CivicEugene· Saturday, October 31, 2026
Sheldon wins 30–27 on a late fourth-down touchdown
Both rivals finish with a share of the league title and advance to the playoffs.
A late fourth-and-goal touchdown from the 3-yard line put Sheldon ahead of Willamette, and the Irish held on for a 30–27 win Friday, Lookout reports.
Both teams finished 7–2 overall and 3–1 in league play. They share the league championship, with Sheldon taking the league's top playoff seed. The result also marks a substantial turnaround from Sheldon's 2–7 season a year earlier.
Field notes
What changed: Friday's rivalry game settled the league's top playoff seed.
Why it matters: The postseason includes both schools, despite the head-to-head result.
Who may be affected: Sheldon and Willamette school communities.