Moorpark High School football is currently undergoing a significant resurgence under the leadership of head coach Christian Dearborn.
His father, Rob Dearborn, who serves as the school athletic director, noted that his son has a lifelong passion for the sport, “Green and gold runs through his blood; he is motivated to get this program back to its glory days.”
In his first year at the helm, the younger Dearborn guided the Musketeers to a 10-2 record, marking the program’s first ten-win season since 2017.
The team recently achieved a 38-21 playoff victory over Trabuco Hills, which represents the second consecutive season the Musketeers have secured a postseason win.
This achievement is particularly notable as the school had not reached that milestone since the current head coach played for the team sixteen years ago.
The recent victory featured standout performances from junior Brody Tweedy, who rushed for 216 yards and three touchdowns, and safety Blake Davidson, who recorded two interceptions.
During the contest, senior receiver Davis Benson caught a screen pass for a 60-yard score to help secure the win.
Benson expressed his appreciation for the coaching staff by stating, “Coach Dearborn is the testament of what Moorpark Football is all about.”
The coaching staff itself is deeply rooted in personal connections, with the head coach employing six alumni, his brother, and his childhood best friend.
Christian Dearborn emphasized the importance of this environment, noting, “All of Moorpark football is family.”
The community has rallied behind the program despite initial concerns regarding the hiring process of a coach by his own father.
Rob Dearborn confirmed the local support by stating, “Thankfully, I don’t get any calls now- this community has rallied around him.”
The team is now preparing for a challenging road trip to face Aquinas in San Bernardino as they continue their pursuit of a CIF Division 5 championship title.