Bay Area High School Football Week 9: Key Matchups This Weekend

UPDATE: Week 9 of the high school football season is here, bringing thrilling matchups across the Bay Area this weekend! With games scheduled from October 23 to October 25, fans are gearing up for intense showdowns that could shift playoff standings.

Thursday, October 23 features a crucial South Bay clash: Live Oak (6-1, 1-1) takes on Branham (5-2, 1-1) at 7:15 p.m. Both teams rebounded last week after tough losses, making this matchup even more critical. In their last games, Live Oak edged out Lincoln-San Jose with a score of 17-13, thanks to Gage Jones‘s 195 rushing yards. Branham answered back with a strong 26-14 win over Christopher. HSRatings.com projects a nail-biting finish, with Live Oak narrowly winning 31-30.

Friday, October 24 is packed with high-stakes encounters, including a must-watch game at Foothill College where the 5th-ranked Serra (4-3, 4-0) faces off against 12th-ranked Archbishop Mitty (5-2, 3-1) at 7 p.m. Mitty aims for its first win against Serra since 2014, while the Padres boast a formidable defense led by Malakai Taufouu. HSRatings.com predicts Serra will dominate with a projected score of 31-14.

Also on Friday, the 19th-ranked Clayton Valley Charter (4-3, 2-0) visits 11th-ranked Campolindo (6-1, 0-1) at 7 p.m.. Clayton Valley is back in the Diablo Athletic League after a stint in the East Bay Athletic League, showcasing a potent offensive resurgence. Campolindo will be looking to recover from their previous loss, with HSRatings.com favoring Clayton Valley to win 31-28.

In another exciting matchup, Prospect (4-3, 4-0) takes on San Jose (4-3, 3-1) at 7:15 p.m.. Prospect seeks to maintain its lead in the BVAL West Valley Division after a strong showing last week. Predictions suggest another close battle, with HSRatings.com projecting a 24-21 win for Prospect.

Saturday, October 25 culminates in an anticipated showdown between 6th-ranked Los Gatos (4-3, 2-0) and 9th-ranked Menlo School (7-0, 2-0) at 2 p.m. Menlo, undefeated so far this season, faces its toughest opponent yet after decisively defeating both Menlo-Atherton and Palo Alto. Los Gatos, fresh off a 35-21 victory over Wilcox, is looking to prove its mettle against the Knights. HSRatings.com expects Los Gatos to edge out with a projected score of 41-21.

This weekend’s matchups are not just games; they are pivotal moments for teams vying for playoff positions. As the season heats up, every yard gained and every point scored could redefine the landscape of Bay Area high school football.

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