The report describes Jayden De La Cruz and Diego Apolinar as the creative forces behind Holiday, who has emerged as the side’s primary goalscorer. Their understanding has helped shape El Camino Real’s attacking approach, with the two playmakers supplying Holiday in advanced positions.
That familiarity could become an important asset at college level. If the reported move goes ahead, Cal State Northridge would be adding three players who already understand each other’s movement, timing and preferred spaces.
Before that reunion, the trio have a major campaign to complete with El Camino Real. The Royals are reportedly pursuing a third consecutive City Section championship, but their route begins with a demanding West Valley League opener.
Birmingham Patriots are expected to be among their strongest challengers, and the rivals are scheduled to meet on January 6, with Birmingham travelling to El Camino Real. The fixture should offer an early indication of whether the Royals can maintain their recent standards against one of the league’s leading threats.
For De La Cruz, Apolinar and Holiday, it is also a chance to demonstrate that their attacking connection can withstand the pressure of a title defence.
The potential Cal State Northridge reunion gives the Royals’ campaign an added layer. Every performance this season could serve as another glimpse of a partnership that may continue into the next stage of their careers.
The January meeting with Birmingham is the immediate storyline to watch. Beyond it lies the larger question: can the trio lead El Camino Real to another championship before taking their established connection to college football?