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Rickards aims for seventh straight win over Godby this Friday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 9:07 AM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Rickards aims for seventh straight win over Godby this Friday

Summary

Rickards faces Godby in their annual football rivalry game on August 21, 2026. Last season, Rickards overcame a 34-14 deficit to win 41-34, marking their sixth consecutive victory over Godby. Both teams seek to improve after disappointing 2025 seasons, with Godby ranked first and Rickards fourth in the preseason Big Bend standings. The matchup highlights key players, including Godby’s five-star recruit Jamarin Simmons and Rickards quarterback Jordan Kelley, who seeks to maintain the winning streak for his senior class. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Gene Cox Stadium.

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By the Numbers

•Rickards rallied to defeat Godby 41-34 last year.
•Both teams had underwhelming records in 2025, with Rickards at 3-8.
•Godby is ranked first in the preseason Big Bend standings.
•Key players include five-star recruit Jamarin Simmons and quarterback Jordan Kelley.
•The rivalry game kicks off at 7 p.m. on August 21.

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9:07 AMYahoo Sports — Rickards rallied from down 20. Now it wants seven straight vs Godby

What they're saying

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Down 34-14, Rickards reversed course and notched its sixth straight rivalry win over Godby last year. The Raiders now seek seven over the Cougars.
— Yahoo Sports

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