Exciting matchups during the summer 7-on-7 football tournaments in San Diego.
During various summer 7-on-7 tournaments, San Diego high school football teams displayed impressive performances, with Mission Hills football team reaching the gold division championship. Other notable teams included Lincoln High School and Oceanside, who found success in their respective brackets. Coaches emphasized the importance of these tournaments for player development and team unity, setting a solid foundation for the upcoming season. As teams faced varying degrees of success, the summer tournaments showcased the talent and determination of San Diego’s young athletes.
San Diego – High school football teams in San Diego showcased strong performances during various summer 7-on-7 tournaments, with several teams achieving notable successes. Leading the charge was the Mission Hills football team, which advanced to the gold division championship game at the Battle at the Beach tournament before succumbing to Mission Viejo. The team, guided by quarterback Troy Huhn, who is set to join Penn State, demonstrated impressive skills as they navigated a challenging pool that included teams like Santa Margarita, Simi Valley, Edison, and Bakersfield Liberty.
Mission Hills’ summer journey also took them to the San Diego State tournament, where they experienced mixed results, beating one team and losing to another, both of which were against Sierra Canyon. Coach Chris Hauser reflected on the significance of summer play, viewing it as an essential time for conditioning and development before the official football season begins, and highlighted the enjoyment derived from participating in competitive tournaments.
Alongside Mission Hills, Lincoln High School made headlines by being seeded No. 1 in the first San Diego State 7-on-7 tournament but was eliminated by Burbank in the second round. San Marcos faced challenges as well, falling to Holtville during the A Bracket consolation playoffs. In contrast, Oceanside clinched the B Bracket championship, besting Bakersfield Frontier in a competitive match. Point Loma also achieved success, securing a victory against Imperial in the C Bracket title game.
Lincoln displayed resilience by returning to the San Diego State tournament the following week and ultimately winning Bracket C, showcasing their determination and growth. In another highlight, El Camino triumphed in its championship game against La Costa Canyon, with quarterback Quinn Roth playing a crucial role after recovering from an appendectomy. Coach Sean Sovacool emphasized the importance of summer tournaments for player development, noting that many athletes had opportunities to compete.
Del Norte football team sparked enthusiasm at the Mt. Carmel Tournament, achieving victories over teams such as Torrey Pines and Cathedral Catholic. They managed to clinch the title by narrowly defeating San Marcos with a score of 23-21. Quarterback Kaden Williams stood out, supported by a notable performance from receiver Kruz Barnett, generating excitement for the upcoming season. Meanwhile, Torrey Pines showed clear progress under new offensive coordinator John Principi, with quarterback Blake Miller successfully implementing a Wing-T offense while incorporating a more passing-oriented strategy.
St. Augustine’s quarterback Vincent Smith also demonstrated commendable skills throughout the summer, bringing the team close in a matchup against Torrey Pines. The optimism continued as first-year Otay Ranch coach Howard Bannister remained hopeful for the inexperienced team’s future performance. El Camino took a tactical approach by rotating quarterbacks Blake Sega and Gavin Wasserman throughout the summer, showcasing depth in their roster.
Lincoln made further waves by reaching the championship game at the Long Beach Tournament of Champions, although they lost again to Mission Viejo. Carlsbad’s senior quarterback Eli MacNeal led his team to a semifinal finish at the Brave 8 Tournament, where they came up short against San Clemente. Cathedral Catholic’s quarterback Brady Palmer had a standout summer, aiding the team in reaching the Silver Division semifinals, where they narrowly lost to Santa Margarita.
With several teams seeing progress and development, the summer 7-on-7 tournaments have established a competitive landscape for San Diego high school football. Coaches and players alike have emphasized the importance of these events for fostering team unity and honing skills, laying the groundwork for a promising fall season.
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