THIS WEEK’S TOP GAMES

A look at the top high school football games in the Southland this week.

Friday

Mission Viejo (2-1) at Mission Hills Bishop Alemany (1-2), 7 p.m.: Alemany is hoping to go on an eight-game win streak, win the Mission League title and get an invitation to the Division 1 playoffs. This game would help its cause. Mission Viejo has an outstanding passing duo in junior quarterback Kadin Semonza and junior receiver Mikey Matthews. But the Warriors’ defense has been impressive and is loaded with college prospects, including cornerback Ephesians Prysock and Notre Dame-bound linebacker Niuafe Tuihalamaka. The pick: Alemany.

Los Alamitos (4-0) vs. Santa Margarita (3-1) at Saddleback College, 7 p.m.: It’s final-exam time for Los Alamitos. The Griffins get to show what they can do against a Trinity League opponent. Quarterback Malachi Nelson has been preparing for this opportunity. The Eagles will counter with a strong pass rush and hope improving quarterback Jaxon Potter is ready for the challenge. The pick: Los Alamitos.