Above is Fillmore’s Chirstopher Padilla taking his opponent to the mat during his match against Ventura High. Photo credit FMS Head Coach Michael Torres.

Pictured is Flashes Elijah Sandoval claiming victory in his match against Ventura High School. Photo credit FMS Head Coach Michael Torres. See more photos online at www.FillmoreGazette.com.

By FMS Head Coach Michael Torres

On Wednesday, March 26, 2025, the Fillmore Middle School Bulldogs showcased their skills in recent competitions at Nordhoff Junior High School and Sinaloa Middle School against middle school student athletes from Isbell, Nordhoff, Sinaloa, and Ventura Unified.

The team is now gearing up for their final challenge of the season: the Ventura County Middle School Championships, taking place on Friday, April 4th, at Royal High School.