The Sacopee Valley varsity football team from Cornish, ME, will host a home conference game against Spruce Mountain from Jay, ME, on Friday, October 25 at 6 p.m.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Maine High School Football
Who: Sacopee Valley (ME) vs Spruce Mountain (ME)
When: Friday, October 25 , 2024
Time: 6:00 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 ME High School Football Rankings (MaxPreps)
The high school football state rankings show significant competition, with Thornton Academy holding the top spot despite two losses (5-2). Several undefeated teams are also listed, including Kennebunk (7-0) and Falmouth (7-0), showing their dominance in terms of overall record. While Portland, ranked second, has gained two positions with a 6-1 record, teams like Cony and Cheverus are struggling with negative ratings. Strength of schedule (Str.) varies widely, with Foxcroft Academy facing the toughest schedule but remaining undefeated. Lewiston made a notable leap in the rankings, gaining six places despite a 3-3 record.
| # | School | Ovr. | Rating | Str. | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thornton Academy (Saco) | 5-2 | 18.00 | 4.6 | — |
| 2 | Portland | 6-1 | 12.80 | -7.2 | +2 |
| 3 | Kennebunk | 7-0 | 12.10 | -16.0 | -1 |
| 4 | Noble (North Berwick) | 6-1 | 11.00 | -10.0 | -1 |
| 5 | Bonny Eagle (Standish) | 5-2 | 5.10 | -4.6 | — |
| 6 | Deering (Portland) | 6-1 | 1.30 | -17.0 | +1 |
| 7 | South Portland | 4-3 | 0.70 | -3.0 | -1 |
| 8 | Falmouth | 7-0 | -0.60 | -27.9 | — |
| 9 | Wells | 7-0 | -0.90 | -31.7 | — |
| 10 | Lewiston | 3-3 | -5.50 | -0.5 | +6 |
Top 25 High School Football Rankings (MaxPreps)
The national high school football rankings showcase a dominant presence of teams from California, Texas, and Florida, highlighting the competitive nature of football in these states. Mater Dei from California tops the list with a perfect 7-0 record, closely followed by St. John Bosco. Georgia is represented by Milton and Carrollton, both with undefeated seasons. Texas schools such as Duncanville, North Shore, and North Crowley are among the top 10, emphasizing Texas’ football legacy. Overall, the rankings reflect high levels of talent across the country, with teams maintaining strong winning records.
| # | School | State | Ovr. | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mater Dei (Santa Ana) | CA | 6-0 | — |
| 2 | St. John Bosco (Bellflower) | CA | 7-0 | — |
| 3 | Milton | GA | 8-0 | — |
| 4 | Duncanville | TX | 5-0 | — |
| 5 | Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas) | NV | 6-1 | — |
| 6 | IMG Academy (Bradenton) | FL | 6-1 | — |
| 7 | Carrollton | GA | 8-0 | — |
| 8 | North Shore (Houston) | TX | 6-0 | — |
| 9 | Mission Viejo | CA | 7-0 | +1 |
| 10 | North Crowley (Fort Worth) | TX | 6-0 | +1 |
| 11 | Archbishop Spalding (Severn) | MD | 8-0 | +1 |
| 12 | Buford | GA | 6-1 | +1 |
| 13 | Boyle County (Danville) | KY | 7-0 | +1 |
| 14 | Lakeland | FL | 6-0 | +1 |
| 15 | Orange Lutheran (Orange) | CA | 5-2 | +1 |
| 16 | Atascocita (Humble) | TX | 6-0 | +2 |
| 17 | Chaminade-Madonna (Hollywood) | FL | 6-2 | +12 |
| 18 | Venice | FL | 6-1 | +2 |
| 19 | Corner Canyon (Draper) | UT | 8-1 | +2 |
| 20 | Bergen Catholic (Oradell) | NJ | 5-1 | +2 |
| 21 | St. Thomas Aquinas (Fort Lauderdale) | FL | 6-2 | -12 |
| 22 | De La Salle (Concord) | CA | 6-0 | +1 |
| 23 | Centennial (Corona) | CA | 5-2 | +1 |
| 24 | DeMatha (Hyattsville) | MD | 5-1 | +1 |
| 25 | DeSoto | TX | 4-2 | -8 |
