The Paso Robles (CA) varsity football team will host Garces Memorial (Bakersfield, CA) in a non-conference home game on Friday, August 29, at 7 p.m.

Paso Robles vs Garces Memorial Football Game Info:

What: California High School Football
Who: Paso Robles vs Garces Memorial
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7 PM
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Game preview: Paso Robles vs Garces Memorial

Garces Memorial vs. Paso Robles: Early-Season Matchup Preview

As the 2025-26 high school football season gets underway, Garces Memorial (Bakersfield, CA) and Paso Robles are set to face off in what promises to be a competitive non-league contest. Both teams enter the matchup with early-season losses and are looking to rebound.

Team Rankings and Records
Garces Memorial comes in ranked nationally at 3,642, 251st in California, 26th in their section, and 8th in their division. Their overall record stands at 0-1 after a 28-35 loss, with all stats reflecting early-season performance. Paso Robles, slightly lower in national ranking at 7,284, is 487th in California, 59th in their section, and 15th in their division. They are also 0-1 after a 14-24 loss in their season opener.

Scoring Trends
Garces Memorial has shown balanced scoring across the first three quarters, posting 7, 14, and 7 points respectively before being shut out in the fourth quarter. Paso Robles, meanwhile, scored 14 points in their opener but struggled to keep pace offensively.

Team Stats Comparison
Garces Memorial has put up impressive numbers in key areas, averaging 67 rushing yards, 341 passing yards, and 408 total yards per game. Defensively, they average 48 tackles and 2 sacks per game. Paso Robles’ detailed stats are not yet available, but the team will need to find offensive consistency to match Garces’ production.

Key Players
For Garces Memorial, standout performers include:

• Colby Dilly (#3), rushing 45 yards per game

• Mark Gomez (#8), passing 341 yards per game with 367 total yards per game

• Braxton Sherley (#1), hauling in 188 receiving yards per game and contributing 6 points per game

Defensively, Broc Clites (#11) leads with 7 tackles and 1 sack per game. Paso Robles has yet to establish leaders statistically this season but will likely rely on their playmakers to step up.

Schedule and Common Opponents
Both teams have yet to face common opponents this season. Garces Memorial opens with a game against Righetti on 9/26/25, while Paso Robles faced Righetti on 9/12/25.

Looking Ahead
This game represents an opportunity for both teams to pick up their first win of the season. Garces Memorial’s balanced offense and experienced playmakers give them an edge, but Paso Robles has the potential to capitalize on mistakes and turn the early-season tables.

As the season progresses, fans will be watching closely to see which team can find consistency and gain momentum in this early-season clash.