The Bedford (NH) varsity football team will play a neutral-site playoff game against Alvirne (Hudson, NH) today. This matchup is part of the “2024 New Hampshire High School Football Playoff Brackets: NHIAA – Division I” tournament.
Bedford vs Alvirne Game Info:
What: New Hampshire High School Football Playoffs
Who: Bedford vs Alvirne
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: TBD
Bracket: 2024 New Hampshire High School Football Playoff Brackets: NHIAA – Division I
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Game preview: Bedford vs Alvirne
As the 2024-25 high school football season unfolds, the top teams in New Hampshire’s Division 8 are showing impressive performances. Among the standout teams, Alvirne and Bedford are leading the way, each with strong records and noteworthy statistics.
Alvirne (24-25)
Overall Record: 7-3
League Record: 3-3
Home Record: 5-1
Away Record: 2-2
Win Percentage: .700
League Percentage: .500
Points For: 285
Points Against: 193
Alvirne’s 7-3 record reflects a solid season with strong performances at home, where they are 5-1. However, their 3-3 league record suggests that consistency in division matchups has been a challenge. Despite this, they’ve shown a powerful offensive game with 285 points scored, averaging 28.5 points per game. Their defense has allowed 193 points, giving up an average of 19.3 per game.
Bedford (24-25)
Overall Record: 9-0
League Record: 6-0
Home Record: 4-0
Away Record: 5-0
Win Percentage: 1.000
League Percentage: 1.000
Points For: 316
Points Against: 90
Bedford has had a perfect season so far, going 9-0 with an unblemished 6-0 record in league play. Their defense has been particularly impressive, allowing just 90 points all season (an average of 10 points per game). Their offense has been equally dominant, averaging 35.1 points per game with 316 total points scored.
Team Scoring Averages
- Alvirne: 28.5 points per game
- Bedford: 35.1 points per game
While both teams have been productive offensively, Bedford has the edge in scoring, averaging over 35 points per game compared to Alvirne’s 28.5. This gap highlights Bedford’s consistent ability to outscore opponents, particularly in the second and third quarters, where they average 14 and 21 points, respectively.
Common Opponents
Both teams faced common opponents during the season, with varying results:
- Keene:
- Alvirne: 41-12 win
- Bedford: 28-0 win
- Pinkerton:
- Alvirne: 30-17 loss
- Bedford: 28-25 win
Alvirne and Bedford both emerged victorious against Keene, with Alvirne securing a dominant 41-12 win and Bedford winning 28-0. However, in their matchups against Pinkerton, Alvirne suffered a 30-17 loss, while Bedford narrowly defeated Pinkerton 28-25, showcasing Bedford’s ability to win close games.
Record Breakdown
| Category | Alvirne | Bedford |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 7-3 | 9-0 |
| League | 3-3 | 6-0 |
| Non-League | 3-0 | 3-0 |
| Home | 5-1 | 4-0 |
| Away | 2-2 | 5-0 |
| Playoff | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| In-State | 7-3 | 8-0 |
| Out-of-State | 0-0 | 1-0 |
Alvirne’s record reflects a mixed season with a strong out-of-league performance, while Bedford remains unbeaten both in-state and out-of-state.
Conclusion
The 2024-25 football season is shaping up to be a competitive one in New Hampshire’s Division 8, with Bedford clearly outshining Alvirne in terms of overall performance and consistency. While Alvirne has had notable wins and a strong showing at home, Bedford’s perfect record, coupled with their dominant defense and high-scoring offense, makes them the team to beat. As both teams continue their campaigns, their performances against other rivals will be pivotal in determining their playoff paths and overall standing in the state.
