Football Game Preview: Gowanda/Pine Valley Central Panthers vs. Randolph Cardinals

Gowanda/Pine Valley Central is 0-4 against Randolph since September of 2022 but things could change on Friday. The Panthers will host the Cardinals at 7:00 p.m.

Fans were treated to a battle of the Panthers on Friday. Gowanda/Pine Valley Central took a 36-26 hit to the loss column at the hands of Newfane.

Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Randolph, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Friday. They really took it to Cattaraugus-Little Valley for the full four quarters, racking up a 37-8 win. The victory continues a trend for the Cardinals in their matchups with the Timberwolves: they've now won nine in a row.

Gowanda/Pine Valley Central better keep an eye on Jaxon Morrison. He was instrumental in Randolph's win, rushing for 34 yards and a pair of touchdowns, while also throwing for 99 yards and two TDs on perfect 5-for-5 passing. Another player making a difference was Kevin McElwain, who rushed for 89 yards on only six carries.

Gowanda/Pine Valley Central's defeat dropped their record down to 5-2. As for Randolph, their win bumped their record up to an identical 5-2.

Gowanda/Pine Valley Central couldn't quite finish off Randolph in their previous meeting back in October of 2024 and fell 20-18. Will the Panthers have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.