Week 3 of the Indiana high school football season delivered a cascade of dramatic results, as teams battled not only opponents but also soaring temperatures that have already begun to shape the schedule for Week 4.
Bishop Chatard High School, already ranked No. 2 in the state and a perennial powerhouse with 17 championships, extended its title contention with a 42-14 demolition of Roncalli, a victory that featured a 27‑minute stretch of 35 unanswered points; however, the win came at the cost of star running back Danny Adams, who left the game with an ankle injury.
Center Grove High School edged Carmel 36-34 in a thriller that kept the Cooper Kettle rivalry alive, as the Trojans denied Ryan Mokaya a potential game‑tying two‑point conversion with just 1:20 left on the clock.
Avon improved to a perfect 3‑0, dominating Hamilton Southeastern 28‑7 and snapping a long‑standing drought against Brownsburg, a rivalry that had eluded the Eagles since 2019.
Cathedral High School finally broke its winless start to the season, securing a 30‑21 road victory over St. Xavier; the win was propelled by Xavier Dangerfield’s 130 yards and a touchdown, underscoring the Irish’s offensive firepower.
Noblesville ended an 18‑game losing streak against Hoosier Crossroads Conference opponents with a 21‑19 triumph over Fishers, a result that sparked renewed optimism for the Wildcats.
Warren Central endured a late‑night battle, outlasting North Central 45‑42; senior Keyon Thomas spearheaded the offense with 294 yards and three touchdowns, showcasing the Blue Devils’ resilience.
New Palestine rebounded from an earlier setback, defeating Yorktown 42‑28; junior Logan Parks was the catalyst, amassing 267 yards and four scores.
Crown Point continued its remarkable streak of 39 consecutive victories dating back to 2021, improving to 23‑14 against Merrillville and reinforcing its status as the team to beat.
Perry Meridian, in its inaugural season under coach Rob Patchett, secured its third win, 24‑14 over Franklin, with senior Marcus Lewis leading the defense with three sacks.
Heat Concerns Loom for Week 4
Amid the on‑field drama, coaches and officials have called for cooler temperatures and more conventional start times for Week 4, citing the extreme heat that has already sapped energy from players and spectators alike.