The Red Demons host the Wichita West Pioneers to open the 2022 Season at Memorial Stadium.
- This will be the 23rd meeting all-time between the two schools, with the first game played in 1976.
- The Red Demons and Pioneers are tied for the longest winning streak in the series at five, with the Demons winning consecutive games from 1977-1992 and the Pioneers winning games from 1993-2001.
- The Red Demons defeated the Pioneers 28-6 last season on their way to a 6-3 record.
- Friday Night’s home opener is the annual Ring of Honor Game. This year’s inductees both have ties to Red Demon Football. Doral Grose is the author of the Golden Jubilee, a history book that follows Red Demon Football from 1898 until 1972. Dick Masters is the all-time winningest football coach in DCHS history. Also at halftime, the 1970 State Championship will be honored with a commemorative ring ceremony.