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Mitchell Heads West for Showdown with Spearfish
4 Sep
Summary
- Mitchell High School football team plays Spearfish Friday night.
- The game was postponed by one hour due to extreme heat.
- Mitchell leads the series against Spearfish with a 12-4 record.
The Mitchell High School football team is set to play Spearfish on Friday night in Spearfish. The game, originally scheduled for an earlier time, has been moved back by one hour due to concerns over the day's expected heat index. Mitchell, coming off a season-opening victory against Brookings, holds a 1-0 record.
Spearfish, with a 0-1 record, is hosting the game at Lyle Hare Stadium. Historically, Mitchell leads the series against Spearfish with a 12-4 record since 1981. However, Spearfish has won three of the last four matchups, including a victory in their most recent meeting on September 12, 2025. Mitchell is aiming for their first road win against Spearfish since 2019.
Both teams faced challenges in their season openers. Mitchell secured a 28-13 win, highlighted by strong rushing performances and defensive plays. Spearfish, despite a comeback attempt, lost 26-20 in their first game. Spearfish's team features key returning players like senior quarterback Thomas Hughes, an all-state selection from the previous season.
