According to one metric, the 5-0 Panorama Panthers are an underdog tonight against visiting 4-1 Van Meter. The algorithm of Iowa high school football analyst BCMoore has Van Meter favored by 9 points. Coach Lyle Alumbaugh knows it’s a tough Van Meter Bulldogs opposition and is glad his team has the home field advantage. “We’re happy to at home, though. I think that will a plus, no question.”

Kickoff scheduled for 7 p.m.