News Summary
The California high school football season is heating up with top teams like St. John Bosco and Sierra Canyon dominating the rankings. St. John Bosco remains undefeated after a 27-14 win over Santa Margarita Catholic, with standout performances from quarterback Koa Malau’ulu and others. Mater Dei and Corona Centennial also secured notable victories, while De La Salle continues its impressive run. As the regular season develops, fans eagerly anticipate upcoming matchups that could shake up the standings.
California – The California high school football season showcased numerous standout programs as of October 20, with St. John Bosco maintaining its top position in the rankings after a decisive 27-14 victory over Santa Margarita Catholic. This victory marked another step in the journey towards an undefeated season, with St. John Bosco set to face Servite on October 24. A victory against Servite would bolster St. John Bosco’s record to an impressive 9-0.
In the spotlight, St. John Bosco’s quarterback, Koa Malau’ulu, delivered a stellar performance, throwing for 289 yards and securing four touchdowns. His efforts were complemented by Texas A&M commit Madden Williams, who recorded 111 receiving yards and found the end zone once. Additionally, Dutch Horisk made significant contributions on the defensive side, recording eight total tackles and three sacks.
Mater Dei also turned its fortunes around following a recent loss, managing to defeat Servite 29-19. This win puts Mater Dei in a position to build momentum as they prepare to compete against JSerra Catholic on October 24.
Another team making waves is Corona Centennial, which has extended its winning streak to six games after a commanding 48-20 win over Murrieta Valley. Dean Gibson played a notable role in the victory by scoring two touchdowns, while the rushing offense collectively amassed 187 yards and five touchdowns. The Centennial defense was equally impressive, achieving three interceptions along with 1.5 sacks. They are gearing up to face Norco on October 23.
Sierra Canyon extended its record to 8-0 with a decisive 45-10 victory over Notre Dame Sherman Oaks. Laird Finkel was a standout, throwing for 329 yards and three touchdowns, while Jerod Terry rushed for 241 yards and scored two touchdowns. Sierra Canyon’s next challenge arrives on October 24 when they visit Bishop Amat.
On a recovering note, Santa Margarita Catholic aims to bounce back from its loss against St. John Bosco when it faces Orange Lutheran in an upcoming matchup. Meanwhile, Mission Viejo is enjoying a three-game winning streak, renewed by a 34-16 victory against San Clemente. Quarterback Luke Fahey had an exceptional game, passing for 378 yards and helping his teammates reach over 100 receiving yards. The Mission Viejo defense made its presence felt, accumulating 13 tackles for loss and recording three interceptions.
De La Salle High impressively improved to a 7-0 record, crushing Amador Valley with a dominant 49-6 halftime lead. In total, De La Salle scored a season-high 63 points against JSerra Catholic, breaking a frustrating three-game losing streak. Ezrah Brown shone in this game, completing all 17 of his passing attempts for 368 yards and three touchdowns.
The Folsom Bulldogs are riding a five-game winning streak, recently thrashing Whitney with a 48-7 scoreline. In contrast, Servite continues to experience a tough season, having recently lost to Mater Dei. They are preparing for another challenging game against St. John Bosco on October 24, which could potentially affect their standing in the rankings.
As the California high school football regular season progresses, the top 25 teams, based on the Massey Ratings as of October 20, include stalwarts such as St. John Bosco, Sierra Canyon, and Corona Centennial. Rankings will continue to be updated every Monday or Tuesday throughout the season, allowing fans and teams to track performance accurately.
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Additional Resources
- On3: California High School Football Rankings
- SI: California High School Football Final Scores
- LA Times: Top 25 High School Football Rankings
- High School Football America: National Rankings
- SI: California High School Football Game Incident
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