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Junipero Serra (Calif.) football to take on Kahuku (HI) in 2026
The Padres will face off against the Hawaii powerhouse in Week 2 of the 2026 season.
Mar. 22, 2026 at 3:18pm
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Junipero Serra High School in San Mateo, California has announced its 2026 football schedule, which includes a matchup against Kahuku High School from Hawaii in the second week of the season on September 4th. The Padres are coming off an 8-6 campaign in 2025 and are looking to build on their success with a talented 2027 class that includes several three-star recruits.
Why it matters
This game will be a highly anticipated out-of-state matchup between two powerhouse high school football programs. Junipero Serra is one of the top teams in California, while Kahuku is consistently one of the best teams in Hawaii. The outcome of this game could have implications for both teams' rankings and playoff positioning.
The details
Junipero Serra will open the 2026 season against Open Division runner-up De La Salle, before traveling to Hawaii to take on Kahuku in Week 2. The Padres' 2026 schedule also includes matchups against other top California programs like St. Mary's, Bellarmine Prep, Valley Christian, and St. Francis.
- Junipero Serra will open the 2026 season on August 28 against De La Salle.
- The Padres will face Kahuku in Hawaii on September 4, 2026.
- Junipero Serra's full 2026 schedule will be announced at a later date.
The players
Malakai Taufoou
A three-star safety in Junipero Serra's 2027 recruiting class.
Jace Cannon
A three-star tight end in Junipero Serra's 2027 recruiting class.
Dylan Modena
A three-star linebacker in Junipero Serra's 2027 recruiting class.
Lemani Fehoko
A three-star defensive lineman in Junipero Serra's 2027 recruiting class.
Kahuku High School
A Hawaii high school football powerhouse that finished as the top-ranked team in the state in 2025.
What’s next
The full Junipero Serra 2026 football schedule, including official game times, is set to be announced at a later date.
The takeaway
This matchup between Junipero Serra and Kahuku will be a must-watch game for high school football fans, as it pits two of the top programs in California and Hawaii against each other. The outcome could have significant implications for both teams' rankings and playoff positioning.
