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title: "Laurence Manning vs. Cardinal Newman — Football Game Day — Columbia, SC — Oct 2, 2026"
url: https://www.herelexington.com/2026/10/02/laurence-manning-vs-cardinal-newman-football-2026-10-02/
date: 2026-10-02T07:49:32-04:00
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# Laurence Manning vs. Cardinal Newman — Football Game Day — Columbia, SC — Oct 2, 2026

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  PRE-GAME
  HIGH SCHOOL · 7:00 PM · Friday, October 2, 2026 
  
    
      Laurence Manning
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      vs
    
    
      Cardinal Newman
      Home
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      Laurence Manning vs. Cardinal Newman — *Friday, October 2, 2026*
      
      

HERELexington is your go-to source for everything about this upcoming Football showdown between the Laurence Manning and the Cardinal Newman. This SCHSL matchup promises competitive action in the Lexington area.

      

Get ready for game time. Both teams will be looking to make a statement, and the outcome could have implications for standings and postseason positioning.

      

Follow along at [herelexington.com](/) for live updates throughout the game. Post-game coverage, final scores, and highlights will be published shortly after the final whistle.

    
    
      
        Game At A Glance
        
          DateOctober 2, 2026
          Tip-Off7:00 PM
          LocationCardinal Newman Stadium, Columbia, SC
          DivisionHigh School — Football
          SportFootball
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## What’s Happening

  

**When and where is this happening?**
Friday, October 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET. The game takes place at Cardinal Newman Stadium, Columbia, SC.

  

**Who is playing?**
Laurence Manning faces Cardinal Newman in High School Football.

  

**Why does this matter to Lexington?**
This matchup features local teams competing in the Lexington area with direct implications for standings and community pride.

  

**What should fans know?**
Arrive early for best seating. Tweet with #LaurenceManningvsCardinalNewman_1002 for your posts to appear on this page live. Check back at [herelexington.com](/) for post-game coverage.

  

**How do I follow this game live?**
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