Friday night lights return with several big matchups across West-Central Missouri as teams approach the midway point of the season. Here’s a look at this week’s slate of games.
Oak Grove (0-4) at Clinton (3-1)
Clinton has been one of the turnaround stories of the season, sitting at 3-1 and looking to notch another win at home. Oak Grove is still searching for its first victory, making this a key test for both programs — the Cardinals hoping to solidify their winning record, and the Panthers hoping to get into the win column.
Adrian (1-3) at Butler (3-1)
The Butler Bears are off to a strong start and will try to keep their momentum rolling against Adrian. The Blackhawks, coming off a tough stretch, are looking to even their record and pull off an upset over a rival program that has found early success.
Harrisonville (4-0) at Cassville (1-3)
Harrisonville remains unbeaten and will travel south to face Cassville. The Wildcats of Cassville are looking to spoil Harrisonville’s perfect start, but the visiting Wildcats have been dominant on both sides of the ball through the first month.
New Heights (1-3) at Appleton City (3-1)
Appleton City has impressed through four weeks with a 3-1 mark. They’ll welcome New Heights, who are looking for consistency after a slow start. The Bulldogs will try to use their home crowd to keep their winning ways alive.
Osceola (2-2) at Lockwood (4-0)
One of the premier games of the week features undefeated Lockwood hosting a scrappy Osceola squad. The Indians have shown flashes this season, but the Tigers of Lockwood are rolling and determined to keep their record perfect.
Crest Ridge (2-2) at Midway (2-2)
This is a toss-up game as both teams sit at .500. With district positioning beginning to matter more, both Crest Ridge and Midway will view this matchup as an important stepping stone toward a winning season.
Sherwood (0-4) at Pleasant Hope (1-3)
Sherwood is still looking for its first win, while Pleasant Hope comes in at 1-3. Both programs are hungry to build momentum, making this one a chance for either team to get back on track.
Lexington (0-4) at Holden (3-1)
The Holden Eagles have soared to a 3-1 record and now take on winless Lexington. It’s a chance for Holden to build confidence and stay near the top of their conference.
Windsor (4-0) at Stockton (2-2)
The Windsor Greyhounds continue to be one of the area’s top teams at 4-0. They’ll travel to face Stockton, who has shown competitiveness with a balanced record. The Tigers will look to defend their home turf, but Windsor is aiming to stay unbeaten and prove once again why they’re among the elite in the region.
