Idalia hasn't had much luck against Stratton recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Idalia Wolves will look to defend their home field against the Stratton Eagles at 7:00 p.m. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Stratton is hoping to do what Hi-Plains couldn't on Friday: put an end to Idalia's winning streak, which now stands at four games. Idalia blew past Hi-Plains 63-0 on the road. Given the Wolves' advantage in MaxPreps' Colorado football rankings (they are ranked sixth, while the Patriots are ranked 71st), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Idalia relied on the efforts of Broderick Kite, who threw for 55 yards and three touchdowns, and Seth Monarrez, who rushed for 75 yards and a touchdown on only seven carries. Carson Helling also deserves a mention for his punt return touchdown.
Meanwhile, Stratton was fully in charge on Saturday, breezing past Arickaree 54-14 at home. The win was familiar territory for the Eagles who have now won three matchups in a row.
It was another big night for Stockton Fye, who rushed for 94 yards and three touchdowns on only six carries. He has been hot recently, having posted two or more rushing touchdowns the last three times he's played. Another player making a difference was Von Isenbart, who threw for 61 yards and three touchdowns.
Stratton wouldn't let Arickaree keep a hold of the ball as they managed to force two fumbles. Stratton can thank Gunner Fye and Isenbart for forcing both of them.
Idalia's victory bumped their record up to 4-0. As for Stratton, they pushed their record up to 3-1 with the win, which was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season.
Friday's game might be decided in the on the ground. Idalia has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 271.8 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Stratton struggles in that department as they've been averaging 234.5. It's looking like Friday's match might have some serious battles in the trenches.
Idalia took a serious blow against Stratton in their previous matchup back in November of 2023, falling 54-0. Thankfully for Idalia, Cyler Notter (who rushed for 139 yards and three touchdowns on only eight carries) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.
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