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FootballMatthew C. Perry (3-1) vs. Robert D. Edgren (2-3) When — 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2014.Where — Bonk Field, Yokota Air Base, Japan.What — Second of two regular-season games between the DODDS Japan Division II schools, which in all likelihood will determine which of the two hosts the Far East title game on Nov. 7; the DODDS Japan winner hosts in even-numbered years and the DODDS Korea winner in odd-numbered years.Players to watch — In games against D-II opponents, Caeleb Ricafrente has amassed 210 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 35 carries, while Mick Carreiro has accumulated 261 yards and six scores on 54 attempts for Perry. Edgren’s Daniel Lovett has accounted for 546 all-purpose yards and seven TDs and Shawn Robinson 559 yards and seven touchdowns.Also — The Samurai will take a huge step toward hosting the D-II final if they beat Edgren or lose by 19 or fewer points. If the Eagles win by at least 20, the teams split the season series and it will come down to point differential in all DODDS Japan D-II games; that won’t be determined until Zama visits Perry on Oct. 25.Nile C. Kinnick at American School In Japan, 5:30 p.m. Friday. Key in determining the Kanto Plain Association of Secondary Schools title; host Mustangs are defending champions, while Red Devils haven’t won the title since 1998. Showcasing Kinnick RB Dre Paylor (1,224 yards, 17 TDs, 106 carries, all Pacific season highs).

VolleyballOkinawa District Volleyball Festival, Saturday and Sunday at Kadena Air Base. Annual event featuring DODDS’ two Okinawa schools, Kadena and Kubasaki, and several Japanese teams. Dragons have been successful this season against Japanese teams and may be in line to win this event for the first time.

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