The 2025 California high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Compton Early College Rising Phoenix host the Magnolia Sentinels on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter seeking their first victory of the season after tough opening-week losses.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Magnolia (Anaheim, CA) vs Compton Early College (Compton, CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Compton College Stadium, Compton, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Magnolia Sentinels
The Sentinels enter ranked #13,839 nationally, #1,025 in California, and #360 in their section. Magnolia is still searching for its first points of the year after falling in its opener. A rebound effort on both sides of the ball will be crucial.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #13,839
○ State Rank: #1,025 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #360
○ Strengths: Determination, potential offensive improvement, defensive adjustments
○ Key to Win: Establish early scoring drives and tighten defensive coverage
Compton Early College Rising Phoenix
The Rising Phoenix come in ranked #13,905 nationally, #1,035 in California, and #366 in their section. Despite a season-opening loss, they managed to find the end zone and will look to build upon that as they host Magnolia under the lights.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #13,905
○ State Rank: #1,035 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #366
○ Strengths: Home-field energy, offensive spark, resilience after tough opener
○ Key to Win: Minimize turnovers and capitalize on red-zone opportunities
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Section Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Sentinels | 13,839 | 1,025 (CA) | 360 | 0-1 | 0 | 56 |
| Compton Early College Rising Phoenix | 13,905 | 1,035 (CA) | 366 | 0-1 | 6 | 48 |
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.