SALT LAKE CITY — As the football season progresses, excitement builds this week with the start of Region 5 play featuring two rival teams in a highly anticipated match-up. Both Bountiful and Viewmont enter this game with perfect 3-0 records, making it a crucial battle for early dominance in the region.
Bountiful is currently ranked 6th in the latest statewide rankings and is seen as a favorite to capture the region title. However, they will have to hit the road (kind of) as they face Viewmont, which just made its entry into the top rankings for the first time this season, sitting at 19th. The stakes are high for both teams as the winner will make a significant leap towards clinching the region championship.
The Redhawks managed to maintain their undefeated record last week with a last-second field goal that edged out Olympus. They also secured a close 5-point victory over Farmington in Week 2, showing some holes in their game that could be exploited. Will these nail-biters give Viewmont a better chance?
On the flip side, Viewmont has been dominating their opponents, albeit against lesser competition. They are coming off a striking 49-7 victory against Taylorsville and are aiming for a 4-0 record for the first time since 2006, when they had an impressive start of 6-0.
This crosstown rivalry game promises to deliver an entertaining evening of football for both teams and their fans. It showcases not just a battle for the scoreboard, but also bragging rights in the community.
Other games to keep an eye on this week include various other local matchups. If you have video footage of your games, feel free to share them through social media or by emailing links. Additionally, nominations for the player of the week can also be submitted for consideration.
For those looking to stay updated on scores and schedules, make sure to check the Prep Scoreboard page.
