October 15, 2025

Mission Viejo Reclaims Top Spot in Orange County Football Rankings

News Summary

After a week off, Mission Viejo has returned to the top of the Orange County football rankings. Following Santa Margarita’s narrow victory over Mater Dei, which ended with a score of 7-6, they now hold the second position. Santa Margarita’s defense was key in limiting Mater Dei’s offense, while Trent Mosley made a significant comeback with the only touchdown. The rankings continue to shift as teams prepare for tough matchups including Servite against Mater Dei. Other teams like Los Alamitos and Crean Lutheran also made significant strides in rankings amidst fierce competition.

Mission Viejo, California – Mission Viejo (6-1) has reclaimed the top spot in the Orange County football rankings after a week off, following significant shifts in the rankings due to Santa Margarita’s impressive performance over former number one, Mater Dei (4-2). Santa Margarita (5-2) now holds the second position after narrowly defeating Mater Dei in a highly contested Trinity League match, with a final score of 7-6.

In the closely watched clash, Santa Margarita’s defense delivered a remarkable performance, limiting Mater Dei to just 99 passing yards and 90 rushing yards. Senior receiver Trent Mosley, who had been sidelined since August due to an injury, made a triumphant comeback by scoring the game’s only touchdown for Santa Margarita. The victory marked Santa Margarita’s second win in the Trinity League and sets them on a challenging path as they prepare to face the undefeated St. John Bosco.

Earlier in the season, Mission Viejo had edged out Santa Margarita with a close 7-3 win in Week 0, contributing to their current number one ranking. As the week unfolds, Mater Dei is scheduled to confront Servite this Saturday at Santa Ana Stadium, seeking to bounce back from their setback.

Trinity League Standings and Other Rankings

In addition to the developments at the top of the rankings, the Trinity League continues to see intense competition. Servite (5-2) secured a victory against JSerra (3-4), winning 43-26. Jorden Wells starred in this match with 103 rushing yards, while Kale Murphy threw two touchdown passes. Meanwhile, Orange Lutheran (3-4) is facing challenges this season, falling to an 0-2 record in the league after a heavy 48-0 defeat at the hands of St. John Bosco.

Other teams making waves in the rankings include Los Alamitos (7-0), which remained steady in the standings despite not playing last week. Los Alamitos has been averaging an impressive 41 points scored per game this season. Crean Lutheran (7-0) dominated El Dorado with a stunning 50-7 win, highlighted by Caden Jones, who threw five touchdown passes. Similarly, Corona del Mar (7-0) continues its strong performance, defeating Newport Harbor 21-6 and tightening its historical series record against them to 40-24.

Notable Performances and League Updates

Tustin (5-2) improved to 2-0 in the Delta League with a convincing 42-14 victory over Trabuco Hills. San Juan Hills (5-2) also saw a boost in the rankings, thanks to a solid 41-17 win over Yorba Linda. Huntington Beach (6-1) climbed in the standings following a close 35-30 victory against La Habra. Meanwhile, El Modena (4-3) maintained a strong position in the Top 25 after edging out Western with a score of 28-21.

The shifts in the rankings illustrate the competitiveness of Orange County football as teams vie for dominance heading into the latter part of the season. With key matchups approaching, including Santa Margarita against St. John Bosco and Mater Dei facing Servite, fans can expect thrilling action as the teams fight for playoff positioning.

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