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'Jackets football record fifth straight win
Hilmar High's defense continued its dominant performance on Friday, notching a fifth straight victory, this time in a Trans Valley League opener against Modesto Christian in a 30-0 shutout. The 'Jacket defense was able to control Modesto Christian all game long, allowing only 129 total yards of offense while racking up 429 yards themselves in an overall well balanced win. "I think the key word is team because these kids aren't selfish ...
Waterford denies Delhi in league opener
Delhi High stumbled and fell on the road Friday night when it took on Waterford High in the Southern League opener. The Hawks played it close in the first half but were unable to tame the Wildcats in the third and fourth quarters, losing the fight in the trenches and receiving their first loss of the season by a score of 33-14. "Our kids were prepared, they just, for whatever reason, they ...
Hilmar volleyball sweeps Riverbank
The Hilmar High volleyball squad dominated visiting Trans Valley League opponent Riverbank High in Thursday's home matchup, winning in straight sets. In a day where the offense and defense clicked on all cylinders, there was no way any team was going to pose a threat for the 'Jackets as they swept the Bruins, (25-6, 25-8 and 25-7). "One of the things we have been focusing on is to not miss any serves. ...
Eagles lose to Knights, but don’t fold
There's no secret about it, Ripon Christian High is the powerhouse in Southern League volleyball. With three consecutive league championships and three consecutive undefeated seasons on their resume, the Knights' reputation has been just as much of a weapon as their skill on the court-and no one knows that better than Turlock Christian High. But things might be changing. On Thursday, the Eagles hosted the Knights in a thrilling five-set barn burner. ...
Hawks pull off SAL soccer win over Coyotes
The heavily favored Delhi High boys soccer team was held to a single goal against Denair High, who came out ready to play defensively in Monday's Southern Athletic League match. It was an off day for the Hawks at home, especially in the second half, when their offense was unable to put the ball in the back of the net-missing critical opportunities, striking the pole six times, along with three missed headers, against ...
Delhi volleyball rallies for win over Denair
Denair and Delhi High volleyball teams met for the first time this season in a Southern Athletic League match at the Hawks' home on Monday. The Denair Coyotes team started the first match on fire, winning 25-23- but by the second match, all the momentum had switched over and Delhi took it to the net in the next three sets (9-25, 20-25 and 12-25). "I just told the girls to keep positive ...
Pride soccer handed first league loss
Pitman High dropped its first Central California Conference match Monday afternoon when it hosted the now league-leading Buhach Colony High. After earning 2-1 victories over both Merced and Golden Valley highs last week, the Pride (9-2-3 Overall, 2-1 CCC) were unable to fend off a three-goal, second half effort by the Thunder (11-1-1 Overall, 3-0 CCC) and lost 4-2. "Three of the four goals were given by us because of defensive mistakes and ...
Turlock tennis takes down Merced
The Turlock High Tennis team remains undefeated (4-0) after taking down the Merced High Bears in Tuesday's home match. Merced rallied and fought hard, but the Bulldogs came away with the 8-1 victory as four of the nine matches went three sets for the 'Dogs. "It was a great win for us today; we were co-champs last year with Merced and it felt good to pull off a solid win," Turlock tennis ...
Turlock golf comes away with first place finish
Turlock High took 1st place at the Central California Conference Mid-Season 18-hole tournament that was held at Pheasant Run in Chowchilla, as they shot 460 as a team, Merced placed second (461) and Pitman in third (493). Leading the way with a score of 84 was Bergen Benedict of Turlock. Benedict, along with Pitman's Taylor Beckwith, both tied for 2nd place. Turlock junior Sarah Garcia shot an 88 while Lyndee Sutton shot an ...
Turlock volleyball tops Golden Valley
Turlock High volleyball hosted its first home match of the Central California Conference season Tuesday night when Golden Valley High rolled into town in an attempt to hand the Bulldogs their second league loss. The Cougars started strong with a hard fought first-set win over Turlock, but the on-court success didn't last as the Bulldogs claimed the next three sets as their own for a 3-1 victory (14-25, 25-22, 25-15, 25-19). "Some ...
Pitman starts shaky, ends homecoming game on fire
The Pitman Pride opened their homecoming night a little unsettled, but soon found their groove and overcame visiting Oakland Tech, 62-20. The Oakland Tech Bulldogs came ready to play, opening the game with an onside kick they nearly got, but Pitman held on. The Pride would strike back four plays later to put on the first points on the scoreboard after a 33-yard Logan Wolfley run. The Bulldogs had major momentum by ...
Yellowjackets dominate Warriors; now eying Crusaders
The Hilmar High Yellowjackets are undefeated, and in their mind underrated, as they prepare for the beginning of Trans Valley League play next week. Hilmar completed its pre-league campaign Friday night with a 47-18 victory over Fresno High, but despite its dominating performance over the Warriors and outscoring its first four opponents 150-39, the 'Jackets still have lingering memories of last year's TVL performance. It's the driving force behind this season's will to ...
Turlock holds on to beat Modesto
It was a thriller Thursday night-full moon and all-when the undefeated Turlock High Bulldogs hosted the Modesto High Panthers. In their 115th meeting, the former Central California Conference foes took the game down to the wire in nail biting fashion. After being blown out a week prior by Pitman High, the Panthers looked to be on their way to another defeat at the hands of the Bulldogs who opened the game with three ...
Turlock, Pitman gain their stride in first CC meet of season
Local cross country runners got a taste of league competition on Wednesday, as the first Central California Conference meet was held at Atwater High. Six schools competed in the first of three cluster meets under the blazing sun. Golden Valley and Atwater led the way in varsity, as four boys and girls were able to place in the top three, respectively. Turlock varsity girls and boys topped out at fourth place, while ...
'Jackets volleyball down Huskies in first TVL matchup
Don't let the numbers fool you. Although Hilmar High has one of the smallest volleyball rosters in its league, it is a team to be reckoned with. The 'Jackets took down the Hughson High Huskies in straight sets (25-7, 25-12 and 25-21) in their first Trans Valley League game on Thursday. Emily Baptista had a huge day for the 'Jackets with 15 kills. Senior Brittney Fielder had eight attempts and seven kills. ...
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Hilmar volleyball falls in state semi finals
It was the most successful season a Hilmar High volleyball team has ever had. Unfortunately, the Yellowjackets' historic run came to an end on Saturday in the second round of the CIF Division-IV state championship tournament. The 'Jackets were off their rhythm from the start and it wasn't until the third game that they began to get in any groove, but by then it was too little too late as they faltered to ...
Undefeated Hilmar headed to D4 championship
Hilmar High is headed to Sacramento. Two years removed from their last Division IV Sac-Joaquin Section title appearance, the Yellowjackets are back in the big game after a thrilling 19-15 victory over Center High on Friday. With the semi-final win, Hilmar broke the school record for most wins with its 13-0 record and cemented a championship matchup with Central Catholic High-a rematch from the 2008 season. "It's special because these kids ...
Central California Conference Volleyball All-League Honors
CCC MVP – Lindsey Vander Weide, Pitman (third year in a row a Pitman athlete has earned this honor: 2012 - Sierah Miller, 2011- Ashley Solis) CCC Setter of the Year – Maddy Halteman, Pitman (2 years in a row) CCC Coach of the Year – Kristen Pontes-Christian, Pitman (4 years in a row) ...
One game away: Hilmar faces Center High in semifinals
With its undefeated record still intact after a 14-7 victory over rival Escalon High in last Friday's Division IV SJS quarterfinal playoff game, Hilmar High finds itself in its second semifinal matchup in the last three years as it prepares to host Center High tonight. The Cougars hail from Antelope and claimed the Pioneer Valley League title with a 4-1 league record. Center is known for its rush attack, averaging 273.6 yards a ...
Hilmar volleyball upsets Justin Siena
Hilmar High's volleyball team is not done, yet. After faltering to Sonora High in the section finale, the Yellowjackets traveled in the first round of the CIF State Division IV volleyball championships only to upset Section champs Justin Siena, in straight sets. Down by eight points in the first game, Hilmar's head coach Patti Harris called a crucial timeout that proved to be the difference maker, because the 'Jackets did not let down ...
Battle of North and South — in the pool
Ninety-seven high school water polo players got one last chance to find victory in the pool on Saturday, at a Central California Conference versus Modesto Metro Conference showdown, held at Turlock High's Steve Feaver Aquatic Center. Approximately 350 spectators were in attendance to watch senior CCC and MMC players showcase their talent in the four game event. "We hope to make this an ongoing tradition to honor our seniors and bring the ...
Pride ready to compete for top spot
Pitman High's wrestling team officially began practice on the first week of November. After winning the Central California Conference three years ago, the Pride are striving for that same success and head coach Adam Vasconcellos feels that this may be their year. The Pride return five key wrestlers this year -all of whom participated in the masters last season-in a varsity squad led by Hayden Mattox, Lorenzo Lewis, Nick Valadez, Logan Wolfley and ...
Turlock wrestling eyeing third consecutive CCC title
It's back to the mat for Turlock High. With the official start of the 2013-14 prep wrestling season just one week away, the Bulldogs are in preparation mode as they get ready to finalize their roster at tonight's Blue & Gold wrestle-off. Turlock enters this season with three state qualifiers from last season in Rafael Herrera, Albino Orozco, and Isaac Bertalotto - Bertalotto being the sole medalist with an 8th place finish. As ...
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