Fillmore Flashes High School wrestling hosted Santa Paula for their Senior Night and last home game of the regular season. Pictured above is Gonzalo Landeros lifting his opponent during his match against Aiden Ramirez. Photo credit Jaysa Bernal Martinez.
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Pictured above is Flashes Isaiah Salazar during his meet against Santa Paula. Photo credit Jaysa Bernal Martinez.
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By Head Girls Wrestling Coach Michael Torres
Wednesday, January 7, FHS Gymnasium — The Fillmore High School wrestling program celebrated Senior Night in memorable fashion Wednesday evening, honoring seven graduating student-athletes before hosting league rival Santa Paula in a Citrus Coast League dual at the FHS Gym. In front of a spirited home crowd, the Flashes earned a split on the night, with the varsity boys claiming a dramatic 41–36 victory while the varsity girls battled hard in a 48–36 loss to the Cardinals.
Prior to the opening whistle, Fillmore recognized its senior class for their years of dedication to the program. The girls team honored seniors Delilah Cervantez, Michelle Pinedo and Skyla Sandoval, while the boys program celebrated Emiliano Castanon, Tony Lemus, Gonzalo Landeros and Eddie Padilla. Each senior was acknowledged with family members at their side.
On the mat, the boys team delivered a thrilling performance, edging Santa Paula 41–36 in a meet that came down to key bouts and crucial wins. Freshman Elijah Sandoval powered his way to a victory by technical fall, while fellow freshman Isaiah Salazar secured a momentum-shifting pin. Senior captain Gonzalo Landeros made a statement by bumping up a weight class from 165 to 175 pounds to face Santa Paula’s Aiden Ramirez and earning a decisive pin that proved pivotal in the team outcome. The girls varsity squad traded wins with the Cardinals but ultimately falling 48–36. Seniors Delilah Cervantez and Skyla Sandoval both were upset by young upstarts, suffering losses by pin.
The Flashes final home meet will be Tuesday, January 27, in a non-league dual meet vs. Newbury Park High School.

By FHS Girls Basketball Coach Mark Blankenship
January 12, 2026 – Fillmore vs. Carpinteria High School
Fillmore 41, Carpinteria 49
Leading for Fillmore
Lucy Murillo, 18 points, 11 rebounds, 1 block
Hermelinda Ocegueda, 11 points, 20 rebounds, 4 assists, a block, 4 steals
Yaneli Landin, 4 points, 8 rebounds, 1 block, 1 steal
Andrea Ramirez, 4 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assist, 1 block
Fillmore is now 9-8 on the season, 3-2 in Citrus Coast League
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January 9, 2026 - Fillmore vs. Santa Clara
Fillmore 44, Santa Clara 19, played at Santa Clara
Leading for Fillmore: Yaneli Landin, 17 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, 6 steals; Hermelinda Ocegueda, 9 points, 11 rebounds, 5 assists,2 blocks, 5 steals; Karissa Espitia, 8 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 block, 4 steals
Fillmore is now 9-7 overall, 3-1 in Citrus Coast League
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January 7, 2026 – Fillmore vs. Santa Paula High School
Fillmore 19 - Santa Paula 64, played at Santa Paula
Leading for Fillmore: Yaneli Landin, 8 points, 5 rebounds, 3 steals; Hermelinda Ocegueda, 7 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals
Fillmore is now 8-7 overall, 3-1 in Citrus Coast League

By FHS Girls Varsity Soccer Coach Jose Luis Lomeli Jr., M. Ed. & JV Coach Arnold Munoz
January 9, 2026 – Fillmore vs. Malibu
Varsity: Fillmore High School 2 - Malibu High School 0
Goals: Lizbeth Mendez, Leanna Lomeli
Assist: Valarie Rubio, Kim Magana
Shutout: Isabela Calderon
Overall Record: 5-3-0
League Record: 4-2-0
Player of the Match: Lizbeth Mendez
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December 19, 2025 – Fillmore vs. Santa Paula
Varsity: Fillmore High School 0 - Santa Paula High School 3
Goals:
Assist:
Shutout:
Overall Record: 4-3-0
League Record: 3-2-0
Player of the Match: Mia Munoz

By FHS Boys Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz
January 9, 2026 – League Match - Fillmore vs. Malibu
Varsity: Fillmore 5-0 Malibu
Goals: Abe De La Cruz 3; Abraham Vargas 2
Assist: Julian Medina 1; Abe De La Cruz 1; Christian Ramirez 1
League Record: 1-3-2
Overall Record: 5-4-2
JV: Fillmore 2-2 Malibu
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January 7, 2026 – League Match - Fillmore vs. Santa Paula
Varsity: Fillmore 2-2 Santa Paula
Goals: Abe De La Cruz 1; Abraham Vargas 1
Assist: Christian Ramirez 1; Xavier Lara 1
League Record: 0-3-2
Overall Record: 4-4-2
JV: Fillmore 0-2 Santa Paula
Frosh: Fillmore 1-7 Santa Paula
Goal: Sebastian Rivera

By FHS Girls Basketball Coach Mark Blankenship
December 29, 2025 – Fillmore at Trinity Classical Tournament
Fillmore 17, Burbank 61
Leading For Fillmore: Lucy Murillo, 7 points, 4 rebounds, 1 block; Yaneli Landin, 4 points, 3 rebounds, 1 block, 2 steals; Hermelinda Ocegueda, 4 points, 7 rebounds, 1 steal
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December 30, 2025, Fillmore at Trinity Classical Tournament
Fillmore 52, Palmdale Academy Charter Scholl 22
Leading For Fillmore: Yaneli Landin, 18 points, 11 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block, 4 steals; Hermelinda Ocegueda, 10 points, 19 rebounds, 6 assists, 1 block, 4 steals; Karissa Espitia, 7 points, 2 rebounds, 1 block, 2 steals
Fillmore is now 8-6 overall, 3-0 in Citrus Coast League

By FHS Boys Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz
January 5, 2026 - Fillmore vs. Carpinteria
Fillmore 0-1 Carpinteria
League Record: 0-3-1
Overall Record: 4-4-1
No JV or Frosh games.

By FHS Girls Basketball Coach Mark Blankenship
December 26, 2025 – Fillmore vs. Agoura High School
Fillmore 32, Agoura 45, played at Trinity Classical Tournament
Leading for Fillmore: Lucy Murillo, 11 points, 11 rebounds, 2 blocks, 1 steal; Yaneli Landin, 10 points, 8 rebounds, 1 steal; Hermelinda Ocegueda, 9 points, 12 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 block, 4 steals
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December 27, 2025 – Fillmore vs. Royal High School
Fillmore 43, Royal 44, played at Royal
Leading for Fillmore: Lucy Murillo, 19 points, 22 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 blocks, 2 steals; Yaneli Landin, 11 points, 13 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal; Hermelinda Ocegueda, 7 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 block, 4 steals
Fillmore is 7-5 on the season, 3-0 in Citrus Coast

On Sunday, December 14, Fillmore and Piru runners participated in the 18th Annual Santa to Sea Run Half Marathon. Pictured is Fabian Ochoa and Martin Arredondo, and Angel Fabian Ochoa Arredondo, of Piru Elementary.
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On Sunday, December 14th, several Fillmore/Piru runners competed in the 18th Annual Santa to Sea Run. The half marathon course, 13.1 miles is described as being flat, fast and festive.
Fabian Ochoa and Martin Arredondo took up the challenge of racing from the historic Santa Claus, off the 101 freeway and finished at the Marine Emporium Landing in the Channel Islands harbor. Fabian finished 43rd in a time of 1:28.57, and Martin Arredondo finished 53rd in 1:30.07.
In the Kids K, Angel Fabian Ochoa Arredondo, a student at Piru Elementary, and a member of the Fillmore Condors finished 61st in 6:14.

By Gabriela Santa Rosa, Fillmore AYSO Registrar
The Fillmore 12U Girls Soccer Team won the Area 10W playoff championship during matches held Dec. 6–7 in Ventura, hosted by AYSO Region 39.
Competing in a 16-team division, Fillmore played five matches over the two-day tournament. The team advanced to the finals after a semifinal match decided by penalty kicks, then defeated Ventura 2–1 in the championship game.
The team is coached by Michael Ceballos and Angel Chavez, whose leadership and commitment guided the players through a demanding weekend of competition. Families were also present throughout the tournament, providing consistent support as the team advanced through each round.
Throughout the playoffs, the players represented Fillmore and AYSO Region 242 with strong teamwork and sportsmanship. The team will advance to the next level of competition in Bakersfield in February.

By Head Girls Wrestling Coach Michael Torres
The Fillmore High School Girls Wrestling Team continued to gain valuable experience and recognition on the mat with strong performances at two local tournaments in December.
On Saturday, December 13, 2025, Fillmore competed at the Showdown at the Shore Tournament, hosted by Hueneme High School. Freshman Tania Vazquez turned in an impressive effort in the 130 lb. division, finishing 4th place with a 2–2 record, earning two wins by pin along the way. Also representing Fillmore, freshman Sophia Valdovinos battled through a demanding bracket in the 125 lb. division, placing 5th overall after posting a strong 4–2 record on the day.
On Saturday, December 6, junior standout Naomi Bonilla competed at the Lady Jaguar Tournament at Del Sol High School, where she earned a 2nd-place finish in the 112 lb. division with a 2–1 record, continuing her consistent success this season.
Head coach Michael Torres praised the team’s progress, saying, “Our girls are gaining confidence and improving every time they step on the mat to compete.”
The Lady Flashes will next return to action at home on Wednesday, January 7, when they host the Santa Paula Cardinals for Senior Night in a Citrus Coast League dual at the Fillmore High School Gymnasium. Matches are scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. Fillmore enters the league matchup at 0–1, while Santa Paula holds a 1–1 record.

By FHS Girls Basketball Coach Mark Blankenship
December 12, 2025 – Fillmore vs. Nordhoff
Fillmore 53, Nordhoff 23, played at Fillmore
Leading for Fillmore: Yaneli Landin, 17 points, 11 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 block, 4 steals; Lucy Murillo, 10 points, 13 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 blocks, 3 steals; Meli Ocegueda, 8 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists, 3 blocks, 3 steals; Andrea Rameriz, 6 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist, 4 blocks, 2 steals.
Fillmore is now 7-3 overall, 3-0 Citrus Coast League
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December 10, 2025 – Fillmore vs. Channel Islands
Fillmore 46, Channel Islands 34, played at Fillmore in a Citrus Coast League Game
Leading for Fillmore: Lucy Murillo, 18 points, 18 rebounds, 2 steals, 2 blocks; Yaneli Landin, 12 points, 10 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals, 3 blocks; Meli Ocegueda, 10 points, 15 rebounds, 7 assists, 2 steals, 3 blocks.
Fillmore is now 6-3 overall, 2-0 in Citrus Coast League

By FHS Girls Varsity Soccer Coach Jose Luis Lomeli Jr., M. Ed. & JV Coach Arnold Munoz
December 10, 2025 – Fillmore vs. Channel Islands
Fillmore Girls Soccer Junior Varsity: Fillmore 4 - Channel Islands 2
Goals: Klarize Robledo, D’Andra Amezcua (3) Hat Trick
Assist: Emma Ortiz
Shutout: Melany Pacheco
Overall Record: 3-1-0
League Record: 2-1-0
Player of the Match: Audrina Alba
Fillmore Girls Soccer Junior Varsity: Fillmore 4 - Channel Islands 2
Goals: Klarize Robledo, D’Andra Amezcua (3) Hat Trick
Assist: Emma Ortiz
Shutout: Melany Pacheco
Overall Record: 3-1-0
League Record: 2-1-0
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December 12, 2025 – Fillmore vs. Nordhoff
Fillmore Girls Soccer Varsity: Fillmore 3 - Nordhoff 1
Goals: Jayleen Porter (2), Valerie Rubio
Assist: Valerie Rubio, Kim Magana
Shutout:
Overall Record: 4-1-0
League Record: 3-1-0
Player of the Match: Melany Carapia
Player of the Match: Audrina Alba

By FHS Boys Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz
December 15, 2025 – Fillmore vs. Royal
Varsity: Fillmore 3-0 Royal
Goals: Samuel Martinez 1; Abe De La Cruz 1; Julio Ballesteros 1
Assist: Samuel Martinez 1
Shutout by Goalkeepers: Fernando Jacinto & Sergio Robles
League Record: 0-2-1
New Overall Record: 4-2-1
JV: Fillmore 1 - 0 Royal
Frosh: Fillmore 0 - 7 Royal
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December 10, 2025 – Fillmore vs. Channel Islands
Varsity: Fillmore 3 - 5 Channel Islands
Goals: Abe De La Cruz 1; Xavier Lara 1; Alonso Arellano 1
Assist: Xavier Lara 1; Christian Ramirez 1
League Record: 0-1-1
Overall Record: 3-1-1
JV: Fillmore 1 - 4 Channel Islands
Goal: Sergio Robles 1
Frosh: Fillmore 0 - 7 Channel Islands

Pictured above is Fillmore Condors Eva Dunlap and her awards. Photo credit Head Coach Kenny Leighton.
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On Saturday, December 6, 2025, multiple local youth from the Fillmore Condors Youth Cross Country Club competed at the AAU National Cross Country Championships in Knoxville, Tennessee. Pictured is McKayla Magana with her medals. Photo credit Head Coach Kenny Leighton.
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Courtesy Ken Leighton Jr.
Knoxville, TN — December 6 — The Fillmore Condors Youth Cross Country Club capped off four months of dedication, discipline, and growth with an inspiring showing at the AAU National Cross Country Championships in Knoxville, Tennessee.
What began as a rebuilding year — with nearly half the previous roster moving on to high school — quickly transformed into a season of determination and achievement. The Condors opened the year with 19 athletes, and by the conclusion of the League Championship on October 25, nine runners had earned the right to compete on the national stage.
These nine athletes joined forces with conference partners to represent the Valley United Striders, taking on a challenging, mud soaked course against top teams from across the country.
Two Condors, McKayla Magana and Eva Dunlap, delivered standout performances as members of the Valley United 8U Gremlin Girls team, helping secure a National Championship title.
Individual race results for the Condors included:
Luna Ochoa — 4K in 19:20
Yanir Acevado — 4K in 17:40
Christine Beltran — 3K in 13:49
Nate Magana — 3K in 12:46
Zack Magana — 3K in 13:34
Ares Sanchez — 2K in 8:57
McKayla Magana — 2K in 9:18
Eva Dunlap — 2K in 9:16
CJ Ibarra — 1K in 7:22 (youngest Condor competitor)
The Fillmore Condors coaching staff and community expressed tremendous pride in the athletes’ accomplishments, resilience, and sportsmanship throughout the season.
Coaches said the team’s performance reflects steady progress throughout the season and signals continued growth for the program.
“We are incredibly proud of our runners and the program they are rebuilding,” the club shared. “Their commitment and heart were on full display at Nationals, and this experience will fuel the next chapter of Condors cross country.”
For information on the upcoming Track Field season and information on the Condors 2026 season Please visit WWW.Blazerstrack.org
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Fillmore Area Youth Excel at AAU Nationals
By Epi Torres
On Saturday, December 6th, several youth cross country runners from Fillmore, Piru, Santa Paula, and Ventura competed at the AAU Cross Country Nationals in Knoxville, Tennessee, running under the banner of the Valley United Striders. A total of 132 athletes participated in races ranging from 1 kilometer to 5 kilometers across age groups from 6 and under to 14 years of age. In the youngest division (6 and under, 1K), Fillmore Condor Christian Ibarra finished 69th with a time of 7:22.4. In the 7-8 age group (2K), Ventura's Ares Sanchez placed 62nd (8:57.4), while fellow Ventura athletes Eva Dunlap and McKayla Magana finished 33rd (9:16.0) and 35th (9:18.6), respectively. The Valley United Striders were the number 1 team in this division. Moving up to the 9-10 Boys 3K, Fillmore Condor Zachariah Magana finished 153rd (13:34.0). In the 11-12 Boys 3K, Nathaniel Magana, also a Condor, placed 202nd (12:46.3). The 13-14 age group featured a 4K distance, where Ventura's Yahir Acevedo finished 202nd (17:40.3), and Fillmore Condor Luna Ochoa placed 152nd (19:20.2). These athletes will now shift their focus to preparing for the upcoming track season, which is scheduled to begin in February.

Pictured above is Fillmore Condors Eva Dunlap and her awards. Photo credit Head Coach Kenny Leighton.
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On Saturday, December 6, 2025, multiple local youth from the Fillmore Condors Youth Cross Country Club competed at the AAU National Cross Country Championships in Knoxville, Tennessee. Pictured is McKayla Magana with her medals. Photo credit Head Coach Kenny Leighton.
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Courtesy Ken Leighton Jr.
Knoxville, TN — December 6 — The Fillmore Condors Youth Cross Country Club capped off four months of dedication, discipline, and growth with an inspiring showing at the AAU National Cross Country Championships in Knoxville, Tennessee.
What began as a rebuilding year — with nearly half the previous roster moving on to high school — quickly transformed into a season of determination and achievement. The Condors opened the year with 19 athletes, and by the conclusion of the League Championship on October 25, nine runners had earned the right to compete on the national stage.
These nine athletes joined forces with conference partners to represent the Valley United Striders, taking on a challenging, mud soaked course against top teams from across the country.
Two Condors, McKayla Magana and Eva Dunlap, delivered standout performances as members of the Valley United 8U Gremlin Girls team, helping secure a National Championship title.
Individual race results for the Condors included:
Luna Ochoa — 4K in 19:20
Yanir Acevado — 4K in 17:40
Christine Beltran — 3K in 13:49
Nate Magana — 3K in 12:46
Zack Magana — 3K in 13:34
Ares Sanchez — 2K in 8:57
McKayla Magana — 2K in 9:18
Eva Dunlap — 2K in 9:16
CJ Ibarra — 1K in 7:22 (youngest Condor competitor)
The Fillmore Condors coaching staff and community expressed tremendous pride in the athletes’ accomplishments, resilience, and sportsmanship throughout the season.
Coaches said the team’s performance reflects steady progress throughout the season and signals continued growth for the program.
“We are incredibly proud of our runners and the program they are rebuilding,” the club shared. “Their commitment and heart were on full display at Nationals, and this experience will fuel the next chapter of Condors cross country.”
For information on the upcoming Track Field season and information on the Condors 2026 season Please visit WWW.Blazerstrack.org
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Fillmore Area Youth Excel at AAU Nationals
By Epi Torres
On Saturday, December 6th, several youth cross country runners from Fillmore, Piru, Santa Paula, and Ventura competed at the AAU Cross Country Nationals in Knoxville, Tennessee, running under the banner of the Valley United Striders. A total of 132 athletes participated in races ranging from 1 kilometer to 5 kilometers across age groups from 6 and under to 14 years of age. In the youngest division (6 and under, 1K), Fillmore Condor Christian Ibarra finished 69th with a time of 7:22.4. In the 7-8 age group (2K), Ventura's Ares Sanchez placed 62nd (8:57.4), while fellow Ventura athletes Eva Dunlap and McKayla Magana finished 33rd (9:16.0) and 35th (9:18.6), respectively. The Valley United Striders were the number 1 team in this division. Moving up to the 9-10 Boys 3K, Fillmore Condor Zachariah Magana finished 153rd (13:34.0). In the 11-12 Boys 3K, Nathaniel Magana, also a Condor, placed 202nd (12:46.3). The 13-14 age group featured a 4K distance, where Ventura's Yahir Acevedo finished 202nd (17:40.3), and Fillmore Condor Luna Ochoa placed 152nd (19:20.2). These athletes will now shift their focus to preparing for the upcoming track season, which is scheduled to begin in February.

By FHS Girls Basketball Coach Mark Blankenship
December 6, 2025 – Fillmore vs. Golden Valley
Varsity: Fillmore 20, Golden Valley 38, Played at North East Valley Tournament
Leading for Fillmore: Lucy Murillo, 6 points, 12 rebounds, 2 blocks, 1 steal; Yaneli Landin 6 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 blocks, 2 steals; Meli Ocegueda, 2 points, 11 rebounds, 2 assist, 4 blocks, 2 steals
Fillmore is now 5-3 on the season
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December 5, 2025 – Fillmore vs. Hueneme
Varsity: Fillmore 51, Hueneme 8, played at Hueneme
Leading for Fillmore: Karissa Espitia, 10 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal; Lucy Murillo, 9 points, 10 rebounds, 1 block, 2 steals; Yaneli Landin, 14 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 block, 1 steal; Meli Ocegueda, 4 points, 12 rebounds, 7 assists, 1 block, 2 steals
Fillmore is no 5-2 on the season, 1-0 in Citrus Coast League
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December 3, 2025, - Fillmore vs. Verdugo
Varsity: Fillmore 36, Verdugo Hills 61, Played at North East Valley Tournament
Leading for Fillmore: Yaneli Landin, 14 points, 10 rebounds, 1 assist, 2 steals; Meli Ocegueda, 10 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists, 4 steals; Lucy Murillo, 6 points, 13 rebounds, 2 blocks
Fillmore is now 4-2 on the season

By FHS Girls Soccer Coach Jose Luis Lomeli Jr., M. Ed.
December 5, 2025 – Fillmore vs. Hueneme High School
Junior Varsity: Fillmore High School 11 - Hueneme High School 0
Goals: Barbara Soltero, Klarize Robledo (2), Sophia Ocegueda (2), D’Andra Amezcua (6) Hat Trick
Assist: Emma Ortiz, D’Andra Amezcua, Sophia Ocegueda, Mia Vaca, Jozlyn Alvarez, Desiree Marrufo, Aliana Manzano (2)
Shutout: Melany Pacheco
Overall Record: 2-1-0
League Record: 1-1-0
Player of the Match: D’Andra Amezcua
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December 3, 2025 – Fillmore vs. Carpinteria High School
Varsity: Fillmore High School 3 Carpinteria High School 1
Goals: Jayleen Porter, Kim Magana (2)
Assist: Alondra Leon (2)
Shutout:
Overall Record: 2-1-0
League Record: 1-1-0
Player of the Match: Kim Magana
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Fillmore Girls Soccer Varsity: 12/3/2025
Fillmore High School 0 Carpinteria High School 1
Goals:
Assist:
Shutout:
Overall Record: 1-1-0
League Record: 0-1-0
Player of the Match: Isabella Calderon

By FHS Boys Soccer Coach Javier Alcaraz
December 5, 2025 - Fillmore vs. Hueneme High School
Varsity: Fillmore 1-1 Hueneme
Goal: Emanuel Hernandez
Assist: Hector Hernandez
League Record: 0-0-1
Overall Record: 3-0-1
JV: Fillmore 1-1 Hueneme
Goal: Alex Nunez
Assist: Daniel Ortiz