Lewis & Clark to Face Whitworth on October 24
Lewis & Clark and Whitworth prepare for a conference clash at the Pine Bowl this Saturday afternoon.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Football
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Lewis & Clark is set to play Whitworth at the Pine Bowl on October 24 at 1 p.m. Both teams meet in a pivotal Northwest Conference matchup.
Why it matters
Lewis & Clark looks to maintain its position at the top of the league, while Whitworth seeks a win to stay in contention for the Northwest Conference championship.
Lewis & Clark enters with a 5-1 overall record and averages 44 points and 355 passing yards per game. Whitworth holds a 3-2 overall record, recently recording 25 rushing yards against Linfield.
The players
Lewis & Clark
This collegiate football program is currently undefeated in conference play with a 3-0 record.
Whitworth
This institution is a competing member of the Northwest Conference that currently holds a 2-1 conference record.
Sytyn Lasconia
This standout player has surpassed 1,000 receiving yards as a primary offensive target for Lewis & Clark.
Sam Simril
This athlete recently recorded 429 total yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions in a victory over George Fox.
The details
Lewis & Clark utilizes a fast-paced offense led by Sytyn Lasconia, who has eclipsed 1,000 receiving yards this season. Whitworth aims to counter by establishing a rushing game to open up opportunities for its passing attack.
Timeline
The game is scheduled for October 24 at 1 p.m.
Season Trajectory
This game is a direct battle for positioning within the Northwest Conference championship standings. The outcome will clarify whether Lewis & Clark maintains its lead or if Whitworth successfully tightens the race.
Lewis & Clark currently relies on a high-scoring offense averaging 44 points per game to control the pace of play. Whitworth must improve its ground efficiency after totaling just 25 rushing yards in its previous contest to keep the clock moving.
The takeaway
The game highlights the contrast between Lewis & Clark's prolific aerial attack and Whitworth's reliance on a balanced rushing game. Spectators should watch if Whitworth can sustain long drives to limit the number of possessions for the opposing offense.
Further reading
For more on local sports coverage, see the Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Spokesman Review.
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