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In a significant high school football matchup, the Santa Margarita Eagles defeated the Orange Lutheran Lancers with a score of 28-7. The victory enhances Santa Margarita’s record to 6-3, showcasing their dominance this season, particularly with standout player Trent Mosley, who excelled with two touchdowns. Following a close defeat to Orange Lutheran last year, this win signifies a strong resurgence for the Eagles. As they prepare for their next challenging game against JSerra Catholic, both teams are aiming for improved standings as postseason aspirations loom.
Mission Viejo, California – The Santa Margarita Eagles secured a decisive 28-7 victory against the Orange Lutheran Lancers in a high school football matchup held on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Trabuco Hills High School. This win improves Santa Margarita’s season record to 6-3, while Orange Lutheran falls to 4-5.
Key player for the Eagles, Trent Mosley, had an outstanding performance, contributing significantly to the scoreboard. Mosley rushed for 21 yards and scored two touchdowns while also tallying 100 receiving yards, marking his highest performance in over a year. This game reflects Santa Margarita’s strength this season, as they have now won three contests by 21 points or more.
The Eagles’ victory comes as a resurgence following a narrow defeat to Orange Lutheran last October, where they lost 13-10. In addition to this impressive victory, Santa Margarita has recently claimed victories over other powerhouse teams, including Centennial and Mater Dei.
Looking ahead, Santa Margarita will face JSerra Catholic in their upcoming game, which is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on an unspecified date. Meanwhile, Orange Lutheran is set to play against Servite at 7:00 p.m. on a yet-to-be-announced date.
The game was streamed live through the NFHS Network, a service that provides high school sports events both live and on-demand. The subscription for the NFHS Network costs $13.99 per month or $79.99 per year, which offers a 53% discount on annual subscriptions. The service is accessible on multiple devices, including Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire, Google TV, as well as through the NFHS website and mobile apps for iOS and Android users.
As of now, Santa Margarita ranks as the 11th best high school football team nationally, underscoring their strong performance throughout the season. While there remains a competitive landscape ahead, the Eagles will look to build on their current momentum heading into the latter part of the season.
Fans can expect dynamic matchups in the coming weeks, as both teams aim to improve their standings with postseason aspirations in mind. Santa Margarita’s recent success positions them as a formidable contender, while Orange Lutheran will seek to reclaim their footing with critical games approaching.
The 28-7 outcome illustrates not only the efforts of standout players like Mosley but also the resilience and tactical prowess of the Santa Margarita Eagles as they navigate through their schedule in pursuit of high school football glory.
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- MaxPreps: Football Recap – Santa Margarita vs Orange Lutheran
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- Sporting News: Watch Santa Margarita vs Orange Lutheran
- Wikipedia: Santa Margarita Catholic High School
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