Redwood Empire Conference Week 7 Preview
League play has officially kicked off in the Redwood Empire Conference, with exciting matchups scheduled across all divisions, particularly in the Adobe and Valley divisions. Here’s a closer look at some of the key games to watch.
Key Matchups This Week:
1. No. 3 Windsor (5-0) at No. 2 Marin Catholic (2-3)
When: Friday, 6:30 p.m.
Preview: A crucial game for both teams as they seek to improve their playoff standing. Marin Catholic is coming off a solid finish to nonleague play. Windsor, however, faces challenges due to key injuries, including starting quarterback Carter Vose III. Coach DJ Sexton might unleash new strategies using speedy receiver Blayke Ferronato in a modified offense.
Prediction: Marin Catholic 31, Windsor 19
2. St. Vincent (4-1) vs. No. 5 American Canyon (3-2)
When: Saturday, 2 p.m.
Preview: In their first league encounter since promotion, both teams are looking to prove themselves. St. Vincent is riding high after strong nonleague performances. American Canyon, despite some recent losses, features standout players like Kameron Hunter and Isaac Anderson.
Prediction: American Canyon 28, St. Vincent 21
3. No. 10 Vintage (4-1, 0-1 REC-Valley) vs. Casa Grande (2-4, 0-2 REC-Valley)
When: Friday, 7 p.m.
Preview: Vintage looks to bounce back from a recent loss, while Casa Grande aims to reclaim some momentum in a rivalry setting. The matchup features standout performances from Vintage’s sophomore running back Darrian Johnson.
Prediction: Vintage 35, Casa Grande 12
4. No. 1 Cardinal Newman (3-2) at No. 8 San Marin (1-4)
When: Friday, 7 p.m.
Preview: Both teams are heading into this game off byes, with Cardinal Newman looking to extend their recent winning streak. San Marin, having recently upset a top-10 team, hopes to build on that momentum.
Prediction: Cardinal Newman 52, San Marin 0
Week 7 Schedule:
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Thursday, Oct. 8
- Calistoga vs. California School for the Deaf-Fremont, 7 p.m.
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Friday, Oct. 9
- Elsie Allen at Woodside Priory, 3:30 p.m.
- Roseland University Prep at Tomales, 6:30 p.m.
- Windsor at Marin Catholic, 6:30 p.m.
- Sonoma Valley vs. Napa, 7 p.m.
- Ukiah vs. Rancho Cotate, 7 p.m.
- Healdsburg vs. Justin-Siena, 7 p.m.
- Cardinal Newman at San Marin, 7 p.m.
- Vintage vs. Casa Grande, 7 p.m.
- Cloverdale at Kelseyville, 7 p.m.
- Santa Rosa vs. San Rafael, 7 p.m.
- St. Helena at Middletown, 7 p.m.
- Petaluma at College Park, 7 p.m.
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Saturday, Oct. 10
- Maria Carrillo at Redwood, 2 p.m.
- Analy at Tamalpais, 2 p.m.
- Piner at Archie Williams, 2 p.m.
- Montgomery at Terra Linda, 2 p.m.
- St. Vincent vs. American Canyon, 2 p.m.
Get ready for an exciting week of high school football in the Redwood Empire Conference!
