News Summary

As the California high school football season begins, teams from across the state are gearing up for an exhilarating year. This week, ten sections, including LA City and San Diego, launch their seasons with fans eager for action. Last week’s games showcased stellar performances, including a record-setting match in Maui. Excitement brews as pivotal matchups unfold, featuring some of the top-ranked teams and promising talents. With standout players and new coaching debuts, the season is sure to deliver unforgettable moments for players and fans alike.

California High School Football Season 2025: An Exciting Kickoff!

As the vibrant city of Los Angeles gears up for an adrenaline-pumping football season, high school teams across California are polishing their helmets and lacing up their cleats for what promises to be another thrilling year on the gridiron. With half of the state’s ten sections, including Central, LA City, Sac-Joaquin, San Diego, and Southern, opening their seasons this week, excitement is in the air!

A Quick Recap of Last Week

Before we dive into this week’s matchups, let’s take a moment to reflect on the sensational action from last week. The small school powerhouse from the Central Section, Morro Bay, faced off against Kekaulike in Maui. Although they suffered a heartbreaking 68-41 defeat, senior quarterback Sands Dougherty shone brightly, throwing for an astonishing 495 yards and notching up five touchdowns. Quite the Herculean effort, right? He completed an impressive 38 of 44 passes, with four of those touchdowns heading straight to Efrain Hernandez. This game even made history as the highest-scoring contest ever in a Maui high school football match!

Top Matchups This Week

Now, let’s shift gears and look ahead! Here are the Top 10 games to watch this week. These matchups are the talk of the town and are set to grab the attention of fans and scouts alike.

  • No. 2 St. John Bosco faces off against Manatee from Florida at 4 p.m. Predicts score: St. John Bosco 22, Manatee 21.
  • No. 13 JSerra takes on No. 6 Sierra Canyon at 7 p.m. Predicts score: Sierra Canyon 21, JSerra 14.
  • No. 3 Mission Viejo matches up with No. 8 Santa Margarita at 7 p.m. Predicts score: Mission Viejo 24, Santa Margarita 21.
  • No. 12 Servite goes head-to-head against No. 9 Corona Centennial at 7 p.m. Predicts score: Corona Centennial 31, Servite 21.
  • No. 24 Rancho Cucamonga faces No. 19 Murrieta Valley at 7 p.m. Predicts score: Rancho Cucamonga 35, Murrieta Valley 28.
  • No. 21 Clovis is set to play Central Valley Christian at 7:30 p.m. Predicts score: Clovis 38, Central Valley Christian 27.
  • No. 5 Lincoln-San Diego is up against Punahou from Hawaii at 8 p.m. Predicts score: Lincoln 28, Punahou 21.
  • No. 1 Mater Dei battles St. Thomas Aquinas from Florida at 4 p.m. Predicts score: Mater Dei 24, St. Thomas Aquinas 20.
  • No. 10 Orange Lutheran meets Northwestern from Miami, Florida at 4 p.m. Predicts score: Northwestern 21, Orange Lutheran 17.
  • No. 4 Folsom faces off against No. 14 Grant at 7:30 p.m. Predicts score: Folsom 35, Grant 21.

Upcoming Attractions

This season is bundled with excitement, and with players like Sands Dougherty strutting their stuff, the crowd will undoubtedly be entertained. The matchups will surely showcase stellar talents and potential future stars of college and professional football. Plus, the debut of Carson Palmer as a coach with Santa Margarita adds an extra sprinkle of excitement to their game against Mission Viejo!

Get Ready for Football Frenzy!

All in all, this week marks a fabulous start to the California high school football season. Mark your calendars, gather your friends, and get ready to cheer on your favorite teams! With every game bringing the chance for memorable moments, be prepared to witness not just football but excitement, camaraderie, and a whole lot of heart!

Let the games begin!

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