When New Prague High School’s football team takes the field tonight, Thursday, Sept. 3, 7 p.m. at Trojan Stadium, opening the season with a strong showing will be important.

The Trojans open the season against Hastings, a team they fell to a year ago, 20-17. NP will host St. Francis Sept. 11, 7 p.m. New Prague is looking to open its season with strong showings en route to a solid season and a favorable seeding for post-season play.