Football Game Preview: Lakeland Preparatory Lions vs. Humboldt Vikings + Official Tickets

The Lakeland Preparatory Lions will head out to face off against the Humboldt Vikings at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Both come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.

Lakeland Preparatory was handed a heart-breaking two-point loss in their last matchup, but they sure didn't let that happen against Craigmont on Friday. The Lions simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the Chiefs 40-6.

Lakeland Preparatory's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Brett Godwin led the charge by throwing for 303 yards and five TDs. Colten Kirby helped Godwin out on the ground, rushing for 163 yards and one score.

The home team had won the previous three meetings between Humboldt and Gleason, and Humboldt kept the tradition alive. The Vikings sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 24-22 victory over the Bulldogs on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Vikings have posted since October 11, 2024.

Lakeland Preparatory's record now sits at 4-5. As for Humboldt, their record is now an identical 4-5.