The 2025 California high school football season continues with a non-conference matchup as the San Marcos Knights host the Tesoro Titans on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:15 PM. Tesoro enters unbeaten after a strong season-opening win, while San Marcos looks to bounce back following a narrow loss.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Tesoro (Rancho Santa Margarita, CA) vs San Marcos (San Marcos, CA)
○ Date & Time: Friday, August 29, 2025 – 7:15 PM
○ Location: San Marcos High School, San Marcos, CA
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Tesoro Titans
The Titans come in ranked #934 nationally, #82 in California, and #49 in their section. Tesoro opened the season with a 24-14 road victory, showing both offensive efficiency and defensive resilience.
○ 2025 Record: 1-0
○ National Rank: #934
○ State Rank: #82 (CA)
○ Class Rank: #49
○ Strengths: Balanced offense, solid defensive play, momentum from road win
○ Key to Win: Control possession and finish drives in the red zone
San Marcos Knights
San Marcos enters ranked #1,525 nationally, #125 in California, and #12 in their section division. The Knights battled in a close 28-27 loss, proving they can compete offensively but needing stronger defensive stops late in games.
○ 2025 Record: 0-1
○ National Rank: #1,525
○ State Rank: #125 (CA)
○ Class Rank: #12
○ Strengths: Explosive offense, competitive edge, strong quarterback play
○ Key to Win: Improve defensive execution and limit big plays
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Record | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesoro Titans | 934 | 82 (CA) | 49 | 1-0 | 24 | 14 |
| San Marcos Knights | 1,525 | 125 (CA) | 12 | 0-1 | 27 | 28 |
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.