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South Keeps Its Date With Destiny, Routs Vikings

By Carson E. Powers (El Monte)- Of course El Monte and Griffin Bowl revenge was on the mind of the Southmen Friday night, but first they had to push through Mt. View to get there. No problem, South El Monte dominated from the second quarter on for a 31-0 victory over the Vikings.

Lancers Clinch a Share of Almont

(San Gabriel) – Bell Gardens scored twice in the third quarter to break a 12-12 tie and went on to beat San Gabriel 26-19 Friday night to clinch a share of the Almont crown. The Lancers improved to 4-0 in league and should take care of Keppel next week to complete an undefeated league run.

D-Ranch Delivers Bonita First League Loss

By Matt Schuler (San Dimas)- With the score knotted at 31-31 and 25 seconds remaining in the game, all Bonita had to do was punt the ball as far as they could, maybe play one or two more defensive downs, wait for time to expire, and get ready for their overtime shot at clinching a […]

Maranatha Staying Alive

By Tom Hendrickson (Pasadena)- After a start to the season that made the U.S. economy seem robust, the Maranatha Minutemen, left for dead by many, have fought their way back relevance and the playoff picture with a 42-21 victory over Olympic League rival Valley Christian.

Montebello Survives Close Shave With Alham, 10-9

By Rich Whittington (Alhambra)- The Montebello Oilers came from behind to beat the Alhambra Moors, 10-9, Friday evening at Moor Field, but it wasn’t easy.

The TEN: 10/26/2012

(“The Ten” is not a top ten, but ten items worth being included in The TEN)

What’s up With Arroyo and Rosemead?

  It’s rare to see Arroyo and Rosemead not playing for a Mission Valley League title but the reality this year is that the loser on Friday night will be sitting at home for the playoffs. Over the years it’s been one of the most heated rivalries in the valley.

Interesting Tweets on Transfers

“The Southern Section Council voted to support a proposal to remove all references to “athletically motivated” transfers from CIF rulebook.”— Eric Sondheimer tweeted ten minutes ago. Says proposal passed 45-27. “At first CIF Southern Section Council Meeting of 2012-13…Proposal to support removal of Athletic Motivation language passes”—CIF Southern Section

Game Night: Week 9 Southeast Division

(All Games are at 7:P.M. unless otherwise indicated)

The TEN: 10/25/2012

(“The Ten” is not a top ten, but ten items worth being included in The TEN)