The Santa Ynez Pirates (CA) host the San Marcos Royals (Santa Barbara, CA) in a non-conference matchup on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams sit at 1-1 and will look to gain an early-season edge in what projects to be a competitive local showdown.
Game Details
○ Matchup: San Marcos (CA) @ Santa Ynez (CA)
○ Date & Time: 9/5/2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Santa Ynez High School, Santa Ynez, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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San Marcos Royals
San Marcos opened the season with a win at home before dropping their second game, putting them at .500. Ranked #409 in California, the Royals will rely on steady quarterback play and defensive adjustments to challenge Santa Ynez.
○ 2025 Record: 1-1
○ National Rank: #6,168
○ State Rank (CA): #409
○ Class Rank: #176 (Sec. Div. 8)
○ Key to Win: Maintain defensive discipline and generate explosive plays on offense.
Main Squad:
○ Adrian Lopez – QB
○ Daniel Ramirez – RB
○ Isaiah Torres – RB
○ Marcus Hernandez – WR
○ Julian Perez – WR
○ Kevin Alvarez – TE
○ Matthew Cruz – OL
○ Anthony Flores – OL
○ Elijah Gonzalez – LB
○ Carlos Rivera – DB
○ Nathan Scott – DB
Santa Ynez Pirates
The Pirates have shown offensive firepower through two games, scoring 63 points total while splitting results. Ranked #487 in California, Santa Ynez will look to capitalize on home-field advantage and continue to lean on their versatile playmakers.
○ 2025 Record: 1-1
○ National Rank: #7,336
○ State Rank (CA): #487
○ Class Rank: #56 (Sec. Div. 5)
○ Key to Win: Keep the offense balanced and protect the ball against San Marcos’ pressure defense.
Main Squad:
○ Jonathan Martinez – QB
○ Elijah Torres – RB
○ Gabriel Cruz – RB
○ Noah Thompson – WR
○ Jordan Lopez – WR
○ Matthew Hernandez – TE
○ Victor Sanchez – OL
○ Andrew Flores – OL
○ Xavier Green – LB
○ Isaiah Ramirez – DB
○ Adrian Vega – DB
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Marcos | 6,168 | 409 | 176 | 1-1 | 1-1 | 0-0 | .500 | 35 | 49 |
| Santa Ynez | 7,336 | 487 | 56 | 1-1 | 0-1 | 1-0 | .500 | 63 | 43 |
