Antioch to Host Clarksville for 6A Region 5 Lead
The undefeated Antioch Bears will face Clarksville this Friday night at 7pm with the regional title race on the line.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Football
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Antioch plays host to Clarksville on October 24, 2026, in a high-stakes Week 10 football game at 7pm. The outcome will likely determine the leader for the 6A Region 5 title.
Why it matters
The winner of this matchup gains a crucial advantage in the regional standings as the season heads toward the playoffs. For Antioch, the game also offers a chance to avenge a previous loss to Clarksville from 2025.
Antioch enters with an undefeated 8-0 record while Clarksville holds a 6-2 mark this season. Quarterback Andre Adams has recorded 1,942 passing yards and 17 touchdowns, while Ahvare Galbreath has accumulated 1,305 rushing yards and 17 touchdowns.
The players
Andre Adams
He is a high school quarterback who has thrown for 1,942 yards and 17 touchdowns this season.
Ahvare Galbreath
He is a standout high school athlete who has recorded 1,305 rushing yards and 17 touchdowns for his team.
The details
The matchup represents a critical point in the 6A Region 5 title race for both schools based in the Nashville area. Antioch hopes to maintain its perfect season by leveraging its high-performing offense against a Clarksville squad that defeated them last year.
Timeline
2025: Clarksville beat Antioch in the regular season.
Friday, October 24, 2026, at 7pm: Antioch hosts Clarksville.
Season Trajectory
This game serves as a pivotal showdown that will directly dictate which team holds control over the 6A Region 5 title race. The result will significantly impact the postseason seeding and historical standing for both football programs as they conclude the regular season.
The winner of this Friday night game effectively controls its own path to the 6A Region 5 title. Fans should monitor this outcome closely as it will determine the primary seed and potential playoff matchups for the Nashville-area teams.
The takeaway
This late-season showdown illustrates the fine margins between undefeated status and the competitive challenges of a regional title race. Local supporters should prepare for a high-intensity environment as both teams vie for control of their playoff destiny.
Further reading
For more updates on regional standings and game results, visit Football.
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