The North Scott varsity football team from Eldridge, IA, will face North Polk from Alleman, IA, in a neutral-site playoff game today at 7 p.m.
What: Iowa High School Football
Who: North Scott (IA) vs North Polk (IA)
When: Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network
North Polk vs. North Scott: Season Overview and Records Comparison
This article provides a comparative overview of the 2024-2025 football seasons for North Polk and North Scott, two high-performing teams from Iowa. Both teams have demonstrated strong records, but key differences highlight their unique strengths as they approach the end of the season.
Season and Conference Records
- North Polk
- Overall Record: 10-0
- Conference Record: 5-0
- Home Record: 6-0
- Away Record: 3-0
- Neutral Games: 1-0
- Win Percentage: 100%
- Conference Win Percentage: 100%
- Points Scored (PF): 348
- Points Allowed (PA): 140
North Polk stands undefeated, with an impeccable 10-0 record that reflects their dominance in both home and away games. Their scoring differential also shows their strong offense and defense, with a notable 208-point margin between points scored and points allowed. Their unblemished conference record further solidifies their standing as one of Iowa’s top teams in Class 3.
- North Scott
- Overall Record: 9-2
- Conference Record: 4-1
- Home Record: 3-2
- Away Record: 5-0
- Neutral Games: 1-0
- Win Percentage: 81.8%
- Conference Win Percentage: 80%
- Points Scored (PF): 367
- Points Allowed (PA): 138
North Scott, with a 9-2 record, has shown impressive performances this season. They have an outstanding away record of 5-0 and a strong scoring margin of 229 points. Their only losses were close games, and they have maintained a high level of performance in both league and non-league games.
Scoring Averages by Quarter
A deeper look into each team’s scoring trends reveals distinct patterns across quarters:
- North Polk:
- Q1: 4.0 points
- Q2: 7.0 points
- Q3: 10.0 points
- Q4: 3.0 points
- Average Final Score: 34.8 points
North Polk tends to build momentum as the game progresses, peaking in the third quarter. This pattern suggests their adaptability and strength in the second half, often outpacing opponents when it matters most.
- North Scott:
- Q1: 0 points
- Q2: 7.0 points
- Q3: 0 points
- Q4: 0 points
- Average Final Score: 33.4 points
North Scott’s scoring primarily occurs in the second quarter, which shows their ability to capitalize on early momentum but less consistency across all four quarters compared to North Polk.
Performance Against Common Opponents
Both teams faced Xavier this season, with differing results:
- North Polk defeated Xavier 35-14 on November 8, demonstrating their strength against a common opponent.
- North Scott lost to Xavier 28-21 on October 4, a narrow loss that showcased a competitive matchup.
North Polk’s decisive win over Xavier, contrasted with North Scott’s close loss, suggests a slight edge in North Polk’s favor when facing shared opponents.
Record Breakdown Summary
| Category | North Polk | North Scott |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Record | 10-0 | 9-2 |
| Conference Record | 5-0 | 4-1 |
| Home Record | 6-0 | 3-2 |
| Away Record | 3-0 | 5-0 |
| Common Opponents | 1-0 | 0-1 |
| Playoff Record | 2-0 | 2-0 |
| In-State Record | 10-0 | 9-2 |
While North Polk remains undefeated with a flawless record, North Scott’s strength as a competitor cannot be ignored. Both teams excel in playoff situations and have impressive in-state performances.
Final Analysis
North Polk’s undefeated season, higher scoring consistency, and stronger performance against common opponents place them in a favorable position. North Scott, however, is a formidable contender with a strong away-game performance and high overall scoring. Should these two teams face each other in postseason play, it would be a thrilling matchup between two powerhouse programs in Iowa high school football.
