High Intensity and GSF Money Team Unite as Co-Champions at Super Team XIII / Champion of CHAMPION$
The 2026 GSF offseason officially came to an unforgettable close on April 26th at Fremont High School in Sunnyvale, California, as some of the Bay Area’s top football athletes gathered for the final stop of the GSF 7v7 and 5v5 Tournament Series: Super Team XIII and the Champion of CHAMPION$ showdown.
From nationally ranked recruits to state champions, the event featured elite competition across every division. In the end, however, the biggest storyline was not just about winning—it was about unity.
Elite Talent Takes the Field
Several of the top athletes in Northern California competed throughout the day, including 3-star national recruits Jaiden Flores of The King’s Academy and Jayden Lewis of St. Francis High School, both of whom hold multiple Division I offers.
Programs from across the Bay Area came together to close out the season, showcasing talent from San Jose, Concord, Danville, San Francisco, the Peninsula, and beyond.
Jaiden Flores summed up the atmosphere after the final:
“You know the High Intensity team and the GSF Money Team came together all representing San Jose, California. Both teams decided to split the money. Everybody goes home happy.”
“Honestly, right now we have the most talented players in San Jose. Valley Christian, Saint Francis, Wilcox, King’s Academy, Moreau Catholic—everybody came out and represented.”
High Intensity Captures Super Team XIII Championship
Coach Alic Ho and High Intensity once again proved why they are considered one of the elite offseason teams in Northern California.
High Intensity defeated Coach Randall’s Y.O.W. squad in the Super Team XIII championship game to secure the tournament title and the $400 cash prize. Y.O.W., built with elite athletes from the Concord and Danville areas, battled through a difficult bracket to reach the final.
One of Y.O.W.’s biggest wins came in the semifinals, where they narrowly defeated one of the fastest-rising teams in the GSF circuit, the UNDERDAWGZ from Alhambra High School, 17–16.
Meanwhile, High Intensity survived one of the most dramatic finishes of the entire tournament.
GSF Money Team appeared ready to advance to the championship before Lincoln High School 2027 safety Michael Whitelaw came through with a clutch interception late in the game, setting up the game-winning drive that gave High Intensity a 16–14 victory.
Champion of CHAMPION$ Ends in Unity
After GSF Money Team defeated the UNDERDAWGZ in the third-place game, the squad earned a rematch against High Intensity in the Champion of CHAMPION$ $600 showdown.
GSF Money Team, wearing black jerseys with money-green print and orange/blue-teal awareness ribbons representing Anti-Bullying and Suicide Prevention awareness, entered the game ready for battle.
But after discussions between captains and coaches from both teams, the two sides made a decision that perfectly represented the spirit of the GSF movement.
Rather than continue battling over the final prize, both teams agreed to split the winnings and finish the season together as co-champions.
It was a powerful ending to the 2026 season and a reminder that the mission behind GSF extends beyond football.
Bay Area Stars Shine Bright
Branham High School quarterback Andrew “Roo” Ho spoke about the atmosphere of having so much local talent together in one place.
“It’s just incredible talent everywhere. Everyone coming together in San Jose to play the sport we all grew up loving—it’s special.”
Branham standout Jeremia Corey, nicknamed “Mr. Reliable,” discussed the chemistry that powered the offense:
“We have some special routes and connections that only us run. They couldn’t stop it.”
St. Francis standout Jayden Lewis also talked about his recovery from injury and his excitement for the upcoming season:
“The recovery process was big, but I feel good now. I’m looking forward to the season for sure.”
Quarterback Kai Imahara, who will play for Archbishop Mitty this fall after previously competing at Wilcox High School, reflected on the talent level:
“The team we put together had a lot of talent. Everybody knows each other. It was just a fun day.”
The King’s Academy standout Aslam Ahmed also spoke about embracing tougher competition after transferring from Fremont High School:
“Going into a school with great competition changed my view and made me work harder for sure.”
Game-Time Captures Another BIG DAWG Championship
The 5v5 competition once again delivered some of the most physical and entertaining football of the day.
VEE Sports, one of the premier offseason OL/DL development programs in the Bay Area, jumped out to an early lead and held a 10–5 advantage at halftime against the defending champions from Game-Time.
VEE Sports entered the tournament with championship pedigree, having won last season’s finale along with the first BIG DAWG tournament of the 2026 season. Known throughout Northern California for developing trench athletes and building highly disciplined linemen, VEE Sports once again showcased why they are considered one of the elite offseason programs in the region.
But Game-Time, built primarily around athletes from Balboa High School and already recognized as three-time state champions, rallied in the second half behind a dominant defensive effort to complete the comeback and secure their second consecutive 5v5 championship of the season.
The championship matchup highlighted the intensity and growth of the BIG DAWG competition, which continues to showcase some of the top linemen and most physical athletes in the Bay Area offseason circuit.
Unity Beyond Competition
One of the most memorable moments of the day came during a youth exhibition game between the 15u Super Team XIII champions Y.O.W. 14u and the 12u Super Team XIII champions from 7v7 Elite.
The game ended in a tie, and both teams gathered together afterward for a group photo—another symbol of the unity and sportsmanship promoted throughout the GSF Tournament Series.
Alf Joaquin Reflects on Historic Season
GSF founder Alf Joaquin reflected on what became the largest championship season in GSF history.
“First and foremost, thank you to all the coaches, parents and athletes who competed in this year’s GSF 7v7 Tournament Series. We crowned 25 champions this season, the most ever in the last nine years.”
Across 25 tournaments involving 12u, 15u, Girls Flag, High School 5v5 and High School 7v7 divisions, GSF continued to expand its impact throughout Northern California.
Joaquin also made sure to recognize the officials and staff who helped run the events throughout the season.
“Most of our refs have been doing this for the last two years. We have a couple of new guys, but most are very experienced. I fully trust them. Most of them are GSF All-Star alumni.”
He also thanked David Corey, owner of Nachos and Tacos Yourway, the first-year sponsor and official caterer of GSF Events.
“They’ve been amazing. The food they serve is always fresh, and it’s the best Mexican food truck in the Bay Area.”
Finally, Joaquin praised longtime GSF athletic trainer Jess Lew of MacDonald High School:
“Gotta give a shoutout to Jess. She’s the best, our MVP. We love her.”
Final Takeaway
The 2026 GSF season ended the same way it began—with competition, passion, and community.
But in the final moments at Fremont High School, it became something bigger than football.
Two rival teams stood together, split the prize money, and ended the season united as champions.
That moment represented exactly what GSF has worked to build over the last nine years.