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High school football in Los Angeles kicked off with competitive matchups across the CIF Southern Section and the L.A. City Section. Noteworthy results included Bloomington’s 62-0 win against Jurupa Valley and several other significant victories. The excitement builds as fans look forward to more games in the coming weeks, showcasing an array of talented teams and promising matchups that will shape the season ahead.

Los Angeles High School Football Results: August 22, 2025

Los Angeles, CA – High school football teams across the CIF Southern Section and the L.A. City Section showcased their skills on August 22, 2025, with exciting matchups and significant victories marking the start of the season. Notable outcomes include a resounding 62-0 win for Bloomington against Jurupa Valley, alongside several other decisive victories throughout the regions.

In the CIF Southern Section (CIF-SS) nonleague results, a total of 155 games were played, yielding varied results across different schools. Bellflower triumphed over Whittier with a score of 27-6, while Citrus Hill decisively defeated Riverside Notre Dame, 54-0. Other significant scores included Cajon’s narrow victory over Newport Harbor, 38-35, and Costa Mesa’s overpowering 57-0 victory against Savanna. These games highlight the competitive nature of high school football in the Los Angeles area as teams strive for victory this season.

Furthermore, the CIF-SS Manzanita League kicked off with Anza Hamilton defeating Nuview Bridge 59-19, signaling a strong start for Hamilton in league play. In intersectional play, La Jolla Bishop’s established their dominance with a 42-6 win over California Military Institute, as Santa Rosa Academy edged out Kearny with a score of 24-14.

In the realm of 8-man football, Lancaster Desert Christian demonstrated prowess with a convincing 53-0 win against Milken, while the California School for the Deaf in Riverside outperformed New Designs Watts by an impressive 80-20 margin.

Upcoming Games and Notable Matchups

Looking ahead, high school football continues on August 29, 2025, with an extensive lineup of games across California, showcasing a total of 354 matchups. The CIF Southern Section alone will feature highly anticipated games, including No. 2 ranked St. John Bosco facing off against Manatee from Bradenton, Florida, and No. 3 Mission Viejo going head-to-head with No. 8 Santa Margarita. Both games will attract significant attention as they present opportunities for ranked teams to assert their dominance early in the season.

In addition to these exciting matchups in the Southern Section, the CIF Sac-Joaquin Section will host 78 games, highlighted by a pivotal game between Bishop Manogue and St. Mary’s. Meanwhile, the CIF Central Section will feature 59 games, with the duel between San Joaquin Memorial and Clovis North drawing particular interest. In the CIF San Diego Section, a key match will see Lincoln challenge Punahou at 5:00 PM. The CIF LA City Section will also kick off its season with 36 games, beginning with a contest between Gardena and Crespi. The northern sections will follow suit later in the month, with games in the Central Coast Section starting on August 28 and the North Coast Section on August 29.

Growth of High School Football

The CIF Southern Section has demonstrated its commitment to supporting high school football, partnering with the Los Angeles Chargers to discuss the progress of girls’ flag football during a press conference leading up to the championship games. This partnership underscores the increasing popularity and outreach of football in schools, particularly for female athletes, contributing to a more inclusive sporting environment.

As the season progresses, high school football promises excitement and competition, with teams vying for glory across California. With the current successes and forthcoming games, fans eagerly anticipate how these teams will shape the landscape of high school football in the weeks to come.

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Additional Resources

• SI.com: California High School Football Scores
• Wikipedia: High School Football
• OC Register: High School Football Scores
• Google Search: High School Football California
• LA Times: High School Football Semifinal Results
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Football
• OC Register: Week 2 High School Football Scores

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