Joplin Eagles visit Willard Tigers on Oct. 17 in non‑league matchup

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Joplin (the Eagles) travels to Willard, Mo., to take on the Willard Tigers on Friday, Oct. 17. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. Central at Willard — the game page is on SBLive: https://scorebooklive.com/missouri/football/games/5768135-joplin-vs-willard

Quick facts

• Matchup: Joplin Eagles at Willard Tigers

• Date/time: Friday, Oct. 17 — 7 p.m. Central

• Location: Willard, Mo.

• Game page: https://scorebooklive.com/missouri/football/games/5768135-joplin-vs-willard

• Joplin Eagles: https://scorebooklive.com/missouri/football/teams/242921-joplin-eagles (SBLive fans: 10)

• Willard Tigers: https://scorebooklive.com/missouri/football/teams/245224-willard-tigers (SBLive fans: 6)

Why this game matters

Last time these programs met — Oct. 18, 2024 — Joplin rolled to a 35-0 victory in Joplin, building an early lead and never looking back. Willard will be looking for a response on its home field, while Joplin aims to carry momentum into a key stretch that includes a home date with Webb City the following week (Webb City at Joplin, Oct. 24). Willard’s next game after this one is at Republic on Oct. 23.

Notes for fans

• No official streaming or ticket links are listed on the SBLive game page; follow the game page for any updates: https://scorebooklive.com/missouri/football/games/5768135-joplin-vs-willard

• Weather forecasts for the game are available on the game page closer to kickoff — check there for the latest on conditions in Willard, Mo.

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