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EL CAJON, Calif. — Granite Hills quarterback Zachary “Zac” Benitez enters the 2026 football season with an opportunity to put his name at the very top of the San Diego Section record book.

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The 2026 high school football season is wasting no time delivering a matchup with national championship implications.

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Nevada and California will be connected by high school football this week as several Nevada programs cross the state line for Week 1 matchups.\n\nWhile the biggest national spotlight will be on Bishop Gorman hosting St. Jo...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/nevada-invades-california","title":"Nevada Invades California","summary":"Nevada and California will be connected by high school football this week as several Nevada programs cross the state line for Week 1 matchups.\n\nWhile the biggest national spotlight will be on Bishop Gorman hosting St. Jo...","date_modified":"2026-08-20T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/5-new-york-high-school-football-teams-move-to-8-man-football-2026","html_content":"

ALBANY, N.Y. — The high school football landscape in New York's Section 2 will look significantly different this fall.\nFive programs are moving from traditional 11-man football to 8-man football for the 2026 season, a ch...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/5-new-york-high-school-football-teams-move-to-8-man-football-2026","title":"5 New York High School Football Teams Move to 8-Man Football 2026","summary":"ALBANY, N.Y. — The high school football landscape in New York's Section 2 will look significantly different this fall.\nFive programs are moving from traditional 11-man football to 8-man football for the 2026 season, a ch...","date_modified":"2026-08-20T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/layton-christian-opens-season-with-48-0-rout-of-hunter","html_content":"

LAYTON, Utah — Layton Christian Academy wasted no time making its presence felt in the 2026 season.\nThe Eagles opened their campaign Friday night with a dominant 48-0 shutout of Hunter, scoring 48 unanswered points befor...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/layton-christian-opens-season-with-48-0-rout-of-hunter","title":"Layton Christian Opens Season With 48-0 Rout of Hunter","summary":"LAYTON, Utah — Layton Christian Academy wasted no time making its presence felt in the 2026 season.\nThe Eagles opened their campaign Friday night with a dominant 48-0 shutout of Hunter, scoring 48 unanswered points befor...","date_modified":"2026-08-19T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/georgia-high-school-football-is-starting-earlier-than-ever","html_content":"

Georgia high school football is entering a new era in 2026.\n\nFor players, coaches and fans across the state, the familiar rhythm of waiting until mid-August for the season to fully get underway has changed. This year, Ge...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/georgia-high-school-football-is-starting-earlier-than-ever","title":"Georgia High School Football Is Starting Earlier Than Ever","summary":"Georgia high school football is entering a new era in 2026.\n\nFor players, coaches and fans across the state, the familiar rhythm of waiting until mid-August for the season to fully get underway has changed. This year, Ge...","date_modified":"2026-08-19T10:57:31Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/buford-begins-its-national-title-defense","html_content":"

The road back to the top begins Friday night.\nThe Buford High School Wolves enter the 2026 Georgia high school football season carrying the weight that comes with being the defending national champion.\nNow the question i...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/buford-begins-its-national-title-defense","title":"Buford Begins Its National Title Defense","summary":"The road back to the top begins Friday night.\nThe Buford High School Wolves enter the 2026 Georgia high school football season carrying the weight that comes with being the defending national champion.\nNow the question i...","date_modified":"2026-08-19T10:49:27Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/roswell-down-14-beat-walton-32-20-at-mercedes-benz-stadium","html_content":"

ATLANTA, Ga. — Roswell didn't get the start it wanted Thursday night.\nThe Hornets got the finish they were looking for.\nRoswell overcame an early 14-0 deficit and scored 25 unanswered points to defeat Walton 32-20 at Mer...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/roswell-down-14-beat-walton-32-20-at-mercedes-benz-stadium","title":"Roswell Down 14 Beat Walton 32-20 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium ","summary":"ATLANTA, Ga. — Roswell didn't get the start it wanted Thursday night.\nThe Hornets got the finish they were looking for.\nRoswell overcame an early 14-0 deficit and scored 25 unanswered points to defeat Walton 32-20 at Mer...","date_modified":"2026-08-18T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/ucla-begins-new-chapter-under-bob-chesney","html_content":"

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Change has become a familiar theme in college football, but for UCLA, the 2026 season represents more than another coaching transition. It marks the beginning of a new identity.\nWith Bob Chesney tak...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/ucla-begins-new-chapter-under-bob-chesney","title":"UCLA Begins New Chapter Under Bob Chesney","summary":"LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Change has become a familiar theme in college football, but for UCLA, the 2026 season represents more than another coaching transition. It marks the beginning of a new identity.\nWith Bob Chesney tak...","date_modified":"2026-08-17T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/venice-rabun-gap-set-for-national-top-300-showdown","html_content":"

RABUN GAP, Ga. — Two nationally ranked high school football programs have found a new way to open their seasons.\nVenice High School of Florida will travel to Georgia next week to face Rabun Gap-Nacoochee, creating an une...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/venice-rabun-gap-set-for-national-top-300-showdown","title":"Venice, Rabun Gap Set for National Top 300 Showdown","summary":"RABUN GAP, Ga. — Two nationally ranked high school football programs have found a new way to open their seasons.\nVenice High School of Florida will travel to Georgia next week to face Rabun Gap-Nacoochee, creating an une...","date_modified":"2026-08-16T23:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/lightning-cuts-central-east-season-opener-short-after-wild-start","html_content":"

HENDERSON, Nev. — Central East's highly anticipated season opener against Pinecrest Academy Sloan Canyon was cut short Friday night after lightning forced officials to end the game before the teams could complete the con...

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HONOLULU, Hawaii — Edison High School made its trip across the Pacific count.\nThe Chargers opened their 2026 football season Saturday with a 41-27 road victory over 'Iolani, earning an impressive win in a non-conference ...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/edison-takes-california-football-to-hawaii-and-beats-iolani-41-2","title":"Edison Takes California Football to Hawaii and Beats 'Iolani 41-2","summary":"HONOLULU, Hawaii — Edison High School made its trip across the Pacific count.\nThe Chargers opened their 2026 football season Saturday with a 41-27 road victory over 'Iolani, earning an impressive win in a non-conference ...","date_modified":"2026-08-16T07:59:21Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/mountain-ridge-storms-back-to-shock-skyridge-41-26-in-season-open","html_content":"

HERRIMAN, Utah — Mountain Ridge opened the 2026 football season with a statement.\nAfter trailing Skyridge at halftime, the Sentinels completely flipped the game in the second half, scoring 28 unanswered points across the...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/mountain-ridge-storms-back-to-shock-skyridge-41-26-in-season-open","title":"Mountain Ridge Storms Back to Shock Skyridge 41-26 in Season Open","summary":"HERRIMAN, Utah — Mountain Ridge opened the 2026 football season with a statement.\nAfter trailing Skyridge at halftime, the Sentinels completely flipped the game in the second half, scoring 28 unanswered points across the...","date_modified":"2026-08-16T07:55:59Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/snow-canyon-survives-spanish-fork-in-wild-64-62-triple-overtime","html_content":"

ST. GEORGE, Utah — Snow Canyon and Spanish Fork turned their season opener into an instant classic Friday night, combining for more than 1,000 yards of offense before the Warriors finally escaped with a 64-62 triple-over...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/snow-canyon-survives-spanish-fork-in-wild-64-62-triple-overtime","title":"Snow Canyon Survives Spanish Fork in Wild 64-62 Triple-Overtime ","summary":"ST. GEORGE, Utah — Snow Canyon and Spanish Fork turned their season opener into an instant classic Friday night, combining for more than 1,000 yards of offense before the Warriors finally escaped with a 64-62 triple-over...","date_modified":"2026-08-16T07:50:28Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/bishop-gorman-opens-2026-season-with-dominant-41-0-victory","html_content":"

Bishop Gorman wasted no time making a statement to open the 2026 football season.\nThe Gaels cruised to a 41-0 victory over Somerset Academy in their season opener, improving to 1-0 overall and 1-0 in league play. The shu...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/bishop-gorman-opens-2026-season-with-dominant-41-0-victory","title":"Bishop Gorman Opens 2026 Season With Dominant 41-0 Victory","summary":"Bishop Gorman wasted no time making a statement to open the 2026 football season.\nThe Gaels cruised to a 41-0 victory over Somerset Academy in their season opener, improving to 1-0 overall and 1-0 in league play. The shu...","date_modified":"2026-08-16T07:42:53Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/san-diego-state-eyes-strong-start-in-new-pac-12-era","html_content":"

SAN DIEGO, Calif. — A new conference brings new expectations, and no program may embrace that challenge more than San Diego State.\n\nAs the Aztecs prepare for their first season in the Pac-12, optimism surrounds a program...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/san-diego-state-eyes-strong-start-in-new-pac-12-era","title":"San Diego State Eyes Strong Start in New Pac-12 Era","summary":"SAN DIEGO, Calif. — A new conference brings new expectations, and no program may embrace that challenge more than San Diego State.\n\nAs the Aztecs prepare for their first season in the Pac-12, optimism surrounds a program...","date_modified":"2026-08-14T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/fresno-state-ready-for-its-first-pac-12-football-season","html_content":"

FRESNO, Calif. — For decades, Fresno State has built its reputation by taking on college football's biggest names and proving it belongs among the nation's top programs. Now, the Bulldogs no longer have to fight for resp...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/fresno-state-ready-for-its-first-pac-12-football-season","title":"Fresno State Ready for Its First Pac-12 Football Season","summary":"FRESNO, Calif. — For decades, Fresno State has built its reputation by taking on college football's biggest names and proving it belongs among the nation's top programs. Now, the Bulldogs no longer have to fight for resp...","date_modified":"2026-08-12T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/jelani-dippel-is-an-underrated-qb1-in-california","html_content":"

California continues to produce some of the nation's best high school quarterbacks, but Jelani Dippel is a name that deserves considerably more attention.

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/jelani-dippel-is-an-underrated-qb1-in-california","title":"Jelani Dippel Is an Underrated QB1 in California","summary":"California continues to produce some of the nation's best high school quarterbacks, but Jelani Dippel is a name that deserves considerably more attention.","date_modified":"2026-08-11T20:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/breaking-derek-carr-joins-ucla-football-staff-as-special-advisor","html_content":"

LOS ANGELES — UCLA is adding a major NFL voice to its football program.\nFormer NFL quarterback Derek Carr has joined the Bruins as a special advisor to head coach Bob Chesney, marking the beginning of a new chapter in Ca...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/breaking-derek-carr-joins-ucla-football-staff-as-special-advisor","title":"BREAKING: Derek Carr Joins UCLA Football Staff as Special Advisor","summary":"LOS ANGELES — UCLA is adding a major NFL voice to its football program.\nFormer NFL quarterback Derek Carr has joined the Bruins as a special advisor to head coach Bob Chesney, marking the beginning of a new chapter in Ca...","date_modified":"2026-08-11T19:55:08Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/cal-football-begins-new-era-under-tosh-lupoi-golden-bears","html_content":"

BERKELEY, Calif. — Every new season brings hope, but around the California football program, this fall feels different.\n\nFor the first time in years, there is a renewed sense of optimism surrounding the Golden Bears as h...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/cal-football-begins-new-era-under-tosh-lupoi-golden-bears","title":"Cal Football Begins New Era Under Tosh Lupoi, Golden Bears","summary":"BERKELEY, Calif. — Every new season brings hope, but around the California football program, this fall feels different.\n\nFor the first time in years, there is a renewed sense of optimism surrounding the Golden Bears as h...","date_modified":"2026-08-10T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/david-gabriel-georges-commits-to-tennessee","html_content":"

Five-star running back David Gabriel Georges has committed to the University of Tennessee, giving the Volunteers one of the top prospects in the 2027 recruiting class.\nGeorges announced his decision on July 22, choosing ...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/david-gabriel-georges-commits-to-tennessee","title":"David Gabriel Georges Commits to Tennessee","summary":"Five-star running back David Gabriel Georges has committed to the University of Tennessee, giving the Volunteers one of the top prospects in the 2027 recruiting class.\nGeorges announced his decision on July 22, choosing ...","date_modified":"2026-08-09T11:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/aaron-donald-spotted-at-rams-practice-fueling-return-speculation","html_content":"

Los Angeles Rams fans have plenty to be excited about after franchise legend Aaron Donald was seen working out at the team's practice facility this week. While Donald has not officially announced a return to the NFL, his...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/aaron-donald-spotted-at-rams-practice-fueling-return-speculation","title":"Aaron Donald Spotted at Rams Practice, Fueling Return Speculation","summary":"Los Angeles Rams fans have plenty to be excited about after franchise legend Aaron Donald was seen working out at the team's practice facility this week. While Donald has not officially announced a return to the NFL, his...","date_modified":"2026-08-08T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/stefon-diggs-gives-jayden-daniels-another-elite-weapon","html_content":"

The Washington Commanders have added another major weapon to their offense, agreeing to a one-year, $12 million contract with veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs.\nThe move gives quarterback Jayden Daniels another experien...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/stefon-diggs-gives-jayden-daniels-another-elite-weapon","title":"Stefon Diggs Gives Jayden Daniels Another Elite Weapon","summary":"The Washington Commanders have added another major weapon to their offense, agreeing to a one-year, $12 million contract with veteran wide receiver Stefon Diggs.\nThe move gives quarterback Jayden Daniels another experien...","date_modified":"2026-08-08T08:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/clovis-west-standout-jj-howard-narrows-recruitment-to-12-schools","html_content":"

FRESNO, Calif. — The recruiting spotlight continues to shine on Clovis West quarterback Jamar \"JJ\" Howard Jr. as the rising Class of 2028 prospect has officially reduced his list of college options to 12 programs.\nAlread...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/clovis-west-standout-jj-howard-narrows-recruitment-to-12-schools","title":"Clovis West Standout JJ Howard Narrows Recruitment to 12 Schools","summary":"FRESNO, Calif. — The recruiting spotlight continues to shine on Clovis West quarterback Jamar \"JJ\" Howard Jr. as the rising Class of 2028 prospect has officially reduced his list of college options to 12 programs.\nAlread...","date_modified":"2026-08-08T01:19:44Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/nick-bosas-return-gives-49ers-defense-a-major-boost-for-2026-szn","html_content":"

The San Francisco 49ers continue to receive encouraging news as star defensive end Nick Bosa works his way back from the ACL injury that ended his 2025 season. After months of rehabilitation, Bosa has returned to trainin...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/nick-bosas-return-gives-49ers-defense-a-major-boost-for-2026-szn","title":"Nick Bosa's Return Gives 49ers Defense a Major Boost for 2026 Szn","summary":"The San Francisco 49ers continue to receive encouraging news as star defensive end Nick Bosa works his way back from the ACL injury that ended his 2025 season. After months of rehabilitation, Bosa has returned to trainin...","date_modified":"2026-08-07T16:44:35Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/unsung-heroes-behind-every-friday-night-sac-joaquin-section","html_content":"

Every Friday night, thousands of fans fill stadiums across the Sac-Joaquin Section to watch their favorite teams compete. While players and coaches receive much of the attention, an entire team of dedicated individuals w...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/unsung-heroes-behind-every-friday-night-sac-joaquin-section","title":"Unsung Heroes Behind Every Friday Night, Sac-Joaquin Section","summary":"Every Friday night, thousands of fans fill stadiums across the Sac-Joaquin Section to watch their favorite teams compete. While players and coaches receive much of the attention, an entire team of dedicated individuals w...","date_modified":"2026-08-04T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/how-high-school-football-unites-the-sac-joaquin-section","html_content":"

When the lights come on across the Sac-Joaquin Section every Friday night, the game is about far more than touchdowns and championships. From Sacramento to Stockton, from the Sierra foothills to the Central Valley, high ...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/how-high-school-football-unites-the-sac-joaquin-section","title":"How High School Football Unites the Sac-Joaquin Section","summary":"When the lights come on across the Sac-Joaquin Section every Friday night, the game is about far more than touchdowns and championships. From Sacramento to Stockton, from the Sierra foothills to the Central Valley, high ...","date_modified":"2026-08-03T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/stanford-football-players-launch-historic-collective-bargaining","html_content":"

STANFORD, Calif. — Stanford University football players have taken a groundbreaking step that could reshape the future of college athletics by becoming the first active Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) team to establish a...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/stanford-football-players-launch-historic-collective-bargaining","title":"Stanford Football Players Launch Historic Collective Bargaining ","summary":"STANFORD, Calif. — Stanford University football players have taken a groundbreaking step that could reshape the future of college athletics by becoming the first active Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS) team to establish a...","date_modified":"2026-08-03T09:14:34Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/usc-continues-to-build-an-elite-recruiting-pipeline-ahead-of-the","html_content":"

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — The USC Trojans continue to prove they are one of college football's premier recruiting destinations, entering the 2026 season with one of the nation's most talented incoming classes.

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/usc-continues-to-build-an-elite-recruiting-pipeline-ahead-of-the","title":"USC Continues to Build an Elite Recruiting Pipeline Ahead of the ","summary":"LOS ANGELES, Calif. — The USC Trojans continue to prove they are one of college football's premier recruiting destinations, entering the 2026 season with one of the nation's most talented incoming classes.","date_modified":"2026-08-02T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/bri-niemi-first-female-commissioner-of-ncs","html_content":"

A New Era for Northern California High School Sports

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/bri-niemi-first-female-commissioner-of-ncs","title":"Bri Niemi: First Female Commissioner of NCS","summary":"A New Era for Northern California High School Sports","date_modified":"2026-08-01T14:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/deebo-samuel-returns-to-san-francisco-on-one-year-deal","html_content":"

The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back a familiar face, agreeing to a one-year deal with veteran wide receiver Deebo Samuel in a move that adds experience, versatility, and playmaking ability to the offense ahead of t...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/deebo-samuel-returns-to-san-francisco-on-one-year-deal","title":"Deebo Samuel Returns to San Francisco on One-Year Deal","summary":"The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back a familiar face, agreeing to a one-year deal with veteran wide receiver Deebo Samuel in a move that adds experience, versatility, and playmaking ability to the offense ahead of t...","date_modified":"2026-07-31T14:16:11Z"},{"id":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/opening-kickoff-five-week-0-matchups-that-could-set-the-tone-for","html_content":"

The road to a CIF state championship begins in Week 0, and while every team starts with the same goal, only a handful of opening-night matchups have the potential to make an immediate statement. From nationally ranked po...

","url":"https://theballoutway.com/top-15-football-states-1/f/opening-kickoff-five-week-0-matchups-that-could-set-the-tone-for","title":"5 Week 0 Matchups That Could Set the Tone for 2026 in California","summary":"The road to a CIF state championship begins in Week 0, and while every team starts with the same goal, only a handful of opening-night matchups have the potential to make an immediate statement. From nationally ranked po...","date_modified":"2026-07-31T10:36:56Z"}]}