Village Christian (Sun Valley, CA) will host North Hollywood (CA) for a home non-conference varsity football game on Friday, August 29, at 7:00 PM.

Village Christian vs North Hollywood Football Game Info:

What: California High School Football
Who: Village Christian vs North Hollywood
When: Friday, August 29, 2025
Time: 7 PM
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Game preview: Village Christian vs North Hollywood

Village Christian Dominates Season Opener, North Hollywood Falls Short

Sun Valley, CA – The 2025 high school football season kicked off with a dominant performance by Village Christian as they overpowered North Hollywood in their opening matchup. The Crusaders (1-0) made an emphatic statement with a 57-16 victory, showcasing a high-powered offense and a solid defensive front that left the Huskies (0-1) searching for answers.

Records & Rankings

Village Christian entered the contest ranked No. 275 in California and No. 4,031 nationally, while North Hollywood stood at No. 854 in the state and No. 12,242 nationally. The disparity was evident on the field as Village Christian quickly took control.

• Village Christian: 1-0 overall, 1-0 home

• North Hollywood: 0-1 overall, 0-1 away

Offensive Explosion by Village Christian

The Crusaders’ offensive unit delivered a stellar performance, averaging 563 total yards in the game—361 passing and 202 rushing yards per game. Quarterback Nathan Remeny (#8) led the charge with 243 passing yards, while running back Dwight “DJ” Deranja (#32) added 110 rushing yards to keep the Huskies’ defense off balance. Wide receiver Baylin Gerhardt (#5) was a key weapon, hauling in 102 receiving yards.

Village Christian’s offensive average of 57 points per game after Week 1 sets the tone for what could be a prolific season.

North Hollywood Struggles on Both Ends

North Hollywood, despite a respectable 306 total yards of offense, couldn’t keep pace with the Crusaders. Quarterback Logan Grant (#9) accounted for 164 passing yards and 182 total yards, but turnovers and stalled drives hurt the Huskies’ momentum. Running back Chris Renteria (#22) chipped in with 74 rushing yards, while also leading the defense with 9 tackles.

Defensively, North Hollywood gave up big plays through the air and on the ground, conceding 57 points while managing to score only 16 points themselves.

Team Comparison at a Glance

Key Takeaways

• Village Christian looks like an early contender in their division with a balanced offensive attack and playmakers across the board.

• North Hollywood will need to regroup and shore up their defense ahead of their next matchup, while improving efficiency in the red zone.

Both teams remain in non-league play, and with plenty of football left in the season, North Hollywood will have chances to bounce back, while Village Christian will aim to keep their winning momentum alive.