Fall
Football
As coaches, our goal is for our student-athletes to learn and enjoy the game of football.
Our work as a team is accomplished through regimented instruction, strength and conditioning training, and teaching the rules and fundamentals of the game. Our team is rooted in the values of sportsmanship, accountability, determination, and friendship.
By placing others above self and working towards common goals, student-athletes will learn to succeed in a challenging and supportive environment.
Cate 8-Player Football Tradition
- CIF Semifinalist 2007, 2015, 2023, 2024 (D1)
- 14 Straight Playoff Appearances
- League Championships 2007,2009, 2011, 2013, 2015, 2018, 2023, 2024
- 2021 CIF Champions
2024 All-CIF Awards
- First Team: Henry Bouma ’25, Johnny Foster ’25, Quinn Pullen ’25, Ethan Rehnborg ’25
2024 All League Awards
- Most Valuable Player: Quinn Pullen ’25
- Offensive Player of the Year: Ethan Rehnborg ’25
- Defensive Player of the Year: Johnny Foster ’25
- First Team: Henry Bouma ’25, Josh Butler ’26, Zach Coulter ’25, Barron Crayton ’26, Jacob Gabbay ’25, Cody Mast ’25, Davey Rissel ’25.
- Honorable Mention: Quincy Thorne ’26, Riley Valente ’25.
Coaches
Ben Soto
Head Coach
Wade Ransom
Assistant Coach
Michael Lee
Assistant Coach
Juarez Newsome
Assistant Coach
Mel Deaile
Assistant Coach
Schedule
Varsity
| Day | Date | Opponent | Location | Time | Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat | 30-Aug | Valley Christian Academy | Home | 1:30 PM | |
| Sat | 13-Sep | Cancelled: Animo Robinson | Away | 1:00 PM | |
| Sat | 20-Sep | Coast Union High School | Home | 1:00 PM | |
| Sat | 27-Sep | Orcutt Academy | Away | 1:00 PM | |
| Sat | 4-Oct | Faith Baptist | Home | 2:00 PM | |
| Sat | 11-Oct | Thacher School | Away | 2:00 PM | |
| Sat | 18-Oct | Chadwick School | Home | 2:00 PM | |
| Fri | 24-Oct | Sage Hill School | Away | ||
| Sat | 1-Nov | Flintridge Preparatory School | Away | 1:00 PM |
Football Game Recaps
September 2, 2025
Rams Fall to Valley Christian Academy in Season Opener
The Cate Rams opened up their 2025 football season playing the inaugural game at their new home, Meldman Field. On a sweltering Carpinteria day the Rams hosted renewed rival Valley Christian Academy of Santa Maria. Led by Head Coach Ben Soto in his 21st year at the helm, the Rams are looking to expand on …
November 5, 2024
Varsity Football Rolls Past Thacher En Route to League Championship
Rams Even the All-Time Series with the Toads at 10 Wins Apiece. The Cate varsity football team capped off the 20th regular season meeting in resounding fashion with a 63-14 victory over rival Thacher. The Rams finished the year 8-0 earning the 2024 Tri-Valley League Football title. This one belonged to Cate from the opening …
October 23, 2024
Varsity Football Extends Winning Streak in Victory over Orcutt Academy
The Rams Continue Their Shutout Streak, Now at 13 Quarters The red-hot Cate varsity football team improved to 6-0 with a 55-0 win over visiting Orcutt Academy. The Rams scored three times in the first quarter. Quinn Pullen ‘25 called his own number from 7 yards out to open up Cate’s scoring barrage. Just a few …