This is a big week for rivalry football games among Rock Hill region high schools

Rivalry is the theme heading into this week’s scheduled high school football bames. All but one of the 15 area teams will see action.

Here’s an early look:

Lower Richland (1-2) at Rock Hill (0-3)

Rock Hill was much improved in its game last week, but came up short. They need a win to get some confidence and turn their season around. Lower Richland is reeling after being blown out by Ridgeview. The home field advantage might be the difference in this one.

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Northwestern (3-0) at Nation Ford (0-3)

Northwestern continues to be impressive and looks to make it four in a row to open the season. Their offense has been in high gear every week, and their defense is performing very well. Nation Ford needs a win to get their season turned around.

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Fort Mill (0-2) at Indian Land (3-0)

A big rivalry game between two schools that are less than 15 miles apart. Bragging rights are at stake. Indian Land has been dominant in its first three games, while Fort Mill, which has shown improvement, has struggled.

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South Pointe (3-0) at Chester (2-1)

A big rivalry game between two schools that are less than 15 miles apart. South Pointe has been effective on offense and defense. Both were tested last week and turned in solid efforts. Chester is very capable on both sides of the ball. Consistency will be the key for them on Friday night.

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West Cabarrus (0-2) at Catawba Ridge (3-0)

Catawba Ridge has played well in all three of its games and shown improvement with each week. They need to continue their excellent play and not overlook this week’s opponent, which comes into their game with two one-sided losses.

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Fairfield Central (2-1) at Lancaster (2-1)

This is another rivalry contest between two schools less than 25 miles apart. The key for Lancaster will be to make the most of their offensive possessions to keep Fairfield Central’s offense off the field, and make some defensive corrections.

Andrew Jackson (0-2) at Lamar (2-1)

Andrew Jackson needs to win to get some confidence as they get closer to region play. Their offense has put plenty of points on the board, but their defense has struggled. They need to be ready on both sides of the ball for a Lamar team, which is always tough at home.

Lewisville (3-0) at Blacksburg (0-3)

Lewisville has been clicking on all cylinders this season, and they have shown improvement with each game They need to continue that improvement and play with a bit more consistency if they are to get to 4-0. They cannot take this week’s opponent lightly.

Columbia (0-3) at Great Falls (1-2)

Great Falls picked up a win by forfeit last week. They are at home to take on a Columbia team that has had three close losses, including last week to Edisto. A win for Great Falls would get them back to .500 and give them a big lift. Playing at home will help.

Legion Collegiate (1-2) at Christ School (1-1)

Legion Collegiate dropped a close game to Lamar last week. They have shown improvement, and they will need to be ready on both sides of the ball as they take on a traditional powerhouse in 1A.

This story was originally published September 8, 2022 at 1:35 PM.