MUNCIE, Ind. — This football season is going to be ... different.
But enough of what you already knew. Tonight, Indiana high school football is back. Six of the nine East Central Indiana teams in our coverage area will take the field while three others — Delta, Muncie Central and New Castle — will not. Here's why:
►Football season opener between Delta, Muncie Central canceled
►New Castle cancels first 2 football games, postpones volleyball, girls soccer matches
If you can't wait until the games kick off tonight (or next week), we've got plenty of preview content to keep you occupied.
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Whether you plan on watching your favorite team from home or you were lucky enough to secure a seat, there's plenty of excitement and nerves as we open up the 2020 season. Here are the previews, logistics and ways to track your favorite team from wherever you are tonight:
Blackford at Wes-Del, 7 p.m.
Preview: Blackford and Wes-Del have never played one another. Well, at least not in the lifetime of the athletes who will be playing Friday night. Last year, Blackford opened up its season with a 5-2 record, losing only its home opener to Monroe Central (37-28) and Week 5 game to Alexandria (40-35) in the first seven weeks. Wes-Del went 2-8 last season but also had a number of close losses, including an 18-16 Week 1 loss to Alexandria. This should be a fun one Friday night.
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Watching in person:
- Fan capacity: 400 people (270 home, 130 visitor). If you don't already have a voucher, stay home.
- Wes-Del fans: Wes-Del's players and cheerleaders received vouchers to distribute at their discretion while any remaining vouchers were made available to Wes-Del students/staff.
- Blackford fans: The first 100 vouchers went to players but the other 30 were randomly selected in a "lottery." Pick up can be done at the Blackford Athletic Office from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday. See if you won here.
- Entry: Blackford fans enter through south side of complex. Wes-Del fans enter main gate.
- Masks, social distancing: Per Wes-Del guidelines, "ALL spectators will be required to wear a mask/face covering when attending athletic events." There are markings on the bleachers, as well, to ensure social distancing.
Follow from home: Star Press preps reporter Robby General will also be at the game, highlights and updates will be available via his Twitter page (@rgeneraljr). A story, video highlights and a photo gallery will be available on the Star Press' website Friday night. You can also follow along via Wes-Del's (Facebook/Twitter) or Blackford's (Facebook/Twitter) social media pages.
Yorktown at Anderson, 7 p.m.
Preview: Yorktown and Anderson have faced off against each other to start the season each of the past five seasons. Each time, Yorktown came out on top, winning last year 18-0. The Tigers will need to replace some key offensive weapons this season but come in with plenty of experience capable of doing so.
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Watching in-person:
- Fan capacity: 500 people. Tickets are presale only.
- Yorktown fans: Vouchers were already given to Yorktown. Those with a voucher will be able to purchase a $5 ticket. Those without a voucher will not be allowed in.
- Entry: Upon arrival at ticket gates, adhere to social distancing. Upon completion of the contest, fans must leave the facility.
- Masks/social distancing: Masks are required at all times. Families may sit together but individuals and separate family units should sit at least six feet apart.
Follow from home: You can listen live via Muncie's Sports Station (102.9 FM, 1340 AM). Star Press sports reporter Jordan Guskey will be there with video highlights and updates via his Twitter (@JordanGuskey). A story and video highlights will be available on the Star Press' website Friday night. You can also follow along via Yorktown's (Facebook/Twitter) social media pages.
Wabash at Monroe Central, 7:30 p.m.
Preview: After canceling its first two games due to COVID-19 concerns, Monroe Central picked up a pair of new opponents, including 2A Wabash in Week 1. These two teams have never played and Wabash comes in after having gone 4-6 last season while Monroe Central went 7-4.
►SEASON PREVIEW: ‘High standards, no excuses’: Monroe Central football's season is about to begin
Watching in-person:
- Fan capacity: 500 people total (250 in stands, 250 on field).
- Monroe Central fans: Wristbands were already given to home and away fans. You will need a wristband to buy a ticket and enter.
- Entry: Home fans can enter the main gate and sit on the east (home) bleachers. Visiting fans will park on the south side of the high school and enter the guest gate located on Bear Lane across from the baseball diamond.
- Masks/social distancing: Monroe Central athletics asks those in attendance to wear a mask and social distance. Visitors are asked to monitor themselves.
Follow from home: A rundown of the game will be available on the Star Press' website Friday night. You can also follow along via Monroe Central's (Facebook/Twitter) social media pages for updates and highlights throughout the game.
Winchester at South Adams, 7 p.m.
Preview: Winchester and South Adams have opened up each season against each other since 2011. Winchester is 3-6 in those meetings, losing to South Adams 40-0 last season. South Adams won its sectional last season and enters this season as the No. 3-ranked team in Class A.
Watching in-person:
- Fan capacity: No general admission and no ticket sales, per South Adams.
- Winchester fans: Seniors were admitted to have four parents/adult members in attendance.
Follow from home: A livestream should be available on the Berne Witness' website. A rundown of the game will be available on the Star Press' website Friday night. You can also follow along via Winchester's (Facebook/Twitter) social media pages.
Jay County at Norwell, 7 p.m.
Preview: Jay County opened up the 2019 season against Norwell and lost 47-0. The Class 4A Patriots went 1-9 last season while the Class 3A Knights finished 5-6.
Watching in-person:
- Fan capacity: 450 people (250 home, 200 on away).
- Jay County fans: Visiting tickets were presale only. The tickets were made available to the following groups (in this order): families, students, season ticket holders, general public.
- Entry: Visiting fans are asked to enter through the southeast entrance and park in the soccer/softball field area. See details here.
- Masks/social distancing: Face coverings are required and social distancing is expected at Norwell events.
Follow from home: A rundown of the game will be available on the Star Press' website Friday night. You can also follow along via Jay County's (Facebook/Twitter) social media pages.
Robby General covers East Central Indiana high school sports at The Star Press. Contact him via email at rgeneral@gannett.com, on Twitter @rgeneraljr or by phone at 765-283-8864.
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