Society San Diego. Tickets will be available for purchase starting January 5. autismsocietysandiego.org Borrego Springs Golf Classic FEBRUARY 20 | DE ANZA COUNTRY CLUB The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego presents its annual Borrego Springs Golf Classic to benefit the Borrego Springs Branch and youth throughout the local community. Proceeds from the event will directly support programs and services for youth at the Borrego Springs Branch, which serves more than 400 children and teens each year, providing a safe, positive environment where youth can learn, grow, and build the skills they need for a successful future. Critical programming focuses on academic success, character development, and healthy lifestyles. For details, registration, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Director of Special Events, Molly Doehring. mdoehring@sdyouth.org, sdyouth.org e Kook Run FEBRUARY 8 | COASTAL ENCINITAS Both a fun run and a professional race, The Kook Run is a SoCal Super Bowl Sunday tradition, where thousands kick off the morning with a 5K/10K fun run and costumed race along the Pacific Coast. In 2026, all elite runners will be racing for a cash purse of $3,000. The course starts under the world famous "Encinitas" sign on the historic Coast Hwy 101, passes by the famous "Cardiff Kook" statue, rises above some of the most popular surf breaks, and heads down to Cardiff State Beach. The Costume Contest awards the top three in each of the following categories: "Best Group Theme," "Best 'Kook' Theme," and "Most Original." A portion of all proceeds will be donated to the Ecke YMCA of Encinitas, and The Right Hand Angels will be the beneficiary of the event's Beer Garden sales. The Finish Line Festival at Moonlight Plaza features highlights for all ages, including live music, breakfast tacos, a vendor village, games and activities, a beer garden, and local sips. thekookrun.com Aztecs Head Baseball Coach Kevin Vance with player Zach Justice ranchandcoast.com 22 JANUARY 2026 RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE