Week 5 Results, Homecoming Fever & the County Game of the Week
Week 5 of the 2026 season is in the books, and it sets up one of the biggest Friday nights of the fall. Wilmington fell 18-13 to Chillicothe at Alumni Field in a back-and-forth game, Clinton-Massie won 34-6 at Monroe, Goshen topped Blanchester 57-24, and Gamble Montessori edged East Clinton 24-7. Now homecoming week arrives: Wilmington hosts Western Brown, Clinton-Massie welcomes New Richmond, and Blanchester hosts East Clinton in the county showdown.
The Friday night lights burned bright across Clinton County again. Chillicothe's ground game rolled up 267 rushing yards and three touchdowns in a tight game that saw three lead changes, and the Hurricane could not quite close the gap in the final minutes. Clinton-Massie kept its winning momentum rolling with a 34-6 victory on the road, while Blanchester and East Clinton both took tough results that they can leave behind with a rivalry game on Friday.
Rooted in Wilmington, Glasshouse Realty proudly serves Clinton County and surrounding communities. We live here, our kids go to school here, and we believe in the organizations that invest in our students. Here is your Week 5 recap, the full September 25 homecoming slate, and every way you can show up for Clinton County student-athletes this week.
Week 5 Scoreboard: A Tight One at Home & a Road Win for the Falcons
Chillicothe 18, Wilmington 13
Home at Alumni Field • Friday, Sept 18
A back-and-forth game with three lead changes came down to the final minutes. Chillicothe's rushing attack piled up 267 yards and three touchdowns, and the Hurricane could not find the go-ahead score. The loss drops Wilmington to 2-3, with an immediate bounce-back shot on homecoming night Friday. (Source: Wilmington News Journal)
Clinton-Massie 34, Monroe 6
Away at Monroe • Friday, Sept 18
The Falcons handled business on the road and stay firmly in the SBAAC American Division picture. The Clinton-Massie Athletics Boosters keep the "4 Quarter Drive" capital campaign moving as the team celebrates homecoming at home Friday. (Source: Wilmington News Journal)
Goshen 57, Blanchester 24
Home • Friday, Sept 18
Goshen's offense proved too much for the Wildcats, but this is a reset week: Blanchester plays host to East Clinton in the county's game of the night on Friday. The Athletic Boosters of Blanchester are planning a full home-stand operation. (Source: Wilmington News Journal)
Gamble Montessori 24, East Clinton 7
Friday, Sept 18
The Astros dropped to 0-5, and the week still offers a fresh start: a county rivalry trip to Blanchester on Friday. The East Clinton Athletic Boosters continue to rally volunteer support for concessions and team support as the Astros chase their first win. (Source: Joe Eitel / MaxPreps)
Homecoming Week Has Arrived: Parades, Pep Rallies & the Chili Supper
This is the week every booster club plans for. Two homecoming celebrations, one county rivalry, and more volunteers needed than any other Friday of the season. Here is what the official school and district sources have announced:
Wilmington Hurricane: Homecoming at Alumni Field
Homecoming week at Wilmington City Schools peaks Thursday evening with the homecoming parade and a community pep rally at Alumni Field, ahead of Friday's game against Western Brown. The official district homecoming announcement lists the parade route and start time; school-community members are encouraged to line the route and then walk over for the pep rally. The annual Wilmington High School Band Chili Supper also returns before Friday's kickoff: tickets are $8 at the door, from a band member, or online at wilmingtonbands.ludus.com, and every plate funds the band program.
Clinton-Massie Falcons: Homecoming in Clarksville
Clinton-Massie celebrates homecoming Friday night when New Richmond visits, with the homecoming parade rolling through campus Thursday and the game at 7:00 PM. The Wilmington News Journal's homecoming coverage shows how the Falcons community turns out: parade floats, the marching band, and a packed stadium. The Clinton-Massie Athletics Boosters run the concession stand for what should be the biggest home crowd of the season.
Friday Night Preview: Homecoming on Both Ends & a County Showdown
Friday, September 25 stacks up as one of the season's best nights: two homecoming games and a Clinton County rivalry all at 7:00 PM. Here is the full board:
Wilmington Hurricane vs. Western Brown (Homecoming)
Home at Alumni Field • 7:00 PM
Homecoming night is the Hurricane's biggest crowd of the year, and the Wilmington Hurricane Boosters Association is the volunteer engine behind it: concession shifts, parking and gate help, and homecoming festivities all need hands. Athletic season passes for 2026-27 remain on sale, and the band chili supper starts the evening before kickoff. (Source: MaxPreps Wilmington)
Clinton-Massie Falcons vs. New Richmond (Homecoming)
Home • 7:00 PM
Coming off the 34-6 road win at Monroe, the Falcons celebrate homecoming against New Richmond. The Clinton-Massie Athletics Boosters are running concessions at full capacity, and the "4 Quarter Drive" campaign continues to accept memberships, sponsorships, and donations for the track and turf project. (Source: MaxPreps Clinton-Massie)
Blanchester Wildcats vs. East Clinton Astros (County Rivalry)
Home at Barbour Memorial Field • 7:00 PM
The game of the night is a Clinton County rivalry: Blanchester hosts East Clinton. The Athletic Boosters of Blanchester are preparing a full home-stand operation, and the East Clinton Athletic Boosters are coordinating support for the traveling side. Bragging rights are on the line in front of both communities. (Source: MaxPreps Blanchester / MaxPreps East Clinton)
Booster Clubs in Action: Where Your Support Goes This Fall
While the players are on the field, the boosters are working behind the scenes to make it all happen. Here is a snapshot of what each organization is focused on as the season rolls into October:
The "4 Quarter Drive" capital campaign to expand the track to eight lanes and replace the aging turf field continues, and every donation is tax-deductible through the group's 501(c)(3) status. Annual memberships start at $50, corporate sponsorship packages are still open, and the boosters are staffing the biggest home game of the season Friday. Explore cmathleticsboosters.org, join as a member, or give directly to the turf replacement fund.
Volunteer sign-ups are open for concessions, field crew help, and team meal coordination as the Astros hit the road Friday. On the fundraiser calendar: a spaghetti dinner, the football and basketball golf outing, and a baseball golf outing held at Elks 797 Golf Course, all planned for later this fall. The boosters also recently helped fund a $5,000 volleyball program project. See the East Clinton Athletics booster page for dates and sign-ups.
The boosters describe their mission simply: supporting Hurricane student-athletes, including scholarships, through concession sales, memberships, and season passes. Homecoming night is the season's biggest volunteer lift, so concession help and event volunteers are especially welcome. Visit the Wilmington High School Boosters page for how to help.
Membership renewals for 2026-27 are open at $50 per year, and the club is gearing up for the home stretch at Barbour Memorial Field starting with Friday's rivalry game. Look for home-game fundraisers through the rest of the season, and mark your calendar: the annual Blue Tie Event returns in the spring to honor Wildcat coaching legends. Visit blanathleticboosters.org for membership and volunteer details.
The marching band is the heartbeat of Friday nights, and homecoming is its busiest week of the fall: the parade Thursday and the game Friday, followed by a busy competition season. The band boosters support uniforms, instruments, and travel. Visit the Clinton-Massie Band Boosters page for meeting dates and how to get involved.
This Week in Fall Sports: Beyond Friday Night
Football gets the spotlight, but Clinton County programs across the fall sports calendar are putting together strong weeks:
Clinton-Massie varsity volleyball snapped a four-match skid with a 3-0 sweep of Bethel-Tate last week, winning 25-15, 25-21, and 25-15. It is the kind of momentum win the Falcons can build on heading into the league stretch. (Source: Wilmington News Journal)
East Clinton's fast start has it holding a spot near the top of its division standings, and the Astros keep playing a demanding league schedule as October approaches. (Source: MaxPreps East Clinton)
Clinton-Massie middle school volleyball split a home-and-away set with Fairfield late last week, with the eighth-grade team taking its match 26-24 and 25-18. The feeder programs are a big reason the varsity pipeline stays strong. (Source: Wilmington News Journal)
Soccer programs across the county are deep into league play, golf teams are positioning for their conference finals, and cross country runners keep building toward championship season in October. Check each school's athletic schedule page for the latest match times and locations.
Quick Reference: Key Dates This Week & Next
Thursday, Sept 24
Wilmington homecoming parade & community pep rally at Alumni Field (official route and start time on the district announcement); Clinton-Massie homecoming parade on campus
Friday, Sept 25 • 7:00 PM
Wilmington vs. Western Brown (Homecoming, Alumni Field, with the Band Chili Supper before kickoff) • Clinton-Massie vs. New Richmond (Homecoming) • Blanchester vs. East Clinton (Barbour Memorial Field)
All season long
Booster memberships, "4 Quarter Drive" donations, and game-day volunteer shifts across all four Clinton County schools
A note on schedules
High school schedules do change. Weather, reschedules, and late-season moves happen, so the confirmed source is always the school, the district, or the athletic department itself. Check the official schedule pages linked above before you load up the car.
Why Your Support Matters: Every Dollar Stays Local
When you buy a bowl of chili before kickoff, sign up for a booster membership, or volunteer at the concession stand, the money and the time stay right here in Clinton County. They become new uniforms for the marching band, turf repair and track resurfacing at Clinton-Massie, team meals for the Astros, and scholarships for Hurricane student-athletes. The "4 Quarter Drive" is a perfect example: every tax-deductible donation goes directly toward facilities that every Falcon athlete will use for years.
This is what community looks like. It is parents behind the concession window on homecoming night, local businesses sponsoring a program, and families showing up to cheer for kids who wear the same school colors. A rivalry game, two homecomings, and a community that always shows up, that is Clinton County in the fall.
Support Clinton County Student-Athletes This Homecoming Weekend
Whether you buy a band chili ticket, sign up for a booster membership, volunteer a shift, or just show up Friday night with the family, your support makes a difference. Clinton County's student-athletes are counting on their community, and the community always shows up.
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Save This Social Caption for Game Day
Homecoming week is here, Clinton County. Friday night: Wilmington hosts Western Brown at Alumni Field with the band chili supper before kickoff, Clinton-Massie celebrates homecoming against New Richmond, and Blanchester takes on East Clinton in the county showdown. Week 5 is in the books: Wilmington 2-3 after a tight 18-13 game, Clinton-Massie won 34-6 at Monroe, and both Blanchester and East Clinton are ready to reset. Come early, cheer loud, and support the boosters. See you at the game!
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