Goleta, CA — JJ Bittner threw for a score and ran for score as the Spartans clinched the Channel League’s fourth and final automatic playoff berth with a road win.

Oxnard, CA — Buena 13, Rio Mesa 34

Camarillo, CA — To JJ Bittner, there is nothing more special than playing longtime rival Camarillo on the road.

Saugus, CA — JJ Bittner accounted for five touchdowns Thursday night as the Rio Mesa High football team opened its season with win for the first time in four years.