The 2025 California high school football season continues with a non-conference showdown as the Valhalla Norsemen host the Mira Mesa Marauders on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Both teams enter unbeaten after opening-week victories and will look to extend their momentum.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Mira Mesa (San Diego, CA) vs Valhalla (El Cajon, CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:00 PM
○ Location: Valhalla High School, El Cajon, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Mira Mesa Marauders
The Marauders enter ranked #4,483 nationally, #294 in California, and #28 in their section. They opened the season with a defensive showcase, posting an 11-0 shutout at home. Mira Mesa will look to keep that defensive intensity while seeking more production offensively.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #4,483
○ State Rank: #294 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #28
○ Division Rank: #28
○ Strengths: Defensive dominance, disciplined roster, momentum from shutout win
○ Key to Win: Sustain defensive pressure and finish offensive drives
Valhalla Norsemen
The Norsemen come in ranked #12,106 nationally, #846 in California, and #73 in their section. Valhalla started strong with a 51-27 road victory, showing offensive explosiveness. At home, they’ll look to ride their high-scoring attack and improve defensively to secure a 2-0 start.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #12,106
○ State Rank: #846 (CA)
○ Section Rank: #73
○ Division Rank: #71
○ Strengths: Explosive offense, home-field advantage, momentum from opener
○ Key to Win: Control tempo and minimize defensive lapses
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Section Rank | Division Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mira Mesa Marauders | 4,483 | 294 (CA) | 28 | 28 | 1-0 | 11 | 0 |
| Valhalla Norsemen | 12,106 | 846 (CA) | 73 | 71 | 1-0 | 51 | 27 |
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