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The Times' preseason top 25 high school football rankings
The Times' preseason top 25 high school football rankings: 1. MATER DEI: It's very possible the Monarchs can go unbeaten again with their exceptional receiver group, strong lines and top two-way player Tomuhini Topui, a USC commit. 2. ST. JOHN BOSCO: Experience on defense and improving sophomore QB Koa Malau'ulu will be key for the Braves to break through and finish on top. 3. ORANGE LUTHERAN: Strong offensive and defensive lines will help Lancers overcome inexperience at quarterback. 4. SIERRA CANYON: Trailblazers' defense will be the best in Southern California, led by impressive depth on the line and in the secondary. 5. CORONA CENTENNIAL: Coach Matt Logan has scheduled three straight Trinity League opponents in attempt to prepare team for Division 1 playoffs. 6. MISSION VIEJO: QB Luke Fahey, an Ohio State commit, is the real deal and will have lots of weapons to help the Diablos succeed. 7. SANTA MARGARITA: With good coaches, improved line play and a healthy Trent Mosley, the Eagles are capable of making a big jump. 8. GARDENA SERRA: It's a yearly challenge for the Cavaliers to stay healthy enough for their immense talent to make it through a 14-game schedule. 9. SERVITE: The offensive line is outstanding, which will help the Friars stay competitive in the tough Trinity League. 10. NEWBURY PARK: QB Brady Smigiel must gain chemistry with a new group of receivers, but the talent is there for the Panthers to have another big season. 11. CATHEDRAL: The Phantoms are ready to rise to prominence behind quarterback Jaden Jefferson. 12. JSERRA: New quarterback Koa Smith-Mayall is better than people think, and there's young players ready to step forward. 13. VISTA MURRIETA: Coach Casey Candaele trusts quarterback Bryson Beavers, an Oregon commit. 14. YORBA LINDA: Coach Jeff Bailey keeps being underrated, but the Mustangs keep producing big wins. 15. EDISON: Junior quarterback Sam Thomson received lots of playoff experience during state championship run. 16. SAN JUAN HILLS: A strong summer performance showed the skill position players are ready, led by quarterback Timmy Herr. 17. OAKS CHRISTIAN: There's talent throughout the lineup, including speedy running back Deshonne Redeaux, who will try to stay healthy. 18. INGLEWOOD: After reaching Division 1 playoffs last season, Sentinels are still the favorite to win the tough Bay League. 19. CHAPARRAL: Quarterback Dane Weber continues to progress, making his team very dangerous. 20. CORONA DEL MAR: The Sea Kings have returnees at key positions, making them a possible Bravo League title contender. 21. DAMIEN: Quarterback Isaiah Arriaza passed for nearly 3,000 yards as a junior, allowing Spartans to build around him. 22. PALOS VERDES: Defending state champions have junior QB Ryan Rakowski, CB Jalen Flowers and DB Cameron Hughes for challenging schedule. 23. DOWNEY: Quarterback Oscar Rios, an Arizona commit, can pass, run and lead. 24. SHERMAN OAKS NOTRE DAME: Transfer QB Wyatt Brown will combine with WR Luc Weaver to provide the Knights with offensive explosiveness. 25. OXNARD PACIFICA: Juniors Isaiah Phelps and Alijah Royster showed as sophomores they're ready to become stars. Others to watch: Los Alamitos, Long Beach Poly, Leuzinger, Long Beach Millikan, Tustin, Valencia, San Clemente. Sign up for the L.A. Times SoCal high school sports newsletter to get scores, stories and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes prep sports so popular. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
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02-08-2025
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St. John Bosco Baseball's incredible turnaround
In 2023, Head Coach Andy Rojo took over a St. John Bosco baseball program that was coming off a 10-18 season, including just 1-14 in Trinity League play. Two years later, the Braves went 14-1 in league, won the CIF Southern Section and finished as state champions. So how did they pull off this amazing turnaround?
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10-07-2025
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Edison passing tournament is set for Saturday
Sophomore quarterback Koa Malau'ulu of St. John Bosco High will get a great deal of attention during the Battle at the Beach passing tournament on Saturday. (Eric Sondheimer / Los Angeles Times) For fans, parents and sportswriters,Edison's seven-on-seven passing tournament, known as the Battle at the Beach, on Saturday is a key moment in the summer passing season, leading to the start of official football practice at the end of the month. It's not about wins and losses on Saturday but seeing which teams and players have made progress in the offseason and getting a first look at transfer students to see how they might fit in. It's also a sensitive time for coaches trying to keep players happy so they don't transfer to another school just as the season is about to begin. Advertisement The opportunity to see top skill-position players performing for their teams before pads come on next month is always the attraction of the well-run Edison tournament. The 9 a.m. games offer perhaps the best matchups of the day: Edison vs. Santa Margarita, Cathedral vs. St. John Bosco and Servite vs. Mission Viejo. One of those teams almost certainly will be crowned champion by the end of the day. Edison coach Jeff Grady understands players are fresh and focused at the start of a long day, so that's the time you learn the most about a team. Mission Viejo, having beaten Mater Dei to win its own tournament last month, gets the favorite's role behind quarterback Luke Fahey, an Ohio State commit. Santa Margarita will receive lots of attention in its first appearance since Heisman Trophy winner Carson Palmer was named head coach. There will be lots of focus on quarterbacks, from St. John Bosco's Koa Malau'ulu to Palos Verdes' Ryan Rakowski. Advertisement Coaches invited to this event know their players are expected to act classy with no fights. The officials use the event to get into shape for the season ahead and try out new officials. Players get to high-five their friends after intense competitions knowing they're still friends, win or lose. No one wins an 11-man championship based on seven-on-seven success (linemen are important), but there are so many good receivers and defensive backs in this tournament that it's always entertaining to watch and check out if any new players are ready to make an impact. Sign up for the L.A. Times SoCal high school sports newsletter to get scores, stories and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes prep sports so popular. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
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15-06-2025
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The Times' baseball coach of the year: Andy Rojo of St. John Bosco
St. John Bosco High, a sports powerhouse, had been waiting years to get its baseball program to a high level. It finally happened under second-year coach Andy Rojo, who guided the Braves to the Southern Section Division 1 championship and Southern California Division I regional championship, a first in school history. 'He just held us accountable from the first day in the fall,' pitcher Jack Champlin said. 'Every practice was a grind. Every day has been a grind. He's keeping us held to a higher standard.' Advertisement For taking St. John Bosco to its first Trinity League title since 2017 and directing the Braves to a 30-4 record, Rojo has been selected The Times' baseball coach of the year. Rojo came from the college ranks when St. John Bosco hired him. He had been an assistant coach at Long Beach State and before that Riverside City College while also helping USA Baseball identify amateur talent. 'He talks at the right time and builds personal relationships and everyone is willing to lay it out on the line for him,' Champlin said. Sign up for the L.A. Times SoCal high school sports newsletter to get scores, stories and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes prep sports so popular. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
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15-06-2025
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The Times' final top 25 high school baseball rankings for 2025
St. John Bosco High teammates celebrate with a dogpile on the field after winning the regional baseball title. (Steve Galluzzo / For The Times) A look at the top 25 high school baseball teams in the Southland by The Times after the 2025 playoffs. Rk. School (Rec.); Comment; previous ranking 1. ST. JOHN BOSCO (30-4) SS Division 1 champion; Regional Division I champion; 4 Advertisement 2. CORONA (28-3); SS Division 1 semifinalist; 1 3. SANTA MARGARITA (20-14); SS Division 1 finalist; Regional Division 1 first round; 18 4. CRESPI (25-3); SS Division 1 semifinalist; Regional Division I semifinalist; 2 5. HUNTINGTON BEACH (24-5); SS Division 1 first round; 3 6. VILLA PARK (25-8); SS Division 1 semifinalist; Regional Division I semifinalist; 11 7. LOS ALAMITOS (19-10-2); SS Division 1 quarterfinalist; 19 8. MIRA COSTA (28-3); SS Division 1 quarterfinalist; 16 9. NORCO (22-9); SS Division 1 quarterfinalist; 13 10. ORANGE LUTHERAN (23-7); SS Division 1 second round; 6 11. WEST RANCH (25-9); SS Division 2 champion; NR Advertisement 12. AQUINAS (25-3); SS Division 1 second round; 5 13. VISTA MURRIETA (23-6-1); SS Division 1 second round; 14 14. EL DORADO (21-9); SS Division 1 second round; 15 15. NEWPORT HARBOR (22-7); SS Division 1 first round; 12 16. LA MIRADA (21-7); SS Division 1 first round; 8 17. HARVARD-WESTLAKE (19-10); SS Division 1 first round; 7 18. ARCADIA (26-4); SS Division 1 second round; 17 19. LAGUNA BEACH (25-4); SS Division 1 second round; NR 20. MATER DEI (19-15); SS Division 2 runner-up; Regional DI first round; NR 21. SUMMIT (25-4); SS Division 1 first round; 10 22. LOS OSOS (20-9); SS Division 1 second round; 22 Advertisement 23. SERVITE (17-14); SS Division 2 quarterfinalist; 20 24. CYPRESS (18-11); SS Division 1 first round; 9 25. BISHOP AMAT (22-7); SS Division 1 first round; 25 Sign up for the L.A. Times SoCal high school sports newsletter to get scores, stories and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes prep sports so popular. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
