The highly anticipated football game between the Cactus Shadows Falcons and the Desert Mountain Wolves is set to take place on October 10, 2024, at 7:00 PM MST at Desert Mountain High School in Scottsdale, AZ.
Event Details
High School Football 2024
Date: Thursday, October 10, 2024
Time: In Progress
Stream: Watch Live Here
Fans unable to attend in person can watch the game live on the NFHS Network. With an annual subscription costing $79.99 or a monthly subscription at $11.99, the NFHS Network offers live and on-demand coverage of high school sports, accessible via smart TVs (Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire, Google Chromecast) and iOS/Android devices.
The Cactus Shadows Falcons are looking for redemption after a tough loss to Desert Mountain on September 21, where they fell 14-61. Despite that setback, the Falcons have had a promising season with notable wins. On September 28, they defeated Sandra Day O’Connor 28-14, showing their resilience. Before that, they delivered a commanding 35-21 victory over Cesar Chavez on September 14 and a 42-21 win over Mountain Ridge on September 7. Their season opener was a hard-fought 21-14 win against Saguaro on August 31, setting the tone for their competitive form this year.
The Desert Mountain Wolves, on the other hand, have been in exceptional form all season. They enter this game on the back of a narrow 35-34 win over La Joya Community on September 28, a game that demonstrated their ability to handle pressure. Their September 21 matchup with Cactus Shadows saw them dominate with a decisive 61-14 victory. On September 14, they defeated Sandra Day O’Connor 42-21, followed by a 35-14 win over Cesar Chavez on September 7. Like Cactus Shadows, Desert Mountain also kicked off their season with a 28-14 victory over Saguaro on August 31.
Arizona Top 25 High School Football (MaxPreps)
| Rank | School | Overall | Rating | Strength | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basha (Chandler) | 5-1 | 64.40 | 38.7 | +1 |
| 2 | Liberty (Peoria) | 4-1 | 61.80 | 38.8 | -1 |
| 3 | Red Mountain (Mesa) | 6-0 | 55.70 | 22.1 | +2 |
| 4 | Brophy College Prep (Phoenix) | 5-1 | 52.20 | 36.8 | — |
| 5 | Marana (Tucson) | 6-0 | 50.20 | 15.9 | +1 |
| 6 | Highland (Gilbert) | 5-1 | 47.70 | 25.6 | -3 |
| 7 | Higley (Gilbert) | 4-1 | 47.00 | 31.3 | — |
| 8 | ALA – Queen Creek (Queen Creek) | 6-0 | 46.60 | 21.0 | — |
| 9 | Perry (Gilbert) | 4-1 | 45.90 | 25.7 | — |
| 10 | Salpointe Catholic (Tucson) | 3-1 | 39.60 | 18.7 | +1 |
| 11 | Mountain View (Mesa) | 5-1 | 39.60 | 17.5 | -1 |
| 12 | Hamilton (Chandler) | 5-0 | 38.60 | 9.1 | — |
| 13 | Desert Mountain (Scottsdale) | 5-0 | 37.90 | 8.3 | +1 |
| 14 | Queen Creek | 5-1 | 37.60 | 15.5 | +5 |
| 15 | Chandler | 4-2 | 35.00 | 22.1 | -2 |
| 16 | Mountain Pointe (Phoenix) | 4-2 | 34.50 | 20.5 | +1 |
| 17 | Pinnacle (Phoenix) | 4-2 | 33.10 | 17.0 | -2 |
| 18 | Centennial (Peoria) | 2-4 | 31.80 | 33.5 | -2 |
| 19 | Horizon (Scottsdale) | 4-1 | 30.30 | 11.4 | +1 |
| 20 | Cactus Shadows (Cave Creek) | 5-1 | 28.50 | 3.1 | +2 |
| 21 | Notre Dame Prep (Scottsdale) | 4-1 | 27.80 | 14.1 | — |
| 22 | Arizona College Prep (Chandler) | 5-1 | 27.70 | 7.9 | +1 |
| 23 | Williams Field (Gilbert) | 3-3 | 25.10 | 24.4 | -5 |
| 24 | Casteel (Queen Creek) | 3-2 | 24.90 | 19.2 | — |
| 25 | Snowflake | 5-0 | 23.70 | 0.0 | +4 |
MaxPreps Top 25 High School Football Rankings
| Rank | School | State | Overall | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mater Dei (Santa Ana) | CA | 5-0 | — |
| 2 | St. John Bosco (Bellflower) | CA | 6-0 | — |
| 3 | Milton | GA | 7-0 | — |
| 4 | Duncanville | TX | 4-0 | — |
| 5 | Bishop Gorman (Las Vegas) | NV | 5-1 | — |
| 6 | IMG Academy (Bradenton) | FL | 6-1 | — |
| 7 | Carrollton | GA | 7-0 | — |
| 8 | North Shore (Houston) | TX | 5-0 | — |
| 9 | St. Thomas Aquinas (Fort Lauderdale) | FL | 6-1 | — |
| 10 | Mission Viejo | CA | 7-0 | — |
| 11 | North Crowley (Fort Worth) | TX | 5-0 | — |
| 12 | Archbishop Spalding (Severn) | MD | 7-0 | — |
| 13 | Buford | GA | 5-1 | — |
| 14 | Boyle County (Danville) | KY | 6-0 | — |
| 15 | Lakeland | FL | 6-0 | +2 |
| 16 | Orange Lutheran (Orange) | CA | 4-2 | — |
| 17 | DeSoto | TX | 4-1 | +3 |
| 18 | Atascocita (Humble) | TX | 5-0 | +6 |
| 19 | Servite (Anaheim) | CA | 6-0 | +29 |
| 20 | Venice | FL | 6-1 | -1 |
| 21 | Corner Canyon (Draper) | UT | 7-1 | — |
| 22 | Bergen Catholic (Oradell) | NJ | 4-1 | — |
| 23 | De La Salle (Concord) | CA | 5-0 | — |
| 24 | Centennial (Corona) | CA | 4-2 | +1 |
| 25 | DeMatha (Hyattsville) | MD | 4-1 | +1 |
This game is bound to be a thrilling contest as Cactus Shadows looks to even the score with Desert Mountain, while the Wolves aim to continue their dominant streak. Fans can expect high-intensity action, strategic plays, and impressive performances from both teams. Whether you’re in the stands or streaming the game online, it promises to be a matchup you won’t want to miss!
