Longview-Tyler football game date changed

Because of the threat of inclement weather, the date of this week’s football game between Longview and Tyler High has been been changed.

The top-ranked Lobos and Lions will now meet on Thursday at Christus Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled or 7 p.m.

Sub-varsity games have also been changed and will be played at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday.

According to Longview head football coach and athletic director John King, this was a mutual agreement between both districts due to the forecast of inclement weather on Friday.