September 2, 2025

California High School Football Season Kickoff

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The California high school football season begins with a remarkable lineup of 99 games across the state. Notable matchups include No. 6 Corona Centennial vs. No. 7 Santa Margarita and numerous games in various sections, offering fans exciting competitions. Rankings will update weekly as fresh teams enter the top 25 while others drop out, reflecting the high stakes and spirited rivalries inherent to high school sports.

California – The California high school football season officially kicks off on Thursday, August 28, with an impressive lineup of 99 high school football games scheduled statewide. This exciting weekend will feature six games involving teams ranked in the top 25 across the state, promising thrilling matchups for players and fans alike.

Among the notable games, the highly anticipated clash between No. 6 Corona Centennial and No. 7 Santa Margarita will draw significant attention, especially as Carson Palmer, renowned for his past accolades, leads Santa Margarita. Additionally, Roosevelt High School will host No. 14 San Juan Hills, bringing excitement to local fans.

Across California, each section has a packed schedule designed to kick off the football season energetically. The Central Section will see seven games, starting with Reedley vs. Sunnyside at 7:00 PM. Fans can follow live updates through the Central Section High School Football Scoreboard.

Meanwhile, the Central Coast Section has nine games slated, with Santa Teresa taking on Fremont, also at 7:00 PM. Fans can keep track of scores and updates via the Central Coast Section High School Football Scoreboard.

In the Los Angeles Section, 38 games are on the docket, with the first matchup kicking off at 4:00 PM featuring Gardena vs. South East. Updates will be available on the LA City Section High School Football Scoreboard. The San Diego Section will host four games, beginning with Orange Glen against Morse at 7:00 PM, with live updates accessible through the San Diego Section High School Football Scoreboard.

The Southern Section boasts the most games, with 45 scheduled, including the standout game between Centennial/Corona and Santa Margarita, kicking off at 7:30 PM. All games in this section can be tracked using the Southern Section High School Football Scoreboard.

Fans eager to stay updated can create a free account to follow their favorite teams for score updates, breaking news, and alerts on new photo galleries throughout the season. Rankings will continue to evolve, with new top 25 lists released every Sunday as teams progress through the season.

As the season begins, three new teams have entered the CIF Southern Section top 25 rankings: Beaumont, Valencia, and Oak Hills. Teams that have dropped out from the rankings include Millikan, Newbury Park, and Oaks Christian. Significant outcomes from Week 1 have already set the tone for the season, with Damien achieving a road victory over JSerra, Beaumont impressively scoring 52 points against Cathedral, and Sierra Canyon dominating Oaks Christian with a score of 63-0. Additionally, Mission Viejo won decisively over St. Paul, 58-14, and Santa Margarita managed to score 33 points to defeat Corona Centennial.

This year’s top 25 teams include powerhouses such as Mater Dei, St. John Bosco, Mission Viejo, Sierra Canyon, and Orange Lutheran, with rankings reflecting each team’s performance from the previous season. Notably, Mater Dei has secured a strong position following a forfeit from Bishop Montgomery.

As the season unfolds, fans will see how upcoming games influence team standings and playoff potential. The official launch of high school football in California promises not only spirited competition but also the opportunity for young athletes to showcase their talent on a prominent platform.

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