High School Sports

A big fifth inning lifted the Christopher baseball team passed Scotts Valley Wednesday.

GILROY — The Mustangs didn’t just snap their four-game losing streak, they shattered it.

GILROY—Anyone who has seen Katrina Carter play field hockey had no doubts she’d continue her career in college. But if you would’ve asked Carter if she thought she’d get to this level eight years ago, she probably would’ve laughed at the thought.

Erin Mank is shining at home. 

GILROY—“This is the greatest victory this school has ever had,” Christopher coach Tim Pierleoni told his team as it celebrated with hugs, cheers and back flips.

Christopher's Adam Mena took home his first place finish of the year — and that's not all.  The 126-lb. wrestler earned the Outstanding Wrestler Award after his top finish at the James Lick Varsity Tournament Dec. 20. The Cougars finished third as a team.  Mena was one of seven Christopher wrestlers to finish in the top five at the tournament. Dean Agustin (106) finished second, while Justin Garza (113), Keanu Calimpong (132) and Anthony Figueroa (145) all took third. Tobias Mendoza (138) and Jacob Myers (152) finished fourth. Zack Taylor (195) went 0-2 at the tournament. Cougar wrestlers were also competing at the Varsity Tournament of Champions in Reno on Dec. 20 and 21. Jimmie Lopez (113) finished 4-2, while Felipe Duenas (106) was 2-2. Mario Anchando (126), Raul Meza (132) and heavyweight Navi Pannu all went 0-2.  Christopher will compete at the Doc Buchanon Invitational at 9 a.m. Friday at Clovis High School. 

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Gilroy High’s wrestling team rode five pins to a 61-16 victory at North Salinas on Wednesday night to end the regular-season dual meet schedule.

GILROY—Alec Cordova saved his best game for last.

GILROY — The Christopher girls basketball team is spreading the love this Valentine’s Day.