One of the most highly-anticipated non-league games of the California high school football season is here.
Corona Centennial (1-0), ranked third in the state, heads to No. 7 Santa Margarita (0-1) seeking revenge for a lopsided 31-15 upset a year ago. Their battle is ranked No. 1 on our countdown of the top 10 California games of the week.
WATCH: Santa Margarita vs. Corona Centennial on NFHS Network
Based solely on the fact that the Eagles scored just three points in a one-score loss to Mission Viejo last week, some might say they have no chance against, which dazzled against Servite in Week Zero. But it was the first game of the season for a largely new team playing one of the best teams in the country. More important to consider is recent history – in 2024, Santa Margarita stunned Centennial after getting blown out 35-7 by Mission Viejo, who Centennial beat months later in the playoffs. Put it all together – not to mention the star power and sheer level of play – and this is still one of the most exciting non-league games of the season despite the Huskies entering as heavy favorites.
When Santa Margarita won last year, it was, unsurprisingly, the Trent Mosley show. The 4-star USC commit had 11 catches for 212 yards and two touchdowns, plus a rushing touchdown. And Leki Holani totaled 12 tackles (seven solo), four TFLs, and a sack. Safe to say Centennial knows who it needs to zero in on after that, but the Eagles are still deep with potential game-changers.
Their last meeting wasn't even as close as the two-score finish would indicate. Santa Margarita led 24-0 at halftime and 31-0 after three quarters before the Huskies scored the last 15 points early in the fourth.
Here’s everything you need to know about live streaming Santa Margarita vs. Corona Centennial.
How to watch Santa Margarita vs. Corona Centennial football
- Live Stream: Watch on the NFHS Network
Santa Margarita vs. Corona Centennial will air live on the NFHS Network. You can subscribe to NFHS Network on a monthly basis or an annual subscription.
Santa Margarita vs. Corona Centennial start time
- Date: Thursday, Aug. 28
- Time: 7:30 p.m. PT
The opening kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. PT on Thursday, Aug. 28. The game will be played at Trabuco Hills High School in Mission Viejo.
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