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Huskies, Red Knights clash tonight

CADIZ — Tonight's contest features a pair of teams that have started in polar opposite directions to begin 2020. Harrison Central, off to a 1-0 start for the first time under third-year head coach Anthony Hayes, utilized big plays and a strong defensive effort to down Catholic Central, 41-7, in its opener. Toronto, meanwhile, is 0-1 after falling at home to rival Edison, 31-19, a year after the Red Knights made the playoffs and the Wildcats did not secure a victory. "It was very important for us to get off to that start. We did, and we're very happy," Hayes said. "We celebrate ...

Crusaders hope to improve immediately

STEUBENVILLE — Catholic Central will look to rebound from an opening week loss when an experienced and talented bunch of River Pilots invade Harding Stadium Saturday. The opening kick for the seventh all-time meeting between the schools is set for 7 p.m. Central leads the series 6-0. The ...

Sisinni ready for first game as Weir High’s head coach Friday

WEIRTON — The Weir High football team, under new head coach Frank Sisinni, has been going at it for about 14 weeks off and on, and now are going full tilt this week. The Red Riders are getting ready to face John Marshall in their 2020 season opener Friday at Jimmy Carey Stadium. The ...

Madonna excited to face Wahama

WEIRTON — Back in the early days of the 2000s, the Wahama High School football team was in the West Virginia Class A playoffs almost annually. Wahama was synonymous with outstanding football, as was Madonna. The two teams had some dandy playoff games. They haven't played each other either in the playoffs or regular season for a while, but the rivalry will be renewed this Friday. Both teams open the 2020 football season against each other. The game is the result of the tumultuous scheduling brought about by the coronavirus pandemic. The teams met in the quarterfinals of the 2013 ...

Creek looks for another win over Potters

WINTERSVILLE – After a tough loss in Week 1, Andrew Connor and Co. will look to bounce back against another familiar opponent in East Liverpool. "We told the kids no one feels sorry for you," the head coach said. "You have to pick yourself up and move on. If you keep thinking about the ...

Big Red begins another postseason push in unfamiliar territory

AURORA — Big Red and Aurora will be looking to play their best in Friday’s Division III, Region 9 quarterfinal showdown. The kick for the second meeting between the traditionally strong programs is set for 7 p.m. inside Veterans Stadium. “For us, the key is we need to play the best ...