Chavez High School’s varsity football team from Delano, CA, will host a non-conference matchup against Porterville, CA, on Friday, August 29, at 7:30 p.m.
Chavez vs Porterville Football Game Info:
What: California High School Football
Who: Chavez vs Porterville
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM
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Game preview: Chavez vs Porterville
Chavez and Porterville Open Season with Early Setbacks
The 2025 high school football season has begun, and both Chavez (Delano, CA) and Porterville (CA) have experienced challenging starts to their campaigns.
Early Season Records
Porterville entered the season with high hopes but fell to Wasco in their opener, 14-7, leaving the Panthers with an 0-1 record. The team has yet to register a league win and currently holds a .000 win percentage. Chavez similarly struggled in their opening game, falling 7-0 to an unlisted opponent, also beginning their season at 0-1.
National and State Rankings
On the national stage, Porterville is ranked 3,988th, 272nd in California, 30th in their section, and 3rd in their division. Chavez is positioned lower, at 10,160th nationally, 689th in California, 83rd in their section, and 17th in their division. These rankings highlight the uphill battles both teams face to climb the standings.
Team Performance and Statistics
Porterville has managed 102 yards of total offense per game, all coming from rushing, while Chavez has yet to register offensive yards. On the defensive side, Porterville averages 35 tackles per game and 3 sacks, slightly outperforming Chavez’s defensive stats, which are not yet fully established.
Individual leaders for Porterville include Armindev Bhatti, who has averaged 56 rushing yards per game, and Fares Babaad, who has yet to record passing yards. Chavez’s statistical leaders are still emerging after just one contest.
Upcoming Challenges
Both teams will face key matchups as they look to turn their seasons around. Porterville will take on Monache on October 31, while Chavez has games scheduled against Monache and Wasco later in the season. These contests will be pivotal for both programs to gain momentum and improve their records.
Looking Ahead
With one game down, both Chavez and Porterville are seeking their first victories of the season. While early statistics and rankings reflect initial struggles, there is ample time in the 2025 campaign for adjustments and improvements. Fans can anticipate hard-fought contests as both teams aim to climb out of the early-season slump.
