Not only is the Anderson-Glen Este game always a good rivalry, but Friday night it will provide significant Harbin computer points for the playoffs.

While Glen Este is likely in the playoffs in Division I, Anderson is looking to solidify its chances in Division II.

Anderson (5-2, 2-0 Fort Ancient Valley Conference Buckeye division) is at Glen Este (5-2, 2-0) at 7:30 p.m. Friday.

Both coaches have a great deal of respect for each other’s programs and know what’s at stake in this game.

“Anderson is always a tough game for us,” Glen Este coach Zak Taylor said. “They don’t like to lose to us. They have great tradition and are well-coached.”

Anderson defeated Loveland 21-7 last week while the Trojans defeated Milford 45-13.

Anderson is led by senior running back Elijah Storey, who is second in the FAVC in rushing with 881 yards. Junior quarterback Daniel Rod is fifth in the league in passing with 906 yards.

“Elijah and Daniel did a nice job the second half against Loveland,” Anderson coach Jeff Giesting said. “We struggled a bit in the first half, but made some plays after halftime to take control of the game.”

Offensively, Glen Este is led by sophomore running back Kyle Slater, who has rushed for 703 yards on 100 carries and nine touchdowns. Defensively, junior defensive end Matt Perry has 3.5 sacks and a forced fumble. Perry is tied for third in sacks in the league. 

“If we want to win the game we will have to be very efficient on offense,” Taylor said. “(We need) lots of first downs and score every time we get to the red zone.  Defensively we can't give up any big plays.”