The Prestonsburg (KY) varsity football team will host Somerset (KY) for a home playoff game on Friday, November 22, at 7:30 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 Kentucky High School Football Playoff Brackets for Class 2A.

What: Kentucky High School Football
Who: Prestonsburg (KY) vs Somerset (KY)
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Kentucky High School Football Playoff Brackets: KHSAA – Class 2A
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Somerset vs. Prestonsburg: A Comparison of 2024-2025 Football Teams

As the 2024-2025 football season heats up, two teams in Kentucky have stood out—Somerset and Prestonsburg. Both squads have had impressive campaigns, but their paths to success have been distinct, with different records, scoring dynamics, and head-to-head matchups. Here’s an in-depth look at these two teams and how they compare in various aspects of the game.

Overall Performance and Records

Somerset enters the season with an overall record of 8-4. Their district performance has been flawless, maintaining a perfect 3-0 record. Somerset’s home games have been solid as well, posting a 5-1 record, although they’ve faced challenges on the road with a 2-3 away record. On neutral grounds, they remain undefeated at 1-0. Their overall winning percentage stands at 66.7%, with a perfect district win percentage of 100%. They’ve scored 355 points while allowing 185, showing a strong offensive and defensive balance.

Prestonsburg, on the other hand, has been even more dominant with an 11-1 overall record. They’ve been perfect in district play, going 3-0, and have a perfect 6-0 home record. Their 4-1 road record and 1-0 neutral site performance further highlight their consistency across different environments. Prestonsburg’s 91.7% winning percentage is a testament to their powerful season, and they’ve accumulated 417 points, while giving up 173.

Scoring Trends and Offensive Strengths

When it comes to scoring, both teams have been productive, but Prestonsburg has had the edge. Somerset averages 29.6 points per game, with consistent scoring across all four quarters: 3.5 points in the first, 7.0 points in both the second and third, and another 7.0 points in the fourth. This shows a well-rounded offensive effort that can keep a team competitive throughout the game.

Prestonsburg, however, has averaged 34.8 points per game, surpassing Somerset’s scoring numbers. Their scoring breakdown is slightly different, with a strong first half of 6.8 points in the first quarter and 8.8 points in the second. Their scoring dips a bit in the third quarter (5.0 points) but sees a strong finish in the fourth quarter with 10.5 points. This fourth-quarter surge suggests that Prestonsburg is a team that excels in closing games, which could be crucial in tight playoff situations.

Head-to-Head Comparison

Both teams have faced Breathitt County and Leslie County this season, and their results against these common opponents provide a glimpse into their comparative strength.

• Somerset defeated Breathitt County 42-21 on October 4, 2024, and Leslie County 55-13 on October 25, 2024.
• Prestonsburg faced Breathitt County on November 1, 2024, but lost 35-6, while they won against Leslie County 22-19 on August 23, 2024.

The results suggest that Somerset has had a stronger showing against Breathitt County, but both teams handled Leslie County with victories. However, the common opponent results show that while both teams have been successful, Somerset has had a slightly better overall performance against their shared opponents.

Record Breakdown by Category

When diving deeper into record breakdowns, Somerset and Prestonsburg both excel in their respective areas. Here’s how the two teams fare:

• District Performance: Both teams are undefeated in district play, with Somerset at 3-0 and Prestonsburg also perfect at 3-0.
• Non-District/Non-League: Somerset holds a 3-4 record against non-district teams, while Prestonsburg stands at 6-1.
• Home/Away Performance: Prestonsburg shines on the road with a 4-1 away record, while Somerset is at 2-3 on the road. However, Somerset has been more consistent at home with a 5-1 record compared to Prestonsburg’s 6-0.
• Playoff Performance: Both teams have shown promise in playoff situations, with Prestonsburg having a 2-0 record in playoffs, while Somerset has yet to face off in the playoffs for this season.

Conclusion

Both Somerset and Prestonsburg have proven themselves to be formidable contenders in Kentucky high school football. With impressive records and a knack for dominating district opponents, these teams are primed for an exciting season. While Prestonsburg edges out Somerset in terms of overall performance, scoring ability, and consistency, Somerset remains a strong force to reckon with, especially with their perfect district record.

Fans can look forward to these two teams potentially clashing in the postseason, where their contrasting styles and near-identical district dominance could lead to an exciting playoff matchup. Regardless of the outcome, both Somerset and Prestonsburg have established themselves as teams to watch in Kentucky football.