Game of the Week Preview: Monterey at Legacy

September 10, 2026 - 04:12

Legacy has a chance to make some history Friday night. For the third straight week, the Game of the Week takes us to Memorial Stadium, where the Leopards are looking to start the season 3-0. A third straight victory would give Legacy three wins in a season for the first time. And the Leopards could achieve that milestone in front of their home crowd against a Monterey team that has shown flashes of promise but struggled with consistency.

The Leopards have leaned on a balanced offense and a defense that has tightened up in key moments through the first two games. Monterey enters the matchup looking to spoil the party and grab a statement win on the road. The Plainsmen have playmakers who can stretch the field, so Legacy's secondary will need to stay disciplined and avoid giving up the big play.

Friday's contest carries weight beyond the win-loss column. A 3-0 start would signal real progress for a program that has spent years building toward relevance. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. under the lights.