The 2025 California high school football season gets underway with a compelling non-conference showdown as the Clovis West Golden Eagles (Fresno, CA) travel south to face the Edison Chargers (Huntington Beach, CA). The season opener is set for Friday, August 22, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Edison High School.
Both teams enter with clean slates and high expectations, looking to start their campaigns with a statement win.
Game Details
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Matchup: Clovis West (Fresno, CA) vs Edison (Huntington Beach, CA)
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Date & Time: Friday, August 22, 2025 – 7:00 PM
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Location: Edison High School, Huntington Beach, CA
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Watch Live: Stream the game on the NFHS Network
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Live Updates: Follow real-time scores on MaxPreps
Clovis West Golden Eagles (0-0)
The Golden Eagles come into 2025 with plenty to prove. Ranked #67 in California and #703 nationally, Clovis West is eager to showcase its talent against a top-tier opponent right out of the gate.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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Rankings: #67 in California | #703 Nationally
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Strengths: Developing core with energy and hunger for a breakthrough win
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Key to Win: Establish the ground game early and find ways to control time of possession against a more experienced Edison squad.
Edison Chargers (0-0)
The Chargers, ranked #23 in California and #150 nationally, are one of Southern California’s perennial football powers. Edison is looking to start strong at home, backed by a passionate fan base and a tradition of winning.
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2025 Record: 0-0
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Rankings: #23 in California | #150 Nationally
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Strengths: Balanced roster, physical defense, and home-field advantage
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Key to Win: Dominate the line of scrimmage and limit Clovis West’s big-play chances.
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Record |
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| Clovis West | #703 | #67 (CA) | 0-0 |
| Edison | #150 | #23 (CA) | 0-0 |
Storylines to Watch
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Season Opener Pressure: Both teams are eager to prove themselves in Week 1.
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Central vs Southern California Clash: Clovis West (Fresno) represents the Central Section, while Edison carries the SoCal banner.
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Top-25 California Program: Edison looks to defend its ranking and establish momentum right away.
Friday night’s matchup between Clovis West and Edison promises to be a tone-setter for both programs. The Golden Eagles are determined to test themselves against elite competition, while the Chargers aim to validate their top-25 state ranking with a convincing win at home. Expect a physical contest where execution and discipline will decide the outcome.
