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Mater Dei Dominates Mission Viejo, Advances to Semifinals

11/15/2025

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Mater Dei Triumphs

Mater Dei High School football team defeated Mission Viejo 20-0 in the CIF-SS Division 1 quarterfinals on November 14, 2025.
Malachi Roby scored two touchdowns as the Monarchs' offense produced the decisive points.
Rainy conditions led to turnovers and missed opportunities for both teams.
The win advances Mater Dei to a semifinal against Centennial, who defeated Mater Dei earlier this season, as they pursue a ninth consecutive section final appearance.

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Folsom Pursues Title

The CIF Sac-Joaquin Section football playoffs are underway, introducing a new Division VIII for eight-man football.
Folsom aims for a fifth consecutive Division I title, while Sonora holds a 10-0 record.
In playoff action, Folsom defeated Downey 62-34 and Manteca defeated Tracy 43-8.
Semifinals are scheduled for November 21, with Monterey Trail at Folsom and Grant at Oak Ridge.
The playoffs draw attention as teams express concerns over seeding decisions.

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Historical Context

In 1972, the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) formalized playoff structures for high school football, enhancing competition. This year, CIF introduced new divisions, including Division VIII for eight-man football, reflecting the sport's growing popularity. Mater Dei's pursuit of a ninth consecutive section final appearance echoes historical dominance seen in programs like De La Salle, which achieved a remarkable 151-game winning streak starting in 1992.

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Mater Dei Triumphs

Mater Dei High School football team defeated Mission Viejo 20-0 in the CIF-SS Division 1 quarterfinals on November 14, 2025.
Malachi Roby scored two touchdowns as the Monarchs' offense produced the decisive points.
Rainy conditions led to turnovers and missed opportunities for both teams.
The win advances Mater Dei to a semifinal against Centennial, who defeated Mater Dei earlier this season, as they pursue a ninth consecutive section final appearance.

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