A new era of Emporia High Spartan football begins Friday night.
Kaden Glinsmann begins his tenure as the Spartans’ head coach when they host Pittsburg.
Glinsmann says he’s excited for the season opener after months of preparation since being hired in May.
Glinsmann says his key for the Spartans to start the season 1-0 is blocking and tackling.
Senior Cooper Rech says Pittsburg will be a challenge.
Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. Due to coverage of Kansas football vs. Missouri State on 14 KVOE-AM/96.9 FM, the game will be broadcast on Mix 104.9 with pregame coverage beginning around 6:40 p.m.