Dixie is 0-5 entering this game, while Boone boasts a record of 1-3. Boone's lone win came against Holmes H.S. (49-0). Dixie lost close games to Scott H.S. (14-21) and Conner (13-21). Boone also played Conner losing 13-34. Both teams are eyeing this contest as a winnable game for their program.

 

Dixie won this contest in 2017 by a score of 30-0.

 

Who prevails this year and how do they go about accomplishing this goal for their program?

Using the Conner score gives the edge to Dixie. I see it as a pick'em game. If Dixie loses this one, they probably don't win a game this year.

I’m going with Dixie getting their first win of the season in this one. If Dixie loses this game they may not win a game this season, but I see winnable games for them vs. Cooper & Ryle also.

Looks like a even matchup. I’ll take Boone in a close one.

I'm going with my Rebels in this one!!! They seem to be finally trending upward.

 

"Hail to the victors!"

Turnovers and special teams will go a long way in determining this one. Boone County has been very generous with the football (and drive-killing penalties) so far this season. This have turned otherwise close games into liberal scores for their opponents. You watch their games and you think, the talent level between the teams is close. Boone moves the ball and makes some plays, then they do something boneheaded that kills the drive or gives the ball away.

 

Special teams have been another sore spot. While they have had a few good returns by Wingo that puts them in good field position, they give up lots of ground on kick-offs. S. Oldham ran the ball straight up the middle of the field for 2 TDs last week. There was no surprise in what they tried to do. Somebody has to step up and make a tackle! Grau's punting has been very good and most of the time the ball is downed where it lands.

 

On a positive note, the passing game was looking better last week. Jante Wingo caught a long TD pass from Grau. Grau had a couple of others that were spot on. Boone also seems to be able to run on their opponents. Boone has a good O-line, even without Tevin Merritt. Hopefully, he gets back on the field this week or next.

 

Let's hope Boone can eliminate many of the negative plays that have plagued them against their evenly matched opponent this week, and get this season headed in a better direction. Come on seniors, step up and lead the way!