La Cañada and St. Francis meet in football for first time since 1985

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 11:15 AM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

La Cañada and St. Francis meet in football for first time since 1985
Summary

La Cañada High and St. Francis High compete in a nonleague football game on Friday night, marking their first meeting since 1985. They are located within walking distance of each other, eliminating the need for transportation. La Cañada comes into the matchup with a 4-0 record, while St. Francis sits at 1-2. Anticipation is high among the local community, with St. Francis' interim athletic director noting a festive atmosphere is expected. Both teams plan to utilize their own parking facilities for the event.

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  • Game is set for Friday night, September 16, 2026
  • La Cañada holds a 4-0 record, St. Francis is 1-2
  • Schools are adjacent, making it a unique local matchup
  • Community excitement includes local fire and law enforcement attendance
  • St. Francis has tall basketball players participating in the event
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  • 11:15 AMYahoo SportsPrep talk: For first time since 1985, La Cañada and St. Francis will meet in football
What they're saying
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St. Francis High will host a nonleague football game with neighboring La Cañada on Friday night. No bus will be needed because the schools are within walking distance.

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