Sports

Don't get too close to the Gavilan baseball team or you might get burned. 

Christopher and San Benito took things to the mat Wednesday and the Cougars claimed a 44-30 win over their neighbors to the south. 

Each week we recognize one area male and female athlete for their performance on the field of play. This week's are:

GILROY—As Gilroy’s new head football coach, Jubenal Rodriguez isn’t wasting any time.

GILROY—Gavilan coach Spencer Gilford promised Deniko Carter, Armani Miller and Trevin Kelley he’d help them reach the next level. On Wednesday, Gilford fulfilled that promise.

Four Mustangs scored in double-digits against Pajaro Valley and propelled their team to a dominant 70-34 win Wednesday at home.

Wednesday was a big night for Natalia Armstrong. 

Christopher and North Salinas duked it out Tuesday, but neither could gain an edge. 

Gavilan recorded its fourth straight win and only needed one run to do so. 

GILROY—Christopher and Monte Vista Christian needed an extra quarter to decide the winner of Friday’s heated league contest. But it was the Mustangs who came out on top, handing the Cougars a heartbreaking 78-71 overtime loss at Christopher High.