🏈 Southern WV High School Football Game-Day Playoff Quarterfinals Preview!

This weekend marks the quarterfinal round of the WVSSAC High School Football Playoffs, featuring several compelling matchups. Here's a look at the games involving Chapmanville, Princeton, Mingo Central, Bluefield, Independence, and Midland Trail:

🥊 Class AAA Quarterfinals

(9) Chapmanville Regional Tigers (11-0) at (1) Bridgeport Indians (11-0)

🗓️ Saturday, November 22 ⏰ 7:00 p.m.

🏟️ Wayne Jamison Field, Bridgeport

Matchup Focus: This is a clash of unbeatens in Class AAA. The Chapmanville Tigers pulled off a tight win over Greenbrier East in the first round (46-37). They now face the ultimate test against the top-seeded, dominant Bridgeport Indians, who rolled over PikeView 56-6. Bridgeport's defense is stout, and Chapmanville's offense will need to be firing on all cylinders to have a chance in this first-ever meeting between the two programs.

(7) Herbert Hoover Huskies (9-2) at (2) Princeton Tigers (11-0)

📆 Saturday, November 22 ⏰ 4:00 p.m.

🏟️ Honeycutt Stadium, Princeton

Matchup Focus: The Princeton Tigers were incredibly impressive in their 56-6 first-round dismantling of Hampshire. They'll host the Herbert Hoover Huskies, who also had a big first-round win over Winfield (56-18). Princeton's perfect record is on the line against a surging Hoover team looking to pull off an upset on the road. Princeton’s offense has been explosive all year and will be looking to control the tempo against the Huskies.

🥊 Class AA Quarterfinals

(8) Mingo Central Miners (9-2) at (1) Frankfort Falcons (11-0)

📆 Saturday, November 22 ⏰ 1:00 p.m.

🏟️ Frankfort High School

Matchup Focus: The Mingo Central Miners fought hard to secure a first-round victory over James Monroe (24-14). Their reward is a trip to face the top seed in Class AA, the undefeated Frankfort Falcons, who dispatched Williamstown 49-7. Mingo Central faces a monumental task against a Frankfort team that is likely the favorite to win the whole thing. The Miners will need to create turnovers and limit Frankfort's possessions to stay competitive.

(5) Doddridge County Bulldogs (11-0) at (4) Independence Patriots (10-1)

🗓️ Friday, November 21 ⏰ 7:00 p.m.

🏟️ George Covey Field, Coal City

Matchup Focus: This is a premier Class AA contest featuring two dominant teams. The Independence Patriots are a heavy-hitter, coming off a 42-17 win over Lincoln. They host the undefeated Doddridge County Bulldogs, who put up 52 points against Logan in the first round. Both teams rely on strong rushing attacks and disciplined defense. The winner of this game will solidify their status as a major contender for the Class AA championship.

(7) Midland Trail Patriots (10-1) at (2) Bluefield Beavers (9-2)

🗓️ Friday, November 21 ⏰ 7:00 p.m.

🏟️ Mitchell Stadium, Bluefield

Matchup Focus: The Midland Trail Patriots defeated Petersburg 27-12 to advance to the quarterfinals. They face a perennial playoff powerhouse in the Bluefield Beavers, who crushed Oak Glen 54-7 last week. Bluefield's playoff pedigree is unmatched, and they will be a tough out at home in Mitchell Stadium. Midland Trail's ability to control the clock and limit the Beavers' big plays will be key to pulling off an upset.

This weekend's slate promises intense, high-stakes football as these teams battle for a spot in the WVSSAC State Semifinals!