News Summary
The Las Vegas High football team remains undefeated with a close 14-7 victory against Canyon Springs. This win improves their season record to 7-0, maintaining their position as the only unbeaten team in the 5A Southern Region. Key contributions came from quarterback Tanner Vibabul, who threw a touchdown pass and rushed for a significant touchdown. Strong defensive performances helped the Wildcats overcome turnovers. Coach Cerriteno praised the defense for their critical stops, and as they prepare to face Desert Pines, the competition in Southern Nevada is intensifying.
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The Las Vegas High football team upheld its perfect season record by winning a close game against Canyon Springs on Friday night, securing a 14-7 victory. This win brings the Wildcats’ season record to 7-0 and places them at 2-0 in the 5A Mountain League, maintaining their status as the only undefeated team in the 5A Southern Region.
In the closely contested matchup, Las Vegas found themselves trailing 7-6 before turning the game around with a touchdown pass from quarterback Tanner Vibabul in the third quarter, coupled with a significant 51-yard rushing touchdown from him in the second quarter. The Wildcats’ success can be largely credited to their defense, which made vital fourth-down stops throughout the game. This defensive stand came especially important, as the team faced challenges with ball control, committing three turnovers during the game.
Coach Jose Cerriteno commended the team’s defense for stepping up and securing the win despite the offensive challenges. The outcome of this game is expected to solidify Las Vegas’ position among the top four teams in the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association (NIAA) rankings, which were released the previous Monday. The NIAA rankings are crucial for determining playoff qualifications in both the 5A and 4A Southern Regions.
In terms of rankings, the current top four teams within the 5A Southern division are Bishop Gorman, Liberty, Las Vegas, and Shadow Ridge. While Las Vegas secured a spot in these top rankings, many viewed their presence as a surprise, particularly given their previous ranking of No. 10 in the state according to MaxPreps. The Wildcats currently possess the third-most Harbin Points (10.295) and the fourth-most NIAA rubric points (128.333), showcasing their competitive edge in the league.
Coach Cerriteno expressed a sense of surprise regarding his team’s impressive standing but highlighted the need for the team to remain focused on the remainder of the season. As for the competition, among the notable games played that evening, Shadow Ridge managed to edge out Centennial with an 18-12 victory, and Arbor View dominated Legacy with a significant 55-12 win.
Looking ahead, Las Vegas will face Desert Pines on Friday at 6 p.m., marking another crucial game in their pursuit of maintaining an undefeated season. Overall, the high school football landscape in Southern Nevada continues to grow more competitive, with teams increasingly striving to secure playoff positions under the new NIAA HRM rating system.
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Additional Resources
- Review Journal: Las Vegas High Stays Perfect
- MaxPreps: High School Football Rankings
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- Wikipedia: Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association
- Google Search: High School Football Rankings
- Google Scholar: High School Football
- Encyclopedia Britannica: High School Football
- Google News: High School Football Nevada
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