The Hillcrest Knights (7-3) varsity football team from Idaho Falls, ID, will face the Blackfoot Broncos (6-4) in a high-stakes home playoff game on Friday, November 8 at 7 p.m. With both teams eager to advance, fans can expect an intense showdown as the Knights look to leverage their home-field advantage.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Idaho High School Football
Who: Hillcrest (ID) vs Blackfoot (ID)
When: Friday, November 8 , 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network
How to watch: Fans can subscribe to NFHS Sports Network, a nationwide streaming platform for more than 9,000 high school sports. You can find the list of available schools here.
How much does it cost: An annual subscription cost $79.99, or you can pay monthly for $11.99 per month.
Can you watch it on your phone or TV? NFHS Network is available on smart TVs like Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire and Google Chromecast, as well as on iOS and Android smart phones.
Top 25 ID High School Football Rankings
In the latest high school football state rankings, Rocky Mountain (Meridian) leads with a 9-0 record and an impressive rating of 50.90. Rigby, close behind, holds an 8-1 record with the strongest strength of schedule (26.7) in the top tier. Madison (Rexburg) and Coeur d’Alene follow, each showcasing a strong season. Bishop Kelly (Boise) and Middleton made significant gains in the rankings, moving up five and six spots, respectively. Minico (Rupert) achieved the most substantial climb, jumping nine places. The rankings reflect competitive play across Idaho schools, with shifts indicating robust performances as the season progresses.
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| # | School | Ovr. | Rating | Str. | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rocky Mountain (Meridian) | 9-0 | 50.90 | 16.8 | — |
| 2 | Rigby | 8-1 | 48.90 | 26.7 | — |
| 3 | Madison (Rexburg) | 9-1 | 40.90 | 18.3 | — |
| 4 | Coeur d’Alene | 7-2 | 34.90 | 19.8 | +1 |
| 5 | Skyline (Idaho Falls) | 8-2 | 32.30 | 12.8 | -1 |
| 6 | Eagle | 7-2 | 30.70 | 20.9 | — |
| 7 | Post Falls | 7-3 | 26.10 | 14.1 | +2 |
| 8 | Hillcrest (Idaho Falls) | 7-3 | 25.70 | 12.2 | -1 |
| 9 | Bishop Kelly (Boise) | 9-1 | 24.50 | 4.9 | +5 |
| 10 | Middleton | 6-4 | 22.00 | 17.4 | +6 |
| 11 | Lakeland (Rathdrum) | 8-2 | 21.80 | 2.5 | -1 |
| 12 | Kuna | 5-5 | 21.40 | 21.4 | +5 |
| 13 | Minico (Rupert) | 8-2 | 21.10 | -2.0 | +9 |
| 14 | Timberline (Boise) | 6-4 | 19.60 | 17.9 | -6 |
| 15 | Sugar-Salem (Sugar City) | 6-2 | 18.40 | -1.9 | -3 |
| 16 | Owyhee (Meridian) | 5-4 | 18.20 | 13.9 | -1 |
| 17 | Highland (Pocatello) | 6-4 | 16.60 | 19.1 | -6 |
| 18 | Borah (Boise) | 5-5 | 14.90 | 18.1 | -5 |
| 19 | Homedale | 8-1 | 14.80 | -8.8 | +1 |
| 20 | Meridian | 3-6 | 14.80 | 19.2 | -1 |
| 21 | Vallivue (Caldwell) | 7-2 | 14.00 | -4.1 | +6 |
| 22 | Boise | 5-4 | 13.50 | 12.8 | -4 |
| 23 | Mountain View (Meridian) | 3-6 | 12.10 | 23.5 | — |
| 24 | Declo | 8-1 | 11.80 | -9.7 | — |
| 25 | Weiser | 7-2 | 11.50 | -5.3 | +1 |
Top 25 High School Football
The high school football national ranking sees California’s Mater Dei (8-0) at the top, demonstrating consistent dominance. Georgia’s Milton holds second with a perfect 9-0, while Texas’ Duncanville follows closely at third (7-0). Mater Dei’s state rival, St. John Bosco, notably fell to eighth after a previous high position. Schools like St. Frances Academy, up 11 places to 17th, and Bishop Gorman from Nevada, in fourth, have climbed significantly. Multiple states, including Texas, Florida, and California, have strong representation in the top 25, highlighting their prominence in high school football.
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| # | School | State | Ovr. | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mater Dei (Santa Ana) | CA | 8-0 | — |
| 2 | Milton | GA | 9-0 | +1 |
| 3 | Duncanville | TX | 7-0 | +1 |
| 4 | Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas) | NV | 8-1 | +1 |
| 5 | IMG Academy (Bradenton) | FL | 6-1 | +1 |
| 6 | Carrollton | GA | 9-0 | +1 |
| 7 | North Shore (Houston) | TX | 8-0 | +1 |
| 8 | St. John Bosco (Bellflower) | CA | 8-1 | -6 |
| 9 | Mission Viejo | CA | 9-0 | — |
| 10 | North Crowley (Fort Worth) | TX | 8-0 | — |
| 11 | Archbishop Spalding (Severn) | MD | 9-0 | — |
| 12 | Buford | GA | 8-1 | — |
| 13 | Boyle County (Danville) | KY | 9-0 | — |
| 14 | Lakeland | FL | 8-0 | — |
| 15 | Orange Lutheran (Orange) | CA | 7-2 | — |
| 16 | Chaminade-Madonna (Hollywood) | FL | 8-2 | +1 |
| 17 | St. Frances Academy (Baltimore) | MD | 6-3 | +11 |
| 18 | Venice | FL | 8-1 | — |
| 19 | Atascocita (Humble) | TX | 7-1 | -3 |
| 20 | Corner Canyon (Draper) | UT | 9-1 | -1 |
| 21 | Bergen Catholic (Oradell) | NJ | 7-1 | -1 |
| 22 | De La Salle (Concord) | CA | 8-0 | — |
| 23 | Centennial (Corona) | CA | 7-2 | — |
| 24 | DeMatha (Hyattsville) | MD | 7-1 | — |
| 25 | DeSoto | TX | 6-2 | — |
