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Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor

Jorge is a senior at Taft Union High school. He is the Assistant Sports Editor. This is Jorge’s first year on The Gusher staff, but he seems ambitious and excited to write stories. He is also involved in sports and other extracurricular activities at Taft High. Jorge loves to interview and interact with people involved in the school. He also enjoys writing about the students and teachers who make Taft High an amazing place.

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Senior Drake Null-Silva gets ready to jump in high jump at the Leon Patterson Invitational.

[PHOTO] Athletes shine at CIF South Area meet

Brett Walls, Reporter
May 10, 2019
Jonathan Hopkins running through the first hurdle in his win in this league meet.

[PHOTO] Jonathan “hops” over the competition

Brett Walls, Reporter
May 7, 2019
Jordan Miranda runs the first leg in the varsity boys 4x100 meter relay at a previous track meet on April 10.

[PHOTO] Athletes shine at league championship

Brett Walls, Reporter
May 6, 2019
Jacob Morris giving it his all in the 100-meter dash.

[PHOTO] Track and Field finishes 4th and 5th in SSL Power Meet 3

Brett Walls, Reporter
May 3, 2019
Katz prepares to launch the discus. His focus and intensity is part of his path to success as shown in this image.

[PHOTO] Ilan Katz having a breakout season

Brett Walls, Reporter
April 4, 2019
Senior Juan Guerrero in his playing stance as his opponent serves the ball. Juan was able to win his game in two sets and later won in doubles as well.

Taft high varsity boys tennis defeat Arvin 9-0

Linda Friend and Jorge Castro
April 1, 2019
Senior Juan Guerrero hitting the ball into his opponents side.

[PHOTO] Varsity tennis keeps winning streak alive

Linda Friend and Jorge Castro (ed.)
March 11, 2019
Singles #2 Tyler Nyguen swinging his racket at the ball. Tyler won his match in the third set 10-7.

[PHOTO] Varsity tennis team on a winning streak

Linda Friend, Coach
March 8, 2019
Midfielder Marvin Gama steps to their player to stop the fast break. The defense didn't allow a single goal to be scored on them that night.

Varsity soccer continues in playoffs

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
February 15, 2019
Defensive player Jordan Miranda sets himself up to throw in the ball. The midfielders won the ball against Cesar Chavez midfielders, but unfortunately couldn't put the ball in the net.

Varsity soccer keeps fighting

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
February 12, 2019
Midfielder Oswaldo Flores Mejia lines up a long pass from the center of the field. This pass would be received by Forward Oscar Arellano, who ended the night with an assist to Cristobal Huizar.

Varsity soccer league update

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
January 28, 2019
Left mid-fielder Cristobal Huizar fighting for the ball against a Shafter defender. The Wildcats fought all the way through to the final second in order to come away with the win.

Boys varsity soccer has a great start for league

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
December 20, 2018
Taft vs. Coast Union

Taft vs. Coast Union

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
December 13, 2018
Soccer ball placed in the middle of the Taft High's Martin Memorial Stadium field during halftime for the TUHS Wildcat JV boys' soccer team.

Soccer Preview

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
December 3, 2018
Blue team members Grace Armstrong and Kloie Malone looking ready to play. Their team ended up winning the game.

Powderpuff game ends in blue victory

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
October 31, 2018
Running back Jordan Miranda hurdles a McFarland defender to gain extra yards. He was met by two other McFarland players who pushed him out of bounds.

Homecoming football game ends in disbelief

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
October 24, 2018
Teammates gather around in a huddle to celebrate their win. This was taken shortly after shaking hands with their opponents.

Lady ‘Cats go on a winning streak

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
October 9, 2018
Coletin Hamblin breaking free down the left sidline after intercepting a quick pass. He managed put the team into scoring distance.

Wildcats almost come away with the win

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
October 3, 2018
Offensive line creating space so Brett Walls can make his way down the sideline. Jordan Miranda is seen launching a defensive player and creating a lane for Brett to run through.

Wildcat football hits the road

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
September 26, 2018
Big gains, Big chains. The team chain is raised with pride in between players Jordan Miranda (#3) and Alex Garcia (#11). Both players were able to run the ball into the end zone and lead the Wildcats to victory. The chain is seen as a fun reward that players get to wear after doing something big during the game.

Football Season Is Back

Jorge Castro, Assistant Sports Editor
September 14, 2018
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