Colton Clinches Playoff Berth with Win Over Rim
The Yellowjackets secure a share of the San Andreas League title after a dominant 48-17 victory.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Football
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Colton defeated Rim of the World 48-17 to lock in a CIF playoff berth and earn a share of the San Andreas League title. The victory keeps Colton at an undefeated 2-0 league record.
Why it matters
This decisive win establishes Colton as a league leader and confirms their postseason participation. The result puts the team in a strong position heading into their final regular-season matchup.
Koa Regalado accounted for six total touchdowns, throwing for 312 yards and rushing for an additional 50 yards. Colton controlled the pace by scoring on every first-half possession while holding Rim of the World to 82 rushing yards before halftime.
The players
Koa Regalado
He is a standout player for Colton who led the offensive effort with five passing touchdowns and one rushing score.
Eliot Willemse
He is a running back for Rim of the World who contributed two rushing touchdowns in the game.
Vincent Scotti
He is a player for Rim of the World who successfully kicked a 21-yard field goal.
The details
Colton dominated the game early, successfully converting all five of their offensive drives in the first half. While Rim of the World managed 243 all-purpose yards, including two rushing scores from Eliot Willemse and a 21-yard field goal from Vincent Scotti, they could not overcome the early deficit.
Timeline
October 23, 2026: Colton defeated Rim of the World.
October 30, 2026: Rim of the World hosts Rialto.
October 30, 2026: Colton plays Kaiser.
Season Trajectory
This win positions Colton as a primary contender for the league crown as they move toward the postseason bracket. The result directly impacts the San Andreas League standings and forces a high-stakes showdown against Kaiser next week.
Colton's victory ensures their presence in the upcoming CIF playoffs while setting up a championship-deciding game against Kaiser. Rim of the World must now defeat Rialto next Friday to stay in contention for their own playoff spot.
The takeaway
Securing early leads and maintaining offensive consistency proved vital in Colton's ability to control the game pace. Teams looking to mirror this success must focus on high-efficiency scoring drives during the opening half of their matches.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by San Bernardino Sun.
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