Playoff football returns to Jelsma Stadium Friday night as Guthrie hosts Lawton MacArthur in the opening round of the Class 5A postseason. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m.
The Bluejays enter at 7-3 after closing the regular season with five consecutive victories. Guthrie finished second in District 5A-1 with a 5-1 district record, earning the opportunity to begin its playoff run at The Rock.
Guthrie extended its winning streak last week with a 27-14 victory over Duncan. The Bluejays’ late-season run also included wins over Midwest City, Lawton, Noble and Durant.
MacArthur arrives with momentum of its own. The Highlanders finished the regular season 5-5 and placed third in District 5A-2 at 4-2. They have won four straight games heading into Friday’s matchup.
During that stretch, MacArthur defeated Southeast 56-6, El Reno 36-7, Altus 42-7 and Shawnee 48-44. The Highlanders scored at least 36 points in each victory, presenting Guthrie with an offense that has found its rhythm entering the postseason.
For the Bluejays, limiting explosive plays and making MacArthur sustain drives figure to be important. Avoiding turnovers and finishing scoring opportunities would also help Guthrie capitalize on its home-field opportunity.
Both teams spent the closing weeks of the regular season building momentum. Friday night, only one will carry that momentum into the next round.
Fans unable to attend can follow the action on GNP TV with Chris Evans and the broadcast crew. Pregame coverage begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by kickoff at 7 p.m.
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