Peninsula
Peninsula Panthers
PENI
0-0 Overall • Away
     
      
Esperanza
Esperanza Aztecs
ESPE
0-3 Overall • Home
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Peninsula at Esperanza: Nonleague showdown in Anaheim on Sept. 25

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Peninsula Panthers (visiting) travel to the Esperanza Aztecs (home) on Thursday, Sept. 25. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. PT at Esperanza High School in Anaheim. Follow the official game page for updates: https://scorebooklive.com/california/football/games/5672506-peninsula-vs-esperanza

Game links and teams

  • Game page: https://scorebooklive.com/california/football/games/5672506-peninsula-vs-esperanza

  • Esperanza Aztecs: https://scorebooklive.com/california/football/teams/257772-esperanza-aztecs-fr

  • Peninsula Panthers: https://scorebooklive.com/california/football/teams/234778-peninsula-panthers-fr

Last meeting and storyline

The two programs last met on Sept. 26, 2024, a defensive battle that ended in a 7-7 tie — full recap and box score: https://scorebooklive.com/california/football/games/4100980-esperanza-vs-peninsula. Expect both teams to use that game as a marker; nonleague showdowns like this one can set the tone for the middle of the season.

Weather and logistics

  • Location: Anaheim, Calif. (game data lists Anaheim as the site)

  • Weather: game data lists Anaheim, CA — check local forecasts as kickoff approaches. No official ticket link provided on the SBLive page.

Streaming and broadcast

  • Esperanza lists an NFHS Network stream: https://nfhsnetwork.com/schools/esperanza-high-school-anaheim-ca/football?referrer_name=scorebooklive&utm_campaign=scorebooklive&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=scorebooklive — use that link for live video if available.

Fan engagement (follow and picks)

Both teams currently show small follow and pick numbers on SBLive (each team has 1 fan and 0 picks in the game data). Those figures may change — follow the teams on SBLive to grow the fanbase and make picks for fun to show support. Note: picks are for fan engagement and are not tied to any win projections.

Preview takeaways

  • Thursday’s 4 p.m. PT kickoff in Anaheim is a chance for both programs to measure progress in nonleague play.

  • The 7-7 draw from last season suggests a close, low-scoring affair could be in store.

  • If you can’t make it in person, check the Esperanza NFHS Network link above.

Stay connected: bookmark the SBLive game page for live updates and follow each team to get the latest on rosters, scores and fan-driven content.