These high school quarterbacks are making names for themselves

Former junior varsity team members or varsity backups are excelling at the marquee position this season. What most have in common are strong academic backgrounds, readiness to work and resiliency.

Ojai Nordhoff has football fans pumped up

The Northwest Division's unbeaten and top-ranked team has a state championship berth in its sights but still faces challenges ahead.

Another last-second Notre Dame-Crespi game goes Knights' way

Friday's latest classic sees Khalfani Muhammad score on a 13-yard TD run. Notre Dame had missed on a 39-yard field-goal attempt, only to get a second chance due to a penalty. Crespi came in at 7-0.

El Toro earns comeback victory over Tesoro

Conner Manning, the quarterback for the No. 17-ranked Chargers, catches an eight-yard pass from running back for decisive score in 41-31 defeat of No. 4 Titans, who get 321 yards rushing and four touchdowns from Nate Tago.

Alemany rolls early, holds on late to beat Bishop Amat

After taking a 42-14 lead by scoring on their first six possessions, the Warriors turn back Lancers' late charge.

Harbor City Narbonne's Keishawn Bierria making recruiters notice

Keishawn Bierria has emerged as a fierce tackler and a dangerous kick returner this season for the unbeaten Gauchos and is one of several Southland players earning new interest from major colleges.

Friday's top high school football games

La Puente Bishop Amat plays at Mission Hills Alemany in a Serra League game. Rancho Margarita Tesoro and Lake Forest El Toro face off in a South Coast League showdown that could have playoff implications.

Santa Margarita High's Johnny Stanton finds a new role

'I'm going to be as involved with the team as I possibly can,' says Stanton, who is done for the season because of knee surgery. The quarterback expects to make 'a 100% recovery' and be ready for summer workouts at Nebraska, where he has committed.

Alemany keeps winning despite shaky defense

Warriors have to rally to beat Sherman Oaks Notre Dame, 49-42, and Coach Dean Herrington has an answer for critics of the team's defense: 'We're pretty good on offense.'

Santa Margarita finds there's life after Johnny Stanton

Injured quarterback is missing but the Eagles don't miss a beat during a 21-0 victory over Servite in Trinity League opener.

Chaminade battles back to beat Serra, 28-20

The Eagles show toughness in coming back from a 13-point deficit in the third quarter. Mistakes hurt the Cavaliers.

Friday's top high school football games

Gardena Serra plays at West Hills Chaminade in a Mission League opener. Anaheim Servite faces Santa Margarita to open Trinity League play.

Chaminade's Brad Kaaya makes an impact

The quarterback, who had a big game in a start against Sherman Oaks Notre Dame, adds to the Eagles' offensive mix. Gardena Serra is up next for Chaminade.