News Summary
Excitement fills the air as California high school football continues to unfold with impressive performances from young athletes. Last week showcased thrilling matchups, including Kamehameha Kapalama battling JSerra Catholic, De La Salle dominating Junipero Serra, and St. Louis Crusaders capturing a strong win over Mililani. Players like Taimane Purcell, Nemyah Telona, and Nainoa Lopes have made notable contributions, illustrating the promising future of high school football in the state. With many more games scheduled, anticipation is high for the upcoming matchups featuring Palm Springs and Bellflower.
California High School Football Update: Promising Young Athletes Shine
Hello football fans! This past week has been buzzing with excitement and action across the California high school football scene. With countless talented athletes stepping up to showcase their skills, let’s dive into some of the standout performances and team highlights!
Kamehameha Kapalama vs. JSerra Catholic
In a thrilling match that had everyone on the edge of their seats, the Kamehameha Kapalama Warriors faced off against the JSerra Catholic Lions. Despite a 38-20 loss for Kamehameha, Taimane Purcell made his mark with a solid performance, snagging 1 reception for 30 yards. It’s all about growth for the young stars!
De La Salle Spartans vs. Junipero Serra Padres
Over in Concord, the De La Salle Spartans were a force to be reckoned with as they shut out the Junipero Serra Padres 26-0. Nemyah Telona contributed significantly, posting 1 solo tackle and intercepting a pass, proving once again that the Spartans mean business this season!
Western Pioneers vs. Huntington Beach Oilers
Unfortunately, the Western Pioneers had a rough night, falling to the Huntington Beach Oilers 48-7. Ernest Nunley played hard but faced an uphill battle, recording 3 total tackles (2 solo, 1 assisted). It’s clear that perseverance is key moving forward!
St. Louis Crusaders vs. Mililani
On the Hawaiian front, the St. Louis Crusaders had a fantastic outing, winning against Mililani with a score of 44-14. Nainoa Lopes was impressive, leading the team with 18 completions on 25 attempts, racking up 264 yards and throwing 3 touchdowns without a single interception. Kamo’i Huihui-White also deserves a shout-out for protecting the offensive line and supporting a steady rushing attack!
Thomas County Central vs. Thomasville Bulldogs
In another dominating performance, Cam Brooks from Thomas County Central made a sizable impact in their 55-7 victory against the Thomasville Bulldogs. He tallied 4 total tackles, including 2.5 sacks that surely had the other team sweating!
Centennial Huskies vs. Bingham Miners
The Centennial Huskies had a strong showing themselves, overpowering the Bingham Miners 42-6. Jonathan McKinley II stood out defensively with 7 tackles and 4 quarterback hurries, proving that defense wins games!
Exciting Performances Across the Board
We also saw some great efforts from other players around the state. EJ Morgan contributed to the Bengals’ victory over Turlock Bulldogs 44-20 with a reception, while Deon Jackson played a vital role in Long Beach Poly’s close win against Tustin Tillers 28-27, showcasing both rushing skills and lockdown defense.
Upcoming Matches
As we look ahead, get excited for the rush of high school football approaching this Thursday, September 11. A whopping 51 games are on the schedule, and among the marquee matchups, we have Palm Springs going toe-to-toe with Colton, and Bellflower versus Whittier. Mark your calendars, because you won’t want to miss out!
The future of California high school football looks bright with so many rising athletes ready to take center stage. Stay tuned as we continue to cheer on these young talents, keep track of their progress, and celebrate their achievements all season long!
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Additional Resources
- SI: California High School Football Schedule
- Wikipedia: High School Football
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- Google Search: California High School Football News
- SI: Final Scores and Results September 12
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Football
- SI: CIF High School Football Schedule September 12
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