Monroe City Greets Centralia As Schools Battle For Top Spot in CCC

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A pair of undefeateds convene in Monroe City Friday to battle for a share of the lead in the Clarence Cannon Conference. The 3-0 Panthers welcome 2-0 Centralia. Monroe City is coming off a season high 62 points against South Shelby, and the offense is averaging 47 points a game. Despite the early success, coach David Kirby had grades to hand out for both his offense and defensive lines.

Central MO Info · SL- David Kirby’s Line Grade

Monroe City has 413 yards of offense per game and pick up 277 yards a game from the ground. Last week, Centralia’s defense shut out a Brookfield team that combined for 92 points in their first two games. Coach Tyler Forsee says Monroe City provides different troubles offensively.

Central MO Info · AW- Forsee Monroe Threats

Meanwhile, Kirby believes his running backs face one of their more physical tests all season.

Central MO Info · SL- David Kirby On RB Plan Against Centralia

Forsee also thinks controlling the line of scrimmage will be a key factor.

Central MO Info · AW- Forsee Keys To Game

Centralia won last year’s match 35-6. Pregame coverage on Monroe City and Centralia begins at 6:25 on Glory 97 and centralmoinfo.com. Scott Lunte and Austin Ward have the call.