The Montgomery Vikings (Santa Rosa, CA) varsity football team will host Petaluma (CA) for a non-conference matchup on Friday, August 29, at 7:00 p.m.
Montgomery vs Petaluma Football Game Info:
What: California High School Football
Who: Montgomery vs Petaluma
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7 PM
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Game preview: Montgomery vs Petaluma
Montgomery vs. Petaluma: Season Opener Preview
The high school football season kicks off with an intriguing non-conference matchup as the Montgomery Vikings host the Petaluma Trojans on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Santa Rosa, California. Both teams are looking to start their seasons on a strong note after finishing last year with nearly identical records.
Rankings and Records
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Petaluma Trojans (2025-26 Season)
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National Rank: 6,134
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California Rank: 395
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Section Rank: 39
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Division Rank: 4
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Current Record: 0-0 (0-0 Home, 0-0 Away)
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Win %: .000
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Points For/Against: 0 / 0
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Montgomery Vikings (2025-26 Season)
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National Rank: 6,861
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California Rank: 450
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Section Rank: 45
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Division Rank: 5
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Current Record: 0-0 (0-0 Home, 0-0 Away)
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Win %: .000
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Points For/Against: 0 / 0
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With both teams entering the season without a game under their belts, this opener will set the tone for the weeks ahead.
Schedule and Common Opponents
Neither team has a head-to-head history this season nor common opponents yet, but several overlapping matchups later in the year will provide insight into how these programs measure up.
Petaluma Key Games:
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Sept 5: vs. Santa Rosa
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Sept 12: vs. Analy
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Sept 19: vs. Maria Carrillo
Montgomery Key Games:
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Oct 17: vs. Maria Carrillo
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Oct 24: vs. Analy
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Nov 7: vs. Santa Rosa
These shared opponents will play a critical role in shaping both teams’ playoff chances later in the season.
What’s at Stake?
While neither team has logged any wins or points yet, this game is a chance to establish early momentum. Petaluma, ranked slightly higher both nationally and within California, enters as a slight favorite, but Montgomery’s home-field advantage could play a significant role.
Both programs are also competing in a tough section, so every non-conference game matters for playoff positioning. Expect both coaching staffs to use this matchup to test their schemes, evaluate depth, and build confidence heading into the league schedule.
Key Storylines to Watch
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First-Year Standouts: Which underclassmen will make an early impact?
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Offensive Firepower: Both teams averaged modest scoring last season—who will break out?
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Defensive Adjustments: With zero points allowed so far, which defense sets the tone?
