Santa Barbara High Overwhelmed by Corona Del Mar in 37-7 Defeat
Santa Barbara Independent
August 29, 2026
Friday night lights didn't shine too bright for the Dons, as Santa Barbara High fell hard to Corona Del Mar, 37-7. It was a tough one to watch, especially after the promise of a new season, but this is the kind of game that builds character. Coach and the boys will definitely be back in the film room this week, breaking down what went wrong and what they can fix before the big one.
And what a big one it is — next week, the Dons host their crosstown rivals, Dos Pueblos. That's the game that really gets the whole community buzzing, from the stands packed with students to the local coffee shops talking about nothing else. A loss like this stings, but it's a fresh start next Friday. The Independent's coverage reminds us that in Santa Barbara, high school football is more than just a game — it's a tradition that brings us all together. Let's show up and support our boys.
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