Sports Clawz
October 3rd, 2026- GO CATZ
Thank you for reading about Athletics at WHS
Hello CATZ community ! Taylor Alves Lopez and Andrew Aguilar did a great job contributing to the 2nd Edition of the 2026-27 school year!
In this newsletter you will read about:
- Winter Sports Tryout Dates
- Stand Out Student Athletes
- Athletes Asking Athletes
- Schedules and Registration
- >>>>>>AND MORE WHS Sports Info.
We APPRECIATE our Volunteers
We are looking for volunteers to work at the gates for our games.
Please email elaine_parker@pvusd.net if you would like to Volunteer at our games this Winter or Spring.
Ways to Volunteer :
Volunteer at an Athletic Event. Work at our Gates and welcome our Guests.
Donate food or drink to sell at our Snack Shack
Donate Rally Towels
Connect us w/a business that wants to support WHS Athletics (i.e.food truck, silk screening, team meal)
Please email elaine_parker@pvusd.net to volunteer
Winter Tryouts
Boys Soccer: Nov. 3rd
Girls Soccer: Nov. 2nd
Boys Basketball: Nov. 2nd 4:30 Coach will be hosting a boys basketball information meeting on Wednesday October 28 at 3:55pm in the old gym.
Girls Basketball : Nov. 2nd 6:30-8:30
Wrestling Try outs 11/02/2026 - 11/06/2026 4:00
Registration for Athletics- PLEASE make sure your student athlete is registered.
>>>>>>>>CLICK HERE for PARENTVUE Athletic Registration Link
Having a hard time??
You will need the latest version of Parent Vue Downloaded
You will need ot have a Parent Vue Account
Did you forget your code or not have an account? Come to Back tao School Night on Thursday Sep. 10th for help or call 728-6390 or come to the front office.
All Student athletes need a current sports physical on file. Hard copies are linked here and can be delivered to the Athletic Director's office, located in the Main Office or to our Athletic Trainer, located in the breezeway by the swimming pool.
If you have transferred High Schools and this is your first year at WHS, please see the Athletic Director to complete Transfer Paperwork if you are interested in playing sports.
Remaining Fall Games
Volleyball:
Oct 28 | Rancho San Juan @ WATSONVILLE (Sr. Night)
Flag Football
Oct 28 | WATSONVILLE @ Homestead Varsity 5:30
Cross Country
Oct 31 I *PCAL Championships @ TBD 10:00am
Nov 14 I CCS Finals @ Crystal Springs, Belmont 10:00am
Freshman Football
Oct 29th WHS vs Palma HOME GAME
JV and Varsity Football
Halloween Game ( Fright Night) 🎃🐾📣 October 29th! VS. SLV HOME GAME
Senior Night Game! (Senior Night Lights) November 6th! 🎓🐾📣VS. Monte Vista HOME GAME
Where can you find the Schedules?
Check our WHS Webpage. Scroll to the bottom left where you will find Google Calendar Announcements.
How to Access the WHS Athletics Webpage:
Go to the WHS Webpage
Scroll to the bottom , where you will find games posted under UPCOMING EVENTS.
Enter the Athletic Webpage and EXPLORE.
Another way:
Click here to go to our Mascot Media Page (also located from, the WHS Athletics Page) which has photos, schedules and more.
Athletes Asking Athletes (AAA)
Here is a little bit of data our athletes found out from the survey from last May 2026. More information to follow:
Most students report positive experiences playing their sport, with a significant majority in every grade (75%+) feeling excited to go to practice and agreeing with the statement: “Physical activity helps me feel better.”
Students in all grades feel supported by their teammates (75%+), but said at least one teammate lets their attitude affect the team (66%+).
You are an integral part to helping create a positive youth sports experience for your athletes.
Get involved in the team. If the coach has a snack schedule or needs extra hands at practice, consider helping out if your athlete is open to it.
Being more connected to the team will give you a better understanding of what your athlete experiences.
Before a game, help your athlete prepare with the right rest, good nutrition/hydration, and encouragement.
Cheer positively and show Good Sportsmanship. Everyone enjoys the game much more when the Fans are Positive.
Keep your athlete in multiple sports if they enjoy them! . In most cases, specialization before 12th grade is not a good idea and athletes may not only miss the fun and connection of playing other sports~~ It's a Win WIn!
If your athlete needs support in class, help them to advocate for themselves Early and Often. Students can work with their teachers, with their counselor, with admin. and or with the Athletic Director if they need academic support.
At every possible turn, let your athlete know that you love them unconditionally (by saying it!), regardless of their athletic performance. Enjoy your athlete’s time in youth sports. It goes quickly, and you will want to look back, in conversation with your grown athlete, on the good old days.
You are invited to our Monthly Booster Club Meeting
Join us at the Next Booster Club Meeting: Monday the 16th of November, 2026 6:30 in the library
The Boosters will meet the 3rd Monday of the month in the library at 6:30 pm.
Rockin it in the classroom and on the field
From Ms. Larrus: I would like to give shout outs to our kiddos that worked super hard in Sports white having an animal.
Marley Bowlin - Tennis
Elissa Aguilar - Volleyball
Mia Rodriguez - Volleyball
Jocelyne Flores - Cheer
Bryce Ruiz - Football
Jocelyn Perez - Cheer
From Mr David Patino to Nain Garcia Ferreyra - Cross Country Team Captain for the shout out. Nain is poised to break a school record in running. It can be "good luck on breaking a school record" , or it can be "to the fastest widlcat" I do believe he may be the fastest distance running wildcat.
From Ms Manion: Paula Aguilera: Positive person! Inclusive with everyone on the team. Loves to be on the team, a hard worker, athlete, and comfortable with others. Rarely misses a practice. Gets others organized, and has a sense of humor.
From Mr Federman: Arianna Rodriguez has done an awesome job working with other students and completing her work on time and demonstrating a strong understanding of what we are learning about. Arriana's positive attitude and thoughtful questions make it a pleasure to have in case ! I look forward to watching one of her tennis matches.
From Mr. Nolasco: Nain Garcia. He is not just an amazing runner. He is one of the most polite and well mannered persons I have ever met.
From Mr. Lundberg: Shout out Emalee Callen . She has been on top of her work and has shown great responsibility to start off the year and her high school career.
From Ms Webb: CHEERS!!!
These students are committed to athletics and to their art.
Steven Landa - football,
Valentina Cornejo - tennis
Ariana Rodriguez aka Melody - tennis
Emalee Callen - flag football
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Getting to Know - Christina Nolasco - golf
What's your name, grade, sport, and how long have you been playing?
My name is Christina Nolasco. I'm a sophomore, and I've been playing golf for 2 seasons. Where do you see yourself after high school?
After high school, I see myself attending a four-year university.
Do you still see yourself in the sport or move on?
I could see myself occasionally playing for fun.
, If you could be any athlete for a game, who would you pick and why?
Probably just a professional golfer, because they're all good.
How do you manage life as a student athlete with long practices and late-night games?
I do my best to communicate with my teachers and take advantage of flex.
How would you compare this season to the last, like, what are some major differences?
I definitely learned how to use my clubs a bit smarter. I know I can definitely hit a lot further than last year,
What makes you unique compared to anyone else on the course?
I'm very unique. I'm left-handed. I am the only left-handed hitter on the team.
How do you reset mentally after a performance slump?
It's like, looking forward because you're not gonna flash out isn't what's important anymore. It's always next shot. And I guess just, like, taking a deep breath always helps.
, Pregame like hype music or silence and focus?
Hype music.
What songs do you listen to? Um.. Who seems cooler? Sometimes. Caris won thought.
If your team had a movie made about them, which actor plays you and who plays the coach? I guess maybe, like, Andy Sandberg from Brooklyn Nine-Nine would play me, and my coach would be played by Andre Braugher
Getting to Know - Christopher Gallegos - Cross Country
What's your name, grade, sport, and how long have you been playing?
My name's Christopher. I'm a senior. I have been playing cross country for 4 years.
Where do you see yourself after high school?
At a 4-year university.
Do you still see yourself playing in the sport or moving on?
Not for school, just running on my own.
If you could be any athlete for a game, who would you pick and why?
LeBron, because he's the greatest of all time.
How do you manage life as a student athlete with long practices and late-night games? Caffeine.
How would you compare this season to the last?
It's just different being the oldest one on the team, I guess. Like from freshman to senior.
What makes you unique compared to anyone else?
I guess my journey on the team hasn't been linear, but it has had its ups and downs.
How do you reset mentally after a performance slump?
I just don't think about it.
Pre-game hype music or silence and focus?
Silence and focus.
How do you focus?
Just keeping to myself; I don't really talk to anyone.
If your team had a movie made about them, which actor plays you and who plays the coach?
I would say McLovin from Superbad would play Seth Rogen, and I would play my coach.
Getting to Know - Jocelyn Perez - Cheer
I have been cheering for 3 years. My favorite thing about cheer was making new friends with girls that I will probably be friends with for the rest of my life.
How do you get over nerves? I get over nerves by looking at the JV team that are smiling at me. Their excitement motivates me.
How do you balance academics and sports? I balance them by being well organized and by knowing the dates of when things are due and when practice falls so that I can plan accordingly.
What would your superpower be? If I could have any superpower I would want to be able to mind read so that I could know what people are thinking about. I am a very curious person.
What are some of your favorites? My favorite movie is any Disney Princess movie and my favorite food is Sushi.
What are your plans after WHS? After high school, I am looking forward to going to college and studying animal science.
Getting to Know -Giselle Guzman- Tennis
What's your name, grade, sport, and how long have you been playing?
My name is Giselle Guzman, and I'm a senior. I play tennis, and I've been playing it barely this year.
Where do you see yourself after high school?
I see myself attending a four-year university.
Do you still see yourself playing in the sport or moving on?
I think I will move on.
If you could be any athlete for a game, who would you pick and why?
Any professional tennis player because I would like to play like any of them.
How do you manage life as a student athlete with long practices and late-night games?
I have to, like, organize my time, and I have to be very smart, like, prioritize. It's about priority.
What makes you unique compared to anyone else?
I think I'm more of a goofball, so I goof around, and I think I bring, like, you know, a different vibe.
How do you reset mentally after a performance slump?
I just accept it, and I move on.
Pre-game hype music or silence and focus?
Silence and focus
How do you focus?
I tend to isolate myself from others.
If your team had a movie made about them, which actor plays you and who plays the coach?
We would be SpongeBob, I would be SpongeBob, and my coach would be Mr. Krabs, not because they're mean, just because, you know.
Homecoming
Listen to that School Spirit!
Look at that School Spirit!
Thank you to the Press Box and our Video Crew!
Check out our Athletic WEBSITE - WHS ATHLETICS
How to Access the WHS Athletics Webpage:
Go to the WHS Webpage https://www.watsonvillehs.net/index.html
Scroll to the bottom and find the Athletics Link
Enter the Athletic Webpage and EXPLORE.
https://www.watsonvilleathletics.com/
Check out our Athletic Webpage, which has lots of information , Registration Links, Photos, Messages about GO FAN TICKETS and more.
Click here to go to our Mascot Media Page which has photos, schedules and more WHS information.
Field Rules
WHS Geiser Field rules for all football games:
All tickets will be sold online via gofan.co.
School ID is required for all students to enter (5-star, StudentVue or physical ID)
Students from other schools must attend with an adult or they will not be permitted to enter.
No backpacks allowed.
Adults must use clear bags or be prepared for bag searches.
No re-entry after leaving the field.
Security (staff and police) will be present in parking areas, entrances, and inside the stadium.
Here are a few reminders for our PVUSD games:
Pre-purchase tickets: Tickets should be purchased ahead of time through GoFan~~~~No Cash Accepted. Here is the link to purchase tickets: https://gofan.co/app/school/CA19945
Student IDs: Students from both Watsonville High and visiting teams must show their Student ID to enter. (WHS Students can check in on 5 STAR) Students from other schools that are not playing must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.Students attempting to enter without a parent/guardian will be denied entry and turned away.
No backpacks: Students may not bring backpacks; adults are asked to carry their belongings in a clear bag. All spectators with bags should be prepared for a bag search.
No "Ins or Outs" Policy: Once a spectator leaves the stadium, re-entry will not be permitted. Please plan accordingly.
No Weapons , Alcohol or Noise Makers allowed.
Security presence: Security staff and law enforcement will be present to ensure a safe environment at larger events.
Cheer with Positivity!
We encourage everyone to support our teams with enthusiasm and good sportsmanship. Let’s work together to create an environment where everyone can celebrate and enjoy the game.
Good sportsmanship is a top priority. All players, coaches and spectators are expected to maintain the highest ideals of good sportsmanship and to respect the integrity and judgment of their opponents and game officials.
Thank you for helping us make high school games a safe, fun, and memorable experience for all!
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