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As the high school football season heats up, fans are treated to thrilling matchups and standout performances. Pacifica secured a significant victory over Newbury Park, while Inglewood narrowly defeated St. Bonaventure in a nail-biter. Other noteworthy games saw Saugus edging out Camarillo and Nordhoff dominating Eastside. Players like Taylor Lee and Jovany Rodriguez shone bright, contributing to their teams’ successes. As teams continue to showcase their skills, the excitement surrounding the season grows, promising more unforgettable moments ahead.

High School Football Season: Third Week Thrills in Local Matchups

It’s that time of year again! High school football enthusiasts in our vibrant city are buzzing with excitement as we dive into the third week of the season. With players giving it their all on the field and fans cheering them on from the sidelines, it’s safe to say that it’s been a whirlwind of action these past few weeks. Let’s take a closer look at the standout games, surprising scores, and memorable moments that captured everyone’s attention!

Pacifica vs. Newbury Park: A Nonleague Clash

Arguably, one of the juiciest matchups of the week was between last year’s CIF-SS champions, Newbury Park, and Pacifica. This nonleague clash drew a lot of attention, especially since it was the second consecutive year these two teams met. Fans were treated to an electrifying game where Pacifica emerged victorious with a stunning score of 56-35. This win marked Pacifica’s impressive record of 3-0 for the season while leaving Newbury Park with a record of 2-1.

Inglewood’s Nail-Biter Against St. Bonaventure

Inglewood fans were on the edge of their seats as their team faced off against St. Bonaventure. With a score of 18-16, the game came down to the wire. Unfortunately for St. Bonaventure, they couldn’t convert a field goal at the end, resulting in Troy Hill’s first loss as head coach. St. Bonaventure now stands at 2-1 while Inglewood continues to thrive.

Close Encounters and Solid Wins Across Town

Other matchups kept the excitement alive! Saugus narrowly beat Camarillo with a score of 30-27, pushing Camarillo down to 1-2. Meanwhile, Nordhoff obliterated Eastside with a whopping score of 76-20, improving their record to 2-1 and leaving Eastside reeling. Carpinteria also enjoyed a great outing against Santa Clara, defeating them 52-7, with Santa Clara still seeking their footing in 11-man football at 0-3.

More Highlights From the Week

It wouldn’t be a high school football week without thrilling finishes! Grace edged El Camino Real 31-29, improving to 2-1. Thousand Oaks had a nail-biter of their own, defeating Agoura by just a point at 20-19, keeping their perfect streak at 3-0. Meanwhile, Oaks Christian finally celebrated their first win of the season against Liberty, wrapping up with a score of 35-28.

In other results, Hueneme triumphed over Channel Islands 25-0, marking their first win of the season while Channel Islands dropped to 0-2. Additionally, Fillmore beat Buena 41-17, improving their record to 3-0, and Ventura secured a solid victory against Rio Mesa 35-6. Rio Mesa is still searching for their first win at 0-3.

Standout Players and Moments

This week also featured some outstanding individual performances. Pacifica’s quarterback, Taylor Lee, wowed audiences with a stunning 67-yard touchdown pass to Anthony Jacobs, playing a significant role in their success over Newbury Park. Inglewood’s Jovany Rodriguez made waves, scoring on fourth down in a high-pressure situation against St. Bonaventure.

Looking Ahead

As we look forward to what’s next, the excitement around high school football continues to build. Every game is essential, and teams will be vying for their chances to shine as the season progresses. With many teams showcasing their talents, it’s evident that high school football in our city is up for debates, celebrations, and some surprises!

So, keep your chants loud, your team jerseys on, and let’s continue supporting our talented young athletes as they battle it out on the field. Go team!

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