Football Game Preview: Firebaugh Falcons vs. Compton Early College Rising Phoenix

For the first time this season, Firebaugh will have a chance to prove themselves in a conference matchup. They will head out on the road to face off against the Compton Early College Rising Phoenix at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Firebaugh has given up an average of 37 points per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Firebaugh is headed into Thursday's matchup looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight games last Friday. They came up short against Jefferson, falling 40-19. The Falcons were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 27-6.

Meanwhile, Compton Early College lost 34-14 to La Quinta on Friday.

Firebaugh's loss dropped their record down to 1-4. As for Compton Early College, their defeat dropped their record down to an identical 1-4.

Everything came up roses for Firebaugh against Compton Early College in their previous matchup back in November of 2024, as the team secured a 48-19 win. Do the Falcons have another victory up their sleeve, or will the Rising Phoenix turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.