Friday night will see the Cabrillo High School football team host the Sonora Raiders in a highly anticipated non‑league showdown, kicking off at 7 p.m. The contest marks the second season under head coach Malcolm Manuel for Cabrillo, and it pits two programs eager to prove their offensive firepower.
Cabrillo arrives with a roster built around returning quarterback Fernando Leanos, who will be joined by senior receiver Danny Lopez and a trio of sophomore playmakers — Zyair Hughes, Stephan Walker — and running back Armon Lumpkin. The group has been working through the offseason with the aim of expanding a passing attack that was already productive a year ago.
Across the field, the Sonora Raiders will field junior quarterback Levi Santos, who logged over 1,000 yards passing last season, and will look to exploit his connection with junior wideout Matthew Shaw. The backfield will be anchored by senior Gabriel Burgos, who rushed for more than 300 yards in his junior year, adding a ground‑game dimension to the offense.
Both coaches have emphasized that the game is about execution rather than external narratives. Manuel has repeatedly stressed that the team will stay focused on its assignments, while Sonora’s staff hopes to build on past lessons and translate that into a more balanced attack.
Key Players to Watch
The matchup is also being highlighted by sponsors from the Long Beach Poly community, with alumni Wendell 'WoWo' Moe, Jr. and Tyson Ruffins supporting The562’s coverage of high school football. Fans can expect a competitive game that showcases the next generation of talent from both programs.