The Paducah Tilghman (Paducah, KY) varsity football team will host DeSales (Louisville, KY) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 22, at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the “2024 Kentucky High School Football Playoff Brackets: KHSAA – Class 4A” tournament.
What: Kentucky High School Football
Who: Paducah Tilghman (KY) vs DeSales (KY)
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Kentucky High School Football Playoff Brackets: KHSAA – Class 4A
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network
DeSales vs. Paducah Tilghman: A Breakdown of Two Kentucky Powerhouses
As the 2024-2025 Kentucky high school football season progresses, two teams stand out in terms of their impressive records and performances: DeSales and Paducah Tilghman. Each team has demonstrated remarkable consistency and strength, but how do they compare? This article provides a deep dive into both teams’ rankings, records, and their performances in the current season.
Team Overview
DeSales (24-25)
- Record: 11-3 overall, 5-0 in district play
- Home: 8-0
- Away: 2-3
- Neutral: 1-0
- Win Percentage: .786
- District Win Percentage: 1.000
- Points For (PF): 441
- Points Against (PA): 256
DeSales has had an impressive season, finishing with an 11-3 record. Their district play has been flawless, going 5-0. The team has shown resilience at home with a perfect 8-0 record, though they’ve faced some challenges on the road, where they hold a 2-3 record.
Paducah Tilghman (24-25)
- Record: 12-0 overall, 5-0 in district play
- Home: 6-0
- Away: 5-0
- Neutral: 1-0
- Win Percentage: 1.000
- District Win Percentage: 1.000
- Points For (PF): 603
- Points Against (PA): 100
Paducah Tilghman has been a dominant force in Kentucky football this season, finishing with a perfect 12-0 record. They’ve been flawless both in district play and across the board, with an impressive 5-0 record in the district and undefeated in both home and away games.
Scoring Averages and Game Dynamics
One of the most notable differences between the two teams is their offensive and defensive scoring averages.
DeSales Scoring Breakdown:
- Q1: 4.0 points
- Q2: 4.0 points
- Q3: 18.0 points
- Q4: 3.5 points
- Final: 31.5 points
DeSales appears to ramp up its offense in the second half, especially in the third quarter, where they score an average of 18 points.
Paducah Tilghman Scoring Breakdown:
- Q1: 19.5 points
- Q2: 10.5 points
- Q3: 13.7 points
- Q4: 4.7 points
- Final: 50.3 points
Paducah Tilghman, on the other hand, starts strong in the first quarter with nearly 20 points per game. While their scoring drops off in the second half, they still average over 50 points per game, reflecting a high-powered offense.
Common Opponents and Head-to-Head Comparisons
Both teams have faced some common opponents this season, providing a useful lens through which to compare their performances.
DeSales vs. Common Opponents:
- DeSales holds a 2-2 record against common opponents, including a win against North Oldham on November 15, 2024, (39-29), and a loss to John Hardin on November 1, 2024, (34-14).
Paducah Tilghman vs. Common Opponents:
- Paducah Tilghman is undefeated against common opponents, boasting a 1-0 record against North Oldham (the game was scheduled for November 22, 2024), and a convincing 49-14 win over John Hardin on November 15, 2024.
Record Breakdown
| Category | DeSales | Paducah Tilghman |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Record | 11-3 | 12-0 |
| District Record | 5-0 | 5-0 |
| Home Record | 8-0 | 6-0 |
| Away Record | 2-3 | 5-0 |
| Neutral Record | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Playoff Record | 2-0 | 2-0 |
| In-State Record | 10-3 | 12-0 |
| Out-of-State Record | 1-0 | 0-0 |
Paducah Tilghman’s unblemished 12-0 record sets them apart from DeSales, who has dropped 3 games this season. However, DeSales’ strong district performance and flawless home record showcase their competitive edge, particularly in their home stadium.
Conclusion:
Both DeSales and Paducah Tilghman are formidable teams in Kentucky high school football, with each showcasing unique strengths. DeSales has been more competitive on its home turf, with a strong third-quarter offensive surge, while Paducah Tilghman’s undefeated season reflects its ability to dominate both offensively and defensively. With a perfect record and powerful offensive firepower, Paducah Tilghman is a tough contender, but DeSales has shown that it can hold its own, particularly in district matchups.
As the season continues, both teams will look to maintain their strong performances and make deep playoff runs. Fans of Kentucky football are in for an exciting postseason as these teams continue their quest for the title.
