Shadow Hills Knights Gear Up for Historic Playoff Matchup; Palm Desert Water Polo Headed to CIF Finals

The Shadow Hills Varsity football team is making history, advancing to the second round of the CIF Southern Section playoffs, where they will host Saint Anthony's on Friday. The team’s success is driven by a mix of athletic talent and academic dedication, with quarterback Pedro Trujillo maintaining a 5.0 GPA while leading the team. The Palm Desert water polo team is also making waves, securing a spot in the Division 5 CIF Southern Section final with a dramatic win over top-seeded Garden Grove. Meanwhile, the Firebirds' military appreciation game raised over $111,000 for local military charities.