Unbeaten Jackson climbs to No. 2 in poll

Jackson's dramatic victory 21-20 over then-No. 2 ranked Eureka on Friday night was noted statewide, as the Indians climbed three spots to claim the Wildcats' ranking in Class 5 in the Missouri sportswriters and broadcasters poll.

Jackson, which improved to 8-0 with the victory in its District 1 opener, collected 41 points. Kirkwood (7-0) continued to lead Class 5 with all 12 first-place votes for 60 points.

Jackson, ranked No. 5 for the past several weeks, was followed this week by Park Hill (6-2), Hazelwood East (7-1) and Waynesville (7-1). Eureka (7-1) fell just out of the top five with 11 points.

The Indians travel to Parkway West on Friday for a 7 p.m. kickoff and can clinch the district title with a victory over the Longhorns and if Eureka defeats Seckman.

-- Southeast Missourian