Welcome to Brandon Valley Stadium in Brandon, South Dakota, where 3,000 fans will gather for one of the state’s newest but fiercely contested rivalries between the Harrisburg Tigers and the Brandon Valley Lynx. First played in 2014, this matchup quickly became a highlight on the South Dakota high school football calendar and will be featured in the 23rd season of the Great American Rivalry Series, showcasing over 100 of the nation’s greatest high school football rivalries.  

Since 2014, Brandon Valley has built a 10–4 series lead, including last year’s 24-0 shutout victory. The Lynx dominated early in this rivalry, winning the first eight consecutive matchups, before losing 4 consecutive years to the Tigers. Brandon Valley has restarted their winning streak against Harrisburg, winning this rivalry over the last two seasons. The Lynx had an impressive 2025 Season, posting an 11-1 season record, and took home the class 11AAA state championship. The Lynx will look to take last year’s momentum into this year’s rivalry game and add a third game to their winning streak against the visiting Harrisburg Tigers.  

Circle October 2nd on your calendar as these two programs collide again under the Friday night lights. Will Harrisburg flip the script on the Lynx home turf, or will Brandon Valley keep momentum on their side in the National Guard Eagle Trophy Game? 

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