News Summary
The latest Top 25 Poll reveals significant changes in the Orange County high school football scene, with Mater Dei regaining the number one rank following a close victory over Bishop Gorman. Mission Viejo drops to second place after a loss to McCallie, while Santa Margarita remains third. Teams like Los Alamitos and JSerra are gaining momentum, ready to challenge for higher standings. The upcoming matchups promise to be pivotal as the season progresses and teams prepare for league play.
Orange County has all eyes on its high school football scene as the latest Top 25 Poll reveals a shake-up among the rankings. Following a thrilling victory, Mater Dei has reclaimed its position as the number one team after defeating Bishop Gorman 27-24 in Las Vegas, bringing their record to 3-1. This victory not only showcases Mater Dei’s resilience but also sets the stage for an exciting football season ahead.
Mission Viejo, which previously held the number one rank, has now dropped to the second position with a record of 4-1. They suffered a setback last week with a loss to McCallie, the two-time defending state champion, with a score of 25-14. This loss has slightly dimmed their shining start to the season.
Meanwhile, Santa Margarita maintains the third spot with a record of 3-1, although they had no game last week. Orange Lutheran has slipped to No. 4, holding a record of 3-2 after a significant defeat by Sierra Canyon, who delivered a 41-9 loss. Servite stays consistent at No. 5 with a record of 3-1 and is looking to improve their standing with an upcoming matchup against St. Paul.
Further down the list, Los Alamitos stands out at No. 6 with an impressive 6-0 record, following a narrow 49-42 victory over Granite Hills. JSerra is on a roll, climbing to No. 7 with a record of 3-2, having secured three consecutive wins, including their latest triumph over Leuzinger.
San Juan Hills holds steady at No. 8 with a robust record of 4-1, boosted by a win against Mira Costa. In a significant leap, Tustin moved up from No. 12 to No. 9 after a solid 21-7 victory over Yorba Linda. Crean Lutheran enters the Top 10 at No. 10, maintaining an unbeaten record of 5-0 after defeating La Serna 38-14.
Yorba Linda has fallen to No. 11 with a 4-1 record, while Edison has dropped to No. 12, also with a record of 4-1. Teams rounding out the rankings include San Clemente at No. 13, La Habra at No. 14, and Corona del Mar at No. 15. Laguna Beach and Western are tied at No. 19, with El Toro and Villa Park jointly occupying the 21st spot.
Looking ahead, the schedule for high school football games includes notable matchups such as Mission Viejo visiting Chaparral and Bishop Gorman taking on Santa Margarita. Most Orange County teams are expected to have byes this week as preparations ramp up for the impending league play beginning next week.
This week’s developments illustrate the dynamic nature of high school football in Orange County, as teams aim to secure their standing and prepare for the challenges that lie ahead in the pursuit of a successful season.
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Additional Resources
- OC Register: Orange County Football Top 25
- Wikipedia: High school football
- OC Sports Zone: Week Five Schedule
- Google Search: High school football Orange County
- OC Register: Week 5 Games Schedule
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High school football
- OC Sports Zone: Week Four Schedule
- Google News: Orange County high school football
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