The 2025 California high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Valley Christian Defenders host the Calvary Chapel Eagles on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at Valley Christian High School in Cerritos, CA, with both teams coming off dominant shutout victories to open the season.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Calvary Chapel (Santa Ana, CA) vs Valley Christian (Cerritos, CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Valley Christian High School, Cerritos, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Calvary Chapel Eagles
The Eagles enter ranked #9,853 nationally, #676 in California, and #260 in their section. Calvary Chapel opened the season with an impressive 35-0 shutout win, setting the tone with a strong defensive effort and steady offense. They’ll look to carry that momentum into another road test.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #9,853
○ State Rank: #676 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #260
○ Strengths: Tough defense, balanced offense, confidence from opener
○ Key to Win: Maintain defensive dominance and sustain offensive drives
Valley Christian Defenders
The Defenders come in ranked #6,342 nationally, #419 in California, and #180 in their section. Valley Christian also started with a shutout victory, defeating their opponent 41-0 at home. With another home game, the Defenders will look to stay unbeaten behind their explosive attack.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #6,342
○ State Rank: #419 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #180
○ Strengths: Explosive offense, home-field advantage, stingy defense
○ Key to Win: Keep offensive rhythm and continue defensive pressure
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Section Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calvary Chapel Eagles | 9,853 | 676 (CA) | 260 | 1-0 | 35 | 0 |
| Valley Christian Defenders | 6,342 | 419 (CA) | 180 | 1-0 | 41 | 0 |
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