Palisades Football Defeats Hamilton 35-18
Palisades secures sole possession of first place in the Western League after a dominant victory at Stadium by the Sea.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Football
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Palisades High School defeated Hamilton High School 35-18, extending their winning streak against the rival to 11 consecutive games. The victory gives Palisades sole possession of first place in the Western League.
Why it matters
The win positions Palisades two victories away from finishing the league season undefeated. The team currently holds a 3-0 record within the league.
Palisades scored five unanswered touchdowns in the first 30 minutes, while their defense hurried Hamilton quarterback Thaddeus Breaux 26 times. Breaux ultimately threw for 279 yards and three touchdowns in the effort.
The players
Palisades High School
This is a public high school located in Los Angeles that competes in the Western League.
Hamilton High School
This is a public high school serving the Los Angeles community that operates a varsity football program.
Robert Holohan
He is the quarterback for Palisades High School who led his team to victory in the recent homecoming game.
Jameson Della Bella
He is a running back for Palisades High School who contributed two touchdowns and 93 yards in the win.
Thaddeus Breaux
He is the quarterback for Hamilton High School who recorded 279 passing yards against the Palisades defense.
The details
Robert Holohan completed eight of 14 passes for 122 yards and a touchdown, supported by Jameson Della Bella who added 93 rushing yards and two scores on 15 carries. Although Hamilton scored three touchdowns in the final 15 minutes, the early 35-point lead maintained by Palisades proved insurmountable.
Timeline
October 16, 2026: The homecoming game occurred at Stadium by the Sea.
2014: Hamilton last defeated Palisades High School in football.
2024: Palisades suffered one league loss to Venice.
Season Trajectory
This win puts Palisades in a strong position to secure an undefeated league title as they move toward the end of their schedule. The outcome shifts the balance of power in the Western League, leaving Palisades as the sole leader.
Palisades now holds sole possession of first place in the league with a 3-0 record. The team needs two more wins to complete an undefeated league season.
The takeaway
Maintaining early momentum was the deciding factor in the game, as the Palisades defense effectively pressured their opponent for the first 30 minutes. Teams looking to mirror this success must focus on establishing a significant lead early to counteract potential late-game rallies.
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