Pictured above is Fillmore’s Alexa Martinez as she takes down her Carson High School opponent. Photo credit Girls Head Coach Michael Torres.
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By Girls Head Coach, Michael Torres

Saturday, December 21,2024-Long Beach, CA. The Fillmore Flashes Girls Wrestling Team had a remarkable showing at the Millikan High School Tournament this past weekend, with strong performances across the board. The event brought together talented wrestlers from various Southern California schools and the Flashes had several standout performances.

Senior Co-Captain Alexa Martinez led the team with a dominant performance, securing the championship in the 145 lbs. weight class with a perfect 3-0 record, earning the top spot in her division with two pins and a decision (3-0).

In the 135 lbs. weight class, Senior Co-Captain Emma Torres fought hard to earn a 3rd place finish, posting an impressive 3-1 record with victories by pin, technical fall (16-0), and major decision (11-0) and one loss by decision (9-10).

The team also saw solid contributions from team members, including Naomi Bonilla (115 lbs.), who finished with a 2-2 record, and Olivia Juarez (110 lbs.), Delilah Cervantez (115 lbs.), and Jasmine Contreras (115 lbs.), each finishing with a 1-2 record.

Skyla Sandoval (140 lbs.) also managed to secure a win, finishing with a 1-2 record. Juliet Bustos (105 lbs.) and Michelle Pinedo (140 lbs.) finished 0-2, Jacqueline Lomeli (130 lbs.) went 0-3, and Candy Aguilar (170 lbs.) went 0-4.

Head girls coach Michael Torres praised the team for their hard work and dedication, noting how each wrestler has shown significant growth throughout the season. “While we have some work to do, every athlete on the team has improved their skills and demonstrated incredible progress,” said the coach.

The Millikan High School Tournament served as a great opportunity for the Flashes to gain valuable experience during the start of Winter Break, and the results will certainly fuel the team’s motivation as they continue their season.

The Flashes will host dual meets vs. Channel Islands High School: Wednesday, January 8th, and vs. Nordhoff High School: Wednesday, January 15th, both events are scheduled to start at 5:30pm. For the full Girls Wrestling Schedule please refer to the FUSD Athletics Website.

Courtesy FHS Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz

FHS Boys Soccer

December 26 and 27, 2024, Hart Varsity Showcase

Varsity Game #1

Fillmore 3-3 Liberty

Goals:

Jesus Angel Avila 2

Abe De La Cruz 1

Assist:

Jesus Canchola 1

Leroy Medina 1

Game #2

Fillmore 1-1 Quartz Hill

Goal:

Xavier Lara 1

Assist:

Marcos Marrufo 1

Game #3

Fillmore 2-2 Oxnard

Goals:

Christian Ramirez 1

Jesus Angel Avila 1

League Record: 3-1-1

Overall Record: 6-2-4

Fillmore’s Goalie, Adán Estrada was recognized as “Goalie of the Season” for the 2018 division with only nine goals scored against him in an 11-game season. Photo credit Adriana Morales.
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On Saturday, December 14, 2024, Fillmore’s California United FC 2018 Boys were recognized as finalist in the Fall Oxnard Soccer League for the 2024 seasons. Pictured (top l-r): Ethan Estrada, Jordan Jasso, Giovanni Mejía, Jonah Villa, and Pablo Cervantes; (bottom l-r): Eduardo Alvarado, Aiden Magaña, Adrian Sanchez, and Adán Estrada. Photo credit Adriana Morales.
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By Adriana Morales

Fillmore’s youngest California United FC Prospect 2018 boys team participated in the fall Oxnard soccer league and made a name for themselves. This upcoming talent fought for first place all season long and were named finalists by goal differential.

Scores are as follow below:
9/14/24: Fillmore’s California United 7-0 Surf G2018
GOALS: Ethan Estrada (2), Giovanni Mejía (3), Aiden Magaña (1), Jordan Jasso (1)
SHUTOUT: Adán Estrada
9/21/24: Fillmore’s California United 5 - 1 Surf Blue
GOALS: Ethan Estrada (4), Aiden Magaña (1)
9/28/24: Fillmore’s California United 4 - 0 Surf Blue
GOALS: Aiden Magaña (2), Ethan Estrada (1), Giovanni Mejía (1)
SHUTOUT: Adán Estrada
10/5/24: Fillmore’s California United 2 - 2 Santa Barbara
(forfeit)
GOALS: Aiden Magaña (1), Pablo Cervantes (1)
10/12/24: Fillmore’s California United 4 - 2 Santos
GOALS: Ethan Estrada (4)
10/19/24: Fillmore’s California United 1 - 1 Nido Águila
GOALS: Pablo Cervantes (1)
10/26/24: Fillmore’s California United 5 - 2 Spartan
GOALS: Ethan Estrada (3), Aiden Magaña (2)
11/2/24: Fillmore’s California United 8 - 0 Surf Black
GOALS: Ethan Estrada (3), Giovanni Mejía (2), Adán Estrada (3)
11/16/24: Fillmore’s California United 6 - 0 Surf Blue
GOALS: Ethan Estrada (4), Pablo Cervantes (1), Adán Estrada (1)
12/7/24: Fillmore’s California United 3 - 0 Surf Black
GOALS: Ethan Estrada (3)
SHUTOUT: Adán Estrada
12/14/24: Fillmore’s California United 2 - 5 Santa Barbara
GOALS: Ethan Estrada (2)
OVERALL Fall Season: 9-1-1

On Saturday, December 14, Fillmore Flashes Boys Wresting traveled to Lancaster for the High Desert Duals Tournament. Pictured are three Flashes who placed in the tournament, Brendan Morales (2nd Place), Tony Lemus (1st Place), Emiliano Castanon (2nd Place). Photo credit Boys Head Coach Manuel Ponce.
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By Girls Head Coach Michael Torres

On Saturday, December 14, Lancaster, CA – The Fillmore Flashes wrestling team competed in the High Desert Duals Tournament at Lancaster High School. The tournament began on a high note for Fillmore in Round 1, as they defeated Excelsior High School with a dominating 44-0 victory.

In Round 2, Fillmore received a bye.

In Round 3 the Flashes lost to Golden Valley High School, 66-18.

In Round 4, the Flashes lost to Adelanto High School, 66-12.

In Round 5, the team bounced back, securing a strong 36-18 win over Junípero Serra Catholic High School.

Round 6 brought a dramatic showdown against Dos Pueblos, where Fillmore tied the match 34-34. However, due to the 6th tie breaking criteria—where the team with the fewest forfeits prevails—Fillmore was edged out by Dos Pueblos and lost.

Fillmore had some standout individual performances. Tony Lemus took 1st place going undefeated in the 120 lbs weight class. Emiliano Castanon (144 lbs) and Brendan Morales (165 lbs) each earned 2nd place finishes. Additionally, Brennon Ballard earned a well-deserved 3rd place finish in the 150 lbs category.

The Fillmore Flashes’ next two home meets will be Wednesday, January 8th vs. Channel Islands HS (Youth Night) and Wednesday, January 15th vs. Nordhoff HS (Senior Night) both Citrus Coast League matches are scheduled to start at 5:30pm at the FHS Gym.

For more information on the Fillmore HS wrestling schedule visit the FUSD Athletics Website.

Courtesy FHS Girls Soccer Coaches Arnold G Muñoz (JV) & Jose Luis Lomeli (Varsity)

December 20, 2024, Fillmore vs. Santa Paula High School

Fillmore High School Girls Soccer Varsity Score:

Santa Paula High School 1 - Fillmore High School 4

Goals: Lizbeth Mendez, Karissa Terrazas, Jayleen Porter (2)

Assist: Kim Magana, Valerie Rubio

Shutout: NA

League Record: 4-1-0

Overall Record: 4-1-1

Player of the Match: Brooke Nunez

Fillmore High JV Girls Soccer Final Score:

Santa Paula High School 0 - Fillmore High School 1

Goals:

Mia Muñoz - 1

Assists: N/A

League Record: 4-0-1

Shutout: Layla Bloom

Overall Record: 4-1-1

Player of the Game: Mia Muñoz

On Saturday, December 14, FHS Girls Wrestling competed at Hueneme High School’s “Showdown at the Shore”. Above is Fillmore’s Emma Torres, Skyla Sandoval and Alexa Martinez who had outstanding showings and medaled in the Showdown. Photos by Jimmy Torres Jr.
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Above is the Fillmore Flashes Sophomore Yoseline Cruz dominating during her match against Elisa Velasquez of Camarillo High School. Photos credit Jimmy Torres Jr.
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Story by Girls Head Coach Michael Torres

Saturday, December 14, 2024, Port Hueneme, CA – The Fillmore High School Girls Wrestling Team competed at the Showdown at the Shore Girls Wrestling Tournament held at Hueneme High School. Despite being short-handed due to illness affecting several of the athletes that were unable to participate, the team’s resilience and determination were on full display, with standout performances from several wrestlers, including co-captains Emma Torres and Alexa Martinez.

Senior Emma Torres, one of the team’s co-captains, had an exceptional outing at the tournament, competing in a highly competitive 16-girl bracket at 130 lbs. Emma finished in second place with a 3-1 record, including three pins. Torres has an overall record of 10-3 this season, with 7 takedowns, 6 near falls, 4 reversals, and 7 pins.

Fellow co-captain Alexa Martinez, also a senior, added to the team’s success at the tournament by finishing in third place in the 145 lb bracket. Like Torres, Martinez wrestled in a competitive 16-girl field, compiling a 3-1 record, including 3 pins. Martinez, with a season record of 13-3, has had a remarkable year, with 9 takedowns, 3 near falls, 3 reversals, 1 escape, and 10 pins.

The younger athletes on the team also delivered impressive results. Sophomore Naomi Bonilla continued her standout season by finishing in 4th place at 120 lbs, with a 4-2 record. Bonilla’s performance included 1 pin and 3 decisions, improving her overall season record to an outstanding 10-2, with 15 takedowns, 6 near falls, 2 reversals, 1 escape, and 5 pins.

Sophomore Yoseline Cruz, competing in the same weight class, went 2-2 in the tournament, while Junior Skyla Sandoval placed 2nd in the 135 lb B Bracket earning a silver medal, finishing with a 1-1 record. Junior Michele Pinedo also made her mark in the 125 lb B Bracket, going 1-1 with a pin.

Freshman Jasmine Contreras competed at 120 lbs, going 0-1, while Senior Christine Panopio fought hard in the 135 lb bracket but finished with a 0-2 record. Senior Ava Manzano rounded out the team’s performance with a 2-2 record in the 235 lb weight class.

Girls Head Coach Michael Torres commended the athletes. “The girls represented Fillmore well. Alexa and Emma continue to battle with the top girls in our section and Naomi showed that she can medal at the varsity level. While we were short a few athletes due to illness, those who were able to compete gave it their all,” Coach Torres said.

The Fillmore Flashes’ will host two Citrus Coast League home meets on Wednesday, January 8th vs. Channel Island HS (Youth Night) and Wednesday, January 15th vs. Nordhoff HS (Senior Night) both matches are scheduled to start at 5:30pm at the FHS Gym.

For more information on the Fillmore HS wrestling schedule visit the FUSD Athletics Website.

Courtesy FHS Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz

FHS Boys Soccer

December 20, 2024, Fillmore vs. Santa Paula High School

Varsity: Fillmore 1 - 2 Santa Paula High School

Goal:

Jesus Canchola 1

Assist:

Jesus Angel Avila 1

League Record: 3-1-1

Overall Record: 6-2-1

JV: Fillmore 1 - 5 Santa Paula High School

Goal:

Alonso Arellano

Frosh: Fillmore 1-7 Santa High School

Goal:

Eduardo Solorio 1

Assist:

Nathan Hernandez 1

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.
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Pictured is Flashes Valentin Garcia during his match against Santa Paula in the league opener. Photo credit Head Wrestling Coach Michael Torres.
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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.
At 132 pounds, William Maryon pinned his opponent in the first period, giving the Flashes an early lead.
In the 170-pound weight class, Isaac Rivera staged a comeback. After trailing in the match, Rivera came from behind to pin his opponent.

In the 190-pound weight class, Elijah Hodges showcased his strength earning a win by pin.
One of the evening’s most exciting moments came in the heavyweight bout, where Fillmore’s Valentin Garcia went up a weight class. In high school wrestling, athletes are allowed to move up one weight class to compete. Despite the challenge, Garcia secured a win by pin in a performance that left his teammates cheering.

“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.”
The Fillmore Flashes’ next two CCL home meets will be Wednesday, January 8th vs. Channel Island HS (Youth Night) and Wednesday, January 15th vs. Nordhoff HS (Senior Night) both matches are scheduled to start at 5:30pm at the FHS Gym.
For more information on the Fillmore HS wrestling schedule visit the FUSD Athletics Website.

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

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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

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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

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

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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

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.
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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.
Martin finished 27th overall and captured first place in his division. In spite of taking a wrong turn and running an extra 200 meters, he ran a 3 minute personal best of 1:23:31. Fabian finished in 42nd in 1:28:18 and finished 7th in his division.
After the holidays, and a few days to recover, Martin plans to race the full Marathon in Ventura. That race is held on February 23rd with a 6:30 a.m. start time. Following the Ventura Marathon, Martin will then travel to Boston, Massachusetts and run the 129th Boston Marathon. This race is run on Patriots Day, Monday, April 21, 2025.

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

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December 4, 2024, Fillmore vs. Simi Valley High School
Varsity: Fillmore 2 - Simi Valley 1

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

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

Courtesy FHS Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz

Monday, December 2, 2024, Flashes vs. Pacifica High School JV & Varsity Scores:
Varsity: Fillmore 0-1 Pacifica

Overall Record: 2-1

JV: Fillmore 0-3 Pacifica

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.
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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.

Courtesy FHS Boys Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz

Thursday, November 21, 2024, Non-league Fillmore vs. Royal High School:

Varsity: Fillmore 5 – Royal 0
Goals:
Jesus Angel Avila 2
Abe De La Cruz 1
Jesus Canchola 1
Christian Ramirez 1
Assist:
Diego Magana 1
Hector Hernandez 1
Abe De La Cruz 1
Jesus Canchola 1
Goalkeepers Shutout
Julian Medina
Anthony Cabral
New Overall Record: 2 - 0
JV: Fillmore 0 - Royal 0
Goalkeeper Shutout
Jose Zaragoza
Overall Record: 1 - 0 - 1
Frosh: Fillmore 4 – Royal 0
Goals:
Brian Inostroz 1
Nathan Hernandez 1
Alexander Nunez 2
Assist:
Juan Esteban Rondon 2
Nathan Hernandez 1
Overall Record: 1 - 1
Goalkeeper Shutout:
Jonathan Rodriguez

Courtesy FHS Boys Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz

Thursday, November 21, 2024, Non-league Fillmore vs. Royal High School:

Varsity: Fillmore 5 – Royal 0
Goals:
Jesus Angel Avila 2
Abe De La Cruz 1
Jesus Canchola 1
Christian Ramirez 1
Assist:
Diego Magana 1
Hector Hernandez 1
Abe De La Cruz 1
Jesus Canchola 1
Goalkeepers Shutout
Julian Medina
Anthony Cabral
New Overall Record: 2 - 0
JV: Fillmore 0 - Royal 0
Goalkeeper Shutout
Jose Zaragoza
Overall Record: 1 - 0 - 1
Frosh: Fillmore 4 – Royal 0
Goals:
Brian Inostroz 1
Nathan Hernandez 1
Alexander Nunez 2
Assist:
Juan Esteban Rondon 2
Nathan Hernandez 1
Overall Record: 1 - 1
Goalkeeper Shutout:
Jonathan Rodriguez

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.
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Fillmore Flashes Runner Omar Heredia. Photo credit Angel Laureano, FHS Alumni Cross Country runner.
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By Epi Torres
On Saturday, November 16th, Fillmore athletes competed at the California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section Division 4 Prelims at Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut, California. Athletes competed over a new, challenging 3-mile course with two major climbs, and a finish on the track.

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.

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Fillmore Alumni Run Regionals

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.