News Summary
St. John Bosco has risen to the number one position in California high school football following Mater Dei’s shocking loss to Corona Centennial. The Braves now stand at 4-0, while Mater Dei suffered their first defeat in 22 games. Mission Viejo also continues an impressive streak, with both teams looking to capitalize on their momentum in upcoming games. The rankings reflect critical movements as teams navigate the competitive landscape of the season.
Los Angeles – St. John Bosco has ascended to the top of the California high school football rankings following Mater Dei’s unexpected loss to Corona Centennial. The Braves are now the number one team in the state, maintaining an impressive perfect record of 4-0.
Mater Dei, previously holding the top spot, suffered a 43-36 defeat, marking their first loss in 22 games. This setback is particularly significant as it was their first loss to a non-St. John Bosco team since 2015. The Monarchs exhibited an atypical number of turnovers during the game, undermining their chances of securing a victory. Despite the team’s overall poor performance, Kayden Dixon-Wyatt managed to shine with 165 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
The Braves have showcased formidable talent this season, recording two shutout victories, including a 42-0 win against Junipero Serra San Mateo. St. John Bosco’s next challenge will be a game against Hawaii’s St. Louis on September 19. They will look to maintain their stellar performance as they aim for another win.
Mission Viejo has also been on a winning streak, moving to 4-0 after a 34-24 victory over Lincoln, achieving their fourth consecutive victory. Quarterback Luke Fahey contributed significantly by throwing for 234 yards and two touchdowns. Mission Viejo will seek a fifth win in their upcoming match against Tennessee’s McCallie School on September 19.
Sierra Canyon continues to perform strongly, defeating Downey with a decisive 49-7 score, marking their fourth straight win while allowing only seven points during that game. The Trailblazers are set to face Orange Lutheran on September 18, where they will attempt to keep their perfect record intact.
Santa Margarita improved to a record of 3-1 after a solid 44-14 victory over Oaks Christian. Quarterback Reagan Toki played a pivotal role in the win, throwing for 227 passing yards and two touchdowns. Meanwhile, Orange Lutheran rebounded from earlier challenges, achieving a notable 35-14 win against Gardena Serra to regain momentum.
Los Alamitos also showcased improvement, defeating St. Paul 48-14. This win marked a better start compared to the first five games of 2024, as they aim to build on their success in the coming weeks.
As teams continue to gauge their strengths and navigate the season, the latest rankings list a total of 25 teams, reflecting significant movements based on their performances from the previous week. These rankings will be updated weekly as teams strive to improve their standings.
The upcoming games on September 19 will provide a critical opportunity for teams like Mater Dei and Mission Viejo to demonstrate resilience and potentially shift their respective trajectories in this competitive season.
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Additional Resources
- SI.com: Top 25 California High School Football Rankings
- Redding.com: Week 4 High School Football Rankings
- Sporting News: California High School Football Top 25 Rankings
- Los Angeles Times: Top 25 High School Football Rankings
- On3.com: California High School Football Top 25 Rankings
- Wikipedia: High School Football in the United States
- Google Search: California High School Football Rankings
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Football
- Google News: California High School Football
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