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Compton High School has become part of a growing CIF Southern Section (CIF-SS) investigation into fraudulent transfer paperwork and violations of Bylaw 202. According to The562.org , the CIF-SS has declared one Compton football player ineligible for all CIF-sanctioned sports through Sept. 18, 2027 , sidelining him for the rest of his high school career. Unlike other schools which let players who filed fraudulent paperwork play, Compton did not put the player who allegedy vio

Rain is expected to sweep into Los Angeles right as eight City Section playoff games begin, and every matchup will be played on grass fields, chewed up by months of practices and games. Players will likely have to slog through mud rather than dry turf. Defensive players will have to adjust their angles and strategies, while offensive players will struggle to maintain control of rain-soaked balls. Players are also more likely to sustain injury. Nevertheless, many coaches and

Norco High was forced by the CIF's Southern Section to forfeit all of its wins this season, because it violated CIF bylaw 510 and competed with a player who was not eligible to play. Bylaw 510 deals with the eligibility of transfers. According to SI's Tarek Fattal, an investigation was launched by the CIF after "a couple of allegations" were made. According to Fattal, it is not yet clear which rules were violated, however, he speculates that rules 202, which bars falsified t

In  a state steeped in football talent, many of the best players slip under the radar, but even in an environment filled with star-studded recruits and blessings from God, few players deserve more recognition than Nico Townsley, one of California’s most underrated prospects in the class of 2026. Recently named one of the Top 5 Linebackers In California for the 2026 class , Townsley’s combination of athleticism, instincts and leadership have made him the heartbeat of his team

Brentwood High School quarterback Ben Mikail is turning plenty of heads this season with his standout performances. On October 12, Mikail led his team to a dominant 33-0 victory over the Apaches, throwing for 208 yards and two touchdowns. His precision passing, poise in the pocket, and ability to read defenses were on full display, reminding fans and scouts alike why he’s considered one of the top uncommitted 2027 QB recruits in the country. This isn’t the first time Mikail

Corner Back Jailen Hill  is making waves at St. John's Bosco. The 6’2”, 170-pound Hill's quick instincts and steady confidence have guided him through performances that have earned him more than twenty college offers. Hill’s strengths include discipline and awareness. He reads routes early and uses his extraordinary reach to close windows that most corners can’t. Scouts credit him for his versatility and persistence, but where Hill really stands out is in his remarkable inte

Several high school football teams in California have come under scrutiny for their involvement in scandals involving illegal transfers...

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I raised three boys, got them into college football, and dealt firsthand with the system—navigating the way it was set up, while cringing...

The CIF recently encouraged spectators to "act like fans and not fanatics" in the stands. This is solid advice. When spectators let their...

CIF Commissioner Mike West recently visited Bishop Montgomery to talk to its administrators about the school's high number of transfers,...

Five Bishop Montgomery players have been denied transfers by the CIF Southern Section.

Narbonne High School’s 2024 football season ended in controversy after the LA City Section found the program in violation of CIF transfer...

At Pacific Palisades, many hardworking players are being overlooked, as coaches promote family members and favorites.

At Palisades Charter High School, questions have surfaced about how attention is shared among the Dolphins football team. Coach Donte...