Before the season even kicked off, the October 9 meeting between North Crowley (TX) and Waxahachie (TX) was likely circled on each team's calendar.
Now that game week has arrived and both teams are ranked in the latest USA TODAY Sports Super 25 and Southwest Super 15 rankings, the stakes for the game are even higher.
If you're not able to make it to Waxahachie on Friday night, here's everything you need to know about both teams and how you'll be able to watch the showdown from home.
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When is North Crowley vs. Waxahachie high school football game?
The Lone Star State Super 25 high school football clash kicks off on Friday, October 9, 2026.
What time does North Crowley vs. Waxahachie high school football game start?
The game is slated to begin at 7 p.m. CT.
Watch North Crowley vs. Waxahachie high school football game live
North Crowley and Waxahachie fans can watch the game live on the NFHS Network.
North Crowley football: What to know
- Offensively the Panthers are led by a dynamic running back duo. Kianta Ingram has scored six times while rushing for a team-high 535 yards while G'Yrell Smith has 484 yards to go with a team-high 10 touchdowns.
- If they need to, the Panthers can pass the ball effectively as well. Quarterback Jacob Torres has completed 67% of his passes far this season for 877 yards and nine touchdowns to just one interception.
- In a strange trend, the Panthers gave up 10 more points each week since their season-opener going from 0, 10, 20 to 30. That ended last week as they beat Crowley (TX) 35-14.
Waxahachie football: What to know
- No team has figured out a way to slow down Waxahachie's offense this season. They've scored 27 or more points in every game, 60 or more three times and have scored at least 61 in their last two wins.
- South Carolina quarterback commit Jerry Meyer III, who was named Super 25 Playmaker of the Week last week, and junior receiver Jordan Thompson-Woods have developed into one of the most potent pass-catching duos in the state. They've connected 21 times for 402 times and seven touchdowns.
- Junior running back Taylen Strange has also played a pivotal role in Waxahachie's success rushing for 556 yards and 12 touchdowns on only 71 carries.
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This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: North Crowley vs Waxahachie: How to watch Super 25 high school football clash
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