Class AAA football enters week nine with key highlights from week eight, showcasing the Lewis County Minutemen's improvement and the Princeton Tigers' victory. Upcoming matchups are critical for playoff implications, especially for Lewis County against Philip Barber and the Elkins Tigers. Spring Valley faces a tough game against Beckley, while the Winfield Wildcats aim to break a statistical oddity against Nitro. The Ripley Vikings hold a strong playoff position against Wayne, who is dealing with injuries.