Apple Valley Snapped Oak Hills Winning Streak
Apple Valley defeated Oak Hills 20-7 to break a lengthy Mojave River League winning streak.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Football
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Apple Valley defeated Oak Hills 20-7 on October 8, 2026, ending the opponent's 27-game Mojave River League winning streak. The victory marks the first time Apple Valley has beaten Oak Hills since the spring 2021 season.
Why it matters
The outcome significantly alters the Mojave River League standings as Apple Valley improves to 2-0 in conference play. This victory establishes Apple Valley as a primary contender while snapping a league-dominance record held by Oak Hills.
Apple Valley now holds a 6-1 overall record compared to the 4-3 record of Oak Hills. The game score of 20-7 stands as the first defeat of Oak Hills in league play in recent memory.
The players
Shyan Bisas
He is an Apple Valley football player who recorded a kickoff return touchdown and a second-half interception.
Chase Higgs
He is an Apple Valley football player who scored two touchdowns in the win against Oak Hills.
DJ Jackson
He is the quarterback for the Oak Hills football team who threw an interception in the second half.
The details
Apple Valley secured the win behind two touchdowns from Chase Higgs and a pivotal kickoff return for a touchdown by Shyan Bisas. Bisas also contributed defensively by intercepting Oak Hills quarterback DJ Jackson in the second half, helping limit the opposing offense to seven points.
Timeline
Apple Valley last defeated Oak Hills during the spring 2021 season.
The teams played this game on October 8, 2026.
Apple Valley hosts Burroughs on October 16, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This win fundamentally disrupts the Mojave River League title race by dismantling the established hierarchy. It forces a recalibration of the playoff picture and suggests a shift in power dynamics within the conference.
Apple Valley moves to 2-0 in league play, effectively positioning themselves at the top of the conference standings. Oak Hills falls to 1-1, which significantly complicates their path to retaining the league title.
The takeaway
The game highlighted the impact of special teams and turnovers, as a single kickoff return and one interception proved decisive. Teams looking to challenge conference leaders should focus on capitalizing on these high-leverage transition moments to close significant talent gaps.
What happens next
Apple Valley is scheduled to host Burroughs on October 16, 2026. Oak Hills is set to play an upcoming away game against Sultana.
Further reading
For more updates on local high school athletics, visit the Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Daily Press.
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