Sports Overview

Water Polo: Fresno High School vs Matilda Torres High School

By: Hugo Meza

On Thursday, September 26, 2024, Fresno High School hosted a home water polo game against Matilda Torres High School, marking their second match of the season.

Player #4, Rhett Wright, scored the first goal of the game, followed closely by Player #3, Hugo Meza. Within just a few minutes, Fresno High established an early lead of 2-0.

By halftime, the score had expanded to 6-2, and the team maintained their momentum throughout the second half. As their coach, Mr. Vinuela, advised, “You’ve got to keep your foot on the gas if you want to win.” The players heeded this advice, ultimately concluding the game with an impressive score of 16-4. This victory served as a significant rebound for the team, especially after their earlier loss to Hoover on Tuesday.

However, some players from Fresno High reported claims from Matilda Torres High School's coach, who alleged that Fresno High had bribed the referees and accused the team of employing unsportsmanlike conduct, including punching and kicking.

Player #10, Liam Wright, succinctly encapsulated the team's competitive spirit, stating, “If you ain’t scoring, you’re boring.”