Key Highlights
- The 6A/5A/4A/3A/2A/1A state tournament brackets for high school football in Utah have been released.
- The first round of the 6A and 5A tournaments is scheduled for October 24, while the 4A, 3A, 2A, and 1A tournaments begin on October 24 as well.
- Games in the first and second rounds are taking place at specific times throughout the week.
Tournament Brackets Released for Utah High School Football Playoffs
The Utah High School Athletic Association (UHSAA) has officially released the brackets for its 6A, 5A, 4A, 3A, 2A, and 1A state football playoffs. The first round of these tournaments is set to take place on October 24, with games scheduled throughout the day.
First Round: October 24
The tournament begins with a series of matches between teams ranked from No. 16 to No. 24 in each classification. For example, in the 6A bracket, Layton (No. 16) will face Cedar Valley (No. 17), while Westlake (No. 9) plays against Syracuse (No. 8). Other matches include Riverton vs.
Mountain Ridge, Weber vs. Herriman, Copper Hills vs. Skyridge, Lehi vs.
American Fork, and Bingham vs. Davis.
In the 5A bracket, the first round sees Northridge (No. 17) playing Pleasant Grove (No. 16), while Bountiful (No. 9) takes on Clearfield (No. 24). Other games include Timpview vs.
Wasatch, Olympus vs. Cyprus, Alta vs. Roy, Granger vs.
Taylorsville, Spanish Fork vs. Hunter, and Viewmont vs. West Field.
The 4A bracket features matches such as East vs.
Murray, Sky View vs. Juan Diego, Highland vs. Dixie, Salem Hills vs.
Mountain View, Timpanogos vs. Bear River, Green Canyon vs. Desert Hills, Skyline vs. Tooele, and others.
Second Round: October 31
The second round will see the winners from the first round face off in more intense matchups. For instance, Northridge (No. 17) is set to play against West (No. 1), while Bountiful (No. 9) plays against West Jordan (No. 8). Other games include Timpview vs.
Orem (No. 4), Olympus vs. Woods Cross (No. 5), Alta vs. Fremont (No. 2), Granger vs.
Brighton (No. 7), Spanish Fork vs. Springville (No. 3), and Viewmont vs. Box Elder (No. 6).
In the 4A bracket, East (No. 16) will face Ridgeline, Sky View (No. 9) plays against Park City (No. 8), Highland (No. 13) takes on Hurricane (No. 4), Salem Hills (No. 12) vs. Provo (No. 5), and Timpanogos (No. 15) faces Crimson Cliffs (No. 2).
Lower Classifications: October 24
The lower classifications also have their brackets set for the first round on October 24. In the 3A bracket, teams like Ogden (No. 9), Canyon View (No. 8), Juab (No. 4), Ben Lomond (No. 13), Grantsville (No. 5), Carbon (No. 12), Richfield (No. 7), Logan (No. 10), and North Sanpete (No. 6) are set to compete.
The first round of the 2A bracket features Judge Memorial (No. 9) vs. Providence Hall (No. 8) and Quarterfinals with Judge Memorial (No. 9) facing San Juan (No. 1), Emery (No. 5) vs.
Summit Academy (No. 4), Delta (No. 7) vs. South Sevier (No. 2), and American Leadership (No. 6) vs. South Summit (No. 3).
The 1A bracket includes Gunnison Valley (No. 8) facing North Sevier (No. 9), Grantsville (No. 5) against Juab (No. 4), Richfield (No. 7) vs.
Morgan (No. 2), and Parowan (No. 6) competing with North Summit (No. 3).
The 1A 8-player state tournament follows a similar structure, with Water Canyon (No. 9) playing St. Joseph (No. 8), UM Camp Williams (No. 7) vs. Panguitch (No. 10), and other quarterfinal matchups.
Preparation for the Playoffs
The Utah High School Athletic Association’s preparation for these tournaments is a testament to their commitment to providing a fair and competitive environment for high school athletes across the state. Each team has had weeks of practice, strategizing, and preparation leading up to this crucial time in their season.
Expert Analysis
Local sports analysts and coaches have been closely following the teams’ performances throughout the regular season. They emphasize that while the first round is critical, it’s only a stepping stone to further success. “The real challenge comes when you reach the second round,” said Jim Smith, a former high school football coach. “Teams need to be mentally prepared for the intensity of those games and ready to adapt their strategies on the fly.”
Smith continued, “It’s also important to note that these tournaments are not just about winning games; they’re about building character and learning valuable lessons that extend beyond the field.”
Fans’ Anticipation
The anticipation among fans is palpable as they eagerly await the start of the playoffs. Social media platforms have been buzzing with discussions, predictions, and bets on who will make it through to the finals. Many parents are also taking their children to games for support, creating a festive atmosphere around high school football in Utah.
With all teams now knowing their opponents and match schedules, the focus shifts towards the first round games. As October 24 approaches, local communities across Utah prepare to welcome these teams with their support and enthusiasm.
Conclusion
The release of these brackets marks a significant milestone for the high school football season in Utah. With so much at stake, the upcoming rounds promise thrilling matches that fans can’t miss. As the tournaments progress, they will undoubtedly become a highlight of this year’s sports calendar.
