JSerra Dominates County Tournament
The Orange County girls flag football tournament concluded with a dominant performance by JSerra, which finished the competition undefeated at 6‑0 and secured the top ranking.
In the championship game the Lions edged out Newport Harbor 23‑6, extending their unbeaten streak to 34 consecutive matches and cementing their status as the county’s premier program.
MVP Honors
MVP honors went to dual‑threat quarterback Kate Meier, whose leadership on both sides of the ball was pivotal in the victory.
Newport Harbor reached the final by defeating Huntington Beach 14‑0 in the semifinals, a shutout that highlighted the Harbormen’s defensive cohesion.
Huntington Beach opened the tournament with two convincing shutouts, 18‑0 over Redondo and 7‑0 over Classical Academy, setting an early tone of offensive efficiency.
Orange Lutheran advanced to the semifinals by beating Bonita Vista 6‑0 in the quarterfinals before succumbing to JSerra 27‑6, while Edison impressed with a 50‑0 opening‑game blowout that propelled them into the later rounds.
Tesoro lost to Beckman 26‑24 in the quarterfinals, with Chloe Gillis delivering 15 passing touchdowns and Jenna Tuttle contributing 51 receptions for 665 yards and eight scores.
Woodbridge’s run ended with an 18‑13 defeat to Mira Costa after a dominant 41‑13 victory over Corona del Mar earlier in the week, illustrating the fine margins that defined the event.
In the Division 2 bracket, Beckman edged out Mira Costa 19‑13 in the final, while Trabuco Hills fell 13‑12 to Corona del Mar after beating San Clemente 20‑19.
Overall, the tournament not only highlighted JSerra’s sustained excellence but also showcased a competitive landscape where multiple programs demonstrated the potential to challenge for future titles.