Columbia, Missouri – High school football reached thrilling heights in Missouri this weekend as several Kansas City-area teams battled for state championships. The Show-Me Bowl games were held at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium in Columbia and Spratt Stadium in St. Joseph, displaying a weekend full of exciting football action.
The Class 5 Show-Me Bowl played out with great intensity as Platte County took on Helias Catholic. The game quickly became one-sided, with Platte County racing to a stunning 21-0 lead in the first quarter. They added 35 unanswered points before Helias Catholic managed to score. Quarterback Rocco Marriott had an impressive performance, completing 17 of 24 passes for 279 yards, plus two touchdowns. He also contributed two rushing touchdowns, showcasing his versatility on the field.
Meanwhile, in the Class 1 Championship, Adrian faced off against Penney in a tight matchup. After a competitive first half, Adrian pulled away to secure a 34-13 victory. Colton Miller played a crucial role with both passing and rushing touchdowns, helping his team run for a total of 237 yards on the day.
Over at Spratt Stadium, the Missouri 8-Man Football State Championship saw North Shelby and Archie clash. North Shelby held a narrow lead with three first-half touchdowns from Gannon Bowen, but Archie stormed back in the second half, outscoring their opponents 32-0 for a decisive 48-20 win. This marked Archie’s second consecutive state championship and a perfect 14-0 season.
Other significant results from the weekend included:
- Class 6: De Smet 35, Nixa 20
- Class 4: Lutheran North 46, Festus 7
- Class 3: Blair Oaks 38, Seneca 28
- Class 2: Lamar 28, Fair Grove 25
These matchups highlighted the depth of talent in Missouri high school football and celebrated the hard work and dedication of young athletes across the state.
