Scottsburg and Sullivan bring identical 5-5 records and high-powered first-round performances into Friday night's IHSAA Class 3A Sectional 31 semifinal at Warrior Field. SCOTTSBURG, Ind. — The lights will shine a little brighter at Warrior Field this Friday night as the Scottsburg Warriors welcome the Sullivan Golden Arrows for an IHSAA Class 3A Sectional 31 semifinal showdown. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Friday, October 30, with a trip to next week's sectional championship game hanging in the balance. It's the kind of Friday night that makes high school football special. Two teams, one opportunity to advance, and a chance for the Warrior faithful to make their presence felt as Scottsburg continues its postseason journey on its home field. Warriors Carry Momentum into Semifinal Scottsburg (5-5) enters Friday's contest following an impressive 48-28 victory over the Washington Hatchets in last week's sectional opener at Warrior Field. The Warriors turned in one of their strongest offensive performances of the season, putting 48 points on the scoreboard in the elimination contest. After scoring six points in the opening quarter, Scottsburg erupted for 20 points in the second period to take a 26-14 halftime advantage. The Warriors continued their offensive surge after intermission, adding 22 unanswered points in the third quarter to build a commanding 48-14 lead. Washington scored twice in the final period, but the Warriors had already done the damage, securing the 20-point victory and earning another opportunity to compete in front of their home fans. The 48-point performance marked Scottsburg's highest offensive output of the season and provided plenty of momentum heading into the sectional semifinal. ### Sullivan Brings Explosive Offense to Warrior Field Standing between Scottsburg and a sectional championship appearance is a Sullivan squad that also enters Friday's contest with a 5-5 overall record. The Golden Arrows advanced to the semifinal round with an impressive 55-27 victory over Owen Valley in last week's opening round. Sullivan has scored 103 points over its last two games, including a 48-0 regular-season victory over West Vigo before its playoff win against Owen Valley. With Scottsburg coming off a 48-point performance of its own, Friday's matchup features two teams that have demonstrated the ability to put points on the scoreboard. Both programs enter the contest with identical records, but those regular-season marks mean little once the ball is kicked off Friday night. The winner moves on. The loser's season comes to an end. A Sectional Championship Opportunity Awaits Friday's game is one of two semifinals in Class 3A Sectional 31. On the other side of the bracket, Vincennes Lincoln and Indian Creek will square off for the opportunity to advance to the championship game. The winners of Friday night's semifinal contests will meet on Friday, November 6, to determine the Sectional 31 champion. For the Warriors, the immediate focus is Sullivan and the opportunity to extend their season one more week. Warrior Nation — Let's Pack Warrior Field! Postseason football brings a different level of excitement, and Scottsburg Athletics is encouraging the entire community to come out and support the Warriors. Students, families, alumni, and Warrior fans are invited to fill the stands, wear their purple and gold, and help create an outstanding playoff atmosphere. With a sectional championship appearance at stake, Friday night presents another opportunity for the Scottsburg community to rally behind its football program. Game Information & Fan Guide **IHSAA Class 3A Football — Sectional 31 Semifinal** - Matchup: Scottsburg Warriors (5-5) vs. Sullivan Golden Arrows (5-5) - Date: Friday, October 30, 2026 - Kickoff: 7:30 PM EDT - Location: Warrior Field - Address: 425 S. Third Street, Scottsburg, IN 47170 - Admission: $8 cash at the gate or $8.95 for digital tickets - Children ages 5 and under: Admitted free **DIGITAL TICKETS:** [Purchase Tickets Here Through EventLink] https://public.eventlink.com/tickets?t=215210 **DIRECTIONS TO WARRIOR FIELD:** [Get Directions Using Google Maps] https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=425+S+Third+Street+Scottsburg+IN+47170 **Important Ticket Information** Friday's game is an official IHSAA state tournament contest, with Scottsburg serving as the host school. All spectators, including Scottsburg students and school staff, must purchase an admission ticket. Regular-season passes, student passes, and school-issued passes are not valid for IHSAA tournament contests. Visiting fans should note that Warrior Field is located at 425 S. Third Street on the Scottsburg Middle School campus, rather than at the main Scottsburg High School building on Gardner Street. One Game. One Goal. One Warrior Nation. The records are even. Both teams are coming off impressive playoff victories. And when the ball is kicked off Friday night, only one team will keep its sectional championship hopes alive. For the Warriors, there's no better place to chase that opportunity than under the Friday night lights at Warrior Field, surrounded by the purple and gold. Warrior Nation, let's show up, get loud, and make Warrior Field an unforgettable place to play postseason football! Play Hard. Play Smart. Play Together.