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Mitchell vs. West Central: A Homecoming Clash
25 Sep
Summary
- Mitchell High School football team aims for a 4-1 record.
- This is the first meeting between Mitchell and West Central in the playoff era.
- West Central is ranked No. 3 in Class 11A polls.
The Mitchell High School football team is set to host West Central for their Homecoming game, with both teams holding identical 3-1 records. This contest is historically significant as it marks the first time Mitchell and West Central will face each other since the playoff era began in 1981.
Mitchell, striving for their best start since 2020, aims to reach a 4-1 standing. Last week, they secured a decisive 31-7 victory over Aberdeen Central, their first ESD road win since October 2021. Key offensive players for Mitchell include senior lineman Bryer Stach and running back Samari Wright, who also contributed two defensive takeaways last week.
West Central, ranked third in Class 11A, is in its second season under coach Matt Thorson. The Trojans' sole loss this season was a 28-0 defeat against the top-ranked Sioux Falls Christian. West Central boasts a storied program with 12 state championships in Class 11A.
