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Lawrence High linebacker Luke Kress screams in celebration during the Lions' game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High receiver Truth Pope celebrates the Lions’ victory following their game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High junior Cameron Dozier brings down a ball carrier during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High linebacker Mason McClure records a sack during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High senior Ethan Curry is lifted in celebration by defensive lineman Alex Bart after a pick six in the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High senior Ethan Curry sends a punt downfield during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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The Lawrence High offensive line waits for the snap during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High receiver Ethan Curry is swarmed by defenders during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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The Lawrence High defense celebrates an interception during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High’s Aaden Chee (top) and Max Hidalgo bring down a ball carrier during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High running back Acein Goodman trots into the end zone for a touchdown during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High running back Acein Goodman (front) receives a handoff from quarterback Joey Dooley during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High linebacker Luke Kress celebrates a turnover during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High senior Ethan Curry comes down with a high snap during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High quarterback Joey Dooley looks to complete a pass during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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The Lawrence High offense huddles during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High running back Acein Goodman breaks through the defense during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High running back Acein Goodman (front) watches in a pitch from quarterback Joey Dooley during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High running back Acein Goodman (2) receives a pitch from quarterback Joey Dooley during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High linebacker Mason McClure (13) and defensive lineman Alex Bart celebrate a stop during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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The Lawrence High defense fights for a fumble during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High defensive back Adrick Webb attempts to bring down a ball carrier during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High running back Acein Goodman looks to break free during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High running back Acein Goodman looks for space during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High defensive linemen Malakai Chrismon (left) and Timetrius Sessions wait for play to resume during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High quarterback Joey Dooley scrambles during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High receiver Ethan Curry lines up for a play during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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The Lawrence High football team storms onto the field prior to the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High’s Lars Pilkinton, Saylor Jackson, Adrick Webb, and Malakai Chrismon (left to right) walk out for the coin toss prior to the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High quarterback Joey Dooley (left) and kicker Chase Brummel celebrate a made field goal during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High receiver Ethan Curry completes a catch during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High receiver Ethan Curry looks to make a defender miss during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High defensive backs Caleb Wingerd (6) and Adrick Webb tackle a ball carrier during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High receiver Ethan Curry goes up for a pass during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High senior Kayden Pitts cuts upfield during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High receiver Ethan Curry stiff-arms a defender during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High receiver Truth Pope celebrates a touchdown during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High quarterback Joey Dooley gets tripped on a run during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High receiver Truth Pope celebrates a first down during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High receiver Truth Pope brings in a tough catch during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High quarterback Joey Dooley receives a snap during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High quarterback Joey Dooley charges downfield during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.

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Lawrence High head coach Jason Thoren calls out a play during the Lions’ game against Shawnee Mission Northwest on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission District North Stadium in Overland Park.