Mater Dei and De La Salle Set for CIF Open Division Championship Clash

The undefeated Spartans face a daunting challenge against the nation's top-ranked Monarchs in Saturday's title game.

Mater Dei enters the CIF Open Division state championship as a 41-point favorite, according to CalPreps.com projections.
The Monarchs boast a star-studded roster, including quarterback Dash Beierly and Oregon commit Tomuhini Topui, anchoring their formidable offense and defense.
De La Salle, Northern California's top team at 12-0, relies on a strong ground game and disciplined play to compete against Mater Dei's depth and talent.
The Spartans' strategy includes ball control, minimizing penalties, and capitalizing on key passing plays to keep the game competitive.
This marks De La Salle's first Open Division title game appearance since 2019, with Northern California teams last winning the championship in 2015.