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Mitchell Faces Pierre: A Playoff Showdown 3 Years in the Making
29 Oct
Summary
- Mitchell faces top-ranked, undefeated Pierre in Class 11AA quarterfinals.
- This marks the 54th playoff meeting between the two schools since 1981.
- Pierre has dominated recent matchups, winning nine in a row against Mitchell.
Mitchell High School's football team is set to face the undefeated and top-ranked Pierre Governors in the Class 11AA quarterfinals on Thursday. This marks Mitchell's return to the postseason after a five-year absence. The Kernels, seeded eighth, travel to Hollister Field to play the first-place Governors.
This game represents the 54th playoff meeting between Mitchell and Pierre since 1981. Historically, Pierre leads the series 32-21 and has secured the last nine victories over Mitchell. The Governors are aiming to extend their dominance, having not lost to the Kernels since Mitchell's 2016 state championship season.
Pierre enters the game as the unanimous No. 1-ranked team in Class 11AA, boasting a 9-0 record. Mitchell, with a 4-5 record, is looking to upset the heavily favored Governors. In their last outing, Mitchell lost 35-28 to Huron, while Pierre crushed Douglas 85-7.
The winner will advance to face the victor of the No. 5 Sturgis at No. 4 Tea Area game in the semifinal round on Friday, November 6. Pierre will host the semifinal if they win, while Mitchell would be on the road again.
