The Central (Cape Girardeau, MO) varsity football team is set to play a neutral playoff game against Cardinal Ritter College Prep (St. Louis, MO) today at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 Missouri High School Football Playoff Brackets for the MSHSAA Class 5 tournament.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Missouri High School Football
Who: Central (MO) vs Cardinal Ritter College Prep (MO)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7 PM
Bracket: 2024 Missouri High School Football Playoff Brackets: MSHSAA – Class 5
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
How can I watch Missouri High School Football?
You can watch Missouri high school football live and on-demand through the NFHS Network. There are several ways to stream games:
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Top 25 MO High School Football Rankings
The Missouri high school football rankings show some strong contenders for the top spots, particularly with undefeated teams like Lee’s Summit North, Nixa, and Kearney holding the top 3 positions. The ratings are heavily influenced by the team’s overall record, strength of schedule, and margin of victory. Notable jumps in the rankings include St. Pius X, which moved up 11 spots, and Warrenton, which surged by 16 spots, reflecting a strong season performance. Teams like Lee’s Summit and Blue Springs South show a balance of strong records and high ratings, while schools like Liberty and Liberty North experienced mixed results despite competitive seasons.
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| # | School | Ovr. | Rating | Str. | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lee’s Summit North (Lee’s Summit) | 10-0 | 61.30 | 33.0 | — |
| 2 | Nixa | 10-0 | 52.90 | 18.7 | — |
| 3 | Blue Springs South (Blue Springs) | 8-2 | 52.20 | 34.7 | — |
| 4 | Cardinal Ritter College Prep (St. Louis) | 8-1 | 50.40 | 22.8 | — |
| 5 | Lee’s Summit | 8-2 | 49.90 | 34.5 | +1 |
| 6 | Christian Brothers (St. Louis) | 9-1 | 49.00 | 18.6 | -1 |
| 7 | Lutheran North (St. Louis) | 9-1 | 45.80 | 6.3 | — |
| 8 | Liberty | 7-3 | 44.10 | 29.1 | +3 |
| 9 | Liberty North (Liberty) | 6-4 | 42.40 | 38.7 | -1 |
| 10 | Kearney | 10-0 | 41.10 | 1.4 | -1 |
| 11 | Carthage | 9-1 | 41.10 | 19.3 | +1 |
| 12 | Blue Springs | 6-5 | 38.00 | 27.3 | +1 |
| 13 | De Smet Jesuit (St. Louis) | 8-2 | 37.80 | 19.2 | -3 |
| 14 | St. Pius X (Kansas City) | 10-1 | 37.20 | 1.6 | +11 |
| 15 | Park Hill (Kansas City) | 8-2 | 37.10 | 21.4 | -1 |
| 16 | Helias (Jefferson City) | 9-1 | 36.90 | 10.9 | +4 |
| 17 | Rockhurst (Kansas City) | 6-4 | 36.00 | 32.2 | -1 |
| 18 | Blair Oaks (Jefferson City) | 9-1 | 34.60 | 5.3 | +3 |
| 19 | Platte County (Platte City) | 10-0 | 34.30 | -2.2 | -4 |
| 20 | Seneca | 10-0 | 34.30 | 1.7 | -2 |
| 21 | Branson | 10-0 | 32.70 | 2.3 | +1 |
| 22 | Jackson | 8-2 | 32.40 | 12.3 | +2 |
| 23 | Republic | 9-2 | 32.20 | 5.6 | — |
| 24 | Lafayette (Wildwood) | 10-1 | 32.20 | 2.1 | +3 |
| 25 | Warrenton | 10-0 | 31.30 | -2.4 | +16 |
Top 25 High School Football Rankings
The national ranking of high school football teams is an essential tool to gauge the overall strength of programs across the United States. Teams like Mater Dei from California, Milton from Georgia, and Duncanville from Texas are consistently at the top with undefeated records, showcasing dominance in their respective states. These rankings are influenced by factors such as win-loss records, strength of schedule, and the performance of individual players. Top-ranked schools like Bishop Gorman (NV) and Carrollton (GA) continue to compete at the highest level, often producing future college and NFL talent. The rankings reflect the diverse geographical talent and competitive nature of high school football across the nation.
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| # | School | State | Ovr. | +/– |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mater Dei (Santa Ana) | CA | 9-0 | — |
| 2 | Milton | GA | 10-0 | — |
| 3 | Duncanville | TX | 9-0 | — |
| 4 | Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas) | NV | 9-1 | — |
| 5 | Carrollton | GA | 10-0 | — |
| 6 | North Shore (Houston) | TX | 10-0 | — |
| 7 | St. John Bosco (Bellflower) | CA | 9-1 | — |
| 8 | St. Frances Academy (Baltimore) | MD | 7-3 | — |
| 9 | Mission Viejo | CA | 10-0 | — |
| 10 | North Crowley (Fort Worth) | TX | 10-0 | — |
| 11 | Archbishop Spalding (Severn) | MD | 11-0 | — |
| 12 | Buford | GA | 9-1 | — |
| 13 | Boyle County (Danville) | KY | 11-0 | — |
| 14 | Lakeland | FL | 9-0 | — |
| 15 | Chaminade-Madonna (Hollywood) | FL | 8-2 | — |
| 16 | Orange Lutheran (Orange) | CA | 7-3 | — |
| 17 | IMG Academy (Bradenton) | FL | 7-2 | — |
| 18 | Venice | FL | 9-1 | — |
| 19 | Atascocita (Humble) | TX | 9-1 | — |
| 20 | Corner Canyon (Draper) | UT | 11-1 | — |
| 21 | Bergen Catholic (Oradell) | NJ | 8-1 | — |
| 22 | De La Salle (Concord) | CA | 10-0 | — |
| 23 | Centennial (Corona) | CA | 8-2 | — |
| 24 | DeMatha (Hyattsville) | MD | 8-1 | — |
| 25 | DeSoto | TX | 8-2 | — |
