Wylie and Wylie East enter Friday’s Crosstown Showdown with matching 4-1 football records and a chance to strengthen their positions in District 9-6A.

The football game begins at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, at Wylie ISD Stadium. Their varsity volleyball teams play earlier, at 5:30 p.m. in the Montgomery Center, according to Wylie ISD’s event guide.

Football teams chase district wins

Wylie East is 2-0 in district play, tied with Sachse for the lead, while Wylie is 1-1, according to the Pirates’ standings page.

The Raiders defeated North Garland 62-0 and Garland 72-0 in their first two district games, a combined scoring margin of 134-0. Marcus Gold’s team beat Garland on Sept. 25, The Wylie News reported.

Wylie, led by head coach Jimmy Carter, lost its district opener to Sachse 44-42 before defeating Lakeview Centennial 53-22 on Sept. 24.

Volleyball rivals meet again

As of Oct. 5, MaxPreps listed Wylie at 29-4 overall and 9-0 in district, with nine consecutive wins. Wylie East was 17-12 and 8-1, with five straight victories.

Both teams have matches scheduled Tuesday, Oct. 6, before the rivalry rematch. Wylie won their first meeting 3-1 at Wylie East on Sept. 15.

Football tickets and entry

All tickets must be purchased online through the district’s ticketing system. Advance prices are $5 for students, $7 for adult general admission and $8 for home-side reserved seats. Gate prices are $10 for general admission or reserved seating.

Wylie is the home team; Wylie East is the visitor. Tickets permit entry only on the designated side, and spectators must remain there.

Students need school ID badges. Children in eighth grade or below must attend with an adult. Gold Card holders must show their passes.

Parking and stadium access

Home-side spectators should enter parking areas from Woodbridge Parkway or FM 544. Visitors should use Hensley Lane for the visitor lot or Founders Park; the visitor entrance from Woodbridge Parkway will be closed.

Free shuttles serve Cooper Junior High and Draper Intermediate. Buses arrive at 4:30 p.m., begin service when passengers are present and continue until 30 minutes after the game.

Vehicles parked at the shopping center across from the stadium risk booting or towing. The district’s clear bag policy applies. Consult the fan guide for additional stadium rules.

Next football games

Wylie visits Garland at Williams Stadium at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, according to its schedule. Wylie East hosts Rowlett that evening at 5:30 p.m., according to MaxPreps.