The second week of the high school football season delivered a cascade of storylines that reshaped early standings across the state.
New Palestine’s Long Streak Comes to an End
The 29‑game winning run of New Palestine was snapped when they fell 14‑6 to East Central, a result that sent shockwaves through the rankings.
Westfield, meanwhile, answered a 14‑0 deficit with a 38‑34 victory over Carmel, showcasing resilience that kept them unbeaten at 2‑0.
Avon continued its unbeaten start, improving to 3‑0 after a 22‑12 win over Ben Davis, with Andre Warfield II finding the end zone three times.
Cascade’s 16‑game streak met its match in a 34‑21 loss to Danville, ending a run that had defined the Cadets’ recent dominance.
Lawrence North rebounded from a 48‑25 defeat to Brownsburg by routing Fishers 48‑0, while Center Grove surged past Fort Wayne Carroll 42‑17, highlighted by Ricky Lange’s three touchdowns.
Dominant Performances and Emerging Stars
Bishop Chatard kept its momentum with two consecutive wins, as Danny Adams accounted for three scores and Harrison Odom threw for two.
Brownsburg’s 31‑15 triumph over Rabun Gap (Ga.) saw Oscar Frye become the program’s all‑time passing touchdown leader, cementing his place in school history.
Merrillville survived a 56‑54 double‑overtime battle against Lafayette Jeff, a thriller that underscored the team’s grit.
Floyd Central’s Caiden Snow, a four‑star prospect, capped a 80‑yard touchdown reception and contributed on defense, hinting at a bright future.