Rio Hondo Prep defeated Charter Oak 37-30 in the 1st Round of the Division 7 Playoffs on Friday night. The victory shocked a lot of local football fans, but for those who have seen RHP over the years, it should come as no surprise. It was a battle of many former Kare Youth League members from both sides of the field. Rio Hondo Prep has won 14 CIF Southern Section Championships, but this win was arguably the biggest non title in their illustrious history. Head Coach Mark Carson often says, "We're just getting started." This couldn't be more true today as the RHP Football tradition has reached new heights and the sky is the limit. For those that still doubt the legitimacy of the smallest school in California to play 11 man football, I challenge you to reconsider after one of the most inspiring performances I've seen at any level.
