Oxnard High Linebacker Alder Kubic Leads Defense
Senior standout Alder Kubic recorded 117 total tackles during the 2026 Oxnard High football season.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Football
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Oxnard High linebacker Alder Kubic emerged as a defensive powerhouse during the 2026 season, recording 90 solo tackles and 117 total tackles. His performance helped the team break a 22-month, 13-game losing streak.
Why it matters
Kubic transitioned from strong safety to linebacker to take a larger role in run defense. His efforts have provided a significant boost for the program as it continues to rebuild in the Coastal 101 League.
Kubic registered 90 solo tackles and 117 total tackles across nine games this season. In a single contest against Del Sol, he recorded 23 solo tackles and 30 total tackles.
The players
Alder Kubic
He is a senior at Oxnard High and the highest-ranking student in the Class of 2027.
Oxnard High
This local secondary school competes in the Coastal 101 League and maintains its home football program in Oxnard.
The details
Kubic, a 6-foot-4, 170-pound senior, dedicated his week to studying game film to anticipate opponent plays. His defensive dominance was instrumental in the double-overtime victory against Del Sol on September 11.
Timeline
Lonnie McCowan played his senior season for Oxnard High in 2001.
Kubic won the Channel League pole vault title in 2025.
Oxnard defeated Del Sol in double overtime on September 11, 2026.
Oxnard hosts Oak Park in the season finale on October 30, 2026.
Season Trajectory
Kubic's defensive intensity has reshaped the narrative of the 2026 season for Oxnard High. His individual success serves as a critical bright spot as the program looks to build momentum beyond its 3-6 overall record.
Kubic's transition to linebacker has stabilized the team's defensive front and created a reliable anchor for the remainder of the schedule. Fans can look for his continued impact in the final regular-season game against Oak Park.
The takeaway
The successful season for Kubic highlights the value of positional versatility in high school athletics. Developing a deep understanding of game film remains a practical strategy for any student-athlete aiming to improve their defensive impact.
What happens next
Oxnard High will host Oak Park for the final regular season game on October 30, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Ventura County Star.
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