Week #10
October 23
Denver South vs Denver East
Colorado
Welcome to All City Stadium in Colorado, where 2,000+ fans will pack the stands for a matchup between the Denver South Ravens and the Denver East Angels. This season, it will be featured in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series, honoring over 100 of the nation’s greatest high school football traditions.
These programs have produced NFL talent over the years. Denver South boasts stars like Calais Campbell, and Phillip Lindsay, while Denver East has sent players such as Jason Craft to the pros – proof that this rivalry has been a showcase for elite talent. Over the last decade, both teams are 3-3 with South taking the most recent matchup 27-7. The Ravens enter this year’s game looking to make it four straight, take the decade lead.
Circle October 22nd on your calendar as these programs face off against one another again. Will South extend its streak, or will East break through?
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Grosse Pointe North vs Grosse Pointe South
Michigan
Welcome to North Athletic Stadium, where the Grosse Point North Norsemen will host the traveling Grosse Point South Blue Devil. In a historic rivalry that began in 1968, this Michigan matchup is one of over 100 featured games in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series.
Currently, The Blue Devils are in control of the series with a 31-27 record over the Norsemen. Last Year, the Blue Devils continued their streak with a thrilling dominant 44-7 victory. Both programs have enjoyed postseason success, with this game having major playoff implications.
Mark your calendar for October 23rd, as 4,000 fans will be on the edge of their seats for another exciting chapter in this historic rivalry game.
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Midland vs H.H. Dow
Michigan
Welcome to Midland Community Stadium in Midland, Michigan, where 4,000 fans will pack the stands for one of the state’s most celebrated high school football rivalries, the City Championship between the Midland Chemics and the Dow Chargers. First played in 1970, this annual clash will be featured in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series, spotlighting over 100 of the nation’s greatest high school matchups.
Midland holds a commanding lead in the all-time series, 39–17, but the Chargers had something to say about that last year as they dominated 34-7, bringing the total to 57 meetings between these cross-town rivals this year.
Circle October 23rd on your calendar as these two storied programs meet again to decide city bragging rights. Will Dow continue to close the gap, or will Midland keep its pursuit and regain the rivalry?
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Our Lady of Good Counsel vs Gonzaga
Maryland
Welcome to Kline Stadium, where the Our Lady of Good Council Falcons will host the traveling Gonzaga Eagles. In a historic rivalry that began in 2016, this Maryland matchup is one of over 100 featured games in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series.
Currently, Good Council is in control of the series with a respectable 9-3 record over Gonzaga. Last season saw the Eagles come through with not one but two close wins last season over the Falcons. Including a playoff game that only separated the teams by a field goal!
Mark your calendar for October 23rd, as 3,000 fans will be on the edge of their seats for the 13th installment of this battle in the sky.
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Centerville vs Wayne
Ohio
Welcome to Centerville Stadium, where the Centerville Elks will host the traveling Huber Heights Wayne Warriors. In one of Ohio’s premier high school football rivalries, this Greater Western Ohio Conference showdown is one of over 100 featured games in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series.
Currently, Centerville holds a narrow 34-30-1 advantage in the all-time series over Wayne. Last season saw the Warriors continue their recent success with a 47-27 victory over the Elks in another high-scoring chapter of this storied rivalry. From unforgettable regular season battles to dramatic OHSAA playoff meetings, these two powerhouse programs have consistently delivered some of the most memorable games in Ohio high school football.
Mark your calendar for October 23, as another chapter of one of Ohio’s greatest football rivalries is set to unfold in front of a packed crowd.
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DeSoto County vs Hardee
Florida
Welcome to Bulldogs Stadium, where the Desoto County Bulldogs will host the traveling Hardee Wildcats. In a historic rivalry that began in 1921, this Florida matchup is one of over 100 featured games in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series.
Currently, the Wildcats are in control of the series with a commanding 66-35-5 record over the Wildcats. Last season the Wildcats won 42-0. The longest standing rivalry in the state of Florida is one that never disappoints.
Mark your calendar for October 23rd, as 1,500 fans will be on the edge of their seats for another matchup between these two great programs
Will the Bulldogs get back on track, or will the Wildcats continue its dominance? Make sure to tune in!
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Cedar Hill vs DeSoto
Texas
Welcome to Longhorn Stadium in Cedar Hill, Texas, the site of one of the Lone Star State’s most heated rivalries—the “Battle of the Belt Line” between the Cedar Hill Longhorns and the DeSoto Eagles. Since the first meeting in 1956, these two powerhouses have built a tradition fueled by pride, passion, and playoff implications. This year’s matchup will be featured in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series, spotlighting over 100 of the nation’s most intense high school football showdowns.
In 32 total meetings, DeSoto leads the all-time series 19–13. Since 2004, the Eagles have held a slight edge at 14–9, including wins in the last six straight. In 2025, DeSoto dominated Cedar Hill with a commanding 46–9 victory, adding more fuel to this already fiery rivalry.
Circle your calendars for October 23rd, when 3,500 fans will pack Eagle Stadium for another epic clash. Can DeSoto keep its streak alive, or will Cedar Hill flip the script and reignite the rivalry?
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Hastings vs Elsik
Texas
Welcome to Crump Stadium, where the Alief Hastings Bears will host the traveling Alief Elsik Rams, this Texas matchup is one of over 100 featured games in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series.
Alief Hastings leads the all-time series 24-19. Although Elsik is currently on a two-game win streak, last year we saw the Rams win a close battle with a final score of 27-18. This legendary rivalry goes back to 1976. The Southwest Classic is always a must watch!
Mark your calendar for October 23rd, 4,000 fans will be on the edge of their seats for another matchup between these two great programs
Will the Rams keep the streak alive? Will the Bears get back on track? Make sure to tune in!
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Johnson vs Ronald Reagan
Texas
Welcome to Hero Stadium, where the Johnson Jaguars will host the traveling Ronald Reagan Rattlers. In a historic rivalry that began in 2008, this Texas matchup is one of over 100 featured games in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series.
Currently, Johnson is in control of the series with a solid 12-6 record over Reagan. Last season saw a thrilling battle between two evenly matched teams. In the end the Jaguars came up with an entertaining win overtime! Both teams are looking forward to this match up again this season.
Mark your calendar for October 23rd, as 8,000 fans will be on the edge of their seats for the 19th installment of this heated rivalry.
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La Costa Canyon vs Carlsbad
California
Welcome to Maverick Stadium in California, where 4,000 fans will fill the stands for a classic rivalry clash between the La Costa Canyon Mavericks and the Carlsbad Lancers. First played in 1996, this heated matchup will be featured in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series, which showcases more than 100 of the top high school football rivalries across the country. Locally, it’s known as the “Rotary Cup” a name that adds tradition and meaning to this annual showdown.
The Carlsbad Lancers control the all-time series 19-13, however since 2004 La Costa Canyon has won fourteen of the last 25 showdowns. Last season, the Mavericks earned a 50-22 victory to extend that lead. These two powerhouse programs have even met four times in the playoffs over the last 20 seasons, adding another layer of intensity and familiarity to their storied history.
Circle October 23rd on your calendar—it’s rivalry football at its finest, as the Mavericks and the Lancers meet once again to clash for the coveted Rotary Cup.
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Dorsey vs Crenshaw
California
Welcome to Dorsey High School, where the Susan Miller Dorsey Dons will host the traveling Crenshaw Cougars. In one of the most historic rivalries in California high school football, this South Los Angeles matchup is one of over 100 featured games in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series.
For decades, the Dorsey-Crenshaw rivalry has helped define L.A. City Section football. Separated by just a few miles along Crenshaw Boulevard, this neighborhood showdown has traditionally determined bragging rights and frequently crowned the Coliseum League champion. Last season saw another classic battle, with Crenshaw earning a hard-fought 12-8 victory over the Dons in a defensive struggle. This season sees these two rivals go head-to-head once again as Dorsey looks to avenge last year’s defeat while Crenshaw aims to defend its neighborhood supremacy.
Mark your calendar for Friday, October 23rd, as thousands of fans will be on the edge of their seats when the Dons and Cougars renew one of the premier rivalries in Los Angeles high school football at Dorsey High School.
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St. Joseph Regional vs Bergen Catholic
New Jersey
Welcome to Robert J Dinallo Stadium, where 5,500 fans will gather for one of the Garden State’s most storied and hard-fought rivalries between the St. Joseph Regional Green Knights and the Bergen Catholic Crusaders. First played in 1965, this matchup has become a fall tradition that unites communities and will be featured in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series, celebrating over 100 of the nation’s greatest high school football rivalries.
After 52 meetings, Bergen Catholic holds the advantage in the all-time series, 33–19, although St. Joseph Regional made some ground with a narrow 43-42 win. But beyond the wins and losses, this rivalry is defined by its legacy of NFL excellence—Brian Cushing (Texans), a standout linebacker and Pro Bowler, once led the Crusaders, while the McCourty twins, Devin (Patriots) and Jason (Titans), went on from St. Joseph Regional to become NFL champions and household names.
Circle October 24th on your calendar as these two powerhouse programs clash once again. Will St. Josephs extend their win streak to two? or can Bergen Catholic reclaim bragging rights?
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Massillon vs McKinley
Ohio
Welcome to Paul Brown Tiger Stadium, where the Massillon Tigers will host the traveling Mckinley Bulldogs. In a historic rivalry that began in 1894, this Ohio matchup is one of over 100 featured games in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series.
Currently, Massillon is in control of the series with a commanding 78-53-5 record over Mckinley. Last season saw a tight matchup with two heavy weights going head-to-head. In the end the Tigers were able to come out on top with a 21-14 victory over the Bulldogs.
Mark your calendar for October 24th, as 17,000 fans will be on the edge of their seats for the 136th installment of “The Game”.
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