News Summary
In the latest California Top 25 Power football rankings, Mission Viejo has advanced to No. 6 while Santa Margarita drops to No. 7. The rankings see minimal changes this week as many teams enjoy a bye week. In an upcoming spotlight game, Cathedral Catholic faces De La Salle, with both teams showing strong performances. As league play intensifies, many athletes emerge as potential Player of the Year candidates, and unique stadium experiences in high school football continue to foster community spirit.
California – In a notable shift in the California Top 25 Power football rankings, Mission Viejo has moved to No. 6, while Santa Margarita has dropped to No. 7. This change marks the only adjustment in the rankings as many teams enjoy a bye week, particularly in Southern California, with 15 teams taking this time to prepare for upcoming league play.
This week’s spotlight game features No. 10 Cathedral Catholic from San Diego, facing off against No. 5 De La Salle of Concord. De La Salle holds a strong historical advantage, having previously won two matchups against Cathedral Catholic. For Cathedral Catholic, star quarterback Brady Palmer has been essential to their success, boasting a completion rate of 73% with 62 completions out of 85 attempts. He has accumulated 1,173 passing yards along with 11 touchdowns this season.
In addition to Palmer’s stellar performance, Cathedral Catholic benefits from two rushers who have each exceeded 400 yards this season. Their recent game against Granite Hills ended with a score of 40-30, setting the stage for their upcoming challenge at De La Salle on Friday.
De La Salle enters this match after a commanding victory against St. Mary’s with a score of 36-7. Notably, this victory marked the fourth time in five weeks that De La Salle has kept their opponents from scoring a touchdown. Their standout player, Lawrence, has consistently delivered strong performances, contributing multiple rushing touchdowns and demonstrating the team’s prowess on offense.
As league play ramps up, several teams are set to face formidable opponents. For instance, Los Alamitos defeated Calabasas 48-21 in their last encounter and will take a two-week break before they take on Edison on October 17. Meanwhile, Riordan achieved a significant 47-28 victory over St. Francis, marking their first win at St. Francis since 1971.
Beyond the immediate games and rankings, the vibrant activity in California’s high school football scene continues to thrive. Many teams are exploring unique stadium experiences that go beyond traditional athletic contests. Notable venues include La Playa Stadium at Santa Barbara City College, highlighting the community’s commitment to showcasing youth sports.
As the season progresses, player performances are also drawing attention. Athletes like quarterback Mike Mitchell from Vanderbilt are being recognized as potential Player of the Year candidates due to their impressive playmaking abilities.
Future rankings will continue to be released every Monday or Tuesday throughout the season, allowing fans and teams to keep track of their standings as league play intensifies. The competitive landscape of high school football in California remains lively, with a diverse a range of matchups, scores, and updates reflecting the passion for the sport across the state.
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Additional Resources
- SI: California High School Football Top 25 Rankings
- Wikipedia: California High School Football
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- Google Search: California High School Football
- LA Times: Best View for a Football Game
- Google Scholar: California High School Football
- MaxPreps: Top 25 High School Football Scores
- Encyclopedia Britannica: California High School Football
- SI: California High School Football Final Scores
- Google News: California High School Football Scores
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