Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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On September 30, the Fallbrook High School girls’ field hockey team played the Serra Conquistadors. Both teams’ offenses executed well throughout the game, making the contest a shootout. The high-scoring match ended with the Lady Warriors as the victors. Fallbrook came out aggressively at the start of the game. They carefully controlled the ball and showed composure on the offensive side. This resulted in a goal by Lydia Brambila with an assist from Kyle Little. The Warriors c... Full story
When the Fallbrook Warriors celebrate Homecoming this weekend, it will be the first of a new era – one without the pageantry of tissue-paper-covered floats and bursts of steam from make-believe volcanoes, but one that will highlight the tremendous contribution local high school students can make to their community. The change of format for Homecoming was made because the new state-of-the-art track surface installed at Warrior Stadium cannot accommodate the weight of floats b... Full story
The Fallbrook High girls’ field hockey team faced the Hilltop Lancers on September 23. The Warrior defense performed on a high level as usual. The Lancers could not hold off Fallbrook’s powerful offense. The Warriors shut out the Lancers 3-0. In the first half, Fallbrook brought on early pressure. This led to a goal by Lady Warrior Lauren Hughey. However, officials questioned the score and the goal was called back due to a Warrior foul. The erased goal did not matter for Fallbrook. Lauren Hughey scored once again, with an...
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On September 12, the Fallbrook girls’ varsity field hockey team played their first home game of the season against the Poway Titans. Outstanding defenses kept the match scoreless through two 30-minute halves and a 10-minute overtime to send the game into penalty strokes. The Fallbrook goalie’s clutch performance set up a thrilling 1-0 victory for the Warriors. In the first half, the Warriors controlled the tempo of the game and had possession of the ball for most of the per...
Fallbrook High School’s gymnastics team placed second at the Avocado League meet May 6. The Warriors accumulated 194.675 points, finishing behind the 213.4-point total of league champion Mount Carmel. Our Lady of Peace was third with 166.4 points, and La Costa Canyon placed fourth with 142.5 points. “That’s awesome,” Fallbrook coach Debbie Mericle said of the Warriors’ second-place finish. Fallbrook junior Janeva Sandoval won the optional bars event with a score of 9.075 points and finished second in the optional beam comp...
FALLBROOK — The Fallbrook High School Lady Warrior junior varsity softball team has just completed their 26th game, finalizing the 2008 intramural season with their overall record of 7-19. With newcomer coach Al Padilla and veteran coach Richard Reynoso, the junior varsity coaching staff brought about a dynamic that drove the season and its players with a momentum that proved to be inescapably accelerated. Each coach brought an array of drills to the program that provided f... Full story
In 2007 the Fallbrook High School girls gymnastics team won two dual meets, which was two more than the Warriors won in 2006, while losing five. Fallbrook’s 2008 gymnastics team reversed that dual meet record, winning five and losing two. The 2008 gymnasts won their third dual meet of the year on April 16 at Fallbrook High School, and more importantly the Warriors defeated defending CIF champion Torrey Pines in that meet. The Warriors earned a total of 199.2 points while the Falcons accumulated 195.225 points. “It was ver... Full story
FALLBROOK — Emily Bryant, Giovanna “G” Nakamoto and Jahna Jordan are this week’s junior varsity softball’s featured players. These girls are part of the driving force of the team and have raised the bar on sportsmanship. Emily, a returning sophomore, works after practice with a number of the girls to teach them the mechanics of pitching. She gives them 100 percent focus and encourages them with every attempt. She has spirit far beyond that of a typical player. She is always...
FALLBROOK — Carla Mercado, Daniela Iniguez and Danielle Clark are this week’s featured players for the Fallbrook High softball program. These girls all possess a soft exterior, but what is hidden just beneath the surface is fire. Each one lights up the field with her spectacular ability. Carla is a sophomore, playing softball for the first time this season. Her teammates see she has true potential and enjoy her positive attitude on and off the field. “I am so proud of her,” sa...
FALLBROOK- Fallbrook High School’s Lady Warriors softball team claimed victory over the San Marcos Knights the weekend of March 29-30. Momentum has begun to pick up and the girls are starting to show signs of strength and endurance. Pitching was on point. Emily Bryant continues to show she has what it takes to dominate the mound. The Knights found it difficult to challenge her change-ups and fastballs. Offensively, the Lady Warriors looked stronger than ever, making contact a...
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The Fallbrook High School junior varsity Lady Warriors softball team has been on the move. They recently traveled to Kit Carson Park for two consecutive weekends to participate in the North County Tournament. Although they ended the tourney 0-4, the players put forth outstanding effort and displayed a great amount of spirit. Coaches say although games may have been lost, there are still many victories that were made along the way....
Excitement has grown around the diamond this season for Fallbrook High School girls’ softball. The number of players has increased, enabling a full roster for sophomore/freshman, junior varsity and varsity. This can only point to growth and a bright future for the club. Along with the returning Lady Warriors, 15 incoming freshman have been welcomed into the program. Fallbrook Warrior softball has welcomed Al Padilla into the coaching fold. Padilla is an energetic coach who has much to offer the game. He has shown he has what...
Fallbrook’s Suzanne Mellano (#3) keeps her eye on the ball as she prepares to serve against Oceanside in the Lady Warriors’ October 10 match. The Warriors swept Oceanside in three games. Hailey Van Wechel (#6) is ready to make the right-side set for Erica Wilson in the match against Oceanside. With the Oceanside win, Fallbrook’s overall record is 12-2; league 3-0. Coach Galen Tomlinson demonstrates technique to Britney DeStefani during a timeout....
CONWARY, AR — The Hendrix College Athletic Department is pleased to announce the commitment of Fallbrook resident Savannah Saunders to its inaugural women’s field hockey team. During her time at Fallbrook High School, Saunders earned eight total letters, four in field hockey and four in lacrosse. In 2005, she was named MVP of the Lady Warriors squad. She has twice received her team’s Most Inspirational award. In addition, Saunders was named to the All-Avocado League Second Team. She has also played four years of club field...
Fallbrook High School’s varsity and junior varsity gymnastics teams hosted the first meet of the 2007 season on Tuesday, March 13. The Lady Warriors competed against Westview High School, while Poway High School competed against La Costa Canyon. “This is the first time in five years that we have actually held an event at our school,” said Coach Debbie Mericle. “In the past, we have hosted the event at surrounding high schools, so we are really excited.” Last year, the varsity and junior varsity teams, consisting of eight to...
I once again support Jacqueline Develle’s quest for an end to Camp Pendleton’s constant – in one way or another – disruption of the peace and quiet that we should at least occasionally be entitled to in our homes. And to respond in advance to those who cry “unpatriotic,” I invite them to come and spend a week in my neighborhood. An entire week of bombs all day and all night that shake the timbers has to be detrimental to our wellbeing. Add to that the continual whomp whomp of low-flying helicopters from morning to midnight...
On Tuesday night, February 20, the Fallbrook varsity girls basketball team hosted the Mira Mesa Marauders in the first round of CIF playoffs. The Warriors defeated the Marauders 67-48. The Warriors, led by four starting seniors, played an outstanding game as they dominated throughout. The game began with Marshai Iverson receiving the tip-off, followed by Tiffany Hunter getting the lead for the Warriors with the first four points. The first half as a whole was rough and very exciting, as there was much frustration by Mira...
Fallbrook’s goalie blocks an Oceanside attempt. The Lady Warriors won the match....
Last Friday, the varsity girl’s basketball team defeated Oceanside by the score of 49-24. The Warriors (18-5) (6-0 in league) are searching for the Avocado league title. The game, despite a rough start, was full of fast breaks, and physical play. The starters for the game were Kaitlyn Gangnath, Tiffany Hunter, Brooke Harlin, Natalie Zepeda and Marshai Iverson. The game began rough with many fouls called and little points scored. However, Kaitlyn Gangnath hit a three pointer to spark the Warriors. The second quarter was a b...
Jackie DeLauder makes a pass for the Lady Warriors junior varsity water polo team during their match against Mt. Carmel on December 13.... Full story
Fallbrook High School’s girls volleyball team won the San Diego Fall Classic tournament played September 8-9 at the Epic Volleyball Center in Poway. The Warriors won all seven of their matches, including a win over Santa Fe Christian in the tournament finals. Fallbrook won 14 of 15 games and placed three players on the all-tournament team, including tournament Most Valuable Player Carli Lloyd. “It was nice,” said Fallbrook coach Galen Tomlinson. “The first day we were able to get a lot of kids some playing time,” Tomlinson...
On February 17, the seniors on the Fallbrook High School girls basketball team played their last home game against the Carlsbad Lancers. The Warriors (17-11; 7-3 in league) defeated their arch rivals 51-50. The seniors who started the game were Brianna Cummins, Jessie Goble, Vanessa Garcia and Shannon Selman. The Warriors played fundamental basketball, keeping the momentum the whole game. The first quarter began with physical play with both teams playing man-to-man defense. The Warriors had a lead midway through the quarter...
Lady Warriors play against El Camino High School on February 3....
