Johansen Defeated Ceres High in Football Matchup
Johansen improved to 5-1 after a dominant victory over Ceres High in Modesto.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Football
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Johansen secured a 49-24 victory against Ceres High on October 9, 2026, after amassing 588 yards of total offense. The win pushed Johansen to a 5-1 overall record while Ceres High fell to 2-4.
Why it matters
The game was defined by Ceres High's struggle with ball security, as the team committed six turnovers throughout the contest. This loss leaves Ceres High with a 1-2 conference record, placing them sixth in the standings.
Johansen dominated with 588 yards of total offense, while Ceres High finished with 171 passing yards and 100 rushing yards. Ceres High player Tyler Phongsa Chhoeum contributed 100 rushing yards and one touchdown on five carries.
The players
Leo Ayala
He is a football player who recorded nine receptions for 140 yards and one touchdown during the game.
Anthony Santillan
He is a quarterback for Ceres High who threw for 171 yards and two touchdowns.
Tyler Phongsa Chhoeum
He is a player for Ceres High who rushed for 100 yards on five carries.
Julian Barrera
He is a football player who recorded two receptions for 30 yards and one touchdown.
The details
Johansen effectively controlled the line of scrimmage, while Ceres High attempted to exploit defensive gaps through passing plays. Anthony Santillan led the Ceres High offense, completing 12 of 27 passes for 171 yards with two touchdowns and five interceptions.
Timeline
The game took place in Modesto on October 9, 2026.
Ceres High is scheduled to host Livingston on October 16, 2026, at 7 p.m.
Season Trajectory
This result shifts the competitive landscape of the conference, as Johansen moves to a 5-1 record while Ceres High drops to 2-4. The outcome heavily impacts the playoff positioning for both schools as they head into the latter half of the season.
Ceres High now sits in sixth place in the conference standings with a 1-2 record following the loss. The team must address their six-turnover performance before their upcoming game against Livingston to regain footing in the standings.
The takeaway
Maintaining ball security is essential for Ceres High to remain competitive in conference play. Players and coaches will likely prioritize reducing turnovers in training sessions before their next game.
What happens next
Ceres High will continue their season with a matchup against Livingston on October 16, 2026, at 7 p.m.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Ceres Courier.
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