December 5, 2025 – Cathedral Catholic Dons and Los Alamitos Griffins put on an unforgettable show in Long Beach with a state championship berth on the line. The high-stakes matchup featured elite talent on both sides and quickly turned into one of the most electric playoff battles of the season.
Colin Creason came out firing for Los Alamitos, connecting early with Ashton Gogue and mixing in explosive runs from Kamden Tillis to keep the offense rolling. Cathedral Catholic answered behind Minnesota commit Brady Palmer, who pushed the ball downfield and linked up with Isaac Cook for multiple deep strikes while leaning on the physical running of Honor Faalave to grind out tough yards.
A huge goal-line stand, explosive second-half plays, and star performances on both sidelines kept the crowd on edge all night long. Momentum swung back and forth as both programs fought to extend their season, turning the game into a nonstop highlight reel. When the final whistle blew, only one team earned the right to keep chasing a state title — and the dramatic finish made this playoff clash one fans won’t soon forget.