Marcus Holbrooks

Week 8 of Bay Area football is here, and the energy keeps rising! This week, we are highlighting the exceptional student-athletes and coaches who compete with relentless passion and drive a lasting impact across their teams and communities. Congratulations to this week’s honorees: Rhett Bystrom of Livermore High School, our #49ersPREP presented by U.S. Bank Player of the Week. The sophomore passed for 171 yards, threw two touchdown passes, and ran in two more to lead Livermore to 38-18 victory over Arroyo. Taryn Johnston of Castilleja High School, our #49ersFLAG presented by Visa Player of the Week. The senior went 17-24 for 250 yards and three touchdowns, leading the Gators to a victory over Notre Dame-San Jose and a share of first place in the West Bay-Skyline league. We’re also proud to recognize this week’s Coaches of the Week: David Sciplin of Monta Vista High School, our #49ersFLAG presented by Visa Coach of the Week. Under Coach Sciplin’s leadership, the Matadors bounced back from a 1-1 start to ignite an 11-game win streak, remaining undefeated in league play and locking down the #1 spot in the SCVAL - El Camino League. Terry Hendrix of Oakland High School, our #49ersPREP presented by U.S. Bank Charlie Wedemeyer Memorial Coach of the Week. Under Coach T, the Wildcats defeated McClymonds 24-19 in a thrilling matchup, marking Oakland's first victory over the Warriors since 2008. Congratulations to all four honorees for their outstanding performances and leadership!🏆👏

Oakland handed McClymonds its first lost on the field in 127 OAL games, signaling a big change in that league. Plus updates of all top 10 teams after their weekend games. sfchronicle.com/sports/high-…