Gilroy High School

For the 13 seniors finishing out their Christopher High baseball career, along with every single player for that matter, these last few games of the season are everything. No less than legacy is on the line. And thanks to a heart-stopping, come-from-behind victory against...

GILROY—Historically, moving up to the tougher division has been just that for teams—tough. But the Christopher track team didn’t shy away from the challenge, it rose to meet it.

A rivalry on paper hardly translated to one on the floor as the Christopher boys basketball team easily handled Gilroy, 68-33 Friday night.

For the first time since the 2011-12 season, Gilroy took down San Benito in boys volleyball.

Christopher HS Football (5-1 overall, 2-0 BVAL Mt. Hamilton Division)Recent results: Won 45-28 at Branham; Won 31-14 at Santa Teresa Upcoming games: 7:15pm Oct. 10 vs. Lincoln NOTES: The Cougars won their second straight road game against a league contender, following up their win over Branham...

SALINAS—Gilroy stopped Alisal on its opening drive on a three and out. The ensuing punt was bobbled and the Trojans turned it into a quick 6-0 lead.

When mentioned together, football and the summer months in Santa Clara County, one thought often sneaks to the forefront: The Charlie Wedemeyer High School All-Star Football Game.

Three local teams will represent the South Valley in the Central Coast Section baseball playoffs starting Wednesday. San Benito, the No. 3 seed in the Division I bracket, will attempt to reach the title game for the third consecutive year.

The Gilroy High volleyball team isn’t worried about its record this season—wins and losses will take care of themselves. Instead, the Mustangs are hoping to bond with one another and have fun doing it.

GILROY—The Mustangs held their heads high as they walked off the field at the Garcia-Elder Sports Complex Friday night. The scoreboard illuminated the final in the distance—a 40-17 loss to Piedmont Hills—but in their hearts, they were the winners.