Cal Trojans Football team Finishes 2024 season with an 8-4 Record.

The Cal Trojans Football team finished the 2024 season with an 8-4 record.  This was the second consecutive year that the Team made it to the 2nd Rd of The WPIAL Playoffs.  With the JV & MS Football Team finishing the 2024 season undefeated and 16 players moving up from the MS the future is very Bright for the Trojans.  This Season also provided some landmark achievements with Lee Qualk -rushing/scoring  for a WPIAL leading 2145 yards and 36 TD's for a total of 232 points ( this scoring was 6th best overall in WPIAL History).   Lee also was the 2nd leading rusher in the State!  The Trojans also placed 8 players on the Tri-County South All-Conference Team:SR-Vincent Manzella-SR-Lee Qualk-JR-Aidan Keyes-JR-Landon Ambercrombie- SR-Christian Ross-JR-Noah Layhue-SR Niko Georgagis-& SR Matthew Miller.Receiving Honorable Mention were:JR-Logan Hartley & Soph-Chase ShemanskyConratulations to the 2024 California Trojan Football Team! Go Trojans! 

Cross Country Runners Receive All-Section Honors

Cross Country team members Carter Kent, Lucy Meiss, and Charles Meiss were selected as First-Team All-Section runners by a vote of the coaches in WPIAL Division II, Section 5! Additionally, Niamh McClaflin received an Honorable Mention. Well done to all!

WPIAL 2nd Rd Playoff Game.

The Trojans will play Clairton HS this Friday, November 8th at 7pm.  The game will be played at Charleroi HS.  Tickets can be purchased online through https:gofan.co/event.  Tickets can also be purchased at the gate for $7.  No STUDENT Tickets will be sold at the Gate.    Go Trojans! 

WPIAL Football Playoffs 1st Rdf

The California Trojans head to Laurel High school tonight at 7pm to face the Spartans i n the WPIAL 1st Rd Playoff Game. The game will be streamed through NFHS.  Tickets are $7 at the gate.  The site/address:Laurel HS/MS2497nHarlansburg Rd.New Castle, PA 16101 

Lucia Meiss and Carter Kent Qualify for States

Congratulations to senior Lucia Meiss and sophomore Carter Kent for qualifying to compete in the PIAA Cross Country State Championships! Their impressive performances at the WPIAL Cross Country Championships have earned them a spot at the state level.Carter achieved an impressive milestone by medaling in the Boys Class A race, breaking the school record with a time of 16:48.3 and securing 14th place overall out of 170 runners. Lucy also delivered a strong performance, finishing 28th overall out of 135 runners in the Girls Class A race with a time of 21:25.4.Both athletes will represent California HS at the State Championships on Saturday, November 2, in Hershey. Best of luck to Lucy and Carter! 

Two Trojan Runners Earn All-County Honors

Lucy Meiss and Carter Kent each earned all-county honors at the Washington County Coaches Cross Country Championships at Mingo Creek Country Park on Tuesday. Lucy placed 12th overall in the girls' race with a PR of 22:00.74 and Carter placed 9th overall in the boys' race with a time of 17:41.84.The boys cross country team also took home the 3rd place trophy in the Class A-AA division.Results can be viewed here:  https://pa.milesplit.com/meets/633691-washington-county-coaches-meet-2024/results

BASKETBALL REGISTRATION

BASKETBALL REGISTRATION--For ALL Interested Students Participating In Basketball (7-12), Please Register Through Your Student-Central/BigTeams Account.--This Includes Emergency Info, Physicals, Code Of Conduct, etc.--Student-Athletes Who Have Not Completed ALL Forms Will Not Eligible To Start Practicing.--All Recertification Forms And Exam Forms Can Be Uploaded.--If You Have Previously Provided A Hard Copy Of Your Physical, You MUST Still Fill Out All Sections (Section 6 Will Be Approved By The Department).--Please Follow The Link Provided Below To Access "Student Central" Where Parent/Guardians Will Need To Create An Account For Themselves And Their Student Athlete.--Winter Athletes Need To Have This Completed To Participate.--Please Direct All Questions To The Athletic Department Or Your Head Coach.--https://studentcentral.bigteams.com/index.php?schoolID=45716&keyword=%2Fuser%2Fsignin&districtID=4773--#GoTrojans #TheTrojanWay

Enhance Your Game Day Experience with Trojan Tailgates 2024!

Enhance Your Game Day Experience with Trojan Tailgates 2024! Trojan Tailgates 2024 is now live, offering limited spots in the North Parking Lot (near the discus/shot put pits) for the remainder of the 2024 football season. You can purchase and pick up single-game or season tailgate passes at the High School. Passes can be reserved by contacting the Athletic Department. Price Per Vehicle:Single-game passes: $12 per gameSeason passes: $10 per game All proceeds will directly support the California Trojans Athletic Department, helping us provide enhanced resources for our student-athletes. Please note that the North Lot also serves as parking for the visiting team buses, the California Trojans Marching Band, and EMS services. These tailgate spots are limited to ensure smooth operations for each event. District policies and guidelines will be strictly enforced for all tailgaters. Any and all garbage brought into the lot must be taken out of the lot and disposed

Important Update: On-Campus Activities Suspended Due to Water Main Break

Due to a water main break, all on-campus activities are suspended until further notice.--We’re grateful to our friends at CalU (PennWest) for generously providing field space for our middle school and high school teams to continue their practices.--Coaches and Trojan Athletics staff will be sharing updated practice times directly with their teams.--Additionally, tonight's home Girls Varsity Soccer game against Bentworth has been postponed. A new date will be announced soon.--For today, our athletic trainer will be available, and water and ice will be provided to all student-athletes.--If there are any questions, please email the Athletic Director.--#GoTrojans #TheTrojanWay

Cross County Runners Earn Medals at Marty Uher Invitational

Three Trojan Cross Country runners earned medals at the Marty Uher Invitational on Saturday.Carter Kent finished 8th overall in the Class A-AA Boys race and Niamh McClaflin placed 19th.Lucy Meiss finished 9th overall in the Class A-AA girl's race.

Middle School Soccer Sign-Ups

Reminder!!--MS Soccer Sign-Ups Are Still Live!!--All Fall Sport Sign-Ups Are Available On The Athletic Website Under The "Forms" Tab.--A Link To The MS Soccer Sign-Up Is Below--https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSemR8LCx9l12W.../viewform--#GoTrojans #TheTrojanWay

Girls Varsity Volleyball sweeps Carmichaels 3-0 in 1st Round of WPIAL Playoffs

The Lady Trojans beat the Carmichaels Mikes in 3 straight sets in the 1st Round of the WPIAL Playoffs.Set 1 - 25-19Set 2 - 25-18Set 3 - 25-21Ava Bojtos- 7 AssistsAddisin Gregory- 7 Assists, 4 Digs, 2 AcesMorgan Ross- 6 Kills, 7 Digs, 3 Aces, 1 BlockAddie Frank- 4 Kills, 3 BlocksSydney Dunn- 3 Kills, 2 BlocksBella Smith- 3 Kills, 2 BlocksMady Morton- 2 Kills, 5 Blocks, 3 AcesGiana Smith- 1 Kill, 2 Blocks, 2 AcesHannah Hull- 6 Digs, 1 Ace

Boys Varsity Football vs. West Greene Junior/Senior High School

Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Chartiers-Houston Junior/Senior High School

Lauren Hartley off a direct kick, 30+ yards out.

Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Chartiers-Houston Junior/Senior High School

Leah Hartley 2 goals

Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Bethlehem-Center Senior High School

Leah Hartley with the goal

Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Waynesburg Central High School

Lauren Hartley with the goal

Boys Varsity Football vs. Carmichaels Area Junior/Senior High School

Lee Qualk 23 rushes 216 yards 4 tds 1 2 point conversion

Girls Varsity Volleyball falls to GREENSBURG CENTRAL CATHOLIC 3-0

The Lady Trojans lost to GCC in 3 sets.Set 1- 19-25Set 2- 14-25Set 3- 13-25Addison Gregory- 6 Assists, 2 DigsAva Bojtos- 3 Assists, 2 DigsSydney Dunn- 4 Kills, 1 AssistAddie Frank- 3 Kills, 1 Block, 1 AssistMady Morton- 2 Kills. 4 Blocks, 5 AcesGiana Smith- 2 Kills, 2 DigsHannah Hull- 1 Kill, 7 Digs, 2 AcesHailee Brown- 3 DigsThe Trojans will host Geibal at home on Thursday for Senior Night. JV starts at 6. Senior night will be held in between the JV and Varsity matches.

Boys Varsity Soccer vs. Waynesburg Central High School

California Area Boys battle through a non-conference 2OT tie with Waynesburg Central High.

Boys Varsity Football vs. Mapletown Junior/Senior High School

Cal 58Mapletown 0

Girls Varsity Volleyball falls to Trinity Christian School 3-1

The Lady Trojans fell to Trinity Christian HS in 4 hard fought sets.Set 1- 17-25Set 2- 25-23Set 3- 22-25Set 4- 19-25Addison Gregory- 31 Assists, 2 AcesAva Bojtos- 5 Assists, 2 Aces, 2 DigsGiana Smith- 11 Kills, 11 Digs, 2 AcesHannah Hull- 9 DigsMorgan Ross- 7 Kills, 9 Digs, 3 Aces, 3 BlocksAddie Frank- 4 DigsSydney Dunn- 7 Kills, 1 BlockMady Morton- 8 Kills, 5 BlocksBella Smith- 3 Kills, 1 Block 

Boys Varsity Soccer vs. Chartiers-Houston Junior/Senior High School

Tristan Slavick, Eli Keene, and Charles Meiss scored goals in route to a 3-1 win.

Girls Volleyball sweeps Avella Area Junior/Senior High School

The Lady Trojans beat Avella HS in 3 straight sets.Set 1- 25-21Set 2- 25-23Set 3- 25-4Ava Bojtos- 14 Assists, 6 AcesAddison Gregory- 14 Assists, 5 AcesMorgan Ross- 5 Kills, 6 Digs, 3 AcesSydney Dunn- 7 Kills, 2 BlocksMady Morton- 6 Kills, 3 Aces, 1 BlockGiana Smith- 3 Kills, 5 DigsAddie Frank- 4 KillsHannah Hull- 5 DigsBella Smith- 3 KillsThe Trojans will host Trinity Christian on Thursday. There is no JV. Varsity will start at 6pm.

Girls Varsity Volleyball falls to Frazier High School in 3 sets

The Lady Trojans advance to a 2-2 record in section play following tonight's intense match against the Commodores, bringing their overall record to 5-2.Set 1- 21-25Set 2- 20-25Set 3- 13-25Addison Gregory- 8 AssistsAva Bojtos- 7 AssistsMorgan Ross- 5 Kills, 7 Digs, 1 BlockHannah Hull- 8 DigsSydney Dunn- 4 Kills, 1 BlockMady Morton-3 Kills, 2 BlocksGiana Smith- 2 Kills, 3 DigsBella Smith- 1 kill, 1 BlockHayley Gibson- 2 BlocksThe girls' varsity team will compete this Saturday at Beth Center in the Bulldawg Brawl Tournament and will head to Avella for a non-section game on Monday at 6 PM. Their next section game is scheduled for Thursday, September 26th, against Trinity Christian at home. There will be no JV. Varsity will begin at 6pm!    

Boys Varsity Soccer vs. GREENSBURG CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL, PA

GCC scored 4 goals in the first half before adding 7 more in the second.

Boys Varsity Football vs. Bentworth Senior High School

CaliforniaLee Qualk 12 rushes 259 yards and 6 tdsMalachi Peak 10 rushes 121 yards and 2 tds 

Girls Varsity Volleyball sweeps Geibel Catholic High School in 3 sets

The Lady Trojans defeated Geibel Catholic in three straight sets.Set 1- 25-7Set 2- 25-13Set 3- 25-5Addison Gregory- 13 Assists, 2 DigsAva Bojtos- 11 Assists, 6 Aces,4 DigsHannah Hull- 3 Aces, 3 DigsSydney Dunn- 3 KillsMady Morton- 4 Kills,2 Aces, 2 DigsGiana Smith- 5 Kills, 2 Aces, 5 DigsBella Smith- 2 Kills, 2 AssistsHayley Gibson- 3 KillsMorgan Ross- 6 Kills, 3 AcesAddie Frank- 3 Kills, 2 Aces, 3 Digs The Trojans' JV team emerged victorious as well, securing a 2-0 win.Set 1- 25-8Set 2- 25-15Bayla Galis- 10 Assists, 10 AcesBella Smith- 3 Kills, 3 AcesElizabeth Kent- 5 Aces, 2 DigsGabby Lawson- 4 AcesPresleigh Jobes- 4 KillsOlivia Gibson- 3 KillsThe Lady Trojans currently hold a 2-1 record in their section and a 6-1 overall record. They are scheduled to face the Frazier Commodores at home on Tuesday, September 17th. The JV game will begin at 6pm, followed by the varsity game. 

Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Mckeesport Area High School

The California Girls Soccer Trojans won their first game of the season!  Since this is the first All-girls Soccer team for California HS, this is not only the first game in the history of the school, but the first Win.  While all players were outstanding, playing 10 players versus 11 on the McKeesport Tigers, Leah Hartley got one of her 5 goals with a header!  Leah Hartley 5 goalsLauren Hartley 3 goalsHailee Brown 2 goals 

Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Bethlehem-Center Senior High School

Fantastic game, really tough and both teams worked hard.Leah Hartley had 2 goalsLucia Meiss 1 goalLauren Hartley 1 goal

Girls Varsity Soccer vs. Brownsville Area High School

Leah Hartley 1 goal (one of the most beautiful shots I have ever seen)Angelina Eperjesi 1 goal