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De Smet and Chaminade Prepare to Renew Rivalry

De Smet is getting ready to host a key matchup against conference rival Chaminade.

(3-0) will be taking an undefeated record into enemy territory on Friday when the Red Devils visit rival (3-1).Β 

This should be the biggest test of season for the Red Devils, whose average margin of victory this season has been 30 points, with the closest game being a 47-32

De Smet has gotten off to a hot start as well, with the only bump in the road being a The Spartans bounced back the following week by and are hoping to keep their momentum going this weekend.

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A big factor for Chaminade will be if its defense can stop De Smet senior wide receiver Durron Neal. Neal is one of the top recruits in the area and his versatility is a big reason for it. He’s already found the end zone for the Spartans six times this season, scoring three touchdowns on the ground and three more through the air.

The Spartans may need to stack the line while on defense, as Chaminade's Dixon Anthon is running amok around the metro area. He has posted 454 yards and 11 touchdowns on 75 attempts so far this season, an average of 6.1 yards per carry.

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The team that can control the other’s offensive star the best will likely earn the victory in this premier matchup.

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