The 2025 Utah high school football landscape is undergoing a significant realignment, setting the stage for an electrifying season, particularly within the newly configured Region 10. All eyes are on East High, which has quickly emerged as the undeniable front runner, poised to claim the top spot in this competitive new division. The shift promises a fresh dynamic, with several programs eager to make their mark.
The departure of last season’s Region 10 titleholder, Stansbury, to Region 11 has created a vacuum, opening the door for a new champion to be crowned. This realignment injects a palpable sense of anticipation and opportunity across the region, as teams prepare to vie for supremacy in an altered athletic hierarchy. The stage is set for an exciting battle where every game could redefine the standings.
East High, known for its storied program, faced a middling 2024 season, concluding with a 6-6 overall record and a 3-3 in-region performance in the former Region 6. A significant leadership change sees longtime head coach Brandon Matich, a two-time state champion, stepping down after 15 years. Taking the helm is East and BYU football alumnus Joe Tukuafu, who will guide the Leopards into their new venture in the 4A classification, bringing renewed hope and strategic vision.
Voted to secure the second position in the upcoming Region 10 season, Skyline is determined to rebound from a challenging 1-10 campaign. The Skyline Eagles program enters 2025 with invigorated energy and a sharper focus, built upon foundations of resilience and excellence. Head coach Mailei expressed excitement for the upcoming campaign, highlighting the team’s intense offseason preparation and their readiness to compete in the new division, facing top high school football teams.
Murray, projected to finish third in the coaches’ poll, demonstrated solid performance last year, securing a 4-2 record within their previous Region 10 alignment. Under the leadership of their head coach, a graduate of Millard High School and UVU, the Spartans are entering his second season, aiming to build upon their 6-6 overall record from the previous year and assert their presence within the reshaped region.
Highland also makes the transition from 5A’s Region 6 into the challenging new Region 10, with projections placing them fourth. The program has faced a difficult period since 2020, accumulating a combined 12-37 record. Despite past struggles, Coach Olevao conveys the team’s excitement and enthusiasm for the 2025 football season, emphasizing that the new regional realignment offers equal opportunities for all teams to be highly competitive each week, bolstering Utah high school sports.
Juan Diego is making a significant jump in classification, moving from 3A North to join Region 10, and they finished fifth in the preseason coaches’ poll. Coach Larson expressed immense enthusiasm for their challenging new schedule, noting that every week will feature talented opponents. The team is embracing the move to the new region and the 4A classification, anticipating the challenges but confident in their readiness to compete.
Rounding out the Region 10 coaches’ rankings in the last position is Cottonwood, a team that endured a winless season in 2024. Head coach Tui Satuala is embarking on his second season, diligently working to instill stability and cultivate a winning culture within the program. His efforts are focused on turning the tide for the Cottonwood Colts and building a more competitive future in Region 10 football.
