The 2025 California high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Del Norte Warriors host the Hoopa Valley Warriors on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The game will take place at Del Norte High School in Crescent City, CA, with both teams starting their seasons and looking to set an early tone.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Hoopa Valley (Hoopa, CA) vs Del Norte (Crescent City, CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:30 PM
○ Location: Del Norte High School, Crescent City, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Hoopa Valley Warriors
The Warriors enter ranked #11,449 nationally, #787 in California, and #11 in their section division. Hoopa Valley looks to build confidence on the road by leaning on their effort, physicality, and team cohesion in their season opener.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #11,449
○ State Rank: #787 (CA)
○ Section Division Rank: #11
○ Strengths: Team energy, physical play, underdog mentality
○ Key to Win: Minimize mistakes and create offensive consistency
Del Norte Warriors
Del Norte comes in ranked #5,454 nationally, #358 in California, and #4 in their section division. Opening the year at home, the Warriors are expected to rely on their balanced attack and disciplined defense to set the tone for the season.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #5,454
○ State Rank: #358 (CA)
○ Section Division Rank: #4
○ Strengths: Balanced roster, defensive discipline, home-field advantage
○ Key to Win: Control the line of scrimmage and capitalize on scoring chances
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Section Div. Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoopa Valley Warriors | 11,449 | 787 (CA) | 11 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
| Del Norte Warriors | 5,454 | 358 (CA) | 4 | 0-0 | 0 | 0 |
Melvin Smith is a high school sports enthusiast with a passion for capturing the energy of student competitions. He enjoys sharing stories that celebrate athletes’ dedication and the community spirit of the game.