Week #9
October 16
St. Paul Central vs Highland Park
Minnesota
Welcome to James Griffin Stadium in St. Paul, Minnesota, where 2,000 fans will gather for one of the city's most tradition-rich matchups—The Musket Game between the Highland Park Scots and the St. Paul Central Minutemen. First played in 1964, this annual rivalry has become a celebrated part of local football culture. This year's meeting will be featured in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series, honoring over 100 of the nation's greatest high school football rivalries.
Since 2004, St. Paul Central leads the series 12–10 in 22 total meetings, but Highland Park came out on top 2 years ago with a narrow 17–14 victory, adding fresh fuel to the rivalry. Last year, the Scots took aim at the minutemen once again and held on to the musket with a decisive 48-7 victory. Beyond the scoreboard, the game carries a legacy of local pride, with NFL star Adam Thielen once taking the field in this energetic rivalry.
Mark your calendars for October 14th as the next chapter of The Musket Game is written. Will the Minutemen take their shot to take back the musket, or will the Scots make it three in a row in the series under the lights at James Griffin Stadium?
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Hampton vs Phoebus
Virginia
Welcome to Darling Stadium, where the Hampton Crabbers will host the traveling Phoebus Phantoms. In a historic rivalry that began in 1976, this Virginia matchup is one of over 100 featured games in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series.
Currently, Hampton is in control of the series with a solid 32-20 record over Phoebus. Last season saw the Crabbers take care of business in a dominating 43-7 win against the Phantoms. Phoebus looks to get their revenge this season as this matchup is sure to light up the scoreboard.
Mark your calendar for October 15th, as 3000 fans will be on the edge of their seats for the 52nd installment of this heated rivalry.
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Gettysburg vs Shippensburg
Pennsylvania
Welcome to Warrior Stadium, where the Gettysburg Warriors will host the Shippensburg Greyhounds. In a historic rivalry that began back in the 1970's, this Pennsylvania matchup is one of over 100 featured games in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series.
Over the past four seasons, both teams have split the last four meetings, but as of late, the Greyhounds of Shippensburg have dominated the Warriors. In 2024, Shippensburg won 35-7 and followed that up in 2025 with another double-digit victory. In last season's meeting, Shippensburg exploded for 33 points before halftime which helped them cruise to a 47-12 win. Aside from this being their 2nd straight in the series, it also became their 500th overall win in program history.
Mark your calendar for Friday October 16th, as 2,500 fans will be on the edge of their seats to witness another chapter in the Gettysburg vs Shippensburg Rivalry.
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Round Rock vs Round Rock Westwood
Texas
Welcome to Dr. R.L. Peters Jr. Field at Dragon Stadium — home of the Round Rock Dragons — where 6,000 fans will pack the stands to watch Round Rock High School host the Westwood Warriors in the 47th meeting of the "Battle for the Bell." This game is one of over 100 featured matchups in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series.
This historic rivalry dates back to 1981, when Round Rock High School split into two schools, igniting a fierce Texas football showdown. The bell played for was originally a railroad bell housed in the original Round Rock High School and has since become the coveted trophy in this annual clash.
Round Rock leads the all-time series 26–21, having won the last eight meetings — including last year's 42-7 victory at home.
Fans are encouraged to mark their calendars for October 16 at 7:00 PM, as another chapter in this intense rivalry is written. Round Rock looks to make it nine straight wins, while Westwood hopes to get back on track and earn its 22nd victory in the series.
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Odessa Permain vs Odessa
Texas
Welcome to Ratliff Stadium in Odessa, Texas, where 18,000 fans will pack the stands for one of the most iconic high school football rivalries in the nation—the clash between the Odessa Bronchos and the Permian Panthers. First played in 1959, this legendary West Texas showdown will be featured in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series, celebrating over 100 of the greatest matchups in high school football.
Permian has long dominated the rivalry, leading the all-time series 47–10 and winning 10 of the last 11 meetings, including a 49-7 victory last season. But this game is about more than wins and losses—it's about legacy. Both programs have a deep tradition of producing elite talent, with numerous NFL players having worn the black and white of Permian or the red and white of Odessa. This rivalry helped define Texas football—and it still delivers on every level.
Mark your calendars for October 16th, as another chapter is written in Odessa. Will the Bronchos rise, or will the Panthers continue their success?
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Red Mountain vs Mountain View
Arizona
Welcome to Jim Jones Field, where the Red Mountain Mountain Lions will host the Mountain View Toros. The "Battle of Brown Road" rivalry game started after Red Mountain opened in 1988 on the same road as Mountain View high school in Mesa, Arizona. This year's "Battle for Brown Road" will be one of over 100 featured games in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series.
The Mountain View Toros hold the lead in the all-time series record of 22-13. The last two years of this matchup have not disappointed. Two years ago, Mountain View recorded the home victory in a 43-38 thriller. Last year, the Red Mountain Lions took back the Brown Road street sign Trophy from the Toros, with a 23-22 road victory.
Circle October 16th on your calendars, as 3,000 fans will be eager to see this year's "Battle for Brown Road" matchup under the lights of Jim Jones Field.
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