News Summary

As the high school football season approaches, San Luis Obispo County is abuzz with anticipation. Kicking off on August 22, eight teams will compete across three leagues—Sunset, Ocean, and Mountain. After a successful season last year, local stars and new coaching strategies aim to captivate fans with thrilling matchups this fall. With standout players and notable coaching changes, each team is eager to make its mark and vie for league titles, promising an exciting season ahead for local football enthusiasts.

San Luis Obispo County High School Football Teams Gear Up for Exciting New Season

As summer winds down and football fever begins to rise, San Luis Obispo County is buzzing with anticipation for the high school football season kicking off on August 22. With eight enthusiastic teams competing across three leagues, local sports fans are in for a treat this fall!

League Breakdown

The competition will be fierce, with teams set to show off their skills in the Sunset League, featuring San Luis Obispo and Atascadero; the Ocean League, where you can catch Nipomo, Templeton, and Morro Bay; and finally, the Mountain League, contested by Paso Robles, Arroyo Grande, and Mission Prep.

A Look Back at Last Year

Last season was quite the success for SLO County teams, with each league seeing local champions. San Luis Obispo claimed the title in the Sunset League, Nipomo triumphed in the Ocean League, and Arroyo Grande came out on top in the Mountain League. What a year it was!

Season Kickoff Details

Mark your calendars! All teams will take to the field starting on August 22, except for Morro Bay, which is shaking things up by starting off with a game in Hawaii against King Kekaulike High School on August 16. This is bound to be a thrilling opener!

Coaching Changes and Star Players

There have been some notable changes this season. Arroyo Grande welcomes new head coach Stephen Field, who has a strong history with the program, coaching successfully in the past. He aims to lead a team featuring key players like Caleb Clark, committed to the University of Idaho, as well as quarterback Jacob Kreowski. The last season saw Arroyo Grande finishing strong with a commendable 9-3 record.

Atascadero is aiming to bounce back this season. After finishing second in the Sunset League with a 3-1 record, players are eager to improve upon their overall 6-6 finish. Keep an eye on quarterback Michael Trejo and standout Bishop Resco as they take the field.

Mission Prep is looking to turn things around after a challenging season, focusing on teamwork and building synergy among players. Ronnie Kardashian, a senior running back, looks set to lead the charge as they try to improve on their 1-3 Mountain League finish.

Morro Bay, fresh off reaching the CIF Central Section Division 5 Championship game, plans to come back stronger. With star quarterback Sands Dougherty returning, who threw for a staggering 4,441 yards and 50 touchdowns last season, this team has undeniable talent!

Nipomo finds itself in a unique position this year, with eight defensive starters returning to the field as they aim for back-to-back league championships after their success last season. Key players like Nick Evans and Jacob Goldsbary will be critical to their strategy moving forward.

Paso Robles is looking to break its playoff drought, welcoming new quarterback Blayne Lowry from Nipomo. With a focus on minimizing errors and improving overall gameplay, fans are hopeful for a strong performance.

San Luis Obispo had a brilliant last season but faces the challenge of a younger roster with several recent graduates. Players like Colbin Garrison, who racked up over 1,000 rushing yards, along with contenders Jacob Gill and Zion Hegg, are expected to step up significantly this season.

Lastly, the Templeton Eagles, coached by Don Crow, are bringing back a wealth of experience as they strive for a winning season. With standout players like quarterback Colter Tannehill and talented running back Tyler Cunningham, who has committed to Yale, excitement is high!

The Excitement Builds!

With all teams gearing up for competition and the promise of thrilling matchups, the sentiment is undeniably positive in San Luis Obispo County. As these local high school teams aim for league titles, the spirit of football is alive and well, and fans can’t wait to see what unfolds this season! Get ready, because the games are about to begin!

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