The 2025 California high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the South Spartans host the Arroyo Knights on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Arroyo looks to bounce back after a tough opening loss, while South prepares to take the field for the first time this season.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Arroyo (El Monte, CA) vs South (Torrance, CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: South High School, Torrance, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Arroyo Knights
The Knights come in ranked #10,869 nationally, #733 in California, and #278 in their section. After a 34-14 home loss to open the season, Arroyo will aim to improve offensively while shoring up their defense on the road.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #10,869
○ State Rank: #733 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #278
○ Division Rank: #2
○ Strengths: Experienced roster, motivated to rebound, offensive playmakers
○ Key to Win: Protect the football and limit big plays defensively
South Spartans
The Spartans enter ranked #8,343 nationally, #557 in California, and #230 in their section. Opening their season at home, South will look to lean on their defense and home crowd to set the tone early in 2025.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #8,343
○ State Rank: #557 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #230
○ Strengths: Home-field advantage, fresh start, defensive potential
○ Key to Win: Establish offensive rhythm and capitalize on opportunities
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Section Rank | Division Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Knights | 10,869 | 733 (CA) | 278 | 2 | 0-1 | 14 | 34 |
| South Spartans | 8,343 | 557 (CA) | 230 | – | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
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