If you were sitting in the stands at Hillsboro Stadium this past November, you felt it. That crisp, biting air that usually smells like rain and overpriced popcorn. But by the time the fourth quarter of the 6A final rolled around, the only thing people were talking about wasn't the weather. It was the absolute clinic Lake Oswego was putting on.
Honestly, tracking oregon high school football scores this season felt like a full-time job. One week your favorite team is the clear front-runner, and the next, they're getting bumped in the quarterfinals by an underdog from the Intermountain Conference.
The 2025 season didn't just give us numbers on a scoreboard; it rearranged the hierarchy of Northwest football. We saw giants fall, small-town heroes emerge, and some of the most lopsided championship scores in recent OSAA history.
The Night Lake Oswego Stunned the State
Most people expected a heavyweight bout between Lake Oswego and Central Catholic in the 6A finale. After all, the Rams have been the "final boss" of Oregon football for years.
Instead? It was a rout.
Lake Oswego walked away with a 35-6 victory that felt even more dominant than the score suggests. LaMarcus Bell, the Utah-bound senior running back, was basically a human highlight reel. He carved up the Central Catholic defense for 126 yards and a touchdown.
The most wild stat of that night? Central Catholic didn't even touch the end zone until the very last play of the game. If KK Sombe hadn't punched in that 21-yard run as the clock hit zero, the Rams would have been the first 6A team shut out in a title game since 2014.
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That’s how good the Lakers' defense was. They held a high-octane offense to just 166 total yards.
Why the 6A Bracket Got Weird
Before we reached the finals, the playoffs were a mess of upsets.
- Jesuit vs. Tualatin: A first-round overtime thriller where the Crusaders escaped 34-33.
- Nelson’s Rise: The Hawks, led by Coach of the Year Aaron Hazel, proved they weren't just a "new school" flash in the pan. They dismantled Lakeridge 21-7 in the quarters before hitting a wall against Lake Oswego.
- West Linn's Heartbreak: They entered the postseason as a massive favorite but fell 21-14 to Central Catholic in a semifinal that left the Lions' fans stunned.
Silverton and the 5A Underdog Story
If you want to talk about grit, look at the 5A trophy. Silverton ended their season 12-1, but that "1" in the loss column didn't matter when they faced Summit in the final.
Summit entered that game undefeated. Most pundits had them pegged as the lock for the title.
But Silverton's Chase Dominguez had other plans. The senior QB went 21-of-27 for 239 yards. He played like a guy who knew exactly where every defender was before the ball was even snapped. The Foxes won 24-14, proving once again that rankings are just paper until the kickoff happens.
Small Schools, Big Blowouts
Sometimes the most interesting oregon high school football scores come from the 4A and 3A levels. This year, "perfection" was the theme.
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Cascade Senior (Turner) finished 13-0. They didn't just win the 4A title; they obliterated Henley 52-0. Bryce Kuenzi, who was coming off a brutal ACL tear just 13 months prior, ran for 127 yards and two touchdowns in that final game. He finished the season with 2,283 yards—a school record that probably won't be touched for a long time.
Down in 3A, Cascade Christian (Medford) did the same thing. 13-0. They beat Burns 35-28 in a game that was actually much closer than the 4A blowout. Deryk Farmer found Alex Fiannaca for a 24-yard score with about three and a half minutes left to break a 22-22 tie. That's the kind of high school football drama that makes the rainy Friday nights worth it.
The Numbers That Mattered (Final State Rankings)
Looking at the composite rankings from On3 and MaxPreps at the end of the 2025 run, the top tier of the state looks like this:
- Lake Oswego (12-1): The undisputed kings after that 6A demolition.
- Silverton (12-1): Jumped up several spots after the Summit upset.
- Central Catholic (10-3): Still a powerhouse, but with questions to answer for 2026.
- West Linn (11-1): The "what could have been" team of the year.
- Summit (12-1): A dominant season that ended one game too early.
Real Talk: How to Find Scores Without the Headache
Honestly, trying to find a live score for a 2A game in rural Oregon at 8:45 PM on a Friday is a nightmare if you don't know where to look.
The "old school" way was waiting for the local paper or the 11 o'clock news, but nobody has time for that anymore. If you're serious about following these games, you've basically got three real options.
First, there's the OSAA Live App. It’s the official source. It’s great because it’s tied directly to the officials' reporting, but it can be a bit clunky.
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Second, check the NFHS Network. If you can't be at the game, you can usually stream it there, though it'll cost you a subscription.
Lastly, social media—specifically X (formerly Twitter). Local sports reporters like René Ferrán are usually faster with updates than the official apps. If a game is close, search the team names or the #oregonfb hashtag.
What Most People Get Wrong About Oregon Rankings
There’s a common misconception that the biggest schools (6A) have all the talent. While the depth is certainly there, the 2025 season showed that the best individual performances often happen in 4A or 5A.
Take Oliver Luebkert from Beaverton. He was the 6A Offensive Player of the Year, sure. But look at someone like Bryce Kuenzi at Cascade. The level of play in the "smaller" leagues has caught up significantly.
Also, don't sleep on the 1A 8-man and 6-man scores. Those games are high-scoring track meets. Adrian's 44-8 win over Crosspoint Christian in the playoffs this year was a masterclass in spatial awareness. It's a completely different game, but the intensity is exactly the same as a 6A state final.
Actionable Ways to Track the 2026 Season
Since the 2025 season is in the books and the All-State teams have been announced, it’s time to look ahead. Here is how you can stay on top of things next year:
- Download the OSAA Live App now: Don't wait until week one when the servers are lagging. Get it set up and "favorite" your local teams.
- Bookmark the OSAA Brackets page: Once late October hits, this is the only URL that matters. It updates in real-time as coaches report finals.
- Follow Prep Redzone Oregon: If you want to know why a score was 42-0, these are the guys who break down the player matchups and recruiting news.
- Check the "OnPoint Community Credit Union" updates: They are the primary sponsor for OSAA, and their media releases often contain the most accurate playoff schedules.
The beauty of Oregon high school football is that it's unpredictable. One bad snap, one muddy field in Coos Bay, or one star player getting a "stinger" can change an entire season's trajectory.
Keep an eye on the scores, but pay attention to the stories behind them. That’s where the real game is.