Carson Blanks San Pedro to Claim Marine League Title
The Colts secured the top seed for the City Section playoffs with a decisive 35-0 victory at home.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Football
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Carson High School clinched the Marine League football title by shutting out San Pedro 35-0 on Thursday night. The win guarantees the Colts the No. 1 seed for the upcoming City Section Open Division playoffs.
Why it matters
The victory highlights Carson's dominance this season as the team finishes its regular season with an 8-1 record. This title win sets the stage for the team to pursue a broader goal of competing for a state championship.
Quarterback Chris Fields III dominated the first half with 96 rushing yards and 116 passing yards, contributing two touchdown passes and two rushing scores. Tytus Salagi added 85 rushing yards and one touchdown while Nathan Williams caught two touchdown passes.
The players
Chris Fields III
Carson High School's quarterback who recorded four total touchdowns and over 200 total yards in the first half.
Nathan Williams
A receiver for Carson who hauled in two touchdown passes to help secure the team's victory.
Tytus Salagi
A Carson running back who contributed 85 rushing yards and one touchdown to the team's dominant win.
Seth Solorio
The quarterback for San Pedro High School who finished the game with 17 passing yards.
The details
Carson took early control with a 71-yard touchdown run sparked by a pulling guard and an offensive line that kept the pocket clean. San Pedro's offense struggled to move the ball, with quarterback Seth Solorio limited to just two completions for 17 yards.
Timeline
The game took place on October 23, 2026.
A lightning delay pushed the kickoff back by 30 minutes.
Season Trajectory
This decisive win establishes Carson as a prime contender for the City Section Open Division playoffs. By securing the top seed, the team shifts the competitive balance of the division as they move toward the postseason.
Carson's 35-0 win cements their status as the No. 1 seed for the City Section Open Division playoffs. San Pedro drops to 6-2 on the season, affecting their overall ranking and path to post-season qualification.
The takeaway
Carson demonstrated exceptional efficiency in the pocket and on the ground to overwhelm their league rival. Their focus now shifts to maintaining this momentum as they enter the high-stakes environment of the City Section playoffs.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Los Angeles Times.
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