One of the top games to watch in Division VI is Toronto (the Red Knights, not the Blue Jays) hosting Grandview Heights, which will have a three-hour bus ride toward Pittsburgh from Columbus. The first round consists of the better-seeded teams playing host, with the winner moving on to the second round to face a team that earned a bye in Round 1.

Carmel Catholic rides a three-game winning streak into the playoffs, fresh off a 38-24 victory over Fenwick in which junior quarterback Trae Taylor showcased his arm talent with 401 passing yards and two touchdowns, while sophomore running back Jaquel Edmonds contributed 101 rushing yards and a score.

In a matchup that has become California’s most-anticipated high school football rivalry, undefeated St. John Bosco (9-0, 4-0) hosts two-time defending state champion Mater Dei (6-2, 3-1) Friday night at Panish Family Stadium in a Trinity League finale with significant playoff implications.

Jamier Brown, WR (right), goes through “win or lose” drills. Hundreds of high school football players took part in the second day of a multi-day football camp at Ohio State on Monday, June 9, 2025, at the Woody Hayes Athletic Center in Columbus. OSU coaches were on hand to help guide the players through drills. David Petkiewicz, cleveland.com

Niles is coming off a 21-12 win over Edwardsburg in its regular-season finale, while Zeeland West lost to Grand Rapids West Catholic 28-16 to finish its regular season.

Liverpool seek to stop their domestic losing skid at five when intriguing Aston Villa visit Anfield on Saturday.