Gilroy High School

GILROY—The sound of helmets clashing and plays being called echoed through the stadiums and Gilroy and Christopher high schools this week. And that means it’s time for football.

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.

The Gilroy High boys volleyball team knew it had to contend with Monterey High kill leader, Stephen Dorsey. That challenge isn't new to the Mustangs or any opponent, really. Dorsey, a state meet medalist in the high jump last season, will get his points. He registered an unassuming 17 kills in an otherwise even matchup between the Tri-County Athletic League's last two league champions Tuesday night.

Gilroy recorded its first league win, combining for 232 points Tuesday at Pajaro Valley Golf Club in Watsonville.

Lauren Castro and Matt Penyacsek graduated from Gilroy High on June 11, but their names are forever enshrined in the school’s history.

The Christopher lacrosse team is off to a red hot start. 

Rain, wind and cold; the weather wasn’t ideal – to say the least. However, 33 teams sauntered into town for the second annual Garlic Classic Invitational, hosted by the Christopher High track and field team and head coach Jeff Myers.

Shane Suttles took the court ready to work for his points inside. Andrew Foster, Wyatt Rocheleau and Evan Shapiro looked eager to attack the rim.

Round one of Gilroy and Christopher was a classic that came down to a layup in the final minute to put the Mustangs on top.

Christopher's bats were hot against Milpitas, but it just couldn't turn basehits into runs.