High School Sports

The Gilroy girls basketball team started its season off on the right foot. 

GILROY—On paper, there are a lot question marks surrounding Gilroy’s squad heading into the season. It graduated seven seniors and really only has one big man on the roster. It’s a young team, made up of mostly juniors and sophomores. But there’s an abundance of things you don't see on paper—and the Mustangs are more than happy to surprise their opponents.

GILROY—Heading into last season Gilroy had won seven straight league titles. It had all the pieces in place and was ready to clear space in the gym for another banner. But for the Mustangs, last season was a nightmare dressed as a daydream.

GILROY—Armando Padilla overlooked his team practicing and he shook his head, smiling at the thought of the upcoming season. 

GILROY—Last year, Christopher’s Olivia Tabron was snubbed of a First Team honor and made it her goal not to let it happen again.

GILROY—On Friday, Christopher’s Carly McPolin signed her letter of intent to play rugby next season at Lindenwood University. The thing is, McPolin has never played a game of rugby in her life.

GILROY—When looking back at the Cougars season, the question isn’t what they did this year, but rather what didn’t they?

GILROY—The future of Christopher boys water polo looks bright—especially now that it has the league Freshman of the Year on its roster.

GILROY—Though tears streamed down the faces of several senior Christopher football players, Coach Tim Pierleoni told them to hold their heads up high—after all, this is a team of champions.

GILROY—Christopher’s Erin Mank was a crucial part of her team’s success this season and the Mission Trail Athletic League took notice.