The 2024 football season kicks off with exciting matchups and storylines to follow. One of the most anticipated games features 6A title contenders Rigby and Coeur d’Alene. Rigby coach Armando Gonzalez emphasizes their goals to beat rivals, win the conference, and secure a homefield advantage in the playoffs. The history between these two teams is rich, with past matchups resulting in intense games.
Highland, the reigning 5A state champion, faces the challenge of replacing all 22 starters from last year. Head coach Nick Sorrell leads a new crop of players, including transfer quarterback Keaton Belnap, as they face Nevada state champion Legacy High School in their opener.
Teton, coming off a state title game appearance, hosts Declo in a showdown featuring speedster Jack Joyce. Shelley, under new head coach Jayson Bird, aims to build on their competitive performance last year as they face Preston in the opener. The matchup will test their scoring defense against Preston’s passing game.
Soda Springs and American Falls, both looking to improve their offensive production, face off with new head coaches leading the way. American Falls returns key players, including quarterback Dax Brower, while Soda Springs aims to bounce back from a winless season. The teams seek to make strides this season and showcase their offensive capabilities.
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