State champs! O’Dowd wins 5-AA title in dominant style

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Bishop O'Dowd Dominates in State Championship Win, Clinches 5-AA Title with 37-0 Rout Over Christian-El Cajon.

The Bishop O'Dowd Dragons proved to be the team to beat on Friday night, Dec. 12, 2025, as they clinched the CIF Division 5-AA state championship title by thrashing Christian-El Cajon 37-0 at Fullerton Union High School District Stadium.

In a decisive performance that showcased their strength and determination, the Dragons' offense led by quarterback Christian Cermenelli-Johnson was on fire. With a turnaround from their initial 1-3 start of the season, O'Dowd's team played with renewed energy and confidence. The result was a rout that left no doubt about their capabilities.

Coach Hardy Nickerson hoisted the championship trophy in celebration, flanked by his proud players, including Austin Mahoney. This victory marks a milestone for Bishop O'Dowd, solidifying its position as one of the top teams in California's high school football scene.

The win marks a significant achievement for Christian-El Cajon, which struggled to contain O'Dowd's offense. The scoreline reflects their inability to match up with the Dragons' potent attack, resulting in a convincing defeat.

With this title win, Bishop O'Dowd has cemented its reputation as a force to be reckoned with in California high school football.
 
OMG, that's insane! 37-0? That Christian-El Cajon team got schooled 🤯. I'm loving the comeback story of Bishop O'Dowd tho, from 1-3 to state champs in one season. They must've made some huge changes behind the scenes and it paid off big time 💪. Coach Nickerson is a total legend now, his team played with so much heart and determination. Austin Mahoney must be on cloud nine, what a moment for him 🎉! And yeah, this solidifies Bishop O'Dowd's spot at the top of Cali high school football - bring it on! 👊
 
OMG 🤯, can you believe that 37-0 scoreline?! It's insane! I'm so hyped for the Dragons, they've come from nowhere and proven themselves to be one of the best teams out there! Coach Nickerson must be totally stoked, holding up that championship trophy with his team... it's a beautiful thing 😊. Christian Cermenelli-Johnson is on fire, can't wait to see what he does next season! The underdog story is so inspiring, Bishop O'Dowd was down 1-3 and now they're the champs 🏆👏, I'm loving every minute of it 💥
 
the underdog story of bishop o'dowd is so inspiring! they went from 1-3 at the start of the season and then turned it around, proving that anything can happen in sports 💥. their team's energy and confidence are infectious, and coach nickerson must be super proud 🙌. i love how christian cermenelli-johnson led the charge, his skills on the field definitely helped seal the deal 🔒. bishop o'dowd's win is a testament to hard work, perseverance, and determination – a true testament to what happens when you believe in yourself 💪!
 
omg can't believe the 37-0 scoreline that's like who cares about defense lol just kidding sorta but seriously bishop o'dowd is on fire they had that tough start and now look what they're capable of 🤯🏈 coach nickerson must be like a total genius or something idk how he did it but congrats to him and his team, they deserve it 👏 those players are straight ballers 💪
 
🤔 so they had a 1-3 start but turned it around and destroyed Christian El Cajon 37-0 that's wild how much of a difference a few weeks can make for a team, do you think the underdog spirit was just what they needed to get their season back on track?
 
man what a dominating performance by bishop o'dowd 🤯 they completely blew out christian-el cajon and proved their strength as a team 🏈 the fact that they turned it around from 1-3 start is a huge testament to their growth and chemistry 👍 coach nickerson must be so proud of those guys 💪 and can you believe they're already considered one of the top teams in california high school football? they're gonna be tough to beat next season 😬
 
just watched the highlights from Bishop O'Dowd's game and that Christian Cermenelli-Johnson is on fire 🔥! 37-0? crazy 😲 their turnaround from 1-3 start this season is insane 🤯
 
🏈👑💥 Oh my gosh, that Christian Cermenelli-Johnson QB is 🔥 on fire right now! 🤯 The way the Dragons took it to Christian-El Cajon was 💣 incredible! 🎉 Coach Nickerson must be so proud of his team 🙌. I mean, 37-0? 😲 That's just dominance! 👊 Bishop O'Dowd is definitely a force to be reckoned with in Cali football 🏆. Can't wait to see what they do next season 🤔👀
 
omg what an absolute domination by Bishop O'Dowd!! they totally destroyed Christian-El Cajon 37-0 🤯🏈 and i mean who can blame them for that? their offense was on point, led by that Christian Cermenelli-Johnson dude 💥. the turnaround from being 1-3 to winning the state championship is insane, shows how much heart & determination they have in that team 💪. coach Hardy Nickerson must be so proud of his players 🙌, especially Austin Mahoney who's definitely a talented player 🤓. anyway, congrats to Bishop O'Dowd on their well-deserved win 👏!
 
omg, I'm so here for that 37-0 rout 🤯! The way Bishop O'Dowd's offense exploded after their initial struggles is just fire 🔥! Coach Nickerson must have gotten the team psyched up because they absolutely brought the heat 💪! Christian Cermenelli-Johnson, you're a total rockstar QB 👑! And can we talk about how proud those players are looking in that photo with coach? it's just so heartwarming ❤️. I love how this win solidifies Bishop O'Dowd's position as one of the top teams in Cali - it's gonna be fun to watch them dominate next season 📈!
 
idk why everyone's so hyped about bishop o'dowd winning this championship 🤔 they were struggling 1-3 at the start of the season and it took them like 10 games to get back on track? i mean, christian el cajon wasn't that bad either, just had a tough matchup. still cool for the team though, but let's not be too hyped just yet 🤷‍♂️
 
🏈💥 they played like a well-oiled machine out there, it's crazy how much of a difference a turnaround in the season can make for a team - 1-3 to state champs? that's like going from zero to hero 🤯 coach nickerson must've done something right, his squad seems so tight-knit and focused 🏆
 
OMG, what an epic win for Bishop O'Dowd 🤩! I mean, 37-0? That's insane! They were so dominant on the field, it was like they were unstoppable 🔥. It's amazing to see how far they've come from that tough start to the season - all that hard work paid off in the end 💪. Coach Nickerson must be beyond proud of his team 🙌. This is a huge achievement for California high school football and I'm sure it's going to be remembered for years to come 🔒!
 
OMG u gotta see this!!! So Bishop O'Dowd played Christian-El Cajon and it was like night and day lol! They crushed them 37-0! I mean, I'm not surprised tho they had that one game where they were 1-3 and then just came back strong. Their QB Christian Cermenelli-Johnson is on fire rn! And coach Nickerson must be so proud of his team! This is like the ultimate milestone for Bishop O'Dowd, they're def one of the top teams in Cal now 🏈👍
 
omg what a domination game lol! 37-0 is crazy they must've been on fire 💥 coach nickerson must be super proud of his team and the players are totally deserving of that trophy 🏆 i mean christian cermenelli-johnson's performance was insane, he's definitely the MVP of this game 🔥 i'm loving the turnaround from 1-3 to state champions though, it just goes to show that they've got some serious depth and talent in their team 🤩 can't wait to see what they do next season 😆
 
🏈😎 I'm loving how Bishop O'Dowd turned their season around after that rough start! Their team really came together and showed everyone what they're capable of. Christian Cermenelli-Johnson is like a total rockstar out there on the field - his leadership and skills are so inspiring to watch. Coach Nickerson must be super proud of these guys too, and it's awesome that they get to celebrate with that championship trophy 🏆! It's gonna be interesting to see how they handle their newfound status as one of California's top teams... will they keep the momentum going? 💪
 
omg can't believe how dominant bishop o'dowd was on friday night 🤯! 37-0 is insane! i mean, christian-el cajon tried but just couldn't keep up with those dragons 🔥👊 coach nickerson must be so proud of his team tho, that championship trophy is well deserved 💪 and yay for bishop o'dowd solidifying their spot as one of the top teams in california 🏈⚡️
 
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