W.E.B. DuBois Academy at Lexington Christian Academy Predictions/Updates

The Lexington Christian Academy Eagles (3-2) return to action Friday night after a bye week as they open district play against the W.E.B. DuBois Academy Lions (5-1). Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at LCA.

Both teams enter the game carrying momentum.

LCA went into the bye week following a thrilling 28-27 overtime victory over Lexington Catholic, giving the Eagles wins in two of their last three games. After navigating one of the toughest schedules of any small-school team in Kentucky, LCA now turns its focus to district play.

W.E.B. DuBois enters at 5-1 and is riding a five-game winning streak. The Lions are coming off a 26-21 victory over Washington County last week and have also posted wins over Kentucky Country Day, Waggener, Marion County, and Western during their current run.

Matchups to Watch

The biggest storyline entering Friday night is contrasting paths to this point in the season.

LCA has faced a demanding schedule that included North Hardin, Pulaski County, Christian Academy-Louisville, Franklin County, and Lexington Catholic. Those experiences should have the Eagles battle-tested as district play begins. Meanwhile, W.E.B. DuBois has quietly put together one of the better starts in Class 2A, winning five straight games after a narrow one-point loss to Holy Cross in the opener.

This game should tell us a lot about the District 4 race. LCA enters as the more battle-tested team, while W.E.B. DuBois arrives with the better record and a five-game winning streak.

Who wins, and what is your score prediction?