In a thrilling Epsilon League matchup, Huntington Beach outshined La Habra with a stellar offensive performance, clinching a hard-fought 35-30 victory on October 10, 2025. Both teams, known for their high-scoring capabilities, showcased their talents in front of an enthusiastic crowd.
Offensive Showdown: Huntington Beach vs. La Habra
The game featured Huntington Beach, averaging 39 points per game, and La Habra, with a league-leading average of 40.1 points. Quarterbacks Brady Edmunds for Huntington Beach and DJ Mitchell for La Habra were key players in this offensive duel.
Game Highlights
- Huntington Beach opened the scoring with strong plays despite a slow start.
- Brady Edmunds completed 18 out of 21 passes for 250 yards and three touchdowns.
- Steel Kurtz was pivotal, returning a kickoff for a touchdown and recording key plays.
- La Habra’s Mitchell managed to complete 18 out of 32 passes for 226 yards and two touchdowns.
With this victory, Huntington Beach improved its record to 6-1 and 2-0 in league play. The Oilers now position themselves as top contenders against league leaders Crean Lutheran.
Scoring Breakdown
The action started intensely, with La Habra initially dominating with a 10-0 lead. They scored first with a 33-yard field goal by Christian Meyer, followed by a 12-yard touchdown run by Mitchell. However, the tides turned as Huntington Beach responded with a kickoff return touchdown by Kurtz and a late touchdown pass from Edmunds to Dylin Bruce, finishing the half leading 14-10.
In the third quarter, Huntington’s offense exploded, scoring 28 unanswered points. Key plays included:
- Edmunds connecting with Troy Foster on an 8-yard touchdown pass, driving the score to 21-10.
- A trick play where Kurtz threw a 50-yard touchdown to Foster, pushing the lead further to 28-10.
- La Habra fought back with a touchdown from Blake Rogers but fell short in the end.
Player Performances
Foster had a standout performance with 11 catches for 143 yards. Bruce contributed significantly with five receptions for 138 yards, while Vasquez from La Habra made eight catches totaling 90 yards and a touchdown. The close score reflected the competitive spirit of both teams.
Looking Ahead
Next week, Huntington Beach will host Foothill, while La Habra faces another challenge against Crean Lutheran, the league’s top-ranked team. Both teams are gearing up for more thrilling action this season.
This matchup was a testament to the high-caliber football in the Epsilon League, showcasing the explosive offense and resilience of both Huntington Beach and La Habra.
