Sentinels Head to NP for Annual Thanksgiving Football Contest

The 41-year Thanksgiving Day rivalry continues on Thursday, as the Smithfield High School varsity football squad travels to North Providence High School for a scheduled 10:30 am contest.

In the history of the annual game, the Sentinals hold a 24-16 edge with one tie recorded since 1970.

Smithfield and North Providence finish the year mid-pack in Division IV, with the Cougars carrying a 6-3 overall record, good for third place, and the Sentinels holding fifth place with a .500 record.

Here's the run-down of Thursday's contest:

What: Smithfield High School and North Providence High School varsity football teams face off in the annual Thanksgiving Day game.

Where: North Providence High School, 1828 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence.

When: Thursday, Nov. 22, 10:30 am

How to Get There: Take Douglas Pike (Rte. 7) south to Mineral Spring Avenue. Take a right. The high school is on the left, about 3/4 mile ahead.

History: Smithfield and North Providence have played 41 times on Thanksgiving since 1970. Sentinals leads the series, 24-16, with one tie.