Sports Shorts

The San Lorenzo Valley High boys wrestling team improved to 3-1 on the season Wednesday, Feb. 3, with a 48-24 win over previously undefeated Santa Cruz High. The teams are tied for second place in the league, behind undefeated Aptos.
Scotts Valley improved to 2-2 with a 48-27 win over Harbor High that same day. For the Falcons, Fred Rust (140 pounds), David Nice (152) and Alex Salisbury (171) all pinned their opponents.
The Falcons will host the Cougars at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9.
Cycling challenge back for eighth year
The Scotts Valley Educational Foundation has scheduled its eighth annual Mount Charlie Challenge bicycle ride for April 24.
Organizers are collecting names of volunteers and sponsors for the 100-kilometer and 50-kilometer rides.
The annual ride serves as a primary fundraiser for the group, which helps pay for various programs and extracurricular activities at Scotts Valley’s four schools.
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