News Summary
The CIF high school football season is set to begin with a packed schedule across California, featuring 354 games. Among the standout matchups, No. 2 St. John Bosco will face Manatee in Florida, while No. 3 Mission Viejo clashes with No. 8 Santa Margarita. With 12 games involving ranked teams, the opening night promises fierce competition and showcases the excitement surrounding school sports this season. Fans can track all games and results via the California High School Football Scoreboard.
Los Angeles – The 2025 CIF high school football season kicks off on Friday, August 22, with an expansive schedule featuring 354 games across California. Fans can stay updated on the action through the California High School Football Scoreboard, providing live coverage of all matchups.
This opening night promises thrilling encounters, highlighted by several marquee games. Among the significant matchups, No. 2 ranked St. John Bosco will visit Manatee in Bradenton, Florida. Additionally, No. 3 Mission Viejo is set to clash with No. 8 Santa Margarita in an exciting CIF Southern Section contest. In total, there are 12 games on the schedule that feature ranked teams, underscoring the competitive atmosphere anticipated for the first night of play.
CIF Southern Section Schedule
The CIF Southern Section leads the way with a total of 155 games scheduled. St. John Bosco’s matchup against Manatee stands out as a key highlight of the evening. This matchup pits a highly regarded California team against a formidable opponent from Florida, drawing considerable interest from local and state-wide fans.
CIF Sac-Joaquin Section
In the CIF Sac-Joaquin Section, there are 78 games slated for kickoff. The notable game in this section includes Bishop Manogue taking on St. Mary’s, promising a competitive atmosphere that aligns with the overall excitement of the season opener.
CIF Central Section
Turning to the CIF Central Section, 59 games are set for Friday. A notable matchup in this section will see San Joaquin Memorial face Clovis North, as these teams look to establish their strengths early in the season.
CIF San Diego Section
The CIF San Diego Section features 49 games, with a highlight being the contest between Lincoln and Punahou, kicking off at 5:00 PM. This region promises to add a dynamic element to the opening weekend as teams take to the field.
CIF LA City Section
In the CIF LA City Section, 36 games have been lined up, beginning with the matchup between Gardena and Crespi. The excitement in this section reflects the growing interest in high school football throughout urban communities.
CIF Northern and Oakland Sections
The CIF Northern Section has five games planned to start the season, commencing with Pleasant Valley versus Central Catholic. Meanwhile, the CIF Oakland Section will have a single game scheduled for Friday night, adding a unique flavor to the regional competition of California high school football.
Future Matches
For schools in the CIF Central Coast Section, their games will commence on August 28, followed by the CIF North Coast Section, which starts on August 29. These later sections promise to build on the momentum created during the opening weekend.
Overall, the first weekend of the 2025 CIF high school football season showcases a variety of competitive games across different sections of California. Each game plays a vital role in setting the tone for what is expected to be an exhilarating season, with teams vying for pride, recognition, and a chance at the CIF championships. As the season unfolds, fans across the state can look forward to following their teams and witnessing the rich tapestry of talent that high school football in California has to offer.
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