The second week of the season brings the second, and final, non-conference game of the year as the Wildcats look to start the 2013 campaign with a second straight win against the visiting Lions of University City, Missouri.
After a heart-breaking, loss to their former coach's new team to open the season last week, the Reitz Panthers look to put their first mark in the win column against visiting Kentucky powerhouse, the Blue Tornadoes of Paducah Tilghman.
The Mater Dei Wildcats are one win away from a return trip to Lucas Oil Stadium and a shot at the Class 2A state championship. Standing in their way, the undefeated Raiders of Indianapolis Cardinal Ritter.
The Reitz Panthers find themselves back in the sectional title game after a thrilling overtime win against the Central Bears last week at the Reitz Bowl.
All eyes will be on Newburgh Friday night as the two only unbeaten teams in the SIAC square off to determine who will ultimately win 2012 conference title.