Mountain View High School Forfeits Game Against Arroyo
The football team forfeited following the suspension of five players due to an inappropriate social media post.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Football
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Mountain View High School has forfeited its scheduled football game against Arroyo High School after suspending five student-athletes. The decision followed an investigation into a social media post that featured players mimicking gun gestures.
Why it matters
School officials cited safety concerns and roster depletion as the primary reasons for the forfeit. The school determined the social media activity was inappropriate and dangerous to the community.
Mountain View entered the forfeit with a 3-6 overall record and a 2-1 league standing, while Arroyo finished at 6-4. The team previously celebrated a 14-0 win over Rosemead, marking their first victory against that opponent in 40 years.
The players
Mountain View High School
This educational institution is responsible for overseeing the student-athletes involved in the disciplinary suspension.
Arroyo High School
This school secured the Conference 12 League championship following the forfeit by their opponent.
El Monte Union High School District
This local agency manages the operational decisions for the schools involved in the football program investigation.
The details
The district confirmed that a combination of student-athlete injuries and the recent disciplinary actions left the roster too depleted to compete safely. The players involved reportedly made the gestures in response to a post previously shared by Rosemead athletes.
Timeline
Last week, Mountain View defeated Rosemead in a football game.
October 29, 2026, Mountain View officially forfeited the game against Arroyo.
Sunday, the CIF Southern Section playoff pairings will be announced.
Season Trajectory
This forfeit abruptly shifts the standings within the Conference 12 League as Arroyo High School secures the championship title. The result also impacts the competitive profile of Mountain View High School as the CIF Southern Section prepares to release playoff pairings.
The forfeit grants Arroyo High School the league championship title regardless of further play. Mountain View High School concludes its season with a 3-7 record, impacting their final ranking in the playoff bracket projections.
The takeaway
Maintaining strict codes of conduct on social media is increasingly critical for student-athletes representing their schools. Coaches and administrators continue to prioritize roster safety protocols when disciplinary actions impact player availability.
What happens next
The CIF Southern Section is scheduled to announce the final playoff pairings on Sunday.
Further reading
For additional context on regional league standings, visit the Football section.
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