Week 4 of the West Region Super 15 football season delivered a cascade of dramatic turns, with Arizona programs surging to the forefront and traditional powerhouses facing unexpected setbacks.
Week 4 Highlights
Orange Lutheran secured a 23‑16 victory over Basha in Chandler, Arizona, snapping a previous loss and moving to within one game of a perfect 3‑0 start. The turning point came when King Rich Johnson intercepted a pass and returned it for a pick‑six in the second quarter, swinging momentum decisively in the Lancers’ favor.
Peoria’s Liberty answered a test of resilience with a come‑from‑behind win over Corner Canyon in Draper, Utah, earning its first spot in the Super 15 rankings. The victory not only halted Corner Canyon’s unbeaten streak but also underscored Liberty’s ability to thrive under pressure.
Meanwhile, Folsom advanced into the rankings after a 35‑21 triumph over Mission Viejo, a result that highlighted the growing depth of California’s competition and added another contender to the West Region’s mix.
Santa Margarita continued its dominance, racing to a 34‑0 halftime lead before finishing with 17 total tackles for loss, four sacks and five rushing touchdowns, firmly preserving its top position in the conference.
Santa Ana’s Mater Dei also impressed, posting a 38‑22 victory over a top Colorado opponent, reinforcing its status as a perennial powerhouse in the region.
Chandler’s Hamilton surged to No. 1 among Arizona teams after a 44‑0 demolition of Arbor View in Las Vegas, a performance that was amplified by a subsequent loss to Basha that propelled the Vikings into the lead.
Bellflower’s St. John Bosco overcame a halftime deficit, responding with 13 unanswered points in the third quarter to secure a 34‑21 win, demonstrating the resilience that defines the league’s competitive spirit.
Corner Canyon, the season’s earlier unbeaten squad, suffered its first loss of the year against Liberty, a setback that reshapes the early standings and signals heightened competition across the region.
With Orange Lutheran poised to finish the week at 3‑0, the early-season narrative now centers on how these shifting dynamics will influence the remainder of the Super 15 schedule.