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Pitman turns it up after slow start
The Pitman High girls basketball players couldn't help but cringe once they noticed they were on the wrong end of a lopsided score Thursday night at the Lion's Den.
Coyotes win despite scoring attack by TC guard
DENAIR - The Denair High boys basketball players' main objective in Tuesday night's game against league rival Turlock Christian was this: Stop Brandon Rogers, who averages nearly 30 points.
Pitman’s lightweight becomes big-time champ
His drenched-in-sweat shirt looked as if he had taken a dip into a pool. His legs must've had felt like they climbed a mountain, bearing in mind the type of workout his coach puts him and his teammates through.
Garcia nearly takes down state winner
Turlock High senior wrestler Fabian Garcia doesn't like losing, especially because he hasn't experienced much of it as a Bulldog.
Pride at 2-0? Yes, really
As they walked out of their locker room on their way to greet waiting family and friends, smiles were painted all over the faces of the Pitman High boys basketball players and coaches.
Eagles fly past Gustine in win
If the Turlock Christian girls basketball players didn't score a single point after the first quarter, they'd still have technically won Thursday night's Southern League contest against Gustine High.
Bulldogs win without star point guard
Playing without injured point guard Camille Roberts, the Turlock High girls basketball team had a straightforward approach in Tuesday night's Central California Conference opener against Buhach Colony: Just squeeze by the Thunder.
Perez brothers share unique relationship at Pitman
Just before he faced his final opponent at last week's Bulldog Classic, Pitman High senior Andrew Perez was approached on the wrestling mat by his older brother, Vincent, who whispered something in his ear.
Area wrestlers shine at annual clashing
Before the first wrestlers stepped on the mats at the 19th Bulldog Classic on Wednesday, Turlock coach Mike Contreras wasn't sure about how his team would do.
Yellowjackets win tournament against high-scoring opponent
RIPON - For much of the night, the Hilmar High girls basketball team's main objective was to stop Oakdale High dangerous guard Cassandra Clark.
Bulldogs avoid upset in prestigious tournament
SALIDA - The home locker room is a few feet away from the main floor of the basketball gym, far enough to keep outsiders from hearing what goes on inside. That's a good thing for coach Doug Cornfoot and his Turlock boys basketball team.
Area wrestlers to battle at annual tournament
This season, the approach is different for the Pitman High wrestling team.
Pitman’s late surge not enough
After a one-point second quarter, the Pitman High boys basketball players had just one logical thing left to do.
Turlock’s Garcia wins prestigious tournament
It's no secret that Turlock High senior wrestler Fabian Garcia's ultimate goal is to be a state champion. This aim is very realistic for him, since he's a three-time state medalist.
Pitman wins big at first big wrestling event
In what is considered the wrestling season's first real test, the Pitman High wrestlers did better than expected.
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Pitman throwers shine at Oregon Relays
Pitman High's track and field team placed 33rd out of 50 schools at the Oregon Relays this past Friday and Saturday. Out of the 17 Pride invitees, 10 finished in the top 10. Kelsee Derr placed first in the 100 meter hurdles heat with a time of 15.57 becoming the first Pitman representative to win a race at this event. "The fans were great and the atmosphere was different from any other place ...
‘Dogs sweep Pride, extend win streak
Turlock High's record-breaking consecutive win streak has been extended to 19 games after back-to-back victories against rival Pitman High on Wednesday and Friday. The Bulldogs shutout the Pride in both matchups-9-0 on Wednesday and 8-0 on Friday- with the help of ace hurlers Nick Voumard and Tyler Murphy, maintaining their undefeated status in the Central California Conference. "Both of them pitched very well. They got ahead in the count and were able to ...
Pitman softball downs Turlock in second cross town game
Pitman High's softball team is easing its way into playoff contention after a 5-2 victory over cross-town rival Turlock High at home on Thursday. The Pride (12-10 Overall, 5-5, CCC) are now only two games away from third place in league and must win their next two games against first place Merced High and second place Atwater High to have a shot at the post-season. "Yeah, we got the cross-town rival thing ...
2 more Turlock baseball standouts to play college ball
Turlock High's baseball team has two more players who have secured a future in the sport. Senior Nick Voumard and junior Dakota Edwards signed their respective letters of intent on Wednesday to play for California State University, Stanislaus and the University of Bridgeport. "I'm really happy for them; it's a great opportunity. They're going to keep improving and getting better," Turlock's head coach Mark de la Motte said. "I'm looking forward to following ...
Bullogs tennis tops Pride, finish second in CCC
Turlock High's boys tennis returned to winning form after back-to-back losses to Merced High and Golden Valley High in its last two matches. The Bulldogs defeated Pitman High 9-0 at home on Thursday, securing a second place league finish. After winning their final match of the regular season in straight sets, the Bulldogs finished with an 8-2 record. The Bulldogs' one and two doubles have yet to lose this year and sit ...
Pitman girls, Turlock boys earn swim bragging rights
Pitman High's varsity girls swimming team defeated Turlock High 119-61 on Friday while the Bulldog boys defeated the Pride 92-84, in a cross-town and league matchup. "It is great competitiveness between these two schools," Turlock boys coach Erich Richter said. "All these guys grew up together swimming in rec league, it is a family atmosphere and I love it. That's what I love about this town, it's the best." Turlock's Garrett Roof ...
Bulldog swim teams topple GV, struggle at county meet
Turlock High's boys and girls swim teams dominated Golden Valley on Friday. The Bulldogs hosted the Cougars with the boys winning 103-73 and the girls taking a 93-86 victory. "I was really proud of these guys," Turlock's boys coach Erick Richter said. "They were pumped and I told them to go out and work on their personal best. We knew Golden Valley was good, but we did what we had to do." <p ...
Turlock takes second place standing after win over cross-town rivals
Turlock High leapfrogged into second place in the Central California Conference standings on Monday with a 2-0 victory over cross-town rival Pitman High. The Pride were eager to maintain their second place position in league prior to the matchup and waged a defensive battle with the Bulldogs for much of the wind-whipped match. Pitman was ultimately unable to withstand Turlock's offensive pressure, however, and fell to third place in the CCC with the loss. ...
PREP SOFTBALL ROUNDUP
The Turlock Christian Eagles softball team already surpassed last year's total win number of zero to a turnaround record of 8-8 thus far after defeating Big Valley Christian 15-4 on Tuesday. "I am very happy with the team," head coach Bret Balswick said. "Last year we had no wins, this year we already have eight. I told the team that one victory was our goal, but now we are playing like we could ...
Turlock snaps consecutive wins record with sweep of Atwater
Turlock High's 2013 baseball team is officially in the record books. With back to back wins over Atwater High-a 7-5 victory on Wednesday and a 10-2 victory on Friday- the Bulldogs (17-1 overall, 8-0 CCC) broke the 16 game consecutive win streak that was set two years ago. "I'm really happy for the guys. They've worked very hard for a very long time," Turlock's head coach Mark de la Motte said. "It gives ...
Bulldogs barrel through Thunder
The hunt for the Central California Conference girls soccer title just got interesting as the top three teams-Golden Valley, Pitman, and Turlock High- are now separated by the slightest of margins. After starting the season with three consecutive losses, the reigning CCC champion Bulldogs have climbed back into contention by winning five or their last six games. On Wednesday Turlock hosted Buhach Colony High and wasted no time asserting its presence on the ...
Pitman now second in league after win over Merced
Pride freshman Matt Carrigg pitched five shutout innings, allowed only two hits, walked one and struck out three of 18 batters faced, en route to a wild 6-5 victory over Merced on Friday. "I felt pretty good, just stayed cool… kept my cool and not get cocky and do what I do," Carrigg said. "I felt confident, I was a little nervous but I felt confident." Carrigg also provided clutch offense as ...
Bertalotto named Folkstyle All-American
Ask any athlete who's serious about their sport and they'll tell you that one of the most important factors of success is to establish goals. Turlock High's Isaac Bertalotto did just that at the beginning of his sophomore wrestling season. Now, after completing his first goal of placing at the state level, the young Bulldog has scratched another task off his list by becoming an All-American. "It's a big deal," Bertalotto said. ...
Pride soccer No. 1 in CCC standings
Pitman High is number one in the Central California Conference standings with one half of the regular season complete. The Pride maintained their top position on Monday with a 2-0 victory over Buhach Colony High as they braved winds as high as 45 miles per hour. Both of Pitman's goals were scored in the second half off the foot of freshman Rayana Plancarte-the team's leading scorer with five goals. Plancarte notched her first ...
Golden Valley squeaks by Turlock
Two weeks ago Turlock High dropped its first match of the season against Merced High, 5-4. Though the loss was a shock to the Bulldogs' system, it was an understandable outcome considering two key players were missing from the lineup. Turlock entered Tuesday's home matchup against Golden Valley High eager to get back into the winner's column and keep its dream of a Central California Conference championship alive, be it outright or shared. ...
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