COSTA MESA, Calif. — Santa Margarita has established itself as one of Southern California's premier high school football programs this season, but the Eagles face another significant test Friday night when they travel to Orange Lutheran for a Trinity League showdown with the Lancers.

The Eagles enter the matchup 9-0 overall and riding a nine-game winning streak. Still in the running for the national championship, Santa Margarita has been particularly impressive defensively, allowing just 6.2 points per game while averaging 30.7 points on offense. That balance has helped the Eagles navigate one of the country's most challenging schedules without suffering a defeat.

Preview

Who: Santa Margarita at Orange Lutheran

When: 10 p.m. EST/7 p.m. local

Where: Orange Coast College, Costa Mesa, California

Livestream: NFHS Network

Santa Margarita continued its unbeaten run last week with a convincing 36-12 victory over JSerra Catholic.…