LHS Football Gets First Test of the Season with Home Opener Against Shawnee Mission South

A New Season Begins

The Lawrence High School (LHS) football team is set to kick off their 2023 season with their home opener against Shawnee Mission South on Friday, August 25th. The Lions are coming off a successful 2022 campaign, where they finished 8-2 and advanced to the Class 6A state playoffs.

This year's team is led by senior quarterback Ethan Elliott, who threw for over 2,000 yards and 20 touchdowns last season. Elliott will have a number of talented receivers to throw to, including seniors Brandon Kincaid and Jayden Russell.

The Lions' defense is also expected to be strong, led by senior linebacker Jake Peterson, who was named to the Class 6A All-State team last season.

Shawnee Mission South: A Tough Opponent

Shawnee Mission South is a perennial powerhouse in Class 6A football, and they will provide a tough test for the Lions in their season opener. The Raiders finished 9-2 last season and advanced to the state semifinals.

Shawnee Mission South is led by senior quarterback Jake Schneider, who is one of the top recruits in the state. Schneider threw for over 3,000 yards and 30 touchdowns last season.

The Raiders' defense is also very strong, led by senior linebacker Will Collins, who was named to the Class 6A All-State team last season.

Keys to the Game

There are a few key factors that will likely determine the outcome of the game between LHS and Shawnee Mission South.

First, the Lions will need to be able to stop Shawnee Mission South's passing attack. The Raiders have a lot of talented receivers, and Schneider is a very good quarterback.

Second, the Lions will need to be able to run the ball effectively. Shawnee Mission South has a strong defense, so the Lions will need to be able to move the chains on the ground.

Finally, the Lions will need to win the turnover battle. Turnovers can be very costly, and the Lions will need to be careful with the football if they want to win the game.

Conclusion

The LHS football team is excited to get their season started with their home opener against Shawnee Mission South. The Raiders are a tough opponent, but the Lions are confident that they can win the game if they play their best.