The LBCC Vikings are set to play their final game at Veterans Memorial Stadium on August 29, 2025, marking the last chapter of a venue that will be demolished in 2029.
Honoring a Legacy
Coach Marques Cooper has made the stadium’s history a cornerstone of his message, urging the squad to feel the weight of tradition every time they step onto the field.
Former quarterback and assistant coach Neo Aoga, who was part of the school’s last national championship team in 1994, shares stories that help players appreciate the significance of the jerseys they wear.
After the opener, the Vikings will shift their remaining four home contests to St. Anthony’s Clark Field, a modest venue just up the street from LBCC that will serve as their temporary home.
The 2025 season follows a tough 2024 campaign that ended 3‑7, a year marked by a coaching transition and rumors of program instability, making the current optimism all the more palpable.
Key returnees such as Knockia Wynter, an all‑state defensive lineman from Tennessee, and Levar Talley, a defensive stalwart who rebounded from Nevada, provide a foundation of experience.
On offense, standouts like Lynnden Hodge and Khalil Warren are expected to drive the attack, with Warren having missed last season but now slated to lead the backfield in 2026.
Players repeatedly describe Coach Cooper as family, noting his motivating presence and the tight bond that has formed during spring ball and fall camp.
Looking Ahead to the Playoffs
The schedule includes matchups against Riverside, Mt. San Jacinto, Southwestern, Santa Barbara, Hancock, Santa Ana, Ventura and Moorpark, culminating in the CCCAA State Playoffs from November 14 to December 12, where the Vikings hope to finish their final season with a strong showing.