URGENT UPDATE: The high school football playoffs are set to ignite across the Bay Area this weekend, with thrilling matchups starting on November 3-4, 2025. After a competitive regular season, only the top teams remain, vying for section championships that will pave their way to the NorCal regionals on December 5-6.
The stakes are high as teams compete for a chance to advance to the state title games in Southern California on December 12-13. Fans can expect intense action, especially in the Bay Area’s two major sections, North Coast and Central Coast, where teams have been evenly matched into competitive brackets.
Key matchups include:
– **Friday, November 3:**
– **No. 7 Liberty (8-2) at No. 2 Pittsburg (9-1)**, NCS Open/Division I playoffs, 7 p.m.: This is a rematch of an earlier season encounter. Pittsburg aims to extend its winning streak against Liberty, having defeated them 29-12 last month. HSRatings.com projects a close game, with Pittsburg favored to win 35-20.
– **No. 5 Marin Catholic (5-5) at No. 4 Acalanes (10-0)**, NCS Open/Division I playoffs, 7 p.m.: Acalanes, a two-time NCS champion, faces off against Marin Catholic, a powerhouse in North Bay football. The prediction is tight, with Acalanes expected to edge out 31-22.
– **No. 6 St. Francis (5-5) at No. 3 Los Gatos (7-3)**, CCS Open/Division I playoffs, 7 p.m.: This rematch from last year’s CCS Division I championship promises excitement. Los Gatos is projected to win 31-24 as they seek revenge for last year’s loss.
– **No. 7 Amador Valley (4-6) at No. 2 Monte Vista (5-5)**, NCS Division II playoffs, 7 p.m.: Amador Valley looks to continue its momentum after a previous win against Monte Vista this season, with HSRatings.com predicting a nail-biter, Amador 28-27.
– **No. 8 San Mateo (7-3) at No. 1 Woodside (10-0)**, CCS Division III playoffs, 7 p.m.: Woodside, enjoying its best season in years, faces a formidable opponent in San Mateo. Analysts favor Woodside to win 28-17.
– **Saturday, November 4:**
– **No. 7 Archbishop Mitty (6-4) at No. 2 Serra (6-4)**, CCS Open/Division I playoffs, 1 p.m.: Archbishop Mitty aims to upset Serra after a previous close match. HSRatings.com gives Serra a slight edge, predicting a 31-14 outcome.
The excitement is palpable as schools across the Bay Area prepare for these crucial games. Fans are encouraged to attend and support their local teams, as this playoff season promises to deliver unforgettable moments and fierce competition.
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As the weekend approaches, the anticipation builds. Who will rise to the occasion and take the next step toward state glory? The countdown to kickoff has begun!
