Vincent Memorial outlasts Imperial in highest-scoring flag football title game – San Diego Union-Tribune

The most combined points ever scored in a CIF San Diego Girls Flag Football Championshipgame was 63. It’s a mark that would be shattered during Saturday night’s CIF DII title game betweenVincent Memorial and Imperial High School.The two schools combined to score 74 points, with Vincent Memorial narrowly outlastingImperial 40-34. Calming the programs’ first CIF Title“I was just playing with a lot of confidence tonight. We just made things happen,” said VincentMemorial quarterback Azual Trujillo.Vincent Memorial quarterback Azul Trujillo threw for six touchdowns in the win. That’s tied forthe third most touchdown passes in a single game in CIF Flag Football history.Trujillo’s biggest throw of the night came with under three minutes to play in the fourth quarter .On a second and ten from the 20-yard line, she’d hit wide receiver Jessica Manriquez for a game-winning20-yard touchdown pass. It’d be Manriquez’s fourth receiving touchdown of the night.“We saw that they had the safety on her side, so at the last minute we motioned Jessica over to gether singled up,” said Vincent Memorial coach Ivan Mendez, “She ran a great route, and Azul threw agreat ball. Whenever they played man, I told Jessica do whatever she wants ”

Torrey Pines Captures CIF DI TitleIn both 2023 and 2024, the Falcons made appearances in the CIF DI Championship game. Onlyto fall in both previous title bouts.Playing in their third straight CIF title game, Torrey Pines finally exercised their demons.Defeating Westview 20-13 to earn the Program’s first CIF DI title.“Definitely a bit of a revenge tour,” said Torrey Pines coach Ryland Wickman, “The girls justplayed hard. Tonight they finished it. This is just an amazing team and an amazing group.”Torrey Pines’ victory was earned on the backs of its defense. The Falcons came away with twokey fourth-quarter takeaways. With 4:14 to play, Torrey Pines senior safety Kate Flynn turned in a divinginterception. Setting the Falcons offense up in plus field position.Three plays later, on the ensuing Torrey possession, quarterback Izzie Dieter hit Alexa Avila for a10-yard TD pass. Pushing Torrey ahead 20-13.To seal the game, Flynn turned in her second interception of the night with 1:05 to play.“I tend to always try and read to the quarterback’s eyes,” said Falcons safety Kate Flynn, “Ourcoaches also did a great job.

Mira Mesa blows out Brawley to claim CIF DIII titleOn the season’s biggest stage, Mira Mesa quarterback Vyanna Ta played her best game of theyear. The Mira Mesa quarterback threw for four touchdowns to lead the Marauders to a 25-0 victory overBrawley in the CIF DIII championship game.”Pre-snap, I was just reading their defense, and I just took what they were giving me,”said Mira Mesa quarterback Vyanna Ta. “I trusted myself and my receivers to get the ball thereon time.”Olivia Peralta was Ta’s favorite target of the day. The Sophomore hauled in twotouchdowns in the win. The first was a 15-yard pitch and catch to open the scoring and handMira Mesa an early 6-0 advantage.The second was an excellent leaping grab in the back corner of the end zone, to pushMira Mesa’s lead to 25-0. Peralta’s big game extended to the defensive side of the ball as shetallied two interceptions.”Olivia attacks the ball, and she knows where to find space. She plays fast and playsvery confidently. She showed up everywhere today,” said Mira Mesa coach Eric Trieu

Late scores push Patrick Henry to CIF DIV titlePatrick Henry’s stars led their team to a 25-20 win over Mt. Carmel in the Division 4 title game.“To see this groups growth it’s amazing. I am really proud of them,” said Patrick Henry coachAlona HarperSenior captain Ayla-Grace Collins hauled in two touchdown passes on the afternoon. Including,what proved to be the game winner on a 4th and goal from the Mt. Carmel one yard line. Putting thePatriots ahead 25-13 with 1:38 to play.“Before that play I told Lexi (Raymond) I am going to be in that far corner,” said Patrick Henry’sAyla-Grace Collins, “We knew that touchdown was going to seal the win. The whole team did a great jobof staying composed.”Patrick Henry’s young guns also showed up in a big way. Olive Murillo scored twice inSaturday’s title game. The later of which was a 50-yard punt return touchdown.“Olive plays like she’s been there before. She’s does everything we ask of her. She’s verycoachable.” Said Harper

Olympian tops Canyon Crest in CIF DV Final, Wins second straight CIF TitleLed by a three-touchdown effort from Aubrey Tibayan, Olympian High School cruised to a 25-12victory over Canyon Crest Academy in the CIF DV championship game.The program’s second consecutive CIF title.“We’ve kind of built a legacy,” said Olympian coach Michael Christensen, “It’s a testament to ourteam. Everyone has stepped up and fought for each other.” After trailing 6-0 at the end of the first quarter,Olympian responded by scoring 25 unanswered points over the game’s final three quarters.That’d include a pair of six-yard rushing touchdowns from Tibayan to give Olympian a 12-6 leadat the half. In the third quarter, Tibayan got involved in the passing game. Hitting Sophia Ramirez instride for a 39-yard touchdown.“She is one of the best in the county, and everyone knows it,” Christensen said.