Who was the standout player for Santa Margarita?
Trent Mosley, with 292 receiving yards and four touchdowns.
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Santa Margarita football, led by coach Carson Palmer and star player Trent Mosley, secured its first CIF-SS Division 1 title since 2011 with a dominant 42-7 victory over Centennial at the Rose Bowl.
Santa Margarita (10-3) showcased a dominant performance against Centennial (11-2), ranked No. 1 nationally, securing a 42-7 victory in the CIF-SS Division 1 championship game. Trent Mosley, a USC commit, was the star of the game, amassing 292 receiving yards and four touchdowns. Quarterback Trace Johnson contributed with 383 passing yards and four touchdowns. The Eagles' defense was equally impressive, holding Centennial to just 85 rushing yards and sacking their quarterback six times. This win marks a significant milestone for Santa Margarita, who will now face De La Salle in the CIF State Open Division final. The victory also signifies a successful rejuvenation of the football program under first-year coach Carson Palmer. The Eagles' defense set the tone early, forcing a three-and-out on Centennial’s opening possession. Mosley then scored the game’s first touchdown, a 2-yard run, followed by an 80-yard touchdown reception from Johnson, giving Santa Margarita a 14-0 lead. In the second quarter, Johnson connected with Luke Gazzaniga for a 33-yard touchdown and Ryan Clark for a 26-yard touchdown, extending the lead to 28-7 at halftime. Mosley continued his dominance in the third quarter with a 91-yard touchdown reception. He later added a 1-yard touchdown run, sealing the victory for Santa Margarita.
Trent Mosley, with 292 receiving yards and four touchdowns.
De La Salle in the CIF State Open Division final.
Santa Margarita 42, Centennial 7.
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