West Linn Lions Football 45-20 Central Catholic

West Linn's Lions opened their 2026 football season in commanding fashion Friday night, handing Central Catholic a 45-20 defeat at home in West Linn, Oregon. The Three Rivers League (6A) program wasted no time making a statement, posting a 25-point margin of victory in this non-league matchup against one of the Portland Metro's most recognizable programs. Central Catholic entered as a worthy measuring stick, making the Lions' performance all the more impressive. West Linn controlled the contest throughout, building enough of a lead to make the final score reflect a dominant evening from start to finish. The offense generated points in bunches, finishing with 45 on the board, while the defense kept the Rams from ever truly threatening a comeback. The Lions now sit at 1-0 heading into next week, with early confidence that this squad has the firepower to compete deep into the fall. West Linn will look to carry that momentum forward as league play approaches.