Highland Scots Rebound with Accountability | Bakersfield News

Highland High football is firing up for a fresh start this season, fueled by accountability and relentless work ethic after a brutal 8-game losing streak last year. Coach Michael Gutierrez, with a 12-year playoff drought in his sights, sees his team’s daily grind — from weight room sessions just days after the season ended to aggressive defensive play led by seniors like R.J. Davenport — as the key to turning things around. With a road opener against Porterville and a focus on weekly improvement over wins, Gutierrez credits his longevity to his players’ unwavering commitment, positive energy, and mutual support — all of which reignite his passion. This year, it’s not about perfection, but progress: cleaner plays, faster execution, and trust built week by week. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/025c0cc589ee6f7f