Liberty High School (Madera, CA) varsity football will host a non-conference game against Mendota (CA) on Friday, August 29, at 7:30 p.m.
Liberty vs Mendota Football Game Info:
What: California High School Football
Who: Liberty vs Mendota
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM
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Game preview: Liberty vs Mendota
Liberty vs. Mendota Preview: Two 1-0 Teams Set for Early-Season Clash
As the high school football season heats up, Liberty (Madera, CA) and Mendota are both riding undefeated records into what promises to be an exciting early-season matchup. Both teams enter the contest with a 1-0 record, looking to maintain momentum and climb the rankings.
Team Rankings and Records
Mendota currently holds a national ranking of 8,077, placing them 538th in California and 66th in their section. Liberty is close behind with a national rank of 7,967, 533rd in California, and 64th in the section. Both teams have opened the season with solid performances, scoring 25 and 29 points in their respective wins.
Scoring Breakdown
Mendota’s lone victory showcased a strong second-half surge, putting up 13 points in the second quarter and 6 points in both the third and fourth quarters to finish with 25 points. Liberty, meanwhile, displayed a balanced attack, scoring in every quarter—7 in the first, 7 in the second, 8 in the third, and 7 in the fourth—to secure a 29-7 win.
Statistical Comparisons
While Mendota’s full stat sheet is not available, Liberty has been dominant offensively, averaging 395 rushing yards per game, 35 passing yards per game, and a total of 430 yards per game. Defensively, they have tallied 54 tackles per game and 1 sack per game. Points per game average is 29, reflecting their high-scoring start.
Team Leaders
Liberty standout Ethan Dunn has been a force on the ground, leading the team with 156 rushing yards per game and 19 receiving yards per game. Quarterback Jack Canar has contributed 35 passing yards per game, while Abner Hernandez and Austin Graham have led the team defensively with 8 tackles and 1 sack per game, respectively. Mendota’s Nestor Orellana has been their key offensive player, rushing for 67 yards per game and totaling the same in all-purpose yards.
Schedule Notes
Both teams have yet to face a common opponent this season, but Liberty opened with a home win over Dos Palos, while Mendota will take on Dos Palos later in the season on October 10. Liberty also holds a slight edge with a playoff win already on the books.
What to Watch
This game will likely come down to Liberty’s balanced offense versus Mendota’s emerging stars. Expect a physical contest, with Liberty looking to maintain their strong defensive performance and Mendota aiming to control the game on the ground.
With both teams 1-0, this matchup is shaping up as a must-watch early-season showdown in California high school football.
