News Summary
Following intense weekend games, Orange County high school football rankings have shifted notably. Los Alamitos surged to No. 6 with a 41-21 victory over Serra. Mission Viejo is at No. 2 after defeating Folsom 53-14, while Mater Dei retains the top spot at No. 1. Santa Margarita and Servite follow, showcasing their impressive performances. The competition remains fierce as teams look to improve their standings in future matches, providing fans with thrilling matchups ahead.
Orange County, CA – The latest Orange County high school football rankings have seen notable changes following intense games over the weekend. Los Alamitos has notably climbed to No. 6 after a decisive 41-21 victory over Serra, improving their record to 4-0.
The rankings, which reflect performances from the previous week, are determined based on a poll where reporters award points to teams. Following Los Alamitos, Mission Viejo stands at No. 2 with a formidable 3-0 record, thanks to a significant 53-14 win against Folsom. Mater Dei continues to hold the top position at No. 1 with a current record of 2-0. They recently earned a narrow victory over Hawaii’s Kahuku with a score of 21-18, bolstered by Justin Lewis’s impressive 95 rushing yards. Mater Dei is set to face Centennial in their upcoming match.
At No. 3, Santa Margarita improved their record to 2-1 after a convincing 45-13 victory against Highland. The team showcased strong offensive tactics, with Trace Johnson throwing two touchdown passes during the game. Following closely behind, Orange Lutheran is ranked No. 4 but faced a setback with a narrow loss to out-of-state opponent Basha, finishing the game at 30-24.
Servite has also made headlines, achieving an eye-catching 46-3 victory over Chaminade, securing their place at No. 5 in the rankings. Meanwhile, San Juan Hills maintains a solid performance with a record of 3-0, thanks to their recent 42-21 win over Chino Hills, landing them at No. 7. Yorba Linda, with the same record, is positioned at No. 8 after defeating San Jacinto 31-21.
In the upper tier of the rankings, Tustin has dropped to No. 9 after losing a close game to Long Beach Poly with a final score of 28-27, despite initially taking the lead. Rounding out the top 10, Edison achieved a convincing 31-0 win over Lakewood.
Other notable teams include Crean Lutheran, which holds steady at No. 11 with a perfect record of 3-0, and JSerra at No. 12 with a 1-2 record. La Habra is making waves at No. 13, now boasting a 3-0 record after a dominant 41-14 victory over Ayala.
Additionally, El Modena made a return to the rankings with a hard-fought 21-17 win over Newport Harbor, while Dana Hills improved their standing to 3-0 following a remarkable 63-7 victory against Esperanza.
As the season progresses, these rankings offer a glimpse into the competitive landscape of Orange County high school football, showcasing the strength and resilience of these teams. Fans and analysts eagerly await the next set of games, which promises to further shake up the rankings and provide exciting matchups across the board. With teams continuing to push for higher positions, the competition remains fierce and thrilling.
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Additional Resources
- Orange County Register: Top 25 Rankings
- Wikipedia: High School Football
- OC Sports Zone: Final Scores
- Google Search: Orange County football
- Orange County Register: Top 35 Rankings
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Football
- MaxPreps: Orange County Recap
- Google News: Orange County High School Football
- Orange County Register: Schedule for Week 3
- Google Scholar: High School Football in California
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