The Gilbert High School Gladiators Fortnite Team A Is Off To A Red-Hot Start In Preseason, Earning Dominat Back-To-Back Wins Against Churchill County High School (N/V) and Rialto High School (CA). With Flawless Communication, Lighting Fast Reactions And Elite Mechanical Play, The Gladiator Team A — Rocco Mendoza and Joel Mondragon Have Set The Tone For What Could Be A Championship – Caliber Season
Match 1: Gilbert vs. Churchill County – 10-0, 10-0
Gilbert wasted no time making a statement in their preseason opener. Facing Churchill County in a best-of-three series, Rocco and Joel delivered a near-perfect performance, sweeping both games 10-0 in under five minutes total.
Match 2: Gilbert vs. Rialto – 10-6, 10-3
The second preseason match against Rialto High School brought more tension and excitement, with Game 1 proving to be a true test of the team’s grit and clutch factor. Tied at 6-6, Rocco turned the tide by winning multiple 2v1 engagements, showing why he’s the captain of the Fortnite team. His calm under pressure secured a 10-6 win in Game 1.
Game 2 started with Rialto targeting Joel early, bringing the score to a shaky 3-3. However, Joel quickly adapted. Shaking off early eliminations, he readjusted his strategy to counter the focus and played a pivotal role in a commanding 10-3 victory, closing out the match in style.
Looking Ahead
With a perfect 2-0 preseason record, the Gladiators are heading into league play with confidence and momentum.
League play begins next Tuesday in room 39 at 4:00 PM.