The Plymouth (NH) varsity football team is playing a neutral-site playoff game against Souhegan (Amherst, NH) today. This matchup is part of the 2024 New Hampshire High School Football Playoff Brackets for NHIAA Division II.

Plymouth vs Souhegan Game Info:

What: New Hampshire High School Football Playoffs
Who: Plymouth vs Souhegan
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: TBD
Bracket: 2024 New Hampshire High School Football Playoff Brackets: NHIAA – Division II
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Game preview: Plymouth vs Souhegan

Today, the Souhegan (Amherst, NH) and Plymouth (NH) football teams are set to face off in a highly anticipated neutral playoff game. Both teams have had impressive seasons and come into this game with strong records, making it a thrilling matchup.

Team Overview

Souhegan (24-25)

• Overall Record: 8-2
• League Record: 6-1
• Home Record: 4-2
• Away Record: 4-0
• Win Percentage: .800
• League Win Percentage: .857
• Points For (PF): 366
• Points Against (PA): 141

Souhegan has had a solid season, with an 8-2 overall record. Their league play has been strong, with just one loss in seven games. They’ve performed well on the road, maintaining an undefeated 4-0 record in away games. The team’s offensive game has been formidable, scoring 366 points, while their defense has kept opponents to 141 points.

Plymouth (24-25)

• Overall Record: 10-0
• League Record: 7-0
• Home Record: 6-0
• Away Record: 4-0
• Win Percentage: 1.000
• League Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 390
• Points Against (PA): 110

Plymouth has been perfect this season, going 10-0 overall and 7-0 in league play. They have dominated on both sides of the ball, outscoring their opponents by a wide margin, with 390 points scored and only 110 points allowed. Their home record is flawless at 6-0, and they are equally impressive on the road with a 4-0 record.

Head-to-Head History

The last meeting between these two teams was on October 18th, when Plymouth emerged victorious with a 28-21 win over Souhegan. This win adds to Plymouth’s head-to-head advantage, as they have won the only meeting so far in the 2024 season.

In that contest, Plymouth outperformed Souhegan in key areas, though the game was closely contested. Plymouth’s offense was efficient, and their defense held firm when needed, securing the win in the end.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced some of the same opponents during the season, and their results reflect their strong performances.

• St. Thomas Aquinas:
  • Souhegan: 37-14 victory
  • Plymouth: 20-14 victory
• Milford:
  • Souhegan: 43-6 victory
  • Plymouth: 55-0 victory

Both teams were dominant in their games against these opponents, with Plymouth securing larger margins of victory, particularly in their 55-0 win over Milford.

Scoring Averages

Plymouth has shown explosive offensive production, averaging 39 points per game, with their biggest scoring periods coming in the second quarter (21 points) and the fourth quarter (20 points). Their consistency across all four quarters has been a hallmark of their success.

On the other hand, Souhegan averages 36.6 points per game, showing strong offensive capability as well. However, their ability to maintain scoring balance across all four quarters has not been as pronounced as Plymouth’s.

Record Breakdown

Here is a quick breakdown of each team’s record against various categories:

Looking Ahead

As both teams head into this playoff game, the stage is set for an intense battle. While Plymouth enters with an undefeated record, Souhegan will be looking to continue their strong playoff run and avenge their earlier loss. Both teams have proven themselves against tough opponents, and with playoff stakes on the line, fans can expect a thrilling contest.

Will Plymouth continue their perfect season, or will Souhegan pull off an upset? This game promises to be an exciting chapter in the rivalry between two of New Hampshire’s top teams.