News Summary
The first week of the high school football season in the CIF Southern Section showcased strong performances from teams like Beaumont and Valencia, who both remain undefeated. Beaumont defeated Cathedral with a remarkable 52 points, while Valencia secured a victory against Chaminade, establishing themselves as formidable contenders. The CIF Southern Section Top 25 rankings reflected these exciting developments, highlighting the competitiveness of the league as teams prepare for their upcoming matches.
Beaumont, CA – Week 1 of the high school football season has proven to be a crucial testing ground for numerous teams across the CIF Southern Section, with some rising to the occasion while others struggled to find their footing. Three new teams – Beaumont, Valencia, and Oak Hills – made their debut in the updated CIF Southern Section Top 25 rankings, demonstrating their potential as competitive forces in the league.
Among the week’s standout performances, Beaumont scored an impressive 52 points to secure a victory against Cathedral, earning them a strong position in the rankings. The team has emerged as a noteworthy contender, currently holding an undefeated record of 2-0. Beaumont’s next challenge will be against Summit, where they will look to continue their strong performance.
Valencia also shined this week as they took down Chaminade, establishing themselves as a Division 2 playoff contender with their own undefeated record of 2-0. Their recent successes have heightened expectations for the team as they prepare for their upcoming game against Bishop Amat.
Furthermore, Damien secured an exhilarating win against JSerra while playing away from home. This victory adds to Damien’s record of 2-0, with their next matchup coming against St. Paul. Loyola achieved a surprising win over Millikan, while Santa Margarita bounced back from a previous loss against Mission Viejo to post 33 points in their win against Centennial.
CIF Southern Section Top 25 Rankings
The latest CIF Southern Section Top 25 rankings showcase the competitive nature of high school football in the region. Following are the currently ranked teams:
- Mater Dei (1-0; did not play due to forfeit from Bishop Montgomery; next opponent: Kahuku, HI)
- St. John Bosco (2-0; defeated El Paso Eastwood of Texas; next opponent: St. Frances Academy, MD)
- Mission Viejo (2-0; Luke Fahey had a standout performance against St. Paul; next opponent: Folsom)
- Sierra Canyon (2-0; achieved Oaks Christian’s worst loss in program history with a 63-0 win; next opponent: Punahou, HI)
- Orange Lutheran (2-0; won against Rancho Cucamonga; next opponent: Basha, AZ)
- Santa Margarita (1-1; secured first win for Carson Palmer; next opponent: Palmdale Highland)
- Corona Centennial (1-1; lost in overtime to Santa Margarita; next opponent: Bingham, UT)
- Gardena Serra (2-0; two shutouts, including a 47-0 win at Hamilton High; next opponent: Los Alamitos)
- Rancho Cucamonga (0-2; notable losses to Murrieta Valley and Orange Lutheran; next opponent: Oak Hills)
- Servite (1-1; rebounded with a win over Murrieta Valley; next opponent: Chaminade)
- San Juan Hills (2-0; Timmy Herr is noted as a significant contributor; next opponent: Chino Hills)
- Tustin (2-0; defeated Foothill; next opponent: Long Beach Poly)
- Damien (2-0; won a thriller on the road against JSerra; next opponent: St. Paul)
- Murrieta Valley (1-1; suffered a loss to Servite; next opponent: Murrieta Mesa)
- Chaparral (0-1; coming off an early bye week; next opponent: San Clemente)
- Los Alamitos (2-0; secured a 48-0 victory over Narbonne; next opponent: Gardena Serra)
- Oak Hills (2-0; excelled against Bishop Amat in Week 1; next opponent: Rancho Cucamonga)
- Beaumont (2-0; notable win against Cathedral with a score of 52-32; next opponent: Summit)
- Valencia (2-0; secured a solid win against Chaminade; potential for a strong season; next opponent: Bishop Amat)
- Yorba Linda (2-0; defeated Edison 21-17; next opponent: San Jacinto)
- JSerra (0-2; needs a win after a loss to Damien; next opponent: Kamehameha, HI)
- San Clemente (1-1; won convincingly against Riverton, UT; next opponent: Chaparral)
- Edison (1-1; close loss to Yorba Linda; next opponent: Lakewood)
- Cathedral (1-1; suffered a significant loss to Beaumont; next opponent: John Curtis Christian, LA)
- Chaminade (1-1; fell after a loss to Valencia; next opponent: Servite)
Looking Ahead
The CIF Southern Section continues to be a platform for rising talent, and as teams prepare for their next opponents, the anticipation for each new matchup grows. Rankings will be updated weekly, offering a glimpse into the evolving hierarchy of high school football in Southern California.
As teams continue competing through the season, fans can expect intense rivalries, impressive performances, and the possibility of surprises in the weeks to come. The next round of rankings will be released every Sunday, keeping everyone informed of the shifts within the competitive landscape of high school football.
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Additional Resources
- Sports Illustrated: CIF Southern Section Rankings
- OC Register: Live Scores and Highlights
- OC Register: Playoff Game Scores
- Press Enterprise: Inland High School Rankings
- Beaumont Enterprise: Sugartown Melons
- Wikipedia: High School Football in the United States
- Google Search: High School Football California
- Google Scholar: High School Football Teams California
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Football
- Google News: California High School Football
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