October 1, 2025

Mission Viejo Diablos Set to Host Long Beach Poly Jackrabbits

News Summary

Mission Viejo is preparing for a thrilling football match as the Diablos host the Long Beach Poly Jackrabbits this Friday at 7:00 p.m. The game will be live-streamed on the NFHS Network. Both teams come off strong victories, with Mission Viejo winning against Chaparral and Long Beach Poly defeating Lakewood. Quarterback Luke Fahey will be a key player for the Diablos, while Deuce Jefferson is expected to shine for the Jackrabbits. Fans eagerly anticipate this exciting matchup as both teams aim to maintain their winning momentum.

Mission Viejo is gearing up for an exciting football matchup as the Mission Viejo Diablos prepare to host the Long Beach Poly Jackrabbits at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. This highly anticipated game will be live-streamed on the NFHS Network, which serves as the official streaming partner of the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) and Mission Viejo High School.

Both teams head into the contest on a high note after recent victories. The Diablos secured a win against Chaparral last Friday, triumphing with a score of 36-21. By the third quarter of that game, Mission Viejo had established a strong lead, sitting at 28-7.

Key Performers and Statistics

During the win over Chaparral, Mission Viejo’s quarterback Luke Fahey showcased impressive skills, completing 223 passing yards and throwing three touchdowns. In comparison, Chaparral’s quarterback, Dane Weber, recorded 215 yards in the air along with two touchdowns and contributed 77 rushing yards despite the defeat.

The Diablos’ defense was formidable, recording an outstanding total of 9.5 sacks against Chaparral. Key defensive players included Jayden (JD) Hill and Kane Nolte, who combined for five sacks. Notably, Nolte has maintained consistency with six or more total tackles in his last ten games. Additionally, Jeron Jones made a significant contribution to the defense with a sack, a forced fumble, and seven total tackles.

Previous Matchup Against Long Beach Poly

The Long Beach Poly Jackrabbits come into this game following a victory over Lakewood with a score of 21-7. This win brought their record to 3-2. In their previous meeting in October 2024, Mission Viejo dominated Long Beach Poly, winning 49-14.

As for rankings, Long Beach Poly is currently positioned 44th in MaxPreps‘ California football rankings, whereas Lakewood holds the 151st spot.

Current Records and Future Challenges

Following their victory over Chaparral, Mission Viejo improved their record to 5-1. Looking ahead, they have a challenging schedule for the 2025 season, including games against tough teams such as Santa Margarita, Folsom, and Lincoln, before concluding with Alpha League play.

Standout Players

As the matchup approaches, all eyes will be on both teams’ quarterbacks. Mission Viejo’s Luke Fahey stands out as a key player alongside Long Beach Poly’s Deuce Jefferson, both of whom are expected to showcase their talents in this important game.

Fans and players alike are eagerly preparing for what promises to be a thrilling football event this Friday night, as the Mission Viejo Diablos look to solidify their winning momentum against the Long Beach Poly Jackrabbits.

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