Fans are encouraged by an Irvine cheerleader for the game between Irvine and Northwood Friday night. (Photo courtesy Mark Bausman, For OC Sports Zone).
Big crowds turned out for homecoming football games in Irvine, Valencia and Santa Ana Friday night, including the first ever varsity football game played in the new Saddleback High School stadium.
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