Week of Nov. 10 | Riverside County Prep Football Playoff Results and Up Close with Coach Patrick Meech

This week’s episode of Varsity Vibes with Luke LaMonte spotlights Riverside County’s prep football playoff action and celebrates a historic milestone for Riverside Poly’s flag football program. Host Luke LaMonte recaps every round-one result across divisions, from Murrieta Valley’s dominant win to Chaparral’s offensive fireworks. Then, he welcomes Riverside Poly Flag Football Head Coach Patrick Meech. Coach Meech shares his journey from coaching at the college level to guiding young women toward athletic and personal success in this fast-growing sport. He discusses the challenges of balancing multi-sport athletes, the leadership lessons his players have learned, and how teamwork, trust, and discipline fueled the Bears’ championship run. This episode celebrates not just victories on the scoreboard, but the heart, effort, and community spirit that define Riverside County athletics.

Takeaways:

• Riverside County teams battled through round-one CIF playoff action.
• Chaparral’s Dane Weber scored eight total touchdowns in a standout performance.
• Murrieta Valley and Vista Murrieta advance with dominant offensive showings.
• Riverside Poly Flag Football claimed its first CIF Division IV title.
• Coach Patrick Meech transitioned from college tackle football to high school flag.
• Poly’s success stems from teamwork, adaptability, and trust among players.
• Meech emphasizes character, leadership, and responsibility beyond the game.
• The rapid rise of girls’ flag football showcases inclusivity and athletic excellence.

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