TOPEKA — The outcome from the Highland Park vs FL Schlagle football game has been finalized. The game between the two Meadowlark opponents was halted in the third quarter due to a fight on Friday, Sept. 19.
The Scots were leading 30-12 with 1:17 left in the third quarter. A fight erupted on the field with punches thrown. This fight forced game officials and police officers to call an end to the game.
The Kansas State High School Activities Association told the Capital-Journal on Monday, Sept. 22, that the Scots would receive the win from the Week 3 game.
Highland Park vs FL Schlagle game is ended due to this fight.
The Scots were leading 36-18 with 1:17 left in the Q3. pic.twitter.com/XTSmeY3Y6j
— Liam (@liamkeating7) September 19, 2025
The two teams are forced to forfeit their Week 4 games on Sept. 26. Highland Park (3-1) was scheduled to face JC Harmon (1-3) on the road. The Scots will suffer their first loss of the season due to this forfeit, giving JC Harmon their first win of the season, too. Schlagle (1-3) was scheduled to face Atchison (3-1) at home and will be forced to take a loss that matchup, as well.
The KSHSAA shared suspensions have also been determined by Highland Park and Schlagle players for their involvement in the fight.
Liam Keating covers high school sports for The Topeka Capital-Journal. Send stats or information to him at Lkeating@gannett.com
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