Saturday’s high school football slate in Wyoming features two storied rivalries that will shape the rest of the season. On Friday, September 11, Sheridan County High School travels to Campbell County for a Friday‑night showdown at 6 p.m. The game marks the latest chapter in a series that began in 1922, when Sheridan won the first meeting 87‑0. Since then, Sheridan has built a commanding lead in the overall series, holding a 52‑31 record with one tie, and has won the last ten meetings and eleven of the last twelve overall.
Historical context of the Sheridan‑Campbell County rivalry
Including postseason contests, Sheridan’s advantage stems from consistent performance both at home and on the road. At Campbell County’s field, the series is nearly even at 19‑18, but Sheridan has won each of its last five visits. The last loss on Campbell County turf came in 2015. The longest winning streak for Sheridan in this rivalry stretches 12 games from 1927‑1945, while Campbell County’s longest run of victories spans 12 games from 1998‑2007.
The largest margin of victory in the series belongs to Sheridan, a 87‑point win in the inaugural 1922 meeting. Campbell County’s biggest win was a 48‑point effort in 2002. The most points ever scored by either side in a single game also belong to Sheridan, with 87 points in that 1922 contest; Campbell County’s high‑scoring effort was 48 points in 2002. The two schools have met in overtime only once, in 2010, when Campbell County prevailed 27‑24.
Tongue River versus Big Horn
Thursday, September 10, sees Tongue River travel to Big Horn for a 7 p.m. kickoff. The rivalry dates back to 1956, when Tongue River won the first meeting and then posted a 17‑0 record with one tie before Big Horn finally broke through in 1970. The series currently stands at 34‑29 in favor of Tongue River, with one tie, but Big Horn has dominated recent encounters, winning the last four meetings and thirteen of the last fourteen overall.
When the game is played at Big Horn’s home field, the series is tighter—Big Horn leads 13‑12—but the home team has won each of the last ten contests held there. Tongue River’s longest winning streak against Big Horn stretches ten games from 1962 onward, while Big Horn’s longest run of victories over Tongue River spans ten games from 2007‑2020, with no games played in 2011 and from 2014‑2016.
The most lopsided victory in the series belongs to Big Horn, a 55‑point win in 2003 and again last year. Tongue River’s biggest margin of victory was a 60‑point triumph in 1960. The highest point total recorded by Big Horn against Tongue River is 61 points, also achieved in the 2003 game.
What’s at stake
Both matchups carry significant implications for the 2026 season. Sheridan’s recent dominance over Campbell County suggests a strong chance to extend its winning streak, while Tongue River will look to halt Big Horn’s recent home‑field surge. Coaches on both sides emphasized preparation and community support during pre‑game press conferences, noting the importance of tradition and the role of high school athletics in fostering teamwork and character among young men.
Fans are encouraged to attend the games early to secure parking and enjoy the pre‑game festivities that local businesses are hosting. As always, families are reminded to respect the venue’s policies and to uphold the spirit of sportsmanship that defines Wyoming high school football.
Original reporting: Sheridan Media (Sheridan WY) — read the source article.
