The 2026 Great American Rivalry Series featured a thrilling rivalry matchup as Wauwatosa East took on Wauwatosa West in this inner-city rivalry. The Trojans took control early, jumping out to a 7-0 lead with a 41-yard tip-drill touchdown caught by #4 Kaden Miller. The Trojans extended their lead with a powerful run by #5 Lamar Johnson finding the endzone at the beginning of the third quarter. Wauwatosa East then responded with 21 unanswered points on the back of 2nd string QB, Sebatian Madden, to take a 21-14 lead late in the fourth quarter. With less than a minute remaining, Wauwatosa West mounted a dramatic comeback, driving from their own endzone, before Hawkin Ullsperger found the endzone on a 13-yard touchdown run to cut the deficit to 21-20. The Trojans elected to go for two, and Kaden Miller converted to give West a 22-21 lead with 39 seconds remaining. Wauwatosa East had one final opportunity, but the Trojans’ defense held strong to secure the victory. In a game that featured big plays, momentum swings, and a dramatic fourth-quarter finish, Wauwatosa West came away with a thrilling 22-21 victory over Wauwatosa East. With Ullsperger’s heroics throughout the game, he was rightfully named MVP of this matchup. The win moved the Trojans to 1-4, while the Red Raiders fell to 3-2.