Montgomery High Shut Out Justin-Siena 26-0
Montgomery High School dominated in their Redwood Empire Conference Mountain division league opener.
Updated on Sept. 26, 2026 in Football
Montgomery High School defeated Justin-Siena 26-0 in a football game held on September 25, 2026. The win marked a successful league opener for the Montgomery squad within the Redwood Empire Conference Mountain division.
Why it matters
The victory establishes a 1-0 league record for Montgomery, positioning them early in the Redwood Empire Conference Mountain division standings. The decisive shutout highlights Montgomery's defensive strength as they head into their next conference matchup.
Montgomery quarterback Oliver Wuethrich threw for 213 yards, completing 15-of-22 passes, while the Montgomery defense held Justin-Siena to just 62 total yards of offense. Montgomery recorded 54 offensive plays compared to 27 by their opponent.
The players
Oliver Wuethrich
He is the starting quarterback for the Montgomery High School football team.
Deysean Akins
He is a receiver for Montgomery who recorded 109 receiving yards in the game.
Chase Pierre
He is a receiver for Montgomery who caught a nine-yard touchdown pass.
Connor Huddleston
He is a running back for Montgomery who scored on a six-yard touchdown run.
The details
Montgomery scored on a nine-yard pass to Chase Pierre, a six-yard run by Connor Huddleston, a 35-yard hook-and-ladder play, and a 25-yard pass to Deysean Akins. The defense stifled the Justin-Siena offense, allowing only 43 rushing yards and 19 passing yards throughout the contest.
Timeline
September 25, 2026: Montgomery defeated Justin-Siena in a football game.
October 2, 2026: Montgomery plays at Healdsburg and Justin-Siena hosts Piner.
Season Trajectory
This victory improves Montgomery to 1-0 in league play, keeping them in contention for the top spot in the Redwood Empire Conference Mountain division. The lopsided outcome forces Justin-Siena to rebound quickly as they look to correct offensive struggles in their next conference appearance.
Montgomery moves to an overall record of 3-2, while Justin-Siena falls to 3-2 following this league opener. The performance confirms Montgomery as a defensive threat in the division, shifting the competitive balance for upcoming matchups.
The takeaway
Consistent defensive pressure can limit opponent offensive opportunities to fewer than 30 total plays in a high school contest. Teams that rely on diverse scoring methods like hook-and-ladder plays often see more success in early-season league openers.
What happens next
Montgomery will face Healdsburg on October 2, 2026, while Justin-Siena hosts Piner on the same evening.
Further reading
For more updates on local athletics, visit the Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Santa Rosa Press Democrat.
