High school football stadiums across Missouri were active on Friday, October 17, 2025, as teams competed in the eighth week of the season. The day featured a full schedule of games, with matchups producing decisive victories, narrow contests, and high-scoring affairs. Results from across the state are now available, providing a clear picture of team standings as the season progresses toward the playoffs.
Key Takeaways from Week 8
- Several games featured dominant offensive performances, with teams like University City, Smithville, and Troy-Buchanan scoring over 70 points.
- A number of matchups were decided by a single point, including Buffalo's 15-14 win over Reeds Spring and Glendale's 43-42 victory against Lebanon.
- Defensive strength was also on display, with teams like Blair Oaks, Nixa, and Smithville securing shutout victories.
- Key rivalries and conference games took place, shaping the postseason outlook for many programs across Missouri.
High-Scoring Games Define the Week
Offensive firepower was a major theme during Week 8, with several teams putting up significant point totals. One of the most notable results came from University City, which secured an 80-0 victory over Affton. This performance stands as one of the largest margins of victory for the week.
Other schools also demonstrated their offensive capabilities. Smithville achieved a commanding 77-0 win against Grandview, while Troy-Buchanan defeated Howell North with a final score of 73-6. In another high-scoring game, Platte County was victorious over Ruskin, 70-6.
Notable Offensive Showdowns
Some games were competitive shootouts where both teams contributed to a high point total. The contest between Holt and St. Charles West ended in a narrow 52-50 victory for Holt, highlighting the offensive nature of the matchup. Similarly, Cassville edged out Monett in a close game that finished 48-46.
Top Scoring Teams in Week 8
- University City: 80 points
- Smithville: 77 points
- Troy-Buchanan: 73 points
- Platte County: 70 points
- Thayer: 69 points
Close Contests and Nail-Biting Finishes
While some games were decided by large margins, many others came down to the final moments. These tightly contested matchups kept spectators engaged until the very end. Buffalo managed a one-point win against Reeds Spring, with the game concluding at 15-14.
Another game decided by a single point was Glendale's 43-42 victory over Lebanon. In St. Louis, Central (Cape Girardeau) secured a 17-16 win against Lift for Life Academy. These results underscore the competitive balance in many regions of the state.
The game between Blue Springs South and Blue Springs ended 35-7, while Lee's Summit North narrowly defeated Lee's Summit West 20-17. In a closely watched game, Liberty North came out ahead of Rockhurst with a final score of 21-12.
The Importance of Late-Season Games
As the 2025 season enters its final weeks, each game carries significant weight. Victories in Week 8 are crucial for securing favorable playoff seeding, winning conference titles, and building momentum for the postseason. For teams on the bubble, a single win or loss can determine whether their season continues.
Dominant Defensive Performances and Shutouts
Alongside the high-scoring affairs, several teams showcased formidable defenses by preventing their opponents from scoring at all. Blair Oaks delivered a powerful performance with a 56-0 victory over Hallsville. Nixa also demonstrated defensive strength, defeating Ozark 57-7, holding them to a single touchdown.
Other notable shutouts from Friday's games include:
- Smithville 77, Grandview 0
- Christian Brothers 37, St. Louis University 0
- Fort Zumwalt North 43, North Point 0
- Mid-Buchanan 62, Penney 0
- Rockwood Summit 36, Marquette 0
- Osage 21, Southern Boone 0
- Macon 21, South Shelby 0
These results highlight the importance of a balanced team, where a strong defense can be just as critical as a high-powered offense. Park Hill also secured a shutout, defeating Raymore-Peculiar 21-0.
Complete Week 8 Scoreboard
Below is a comprehensive list of final scores from the games played on Friday, October 17, 2025, across Missouri. The results are presented in alphabetical order by the winning team.
Full MSHSAA Results
The following list includes scores from various classes and regions throughout the state, reflecting a busy night of high school football.
- Adrian 44, El Dorado Springs 13
- Ava 56, Cabool 7
- Belton 48, Truman 34
- Blair Oaks 56, Hallsville 0
- Blue Springs South 35, Blue Springs 7
- Branson 35, Logan-Rogersville 28
- Brookfield 52, Milan 14
- Buffalo 15, Reeds Spring 14
- Butler 26, Windsor 12
- California 36, Eldon 28
- Cameron 42, Benton 26
- Capital City 49, Camdenton 28
- Carl Junction 44, Bolivar 7
- Carthage 28, Webb City 14
- Caruthersville 48, Portageville 14
- Cassville 48, Monett 46
- Central 17, Lift for Life Academy 16
- Central 22, Dexter 21
- Central 49, Excelsior Springs 14
- Centralia 44, Palmyra 8
- Chaminade 42, Hillsboro 7
- Charleston 41, East Prairie 14
- Christian Brothers 37, St. Louis University 0
- Clark County 32, Westran 20
- Cole Camp 35, Versailles 0
- Cuba 48, Bayless 20
- Doniphan 21, Granite City 13
- East Buchanan 63, Plattsburg 34
- Father Tolton 49, KIPP KC Legacy High School 0
- Festus 41, Farmington 36
- Forsyth 58, Fair Grove 34
- Fort Osage 41, Grain Valley 34
- Fort Zumwalt North 43, North Point 0
- Fort Zumwalt West 30, Timberland 7
- Fredericktown 39, Windsor 22
- Glendale 43, Lebanon 42
- Hannibal 51, Marshall 6
- Harrisonville 28, Oak Grove 7
- Helias 47, Smith-Cotton 7
- Herculaneum 16, Perryville 13
- Holden 35, Carrollton 6
- Hollister 60, Springfield Catholic 31
- Holt 52, St. Charles West 50
- Howell 42, Howell Central 17
- Jackson 65, Miller Career Academy 6
- Jefferson City 48, Battle 40
- Joplin 49, Willard 8
- Kearney 54, Winnetonka 7
- Kelly 13, Lutheran of St. Charles 6
- Kickapoo 52, Waynesville 7
- Kirksville 49, Fulton 19
- Kirkwood 49, Ladue Horton Watkins 10
- Lafayette 32, Maysville/Winston Co-op 14
- Lafayette 54, Lindbergh 14
- Lafayette County 44, Lexington 20
- Lamar 42, Aurora 20
- Lawson 35, North Platte 22
- Lee's Summit 28, Staley 25
- Lee's Summit North 20, Lee's Summit West 17
- Liberty 36, Salem 0
- Liberty 42, Fort Zumwalt South 0
- Liberty 49, Oak Park 14
- Liberty North 21, Rockhurst 12
- Lone Jack/Kingville Co-op 14, Sherwood 6
- Louisiana 49, Mark Twain 14
- Lutheran South 49, Confluence Prep Academy 6
- Macon 21, South Shelby 0
- Marceline 46, Trenton 10
- Mid-Buchanan 62, Penney 0
- Missouri Military Academy 33, Pleasant Hope 22
- Moberly 28, Mexico 21
- Monroe City 68, Highland 0
- Montgomery County 26, Wright City 20
- Mountain Grove 46, Houston 13
- Mt. Vernon 28, Nevada 24
- Nixa 57, Ozark 7
- North Callaway 50, Van-Far 8
- North County 24, St. Clair 14
- Northeast 15, Southeast 8
- Oakville 48, Webster Groves 7
- Odessa 21, Chillicothe 7
- Osage 21, Southern Boone 0
- Pacific 42, Hermann 14
- Park Hill 21, Raymore-Peculiar 0
- Parkway North 35, Fox 12
- Parkway South 11, Mehlville 0
- Parkview 26, Hillcrest 8
- Platte County 70, Ruskin 6
- Pleasant Hill 49, Center 12
- Poplar Bluff 34, Kennett 8
- Potosi 40, DeSoto 14
- Principia 68, Priory 33
- Republic 42, Neosho 14
- Richmond 24, Knob Noster 14
- Ritenour 42, McCluer North 0
- Rockwood Summit 36, Marquette 0
- Sarcoxie 42, Diamond 14
- Savannah 42, Maryville 6
- Seckman 52, Hazelwood West 12
- Seneca 56, East Newton 7
- Sikeston 38, New Madrid County Central 18
- Smithville 77, Grandview 0
- Soldan International Studies 29, Madison 6
- South Callaway 58, Linn 14
- South Harrison 39, Polo 8
- St. Mary's 23, Althoff Catholic 0
- Ste. Genevieve 55, Jefferson 14
- Strafford 17, Clever 12
- Sullivan 55, Owensville 10
- Summit Christian Academy 31, Pembroke Hill 10
- Thayer 69, Willow Springs 0
- Troy-Buchanan 73, Howell North 6
- Union 28, St. James 20
- University City 80, Affton 0
- Valle Catholic 56, Bowling Green 6
- Warrensburg 28, Clinton 21
- Warsaw 39, Midway 9
- West Platte 39, Lathrop 14
- Westminster Christian 42, Duchesne 6
- Winfield 20, St. Charles 7