Tuesday, January 21, 2025
On Saturday the Oceanside High School Class of 1984 gathered for their 43rd annual Turkey Bowl at the football field of Oceanside School Six on Merle Avenue. This long-standing tradition traces its roots back to the early 1980s when the group, then 9th graders at what was then Oceanside Junior High School – Merle, played their very first game on the same field.
This year, the White Team emerged victorious, defeating the Blue Team with a score of 5 touchdowns to 3. The game, once exclusively played by members of the Class of 1984, has since grown to include the sons, nephews, and siblings of the original players, along with participants from other Oceanside graduating classes. This year’s roster featured representatives from the Classes of 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1989, and 1992, creating a multi-generational celebration of camaraderie and community.
Following the game, the group carried the festivities over to ECP Oceanside on Long Beach Road, where they were joined by about 20 additional classmates and friends for a lively reunion.
The annual Turkey Bowl continues to be a cherished tradition, bringing together old friends, family, and generations of Oceanside natives to celebrate the enduring bonds forged through shared history and sportsmanship.
