Phoenix Pirates Football 43-8 South Eugene [JV]

Phoenix football wasted no time making a statement to open the 2026 season, rolling to a 43-8 non-league victory Friday night at South Eugene to move to 1-0. The Phoenix, Oregon program competes in the Skyline Conference (4A), and this early road test against South Eugene's junior varsity squad gave the team a chance to shake off the offseason rust before conference play begins. The 35-point margin of victory suggests Phoenix came out sharp, controlling the game on both sides of the ball and making life difficult for the young South Eugene unit throughout. Without a detailed box score available, specific standout performances remain unclear, but the lopsided result points to a balanced effort that should give the coaching staff plenty of confidence heading into the weeks ahead. Phoenix will look to carry this momentum forward as the schedule stiffens and Skyline Conference matchups approach on the horizon.