THREE STRAIGHT! PALI FOOTBALL IS ROLLING! 🏈 | University Recap & Hamilton Preview

Welcome back to another exciting episode of This Week in Pali Football with Mr. Riley, featuring Palisades Charter High School Head Football Coach Dylan Smith! The Palisades Dolphins are finding ways to win! After defeating Venice 29–26 in their Western League opener, Pali traveled to University High School and battled their way to a hard-fought 14–13 victory over the Wildcats on Friday, October 9, 2026. With their third consecutive victory, the Dolphins improve to 3–3 overall and 2–0 in Western League play! This week, Mr. Riley and Coach Smith break down the thrilling one-point victory, highlighting the performances, adjustments, defensive efforts, and special teams contributions that helped secure another important league win. 🏈 GAME HIGHLIGHTS ⭐ LJ Stephens led the Dolphins' rushing attack with 99 yards on 14 carries and a touchdown. ⭐ Robert Holohan III contributed 118 passing yards and a touchdown. ⭐ Malachi Ross continued making plays in the passing game with another touchdown reception. ⭐ The Dolphins' Defense stepped up with outstanding tackling performances from A. Wilson-Turner, E. Bart-Plange, and Enzo Allen. ⭐ Special Teams played a critical role, with A. Ayanbedejo placing four punts inside the 20-yard line and converting both extra-point attempts. From offensive adjustments to defensive determination, Coach Smith shares his perspective on how the Dolphins continue to develop as a team and build momentum during Western League competition. 🔥 NEXT UP: PALISADES vs. HAMILTON The Dolphins return home to the World Famous Stadium by the Sea for another important Western League showdown! 📅 Friday, October 16, 2026 🏈 Opponent: Hamilton High School Yankees 📍 Location: Palisades Charter High School — Stadium by the Sea ⏰ JV: 4:00 PM ⏰ Varsity: Kickoff time to be confirmed Can the Dolphins make it FOUR consecutive victories and remain undefeated in Western League play? Coach Smith previews the Hamilton Yankees, discusses the challenges ahead, and shares his THREE KEYS TO A DOLPHINS VICTORY! We'll also celebrate our Dolphins of the Week, discuss team developments, and go Beyond the Field before Coach Smith delivers his closing message on The Final Drive. 🌊 ONE CITY. ONE TEAM. GO DOLPHINS! 🐬 COMPETE • TOGETHER • HIGHER Help us continue growing the Pali Football community! 👍 LIKE this episode. 💬 COMMENT with your thoughts on the University victory and your prediction for the Hamilton game. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE for weekly interviews, game recaps, player highlights, and exclusive conversations with Coach Dylan Smith. #PaliFootball #PalisadesFootball #PCHSFootball #ThisWeekInPaliFootball #GoDolphins #CoachDylanSmith #WesternLeague #FridayNightLights #HighSchoolFootball #UniversityWildcats #HamiltonYankees #StadiumByTheSea #DolphinNation #CIFLAFootball