HLPUSD Celebrates Dual Triumphs: La Puente Warriors and Wilson Wildcats Conclude 9-1 Seasons and Gear Up for CIF Playoffs

CITY OF INDUSTRY—Hacienda La Puente Unified is celebrating a remarkable achievement as both La Puente High School and Glen A. Wilson High School football teams concluded the regular season and head into the California Interscholastic Federation Southern Section (CIF-SS) playoffs with impressive 9-1 records. 

Both teams will hit the road for their respective first-round challenges in the CIF-SS playoffs on Friday, November 8. Despite a narrow loss to Duarte that resulted in a shared league title, the Warriors are now focused on taking on Gahr High School in the opening game of the CIF-SS Division 13 Championships at 7 p.m. The Warriors are calling on the community to rally behind them during this crucial away game at 11111 Artesia Blvd., Cerritos.

Meanwhile, the Glen A. Wilson Wildcats will head to the High Desert to face Yucca Valley High School (7600 Sage Ave., Yucca Valley) in CIF-SS Division 12 action at 7 p.m. The Wildcats secured the Montview League Championship with a perfect 5-0 record for the second consecutive year. 

“I am so proud of my athletes for all their hard work, toughness and sacrifice displayed throughout the season,” Glen A. Wilson High School head coach Charles Lewis said. “After suffering a tough loss in week zero, the team used that as motivation, fueling us to a successful regular season with big wins over Rowland High 36-22 and Nogales High 52-36.”

The La Puente Warriors clinched the Miramonte League Championship for the first time since 2012, highlighted by a thrilling 28-27 victory over Garey High School on October 25. Under the leadership of first-year head coach Erick Morales, the Warriors showcased exceptional skill and resilience throughout the season. They opened league play with a commanding 53-6 win against Workman High and followed up with a decisive 50-0 victory over Bassett High.

"I am so proud of the heart, teamwork and dedication our student-athletes have shown this year," Morales said. "We faced adversity and triumphed and look forward to the playoffs. Let's go, Warriors!"

The Hacienda La Puente Unified community stands united in support of both the Warriors and the Wildcats as they embark on their playoff journeys, eager to build on their successful seasons and make their mark in the postseason.

Content Development by: La Puente High School senior Vanessa Gutierrez
 

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HLPUSD_ FOOTBALL1: La Puente High School defensive team sets into position during the third quarter against Garey High School on October 25. Photo credit: La Puente High School senior Vanessa Gutierrez.

 

HLPUSD_FOOTBALL2: Glen A. Wilson High School’s Class of 2025 seniors were honored before its Senior Night game on October 20.