The 2025 California high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the Peninsula Panthers host the St. Monica Mariners on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 4:30 PM. St. Monica enters unbeaten after a road win, while Peninsula looks to regroup at home following a tough opening loss.
Game Details
○ Matchup: St. Monica (Santa Monica, CA) vs Peninsula (Rolling Hills Estates, CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 4:30 PM
○ Location: Peninsula High School, Rolling Hills Estates, CA
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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St. Monica Mariners
The Mariners come in ranked #8,043 nationally, #536 in California, and #15 in their section division. They opened the season with a 23-16 victory, showing resilience on the road and an offense capable of finishing drives.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #8,043
○ State Rank: #536 (CA)
○ Class Rank: #15
○ Strengths: Balanced offense, confidence from opening win, solid road play
○ Key to Win: Sustain offensive rhythm and control the tempo on defense
Peninsula Panthers
Peninsula enters ranked #6,238 nationally, #412 in California, and #15 in their section division. The Panthers fell 46-0 in their opener, struggling to generate offensive production. At home, they will aim to bounce back with a stronger performance on both sides of the ball.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #6,238
○ State Rank: #412 (CA)
○ Class Rank: #15
○ Strengths: Home-field advantage, determined to rebound, physical play potential
○ Key to Win: Find consistency on offense and limit defensive breakdowns
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Monica Mariners | 8,043 | 536 (CA) | 15 | 1-0 | 23 | 16 |
| Peninsula Panthers | 6,238 | 412 (CA) | 15 | 0-1 | 0 | 46 |
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.