The Big Horn (WY) varsity football team will face off against Cokeville (WY) in a neutral playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 12:00 p.m. and will take place at War Memorial Stadium in Laramie, WY.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Wyoming High School Football
Who: Big Horn (WY) vs Cokeville (WY)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 12:00. p.m. ET
“2024 WHSAA State Football Championships – 2A”
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
The 2024-25 Wyoming high school football season has seen Cokeville and Big Horn emerge as formidable teams. Their records, statistics, and performance against common opponents tell a story of contrasting styles and strengths that make this matchup a fascinating one. Here’s a detailed comparison of these two programs.
Overall Records and Rankings
Cokeville Panthers
- Class: 4
- Record: 7-3 (5-2 in conference)
- Home Record: 3-0
- Away Record: 3-3
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Overall Win %: 70%
- Conference Win %: 71.4%
- Points For (PF): 245
- Points Against (PA): 183
Big Horn Rams
- Class: 1
- Record: 10-0 (7-0 in conference)
- Home Record: 6-0
- Away Record: 4-0
- Win %: 100%
- Conference Win %: 100%
- Points For (PF): 409
- Points Against (PA): 104
Big Horn’s undefeated season places them among the top teams in Wyoming, with dominance in both conference and non-conference games. Cokeville has had a solid season as well, showing resilience and strength in conference play, despite three total losses.
Scoring Averages by Quarter
A look at the teams’ scoring averages provides insight into their play styles:
Cokeville Scoring Averages:
- Q1: 0 points
- Q2: 14.0 points
- Q3: 7.5 points
- Q4: 7.5 points
- Final Average: 24.5 points per game
Big Horn Scoring Averages:
- Q1: 14.4 points
- Q2: 15.3 points
- Q3: 10.9 points
- Q4: 4.3 points
- Final Average: 40.9 points per game
Big Horn has demonstrated a strong first-half performance, often establishing an early lead and maintaining it. Cokeville tends to pick up momentum after the first quarter, but their slower start could put them at a disadvantage if Big Horn’s high-scoring first quarter trend holds.
Performance Against Common Opponents
Both teams faced three common opponents: Worland, Lovell, and Newcastle. Here’s how each team fared:
- Cokeville: 2-1 against common opponents
- Big Horn: 4-0 against common opponents
Key Results:
- Worland: Cokeville won 22-7; Big Horn won 34-13.
- Lovell: Cokeville lost 47-20; Big Horn won twice, 28-24 and 35-25.
- Newcastle: Cokeville won 28-20; Big Horn won 50-7.
Big Horn has shown dominance over these shared opponents, often winning by a larger margin than Cokeville. Notably, Big Horn defeated Lovell twice, including a decisive playoff win, while Cokeville suffered a significant loss against them.
Record Breakdown
| Category | Cokeville | Big Horn |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Record | 7-3 | 10-0 |
| League Record | 5-2 | 7-0 |
| Non-League Record | 0-1 | 1-0 |
| Home Record | 3-0 | 6-0 |
| Away Record | 3-3 | 4-0 |
| Playoff Record | 2-0 | 2-0 |
Both teams are currently undefeated in playoffs, with Cokeville playing particularly well at home. Big Horn’s undefeated away record further showcases their adaptability and strength in different environments.
Final Thoughts
Big Horn has demonstrated consistency, strong defense, and offensive power, reflected in their impressive season averages and margin of victory. Cokeville, while slightly behind in record and offensive averages, has shown resilience and the ability to perform under playoff pressure. Should these two teams meet in the playoffs, Big Horn would likely enter as the favorite due to their undefeated record and stronger performances against common opponents. However, Cokeville’s adaptability and experience in close games could make it an exciting contest.
