San Clemente and Mission Viejo meet in South Coast League showdown

San Clemente (8-0, 2-0) at Mission Viejo (5-2, 1-0), 7 p.m.: The outcome of this South Coast League showdown could be determined by whether Mission Viejo running backs Jahleel Pinner and Buzzy Yokoyama are able to make it back from injuries. The Diablos are at their best when they can run the ball effectively, something that San Clemente has done all season because of a dominant offensive line, led by All-American Kyle Murphy. Mission Viejo has had two weeks to prepare for San Clemente. The pick: Mission Viejo.

Anaheim Servite (6-1, 2-0) at Bellflower St. John Bosco (6-1, 2-0), 7:30 p.m.: This could be the toughest Trinity League test for top-ranked Servite. St. John Bosco has the speed and size to compete with the Friars. One of the big matchups is St. John Bosco center Austin Rangel versus middle linebacker Butch Pauu. The Braves will need to unleash running back DaVonte Young, who had 158 yards rushing in a win over Mater Dei. Servite is one week away from getting back running back Charlie Etiaki, who adds speed to the offense. The pick: Servite.

Los Angeles Loyola (6-1, 1-0) at La Puente Bishop Amat (6-2, 1-1), 7 p.m., Time Warner Cable, midnight: Serra League teams are desperate to reach the two-win plateau in league play to help their Pac-5 Division playoff chances, so this game will be decisive. Loyola relies on its running game, but receivers Kodi Whitfield and Chaz Anderson can make big plays. Bishop Amat has quarterback Rio Ruiz and running back Jalen Moore. A field goal will decide this one. The pick: Loyola.

Jefferson (7-0) at Arleta (6-1), 3:30 p.m.: Jefferson is battling unbeaten South East for the No. 1 seeding in City Section Division II, and this game offers a big challenge for the Democrats. Arleta running back-defensive back Dejon Coleman has scored 33 touchdowns. Jefferson will try to use its double-wing attack to control the clock and the game. The pick: Arleta.