Inglewood High Defeated Long Beach Poly 36-10
Inglewood High dominated the matchup at SoFi Stadium to move to a 4-1 record on the season.
Updated on Sept. 19, 2026 in Football
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Inglewood High secured a 36-10 victory over Long Beach Poly at SoFi Stadium. The win improved Inglewood High's record to 4-1 while Long Beach Poly fell to 1-4.
Why it matters
The result highlights the current trajectory of both programs as Inglewood High continues its strong season. For Long Beach Poly, the loss adds pressure as the team adjusts to a new starting quarterback.
Lincoln Jahn completed 13 of 16 passes for 161 yards and three touchdowns, while Marlon Watson and Semaj Welch combined for 207 rushing yards. Long Beach Poly quarterback Donte Wright threw for 123 yards and one touchdown in the loss.
The players
Donte Wright
He is the starting quarterback for Long Beach Poly who stepped into the role following an injury to the team's primary signal-caller.
Lincoln Jahn
He is an Inglewood High quarterback who led his team to victory by completing 13 of 16 passes for three touchdowns.
Ace Fa'agata
He is a junior quarterback for Long Beach Poly currently sidelined due to an injury.
The details
Inglewood High pulled away after a failed onside kick attempt by Long Beach Poly. Donte Wright, starting in place of the injured Ace Fa'agata, accounted for one touchdown and one interception while recording 21 rushing yards.
Timeline
September 18, 2026: Inglewood High defeated Long Beach Poly.
September 25, 2026: Long Beach Poly is scheduled to play Rancho Cucamonga.
October 2, 2026: Long Beach Poly is scheduled to play Lakewood.
Season Trajectory
This win positions Inglewood High as a strong contender within the 2026 CIF Southern Section high school football season standings. Conversely, the loss forces Long Beach Poly to recalibrate its offense to salvage the remainder of its schedule.
The result shifts the standings for both schools, with Inglewood High maintaining a winning percentage while Long Beach Poly falls to 1-4. The game also provides a look at the offensive production of quarterbacks Lincoln Jahn and Donte Wright under pressure at SoFi Stadium.
The takeaway
Inglewood High demonstrated offensive versatility through a balanced passing and rushing attack. Readers should monitor how Long Beach Poly adjusts its game plan for the upcoming schedule following this loss.
What happens next
Long Beach Poly will continue its season with upcoming games against Rancho Cucamonga on September 25 and Lakewood on October 2.
Further reading
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