By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
On Tuesday, December 10, 2024, FHS Wrestling took on rival Santa Paula in a dual meet for the Citrus Coast League Opener. Pictured is Fillmore’s Isaac Rivera during his match trying to keep his opponent down. Photo credit Head Wrestling Coach Michael Torres. Enlarge Photo Pictured is Flashes Valentin Garcia during his match against Santa Paula in the league opener. Photo credit Head Wrestling Coach Michael Torres. Enlarge Photo By Head Wrestling Coach Michael Torres On Tuesday, December 10,2024- Isbell Middle School, Santa Paula, CA - In a wrestling dual meet held at Isbell Middle School, the Fillmore Flashes triumphed over the Santa Paula Cardinals. The evening started with one lone Junior Varsity Boys’ match, where Fillmore’s Thomas Torres lost by pin to give the Cardinals a 6-0 team win. In high school wrestling, team points are given for pin (6 pts), forfeit (6 pts), disqualification (6 pts), injury default (6 pts), technical fall- a win by 15 points (5 pts), major decision- a win by 8 points or more (4 pts) and decision- a win by less than 8 point (3 pts). The Varsity Girls’ team won in a forfeit heavy match, finishing with a 48-24 score against the Cardinals. The Flashes’ girls’ squad continues to display its depth as one of the teams to contend for the Citrus Coast League girls team title. The Citrus Coast Wrestling League features teams representing Channel Islands, Fillmore, Hueneme, Nordhoff and Santa Paula High Schools. The Varsity Boys’ division capped off the night with a Flashes 66-12 victory. In the 190-pound weight class, Elijah Hodges showcased his strength earning a win by pin. “Valentin’s decision to move up a weight class shows his commitment to the team,” said Head Boys Coach Manuel Ponce. “He knew it would be tough, but he went out there and got the job done. His pin was a high point in our victory tonight.” |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Courtesy FHS Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz December 16, 2024, Fillmore Boys Soccer vs. Nordhoff High School Varsity: Fillmore 1 - Nordhoff 0 Goal: Jesus Angel Avila League Record: 3-0-1 Overall Record: 6-1-1 Shutout: Julian Medina JV: Fillmore 3 – Nordhoff 1 Goals: Luis Vigil - 2 Nathan Hernandez- 1 *** December 13, 2024, Fillmore Boys Soccer vs. Channel Islands High School Varsity: Fillmore 1 - Channel Islands 1 Goal: Giovanni Valdez 1 Assist: Edgar Castellon League Record: 2-0-1 Overall Record: 5-1-1 JV: Fillmore 1 - Channel Islands 3 Goal: Nathaniel Negrete 1 Frosh: Fillmore 0 - Channel Islands 8 *** December 11, 2024, Fillmore Boys Soccer vs. Hueneme High School Varsity: Fillmore 3 - Hueneme 2 Goals: Jesus Angel Avila 2 Julio Ballesteros 1 Assist: Christian Ramirez 1 Xavier Lara 1 League Record: 2-0 Overall Record: 5-1 JV: Fillmore 1-2 Hueneme Goal: Emanuel Hernandez 1 Assist: Abraham Vargas 1 League Record: 0-1-1 |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
Courtesy FHS Girls Soccer Coaches Arnold G Muñoz (JV) & Jose Luis Lomeli (Varsity) December 16, 2024, Fillmore Girls Soccer vs. Nordhoff High School Varsity Score: Nordhoff High School 1 - Fillmore High School 5 Goals: Kim Magana (2), Lizbeth Mendez (2), Jaylene Porter (1) Assist: Karissa Terrazas (2), Valerie Rubio (1) Shutout: NA League Record: 3-1-0 Overall Record: 3-1-1 Player of the Match: Natalia Vigil Fillmore JV Girls High School Soccer Final Score: Nordhoff High School 0 - Fillmore High School 14 Goals: Desiree Marrufo - 1 Barbara Soltero - 1 Ava Nunez - 1 Emma Ortiz - 1 Danna Castillo - 1 D’Andra Amezcua - 2 Jasmine Gonzalez - 3 (Hat-Trick) Sophia Ocegueda - 4 Assists: Sophia Ocegueda 1, D’Andra Amezcua 1, Kaliah Sanchez 1, Jozlyn Alvarez 1, Danna Castillo 2, Sarah Cedillos 2, Mia Munoz 4. League Record: 3-0-1 Shutout: Layla Bloom / Melany Pacheco Overall Record: 3-1-1 Player of the Game: Andrea Gamez *** December 13, 2024, Fillmore Girls Soccer vs. Channel Islands High School Varsity Score: Channel Island High School 0 - Fillmore High School 2 Goals: Kim Magana, Karissa Terrazas Assist: Jayleen Porter (2) Shutout: Alorah Salas League Record: 2-1-0 Overall Record: 2-1-1 Player of the Match: Lizbeth Mendez Fillmore JV Girls High School Soccer Final Score: Channel Islands High School 2 - Fillmore High School 2 Goals: Jasmine Gonzalez - 1 Danna Castillo - 1 Assists: Mia Munoz 1 League Record: 2-0-1 Overall Record: 2-1-1 Player of the Game: Danna Castillo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, December 12th, 2024
On Sunday, December 8, 2024, local runners Martin Arredondo and Fabian Ochoa competed in the “Santa to the Sea Half Marathon” in Oxnard, finishing 42nd and 27th with plans to run in the 129th Boston Marathon. Photo credit Martin Arredondo. Enlarge Photo By Epi Torres On Sunday, December 8th, former Fillmore athletes, Martin Arredondo, and Fabian Ochoa competed in the Santa to the Sea Half Marathon, a 13.1 mile run. The Half Marathon starts at the giant Santa located along Interstate Highway 101 and continues through the strawberry fields of Oxnard before heading to historic downtown Oxnard and ending at Marine Emporium Landing. |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, December 12th, 2024
Courtesy FHS Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz December 6, 2024, Fillmore vs. Carpinteria High School Varsity: Fillmore 4 – Carpinteria 2 Goals: Jesus Angel Avila 3 Abe De La Cruz 1 Assist: Abe De La Cruz 1 Jesus Angel Avila 1 League Record: 1-0 Overall Record 4-1 JV: Fillmore 1 - Carpinteria 1 Goal: Evans Ramirez 1 Frosh: Fillmore 0 - Carpinteria 2 *** December 4, 2024, Fillmore vs. Simi Valley High School Goals: Jesus Angel Avila 1 Abe De La Cruz 1 Assist: Santiago Avila 1 Javier Cisneros 1 Player of the match: Julio Ballesteros Overall Record: 3-1 JV: Fillmore 0 - Simi Valley 2 Frosh: Fillmore 1 - Simi Valley 2 Goal: Alex Nunez |
On Thursday, December 5, 2024, Fillmore Flashes Boys and Girls Wrestling took on Newbury Park High. Pictured is Flashes Elijah Hodges during his match as he tries to get the upper hand on his opponent. Photo credit Daniel Cruz. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, December 12th, 2024
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By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, December 12th, 2024
Courtesy FHS Girls Soccer Coaches Arnold G Muñoz (JV) & Jose Luis Lomeli (Varsity) December 6, 2024, Fillmore vs. Carpinteria High School Varsity: Carpinteria 1 - Fillmore 0 Goals: Assist: League Record: 0-0-1 Non- League record: 0-0-1 Overall Record: 0-1-1 Player of the match: Elena Garcia JV: Carpinteria 1 - Fillmore 7 Goals: Danna Castillo - 1 Jozlyn Alvarez - 1 Mia Munoz - 1 Sophia Ocegueda - 2 D’Andra Amezcua - 2 Assists: Ava Nunez 1, Jasmine Gonzalez 2, Mia Munoz 2. League Record: 1-0-0 Non- League record: 1-1-0 Overall Record: 1-1-0 Player of the Game: Sophia Ocegueda |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, December 5th, 2024
Courtesy FHS Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz Monday, December 2, 2024, Flashes vs. Pacifica High School JV & Varsity Scores: Overall Record: 2-1 JV: Fillmore 0-3 Pacifica |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, November 27th, 2024
On Wednesday, November 20, Fillmore Girls Wrestling took on the Agoura Chargers. Pictured above is Fillmore’s Celeste Juarez (grade 12) during her match where she defeated her opponent. Enlarge Photo By Michael Torres, FHS Wrestling Coach The Fillmore Flashes triumphed over the Agoura Chargers in a forfeit-heavy girls wrestling dual meet, securing a decisive 60-12 victory on Wednesday, November 20th at Fillmore High School. The Lady Flashes in their second year under Girls Head Coach Michael Torres showcased their depth vs. a limited number of Agoura athletes. Fillmore received seven forfeits while Agoura received two. A forfeit in high school wrestling occurs when an opponent in one of the established fourteen weight classes fails to appear for a match, and the other wrestler is present and ready to wrestle. The forfeiting team loses the match, while the winning wrestler receives 6 team points. Even with the discrepancy in forfeits, the Flashes athletes shined in head-to-head competition, with three standout performances that sealed the team’s commanding victory. At 115 pounds, Celeste Juarez (grade 12) delivered a dominant win, pinning her opponent in the second period and putting the Flashes on the board early. Naomi Bonilla (grade 10) followed suit in the 130-pound weight class, executing a first period pin to continue the momentum. Alexa Martinez (grade 12) in the 155-pound division, also secured a pin in the second period, further boosting Fillmore’s lead. Other Fillmore wrestlers, including those who won by forfeit, contributed to the lopsided score. Coach Torres shared his pride in his team’s performance, emphasizing the importance of strong preparation. “We’ve been focusing a lot on foundational techniques, and it showed tonight. Our girls that competed went undefeated, all winning by pin, and I’m proud of each of them for their efforts. Unfortunately, we still have a couple of holes in our lineup, and we are missing girls in the 100 lbs. and 110 lbs. weight classes. It would be great to have representatives in every weight class.” The FHS Girls Wrestling Team will next compete in their first tournament at Pacifica High School, Saturday, Nov. 23 and will return to team action at Del Sol High School in Oxnard on Tuesday, Nov. 26. The next home meet will not be until Wednesday, January 8th vs. Channel Islands. Full results: Fillmore Flashes 60, Agoura Chargers 12. Fillmore: 115 lbs: Celeste Juarez win by pin, 120 lbs: Delilah Cervantez win via forfeit, 125 lbs: Jasmin Contreras win via forfeit, 130 lbs: Naomi Bonilla win by pin, 135 Natalia Herrera win via forfeit, 140 lbs. Team Co-Captain Emma Torres win via forfeit, 145 lbs. Karina Vergara win via forfeit, 155 lbs: Team Co-Captain Alexa Martinez win by pin, 170 lbs. Candy Aguila win via forfeit, 235 lbs. Ava Manzano win via forfeit. Agoura: 100 lbs: Allison Park win via forfeit, 110 lbs. Haley Ruiz win via forfeit. |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, November 27th, 2024
Courtesy FHS Boys Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz Thursday, November 21, 2024, Non-league Fillmore vs. Royal High School: Varsity: Fillmore 5 – Royal 0 |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, November 27th, 2024
Courtesy FHS Boys Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz Thursday, November 21, 2024, Non-league Fillmore vs. Royal High School: Varsity: Fillmore 5 – Royal 0 |
On Saturday, November 16, 2024, the Flashes Cross Country Boys & Girls teams competed in the California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section Division 4 Prelims. The Flashes will be advancing to the next round. Pictured (l-r) are: junior Jannet Vega, senior Jessica Orozco, junior Miley Tello, junior Melanie Flores, senior Omar Heredia, junior Michelle Setty, senior Diana Santa Rosa, and senior Jacqueline Olivares. Photo credit Angel Laureano, FHS Alumni Cross Country runner. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, November 21st, 2024
Pictured (l-r) are Flashes Jacqueline Olivares, Miley Tello and Melanie Flores during their meet at the CIF Prelims at Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut, California. Photo credit Angel Laureano, FHS Alumni Cross Country runner. Enlarge Photo Fillmore Flashes Runner Omar Heredia. Photo credit Angel Laureano, FHS Alumni Cross Country runner. Enlarge Photo By Epi Torres The girls were led by Jessica Orozco back from an injury that has kept her from racing this season. This was Jessie’s 3rd race of the season. She finished in 27th place in 20:45.8. She was followed by Jacqueline Olivares 38th in 22:09.2, Miley Tello 44th in 22:33.1, Diana Santa Rosa 45th in 22:34.5. Melanie Flores 46th in 22:34.7, Jannet Vega 73rd in 25:03.4, and Michelle Setty 87th in 27:01.1. In the team competition, Fillmore girls were 6th. They did not advance to next week’s Finals. Fillmore’s only runner in the boy’s division was Omar Heredia. Omar’s courageous attempt to qualify for next week’s finals, saw him lead the first two miles of the race before he was caught by the chase pack. Omar finished in 19th place in his best time on this course of 16:51.8. Omar did not advance to Finals. *** Fillmore’s Camilo Torres competed in the NCAA Division 1 Regionals held on the Colfax Golf Course in Colfax, Washington. Camilo ran a 10-kilometer race (6.2 miles) in 32:55.1, placing 163rd. In the team competition, Cal State University of Northridge finished in 28th place. On Saturday, November 16th Nataly Vigil of Cal Lutheran University ran in the NCAA Division 3 Championships in Milo McIver Park in Oregon. The race was run over a 6-kilometer course (4.97 miles). Nataly finished in 94th in a new personal best time of 24:03.4. In the team competition, the Cal Lutheran team finished in 20th. |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, November 21st, 2024
On November 13, Flashes Boys & Girls Wrestling hosted an intra-squad scrimmage meet to prepare for the upcoming season. Above is Christine Panopio vs. Skyla Sandoval. Enlarge Photo On Wednesday, November 13, 2024, FHS Boys & Girls wrestling competed in their 1st annual intra-squad scrimmage. Above is Naomi Bonilla vs. Delilah Cervantez. Inset, Tony Lemus vs. James Alcantar. Photo credit Yoseline Cruz. Enlarge Photo Courtesy Michael Torres, FHS Wrestling Coach One girls wrestling highlight of the evening came during a match between first year wrestler Naomi Bonilla (grade 10) and three year veteran Delilah Cervantez (grade 11). Despite her inexperience at the high school level, Bonilla displayed remarkable technical prowess, before ultimately defeating her teammate. “Naomi showed why we’re so excited about her future,” said Girls Head Coach Michael Torres. “She’s going to be someone to watch. It shows that we’ve got a nice mix of experienced leaders and newcomers. That can be a recipe for success in this sport.” In the boys’ division, newcomer Jesse Cavasos (grade 11) made an impressive debut, showcasing an aggressive style that caught the attention of both fans and coaches. The first-year junior showcased a combination of quick takedowns and strong top control. Veterans Emma Torres (grade 12), Gonzalo Landeros (grade 11), and Tony Lemus (grade 11), demonstrated why they remain the program’s cornerstones by showcasing their skills and abilities. Full Results: Emma Torres over Karina Vegara (dec.), Naomi Bonilla over Delilah Cervantez (dec.), Christine Panopio over Skyla Sandoval (pin), Jasmine Contreras over Jacqueline Lomeli (pin), Tony Lemus over James Alcantar (tech. fall), Jesse Cavasos over Darius Montoya (pin), William Maryon over Angel Rangel (pin), Gonzalo Landeros over Brandon Morales (dec.), Emiliano Castanon over Brennan Ballard (pin), Isaac Rivera over Thomas Torres (pin). |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, November 21st, 2024
Courtesy FHS Boys Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz Monday, November 18, 2024, Fillmore vs. Foothill Tech. & Del Sol. Varsity: Fillmore 5 - Foothill 1 Goals: Diego Magana 1 Jesus Angel Avila 1 Abe De La Cruz 1 Christian Ramirez 1 Xavier Lara 1 Assist: Jesus Angel Avila 2 Hector Hernandez 1 Xavier Lara 1 Player of the Match: Jesus Angel Avila Record: 1-0 JV: Fillmore 6 - Foothill 0 Goals: Alonso Arellano 2 Nathan Hernandez 2 Abraham Vargas 2 Assist: Saul Magana 2 Alonso Arellano 1 Angel Garza 1 Record: 1 - 0 Player of the Match Abraham Vargas Frosh: Fillmore 0 - Del Sol 11 Record: 0 - 1 Player of the Match Edgar Manzo |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, November 7th, 2024
Pictured is Flashes number #22 carrying the ball as he looks ahead to fellow Flashes for a clear route for him to advance. Photo credit Crystal Gurrola. Enlarge Photo Pictured above are Flashes JV players taking down a Cardinal during Friday night’s game. Photo credit Crystal Gurrola. Enlarge Photo Above are the Fillmore and Santa Paula High School Marching Bands performing during last Friday’s halftime show, a longtime tradition for both schools to come together and perform. Photo credit Crystal Gurrola. Enlarge Photo Above are the Cardinals and Flashes JV and Varsity Cheer Squads during their halftime performance. Photo credit Crystal Gurrola. Enlarge Photo On Friday, November 1st, Fillmore Flashes and Santa Paula Cardinals met for the 114th rivalry game, a longtime tradition of the two towns. Fillmore’s JV defeated the Cardinals 24-7; Varsity fought hard but lost to Santa Paula 7-31, ending the 2024 season for the Flashes. Until next year Santa Paula! Info courtesy https://www.maxpreps.com/ca/fillmore/fillmore-flashes/football/schedule/. |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Sunday, November 3rd, 2024
Pictured is Melanie Flores a first-year runner for Lady Flashes Cross Country team. She has trained and improved throughout the season. Her team will battle for the 1st place title in the Citrus Coast League on Thursday, November 7th. Photo credit Kim Tafoya. Enlarge Photo Written By Epi Torres On October 25th, the Flashes Cross Country teams traveled to Walnut, California to compete in the 76th running of the Mt. San Antonio College Invitational. This is the biggest cross country meet in the Nation and is run over a challenging new 3 mile hilly course. This course is also the venue for Southern Section Division Prelims and Finals. Vincent Alonzo led 3 Fillmore athletes in the junior varsity boys race. Vincent placed 60th in 22:22. He was followed by Alexander Diaz 91st in 23:46, and Gabriel Lagunas 93rd in 23:58. In the girls varsity race, Diana Santa Rosa was the top runner for Fillmore. She finished in 48th place in 23:03. She was followed by Jacqueline Olivares 67th in 24:16, Melanie Flores 69th in 24:18, and Janessa Corona 78th in 24:44. The Flashes Cross Country teams will now prepare for League Finals on Thursday, November 7th at Lake Casitas in Ojai. This meet will start at 2:00 p.m. |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Sunday, November 3rd, 2024
Pictured right is Flashes Varsity tackling a Dos Pueblos player in last Friday’s game. Photo credit Crystal Gurrola. Enlarge Photo On Friday, October 24, 2024, Fillmore Flashes varsity football took on Los Pueblos High School. The team played hard but fell short losing 31-19. Overall, the Flashes are 2-7, 1-3 in league. This week the Flashes are ready for longtime rival Santa Paula Cardinals at home for the 114th meeting, on Friday, November 1, 2024. JV begins at 4pm, Varsity at 7pm. Gates open at 3:30pm. Let the Rivalry Continue! GO FLASHES!! |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Sunday, November 3rd, 2024
Written By Epi Torres On Friday, October 25th Moorpark College athlete Angel Garcia and his teammates claimed second place as a team at the Western State Conference Championships. This meet was hosted by Oxnard College. Angel placed 45th, in 22:52.67 over the 4 mile course. *** Westmont at PacWest Championship |
On Saturday, October 19, FHS Cross Country team traveled to Lake Casitas in Ojai to compete in the Ventura County Cross Country Championship; five students medaled at the race. Pictured (l-r) are Omar Heredia (Boys Varsity), Marbella Arroyo Tapia, Michelle Setty, Jannet Vega (Girls JV), and Alexander Nunez (Boys Frosh Soph). Photo credit FHS Alumni Angel Laureano. Enlarge Photo By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, October 24th, 2024
Written By Epi Torres On Saturday, October 19th, the Fillmore Cross Country teams competed in the Ventura County Cross Country Championship at Lake Casitas in Ojai. This meet began at 7:30 a.m., and Fillmore competed in the small school division They were followed by the varsity girls. Diana Santa Rosa led the group of 3 finishing 48th in 21:37.4. She was followed by Jacqueline Olivares 66th in 22:43.3, and Melanie Flores 77th in 24:05.8. The junior varsity girls were the only Fillmore team to run a scoring team. As a team, the girls were 6th. They were led by Marbella Arroyo Tapia 19th in 24:39.3. She was followed by Jannet Vega 28th in 25:26.6, Michelle Setty 31st in 25:54.10, Emily Soltero 36th in 26:19.9, Valerie Rodriguez 56th in 28:51.7, and Megan Robles 69th in 30:44.6. Marbella Arroyo Tapia, Jannet Vega, and Michelle Setty were medal winners. The junior varsity boys finished the day with 4 athletes competing. They were led by Jordan Hernandez 56th in 20:29.3. He was followed by Vincent Alonzo 68th in 21:29.5, Gabriel Lagunas 81st in 22:36.1, and Alexander Diaz 83rd in 22:39.9. |
By Gazette Staff Writers — Thursday, October 24th, 2024
Above is Lady Flashes #9 trying to snatch the Hueneme player’s flag during last Tuesday’s game. Photo credit Crystal Gurrola. Enlarge Photo Pictured above is Fillmore’s first Girls Flag Football team Seniors who were recognized at their last home game of the season. Photo credit Crystal Gurrola Enlarge Photo On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, the Fillmore Flashes Girl’s Flag Football took on Hueneme High School for their last home game of the 2024 season. They also held their very first Senior night, wishing them the best of luck on their next adventure. The Flashes lost to Hueneme 22 – 6. Their last game was October 16, away at Channel Islands, Final score FHS 0 – 41 Channel Islands High. The Lady Flashes completed their first 2 – 19 on the season overall. Good Luck next Season Lady Flashes. Info Courtesy https://www.maxpreps.com/ca/fillmore/fillmore-flashes/flag-football/girl.... |