The Declo (ID) varsity football team will face Firth (ID) in a neutral-site playoff game on Saturday, November 16, at 4:00 PM. This matchup is part of the “2024 IDHSAA Idaho Football State Championship – 3A” tournament.

What: Idaho High School Football
Who: Declo (ID) vs Firth (ID)
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 4:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 IDHSAA Idaho Football State Championship – 3A
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Firth vs. Declo: A Playoff Clash of Idaho Football Titans

As the Firth (ID) Cougars prepare to face off against the Declo (ID) Hornets in a highly anticipated neutral playoff game on Saturday, November 16, all eyes will be on two teams with impressive records and different paths to success this season.

Season Overview

Firth enters the matchup with a solid 7-2 record, an undefeated conference slate (4-0), and a well-rounded team that has performed effectively at home and on the road. Declo, however, boasts a more dominant 9-1 overall record, with their only loss coming in conference play. Both teams have excelled, but Declo has demonstrated a particularly stifling defense, allowing only 63 points all season compared to Firth’s 109.

Scoring and Performance Breakdown

Firth averages 27.7 points per game, with a strong finish in the fourth quarter, averaging 10 points in that frame alone. Declo, on the other hand, has a slightly lower average of 26.1 points per game, but their balanced scoring across all quarters has been a key to their success.

Despite these averages, Declo has the edge in head-to-head play, having defeated Firth 22-7 in their previous meeting on September 20. That game showcased Declo’s defensive prowess, as they held Firth to a single touchdown.

Common Opponents

Both teams share two common opponents: West Side and Soda Springs. Declo swept both matchups, including a gritty 6-0 win over West Side and a dominant 47-0 performance against Soda Springs. Firth split their games against these opponents, suffering a 33-19 loss to West Side but rebounding with a resounding 43-0 win over Soda Springs.

Key Statistics

• Firth Cougars
  • Overall Record: 7-2
  • Conference Record: 4-0
  • Points For: 249
  • Points Against: 109
• Declo Hornets
  • Overall Record: 9-1
  • Conference Record: 4-1
  • Points For: 261
  • Points Against: 63

What to Watch

Firth will look to break through Declo’s defense by leveraging their fourth-quarter scoring strength. However, they must contain Declo’s consistent scoring across all quarters to stay in the game. Declo, on the other hand, will aim to replicate their success from the previous matchup by shutting down Firth’s offense early and controlling the tempo.

With a playoff atmosphere and high stakes, this rematch promises to be a hard-fought battle between two well-matched teams. Will Declo continue their dominance, or can Firth turn the tide and advance further in the postseason? Football fans won’t want to miss this exciting clash on Saturday.