The Blazer (Ashland, KY) varsity football team will play a neutral-site playoff game against Corbin (KY) on Friday, November 22, at 7:30 p.m. This game is part of the “2024 Kentucky High School Football Playoff Brackets: KHSAA – Class 4A” tournament.

What: Kentucky High School Football
Who: Blazer (KY) vs Corbin (KY)
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Kentucky High School Football Playoff Brackets: KHSAA – Class 4A
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

A Tale of Two Kentucky Football Titans: Corbin vs. Blazer

In the world of high school football in Kentucky, two teams are emerging as standout performers in the 2024-2025 season: Corbin and Blazer. Both schools boast an impressive record, with an identical overall win-loss mark of 11-1, but there are intriguing distinctions when it comes to their respective season breakdowns, scoring, and head-to-head performance. Here’s a closer look at how these two teams compare and what makes them stand out this year.

Corbin’s Season Overview

Corbin has enjoyed a dominant season, securing an 11-1 overall record, including a perfect 3-0 record in district play. Their offense has been potent, averaging 43.0 points per game, with a defense that has only allowed 199 points across the season, showcasing their defensive prowess. The Redhounds have been particularly strong at home, boasting a 6-0 record at their own stadium, while they have also proven themselves on the road with a 3-1 record. Their lone loss came from a non-district matchup.

In terms of scoring, Corbin has shown consistency across all four quarters. Their first quarter averages 9.3 points, improving to 11.7 points in the second quarter before hitting 12.7 in the third, finishing with 9.3 in the fourth. Their balanced attack reflects a team that can control the tempo and finish strong.

Blazer’s Season Overview

Blazer, like Corbin, also holds an 11-1 overall record, with a 4-0 mark in district play. The Blazers’ offense has been similarly potent, scoring 43.5 points per game and surrendering 184 points, just slightly less than Corbin. Their perfect 5-0 record in away games underscores their ability to win in hostile environments, while their home record stands at 6-1.

Blazer has been particularly strong in the second quarter, where they average 15.5 points, compared to Corbin’s 11.7. They average 12.3 points in the first quarter, but their scoring drops off in the third and fourth, with 7.7 and 7.5 points respectively. This suggests that the Blazers are often at their best in the middle of the game, but could be vulnerable in the latter stages.

Common Opponents

One of the most telling ways to compare teams is through their performance against common opponents. Both Corbin and Blazer faced Johnson Central, and both teams emerged victorious.

• Corbin defeated Johnson Central 56-51 in an away game on October 4, 2024.
• Blazer triumphed over Johnson Central 41-36 in a home game on October 25, 2024.

While both teams won, Corbin’s margin of victory was more significant, winning by a five-point difference, while Blazer’s victory was by just five points as well, showing both teams’ ability to grind out close victories.

Record Breakdown

• Home Record: Corbin has been near-perfect at home, finishing the season with a 6-0 record. Blazer also has an impressive home mark at 6-1.
• Away Record: On the road, Corbin holds a 3-1 record, while Blazer has been more dominant away, going 5-0.
• Neutral Site: Neither team has played a neutral-site game this season, but they each hold solid records when facing teams in their districts.

Head-to-Head Comparison

While both teams have yet to face each other in the 2024-2025 season, it is clear that they are among the best in Kentucky football. Their records suggest that they are contenders for regional supremacy, and the eventual showdown between the two will likely determine who claims the top spot.

Conclusion

Corbin and Blazer’s stellar records speak for themselves, with both teams dominating their districts and proving resilient against common opponents. Corbin’s consistent scoring across all quarters, coupled with a strong defense, contrasts with Blazer’s potent second-quarter offense and solid road performance. With both teams heading into playoff season, their ability to execute in key moments will determine who comes out on top in what promises to be an exciting end to the season.

As they prepare for their final stretch of games, fans of both schools can look forward to watching two of Kentucky’s finest football programs battle it out for supremacy. The competition between Corbin and Blazer this season has been fierce—and it is clear that these two teams will continue to leave their mark on Kentucky high school football for years to come.