News Summary
Local high school football teams in Orange County are gearing up for key matchups this week, including Sierra Canyon vs. Orange Lutheran and Mission Viejo vs. McCallie. The rankings show Mission Viejo holding the top position with a 4-0 record, with Mater Dei and Santa Margarita close behind. Noteworthy performances from players like Vance Spafford and Nico Bland highlight the competition as the excitement builds for upcoming games.
Orange County High School Football Schedule and Rankings Update for September 18-19
Orange County, CA – Excitement is soaring this week as local high school football teams gear up for a series of key matchups on September 18. Highlighted games include Sierra Canyon taking on Orange Lutheran at Orange Coast College, and Mission Viejo facing McCallie. The rankings have also seen some shifts, with Mission Viejo claiming the top spot as the teams prepare for competitive action.
Upcoming Games on September 18
- Sierra Canyon vs. Orange Lutheran at Orange Coast College
- Irvine vs. Kennedy at Western High School
- Marina vs. Esperanza at Yorba Linda High School
- Cerritos vs. Canyon at El Modena High School
- San Pedro vs. El Modena at SoFi Stadium (5 p.m.)
- Laguna Beach at El Dorado
- La Serna at Crean Lutheran
- Troy at Segerstrom
- Saddleback at La Quinta
- Portola vs. Northwood at Irvine Stadium
- Trabuco Hills at Brea Olinda
- Valencia at Walnut
- West Torrance vs. Cypress at Western High School
- Beckman vs. Woodbridge at University High School
- Clairemont at Buena Park
- Newport Harbor at Colony
- Pacifica at Aliso Niguel
- University at Garden Grove
- Dana Hills at Tesoro
- Mission Viejo at McCallie
- Rancho Alamitos vs. Godinez at Santa Ana Valley
- Sunny Hills vs. Sonora at La Habra
- San Clemente at Chino Hills
- Century at Costa Mesa
- El Toro at Foothill, Nev. (6 p.m.)
- Mayfair at Huntington Beach
- Tustin at Yorba Linda
- Leuzinger at JSerra
- Edison vs. Fountain Valley at Orange Coast College
- Capo Valley Christian at St. Margaret’s
- Western at San Dimas
- Rancho Buena Vista at Fullerton
- Mater Dei at Bishop Gorman
- Whittier at Magnolia
- Granite Hills at Los Alamitos
- Foothill vs. Capo Valley at Saddleback College
- La Habra at La Mirada
- Bolsa Grande at Corona
- Sunny Hills vs. Sonora at La Habra
- San Juan Hills at Mira Costa
- Santa Ana Valley vs. Santa Ana at Santa Ana Stadium
- Santiago at Ocean View
- Glenn at La Quinta
Recent Rankings Highlights
The current rankings for Orange County high school football reveal Mission Viejo at No. 1 with an impressive record of 4-0 following a recent win over Lincoln from San Diego County. Mater Dei has dropped to No. 2 with a record of 2-1 after suffering a loss to Centennial of Corona. Santa Margarita remains in 3rd place with a record of 3-1, while Orange Lutheran stays at No. 4 after a victory against Serra.
Other notable rankings include Servite at No. 5 with a 3-1 record, and Los Alamitos, now at 5-0, is emerging as a significant contender for the Alpha League. Yorba Linda is ranked No. 7 with a 4-0 record, while San Juan Hills dropped to 8th after a loss in Texas. Edison holds the 9th position, followed closely by JSerra, which has re-entered the Top 10 at No. 10 after securing back-to-back wins.
Notable Performances
Several players have stood out in recent games. Vance Spafford from Mission Viejo had six catches for 75 yards and a touchdown during his return. Nico Bland of Orange Lutheran showcased his skills with seven receptions for 110 yards and a touchdown. Gavin Gutierrez from Servite made a significant impact by rushing for 202 yards in a win over Notre Dame, while Lenny Ibarra from Los Alamitos added 145 rushing yards and three touchdowns in a decisive victory.
Key Upcoming Matchups
Among the noteworthy upcoming games, Mater Dei is slated to face Bishop Gorman in Las Vegas, which promises to be a thrilling contest. Additionally, Orange Lutheran will take on Sierra Canyon at Orange Coast College, and Edison will participate in the highly anticipated Battle for the Bell against Fountain Valley.
Conclusion
As the competitive high school football season in Orange County continues to heat up, teams are looking to solidify their standings through upcoming games. With rankings fluctuating and standout performances, fans can expect an exciting end to September.
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Additional Resources
- OC Sports Zone: Week Four Orange County High School Football Schedule
- OC Register: Orange County Football Schedule for Week 4 Games
- OC Sports Zone: Final Scores for Orange County High School Football
- OC Register: Orange County Football Top 25 Rankings
- Wikipedia: High School Football in the United States
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