Rowan County’s high school football programs will launch their conference schedules this Friday, highlighted by a much-anticipated clash between Carson and Salisbury at Ludwig Stadium. Teams across three local conferences return from a recent open date, ready to test their mettle in competitive match-ups.

Week 3 of the 2025 high school football season signals the start of conference play for 12 of the 17 WPIAL conferences. With these matchups, teams reveal their true potential, as every conference game can alter the trajectory of the season. Fans across Western Pennsylvania are gearing up for one of the most pivotal weekends of the year.