Perennial Reno powerhouse Bishop Manogue continues its annual tradition of playing Northern California's toughest programs before league play on Saturday with a home game against reigning CIF-NCS D1 champion Pittsburg.
Bishop Manogue (1-2) seeks to get back in the wins column after falling to NorCal stalwarts St. Mary's (Stockton) and Rocklin in competitive games, while Pittsburg (1-0) could use a statement win.
WATCH: Bishop Manogue vs. Pittsburg on NFHS Network
A lot of people are wondering what statewide No. 19 Pittsburg squad is made of this year. The Pirates had one of their strongest teams yet in 2024 when they won yet another CIF-NCS D1 title and regional crown, but after graduating a fantastic senior class, they have the shortest list of big-name talent they've had in several years or more. Pittsburg's new-look offense showed its meddle in a season-opening 42-36 win over Granite Bay, but its defense could stand to build momentum. Last year Pittsburg won 41-14, and while it's the clear favorite again on Saturday, it'll likely be a less lopsided affair at minimum.
In the Granite Bay win, QB Carlos Torres completed 20 of 28 passes for 300 yards and three touchdowns against zero interceptions, Jari Alexander ran for 147 yards and two TDs, Kenneth Ward caught for 150 yards and three TDs, and Japheth Tofaeono led the Pirates with 10 tackles and two tackles for loss.
So far this season, Bishop Manogue has leaned heavily on Nevada-bound QB Brandon Mann and WR/DB Nate Simmons. Mann has completed 59.2% of passes for 613 yards, 10 TDs, and zero interceptions, and he's also run for a team-high 281 yards on 7.8 yards per carry. Simmons leads the team with 20 catches, 345 receiving yards, seven receiving TDs, two interceptions, and three pass break-ups.
Here’s everything you need to know about live streaming Bishop Manogue vs. Pittsburg.
How to watch Bishop Manogue vs. Pittsburg football
- Live Stream: Watch on the NFHS Network
Bishop Manogue vs. Pittsburg will air live on the NFHS Network. You can subscribe to NFHS Network on a monthly basis or an annual subscription.
Bishop Manogue vs. Pittsburg start time
- Date: Saturday, Sep. 6
- Time: 4:00 p.m. PT
The opening kickoff is set for 4:00 p.m. PT on Saturday, Sep. 6. The game will be played at Bishop Manogue Catholic High School in Reno.
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