SAN DIEGO, CA – August 30, 2025 at 4:04 AM PDT – A wave of decisive victories swept through San Diego County high school football fields this past weekend, showcasing teh strength of several ranked teams and setting the stage for a competitive season. Several contests featured significant scoring differentials, while others highlighted close matchups and emerging talent.
The results from Friday and Saturday’s games have reshaped the local landscape, offering early insights into potential playoff contenders. These nonleague contests are crucial for teams to refine their strategies and build momentum before conference play begins. The outcomes impact not only team standings but also individual player recognition and recruitment opportunities. Fans and coaches alike are closely watching these early performances to gauge the potential of their favorite schools.
No. 1 Lincoln High School delivered a commanding performance,defeating Long Beach Poly 36-20. no. 5 La Costa Canyon overpowered No. 4 Mount Miguel with a score of 45-13. No. 9 San Marcos also secured a decisive win, triumphing over Anaheim Tesoro 45-14. No. 2 Cathedral Catholic continued its winning streak,defeating Mountain View st. Francis 35-7.
Grossmont High school secured a 36-14 victory over Westview. Queen Creek Casteel (Arizona) defeated Helix 51-14. La Jolla High School dominated Patrick Henry, winning 52-14.Mission Bay defeated Holtville 37-24,while Mission Hills edged out El dorado Hills Oak Ridge 24-13. Kearny secured a narrow 12-6 win against Monte Vista.
Mt. Carmel defeated La Jolla Country day 34-27 in a closely contested game. Rancho Bernardo defeated Brawley 28-7. Point Loma edged past Otay Ranch 14-7. No. 10 Poway showcased its strength with a 48-15 victory over Ramona. Rancho Buena Vista defeated Sweetwater 30-13. Del Norte won against St. Augustine 19-12.
Santa fe christian achieved a resounding victory over Valley Centre, winning 49-20. Mar vista dominated Victory Christian with a score of 50-12. Torrey Pines defeated San Pasqual 30-13. las Vegas The Meadows School defeated Tri-City Christian 36-6. Mira Mesa defeated Valhalla 28-8.
Additional Friday results included: granite Hills (score unavailable), Escondido Charter at maranatha Christian, Calipatria at Mountain Empire, Madison at Steele Canyon, Scripps Ranch at Downey Warren, and Indio Shadow Hills defeating palo Verde Valley 19-6. Chino Hills defeated No. 8 el Camino 35-3, and Central Union defeated Palm Desert 33-14.
Looking ahead,several 8-man football games are scheduled. Calvin Christian will play at Julian on August 30th at 4:00 PM.Saturday’s schedule includes a nonleague matchup between Christian and Bishop’s at La Jolla High School at 7:00 PM, and an 8-man game featuring St. Joseph Academy at Ross Branson at 10:00 AM.
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