The Pioneers’ efforts to redeem their poor 2009 standings starts tonight.

Simi Valley High’s football home opener for the 2010 season starts at 7 p.m. at home against Golden Valley.

The Pioneers posted a 1-9 overall record last year. Their singular win was against  Calabasas at 28-14.

Golden Valley's overall record for 2009 was 0-10.

Simi Valley’s nine game Marmonte League schedule begins Sept. 16 at Agoura. The much anticipated rivalry, Royal - Simi game, which typically is held at the end of the year, falls during midseason, on Oct. 15, at Simi Valley's newly renovated home field.