Norman North Downs Edmond Memorial 24-6
Norman North secured its first home playoff game at its new football stadium with a 24-6 win over Edmond Memorial.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Football
Norman North football defeated Edmond Memorial 24-6 on Thursday at Norman North's stadium to finish the regular season 7-3. The win earned Norman North its first home playoff game at its new football stadium, against either Moore or Yukon next week.
Why it matters
The victory gave Norman North the home-field advantage it needed in the playoffs, a practical reward for finishing the regular season strong. For Norman readers following local high school football, it sets up a home postseason game at the new stadium.
Norman North finished the regular season 7-3 and beat Edmond Memorial 24-6, with Nash Henry throwing two touchdown passes and Byron Mason combining for more than 100 yards from scrimmage. The stub does not establish which playoff opponent, Moore or Yukon, Norman North will face.
The players
Norman North High School
The Norman, Oklahoma public high school whose football team won the game and earned the home playoff berth.
Nash Henry
Norman North quarterback who threw two touchdown passes in the win over Edmond Memorial.
Byron Mason
Norman North player who scored the first-half rushing touchdown and is headed to Harding University next year.
The details
Norman North controlled time of possession with a conservative offensive approach while its defense forced several turnovers. The defense was about three minutes from a shutout before a late Edmond Memorial touchdown.
Timeline
Thursday: Norman North defeats Edmond Memorial 24-6 in the regular-season finale.
Next week: Norman North hosts its first home playoff game against Moore or Yukon.
Season Trajectory
Earning the home playoff game at its new stadium marks a meaningful step for Norman North in its first season there, extending the program's regular-season success into the postseason. The result also positions the team to compete for a playoff run on its own field rather than on the road.
The home playoff game means Norman North fans can attend the postseason matchup at the school's new stadium rather than traveling. Fantasy and roster watchers should note Byron Mason's upcoming move to Harding for next season.
The takeaway
A strong regular-season finish can translate into a home playoff game, and Norman North's new stadium gives the team a chance to play its first postseason contest on its own field.
What happens next
Norman North will host its first home playoff game next week against either Moore or Yukon.
Further reading
For more on the local prep scene, see Football coverage in Norman.
