California’s Elite High School Football Teams Gear Up for 2026 Season
California’s top high school football programs jockey for position as the 2026 season looms, with historic rivalries and new matchups on the horizon.
Aug 17, 2026
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CIF Southern Section Unveils 2026 Preseason Top 25 Football Rankings
High School On SI releases its annual preseason countdown, highlighting the top 25 squads, key returning players, newcomers and coach insights ahead of August kickoff.
Aug 3, 2026
Crespi High School Preps for 2026 Season Amid Scorching Heat
With temperatures exceeding 100 °F, Crespi High School is redefining practice routines, adhering to new tackling limits, and gearing up for a milestone season that includes a rivalry opener and a league‑title showdown.
Jul 28, 2026
St. John Bosco Leads 44th Cal-Hi Sports All-State Baseball Selections
The latest Cal-Hi Sports All-State baseball teams reveal St. John Bosco’s dominance, with three of its athletes making the first team, while Jared Grindlinger is named Mr. Baseball State Player of the Year.
Jul 25, 2026
Orange County High School Football Preview: Key Matchups and Storylines for 2026 Season
The 2026 Orange County high school football schedule features marquee openings, new leadership on the sidelines and talented quarterbacks eyeing college commitments.
Jul 24, 2026
Jalen Woods Emerges as Defensive Anchor for UCLA Amid Coaching Turmoil
From a 3‑star recruit in Bellflower to a team leader under his fourth head coach, Jalen Woods embodies the resilience and ambition of UCLA football.
Jul 2, 2026
Jared Grindlinger Named 2026 Mr. Baseball State Player of the Year
Jared Grindlinger, a two‑way standout from Huntington Beach, was crowned the 2026 Mr. Baseball State Player of the Year, a distinction that underscores his exceptional performance during a breakthrough season.
Jul 1, 2026
Southern California High School Baseball and Softball Stars Shine at Annual Awards
Harvard-Westlake's James Tronstein is named baseball player of the year, while JSerra's Liliana Escobar earns softball player of the year honors. Coaches Gus Rico and Matt Mowry are recognized for guiding the Patriots to a historic league title, and emerging athletes secure scholarships and new leadership roles across the region.
Jun 8, 2026
Julian Garcia’s Masterful Outing Leads St. John Bosco to Back‑to‑Back Sectional Crown
St. John Bosco’s Julian Garcia threw a complete‑game one‑hitter with 14 strikeouts, delivering a comeback victory that secured the team’s second straight CIF Southern Section Division 1 title.
May 30, 2026
Julian Garcia’s Redemption Leads St. John Bosco to Back-to-Back Baseball Titles
Julian Garcia’s dominant pitching lifts St. John Bosco to a 2-0 victory over Norco, securing a second consecutive Division 1 baseball championship and cementing his redemption after surgery.
May 30, 2026
Southern Section Baseball Playoffs Set for Championship Showdown
St. John Bosco defeated Harvard-Westlake 3-1 with Moises Razo driving in the winning run, while Norco beat Sherman Oaks Notre Dame 5-2. The championship matchup will pit Julian Garcia against Jordan Ayala, with other divisions also delivering exciting finals.
May 27, 2026
Harvard-Westlake Falls to St. John Bosco in Semifinal Showdown
The Wolverines' season ended in Bellflower after a 3‑1 loss to St. John Bosco, but freshman Louis Lappe's standout performance offers a glimpse of future promise.
May 27, 2026
CIF Southern Section Baseball Finals Set for May 29-30 Showdown
A preview of the upcoming CIF Southern Section baseball finals, highlighting key matchups, broadcast details and standout performances from across the state.
May 27, 2026