Prep Spotlight, a series of high school football games streamed for free at startribune.com, this week features Mankato West and Andover, prominent Class 5A teams meeting at 7 p.m. Friday at Andover.
Here's a look at the details:
Records: Each is 1-0. Andover opened with a 55-29 victory at St. Thomas Academy. Mankato West defeated Northfield 42-0. Those scores indicate a truth: If you watch, you'll see touchdowns.
Key players: Mankato West features wide receiver Jalen Smith, who has committed to the Gophers. Andover starts with quarterback Chase Pemberton, who went 17-for-22 for 206 passing yards in the opener. Cameron Begalle caught nine of those, for 91 yards.
Last season: Andover went 7-3 and lost to Elk River in the section final. Mankato West went 12-1, losing to Elk River in the Class 5A championship game.
The Prep Spotlight games are produced by Neighborhood Sports Network. The stream will be available at 7 p.m. Friday at startribune.com/sports.
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