Football Frenzy: Week Six Matchups in Central MN

It's game week six, and the football action in central Minnesota is heating up! Let's dive into some key matchups happening this Friday. First up, Sauk Rapids-Rice Storm takes on Cambridge-Isanti Bluejackets on the road. The Storm has a record of 3 wins and 2 losses, with their last game resulting in a tough loss against Elk River (58-19). The Bluejackets are still searching for their first win of the season after losing to St. Francis last week (32-13). Tune in on AM 1390 or FM 93. 9 Granite City Sports for live coverage starting at 6:30 p. m. , with Dave Thomas and Lee Voss calling the game. Next, Sartell Sabres are traveling to face undefeated Moorhead Spuds. The Sabres are struggling this season with no wins and five losses, their last match being a home loss against Bemidji (35-7). The Spuds, on the other hand, are ranked second in Class 5A after a solid win over Tech (55-8). Tech Tigers will go head to head with Brainerd Warriors. Both teams have 2 wins and 3 losses under their belt. Tech lost to Moorhead last week, while Brainerd faced a defeat against Alexandria (55-17). Apollo Eagles meet Annandale Cardinals in another exciting matchup. The Eagles have been on a losing streak with their recent home game ending in a loss against Columbia Heights (35-6). Meanwhile, the Cardinals are on a winning roll, securing their third straight win by beating Glencoe-Silver Lake (42-8). Royalton Royals are set to face Cathedral Crusaders at St. John's University. The Royals have lost two consecutive games, including last week’s home defeat against Eden Valley-Watkins (48-15). The Crusaders, however, are on a high after securing their third win of the season with a close victory over Paynesville (35-30). The rivalry between Becker Bulldogs and Rocori Spartans continues in Cold Spring. Both teams are performing well this season. The Spartans have won four straight games, the latest being against Willmar (29-7), while the Bulldogs remain undefeated after a commanding win over Hutchinson (49-6). Other notable matchups include Rockford at Albany, Foley at Big Lake, Maple Lake at Eden Valley-Watkins, Kimball at Holdingford, and Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted at Melrose. Glencoe-Silver Lake is also traveling to face New London-Spicer.