Tulare Western High School’s varsity football team will host Central Valley Christian of Visalia in a non-conference matchup on Friday, August 29, at 7:30 p.m.
Tulare Western vs Central Valley Christian Football Game Info:
What: California High School Football
Who: Tulare Western vs Central Valley Christian
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM
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Game preview: Tulare Western vs Central Valley Christian
Tulare Western Dominates Central Valley Christian in Season Opener
The Tulare Western varsity football team opened the 2025-26 season with a commanding 54-0 victory over Central Valley Christian, showcasing their high-powered offense and solid defense.
Season Rankings & Records
Heading into the matchup, Tulare Western carried a national ranking of 5,438, sitting 355th in California and 39th in their section (Division 12). Central Valley Christian, meanwhile, entered the game ranked 829th nationally, 76th in California, and first in their section (Division 1).
Tulare Western improved to 1-0 overall with the win, while Central Valley Christian fell to 0-1. Tulare Western has started the season strong at home, scoring 54 points while allowing 28, whereas Central Valley Christian struggled on the road, being shut out and giving up 48 points in their opener.
Quarter-by-Quarter Performance
Tulare Western set the tone early, scoring 20 points in the first quarter and maintaining consistent scoring throughout the game—14 in the second, 6 in the third, and another 14 in the fourth. Central Valley Christian was unable to put any points on the board, finishing scoreless for the game.
Breaking Down the Records
The victory gives Tulare Western a clean record across multiple categories: they remain unbeaten at home and 1-0 in non-league play. Central Valley Christian, meanwhile, remains winless, now 0-1 in both league and non-league play. The game also marked Tulare Western’s first playoff-level performance, though it was a regular-season matchup.
Looking Ahead
With a dominant season opener, Tulare Western is positioning itself as a team to watch this year. Central Valley Christian will look to regroup and find its footing as they continue their schedule.
