The Pacifica Mariners football team has established a strong presence early in its 2026 campaign, improving its season record to 3-0. The Mariners achieved this mark following a 27-0 victory on Friday night over the Canyon High Cobras of Anaheim. This shutout win showcased Pacifica's capabilities on the field.
A standout performance in the game came from Zack Dickison, who was a significant offensive force for the Mariners. Dickison impressively rushed for 197 yards during the contest and contributed two scores to Pacifica's commanding lead. The team's collective efforts this season have resulted in a notable point differential, with Pacifica having outscored its opponents by a combined total of 102 points to just 7 points through the first three games. The Mariners are now scheduled to pursue their fourth consecutive victory when they face Claremont, a team with a 1-2 record, in an upcoming game slated for Thursday.
Elsewhere in local high school football, the Los Amigos Lobos secured a victory in a competitive contest described as a "slugfest" against Costa Mesa. Los Amigos triumphed with a final score of 28-21, which brings the Lobos' season record to 1-1. The team is next scheduled to play Redlands High on Friday, continuing their early season schedule.
Santiago High School began its Tango League play with a challenging opening matchup. The Cavaliers experienced a 31-6 loss to Santa Ana Valley, which now holds an undefeated 3-0 record in the league. Following this result, Santiago's overall season record stands at 1-1. The Cavaliers are next slated to compete against the Savanna Rebels, who currently have a 2-1 record, in a game scheduled for Thursday.
Conversely, Western High School faced a difficult week, suffering a 41-7 defeat against the Bonita Bearcats of La Verne. The visiting Bearcats established a substantial lead early in the game, rolling up a 31-0 advantage by halftime. This loss brings the Pioneers' season record to 0-3. Western will seek to secure its first win of the season when the team visits Aliso Niguel on Friday. Aliso Niguel also had a tough outing, having suffered a 31-10 loss to El Toro, and currently holds an identical 0-3 record.
