By: Lydia Liu

Public Relations Manager

As the LGHS baseball program approaches the final stretch of its season, both the Varsity and JV teams are thriving. Sitting at 7-0 in the league, the Wildcats have built something worth paying attention to, and the players will tell you the record is only part of the story. That sense of unity was on full display earlier this season when the team traveled together to Nashville, an experience that brought the group closer off the field and carried over into stronger communication, trust, and performance on the field.

JV has faced a rigorous run of games in the Santa Clara Valley Athletic League (SCVAL) El Camino Division, especially against strong non-league Bay Area teams like Serra. However, even in tight games, the group has remained composed and resilient, often leaning on the familiarity they have built over years of playing together. 

JV sophomore infielder Dexter Torres pointed to that sense of connection as a defining part of the group. Torres emphasized that the team’s bond goes far beyond just playing baseball together: “What makes the team special is definitely our brotherhood; we have known each other since elementary school.” Even in difficult moments, he said the group’s mentality has stayed consistent. “My mindset is to leave it all out on the field and do everything I personally can to win.”’

Across the JV roster, the emphasis has been less on individual performance and more on staying mentally steady throughout games. Sophomore Hank Lee described that approach as simple but important when momentum shifts. “Just take a deep breath, stay focused, and try not to overthink anything,” Lee said. On handling challenges, he emphasized composure and support: “Just cheer on your teammates and try not to act any differently than you would if you were winning. Keep the team morale up.”

On the varsity side, the team’s growth has been just as much about chemistry as it has been about results. A big part of the team’s success has come from how well they’ve learned to trust each other, reinforced by coaching that emphasizes unity and shared duty. Varsity outfielder, junior Sebastian Schaffer, a consistent presence in the lineup, described that environment as a key part of the team’s success. As unity grows, Schaffer credited the coaches for building chemistry: “The coaching brings us all together, and we have really good chemistry.” He highlighted how much he enjoys showing up every day: “The season is really fun, and all of us are close to each other. We hang out a lot, and we also win a lot of games, so overall it is really enjoyable.”

As the season winds down, both teams remain focused on finishing strong. Varsity has its sights set on a deep push into the Central Coast Section (CCS), while JV hopes to take its collective growth to the next level. Together, the program’s results and players’ culture create a team, not only winning games but also building a foundation that will most likely carry forward well beyond the school year.

(Sources: Maxpreps)