Weskan in the Hunt for Another 6-Man State Title

WESKAN, Kan. – Coming off a dominant 62–12 opening-round playoff win over Moscow, the Weskan Coyotes are gearing up for a much tougher challenge Friday night when they host the 8–1 Ingalls Bulldogs in the sectional round of the six-man football playoffs.

Head coach Brett Clow said last week’s win was one of the strangest games he’s been part of. Moscow ran 45 offensive plays to Weskan’s 12, yet the Coyotes still won by 50 thanks to three defensive touchdowns, a kickoff return score, and near-perfect offensive efficiency.

“It felt weird and frustrating at times because we never found a rhythm,” Clow said. “But on film, our defense was outstanding. They’ve been consistent all season.”

Weskan’s defense has been the backbone of its eight-game winning streak, posting five shutouts and rarely allowing opponents to find space in a classification known for wide-open offense. Clow credits smart, athletic players and a versatile scheme that changes looks and pressures based on opponent tendencies.

Weskan Football Coach Brett Clow

With Friday’s matchup back on their home field, the Coyotes are hoping to once again feed off what they now call the “Home of the Seventh Man,” a nickname born last season to describe the community’s postseason energy.

“November football in Weskan is special,” Clow said. “Our crowd matters, and our boys

believe there’s nowhere better to play.”

Ingalls, however, presents one of the biggest tests Weskan has faced. The Bulldogs’ only loss came by four points to South Barber, and Clow said their balance and athleticism make them a far more complex opponent than a year ago.

“They do a lot on offense—different formations, a good quarterback—and defensively they’re physical and disciplined,” he said. “A play that’s been a 30-yard gain for us this season might be five yards Friday. We have to be patient.”

With the competition ramping up, Clow believes his team is prepared both mentally and physically for what playoff football demands.

“It’s one game, one shot,” he said. “We just want to go out and play our best.”

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