Week 9 Playoff Watch: Class 6A High School Football
As we approach the climax of the high school football season in New Mexico, the playoff race intensifies. Here's a look at the Week 9 playoff predictions for Class 6A, as teams strive to secure their spot in the postseason:
#1 Cleveland Storm
With a current record of 4-3 and District Champ (1-6A) status, the Cleveland Storm holds the top seed. Projected to finish at 7-3 and 4-0 in district play, they remain in the automatic bid position as they eye the district championship.
#2 Centennial Hawks
The Centennial Hawks, at 4-2 and District Champ (3-6A), are projected to finish with a 7-2 record and 5-0 in district play. Like Cleveland, they are in the automatic bid position and determined to claim their district title.
#3 La Cueva Bears
La Cueva Bears, currently 4-3 and District Champ (2-6A), are projected to finish with a 7-3 record and 4-0 in district play. They remain in the automatic bid position, ready to compete at the highest level.
#4 Volcano Vista Hawks
Despite a 6-2 record and District Runner Up (1-6A), the Volcano Vista Hawks are projected to finish with an 8-2 record and 3-1 in district play. They secure an at-large bid, setting their sights on a strong postseason performance.
#5 Los Lunas Tigers
Los Lunas Tigers, with a 5-2 record and District Champ (4-6A), are projected to finish at 8-2 and 4-0 in district play. They maintain their automatic bid status, but the competition in their district remains fierce.
#6 Sandia Matadors
The Sandia Matadors, at 6-1 and District Runner Up (2-6A), are projected to finish with an 8-2 record and 3-1 in district play. They secure an at-large bid, ready to face formidable opponents in the playoffs.
#7 Las Cruces Bulldawgs
Las Cruces Bulldawgs, despite a 3-4 record, have performed well in district play (2-0). Projected to finish at 5-5 and 3-1 in district play, they enter the playoffs as an at-large bid, aiming to make their mark.
#8 Rio Rancho Rams
With a 5-2 record and District 3rd Place (1-6A), the Rio Rancho Rams are projected to finish at 6-4 and 2-2 in district play. They secure an at-large bid and look forward to the postseason challenge.
#9 Farmington Scorpions
Farmington Scorpions, with a 5-2 record and District 3rd Place (2-6A), are projected to finish at 6-4 and 2-2 in district play. They enter the playoffs as an at-large bid, ready to compete at a high level.
#10 Alamogordo Tigers
Alamogordo Tigers, at 4-3 and District 3rd Place (3-6A), are projected to finish at 6-4 and 2-2 in district play. They move up one spot in the rankings and secure an at-large bid, eager to make an impact in the playoffs.
#11 West Mesa Mustangs
West Mesa Mustangs, with a 4-3 record and District 4th Place (2-6A), are projected to finish at 6-4 and 2-2 in district play. They slide down one spot in the rankings but still earn an at-large bid, ready to face postseason challenges.
#12 Hobbs Eagles
Hobbs Eagles, at 2-5 and District 4th Place (3-6A), are projected to finish at 3-7 and 1-3 in district play. They enter the playoffs as an at-large bid team, determined to turn things around.
Bubble Teams: Clovis (3-5 overall), Eldorado (3-5 overall)
The playoff hunt in Class 6A is heating up, with these teams battling for a chance at the championship. Expect fierce competition, thrilling matchups, and high-stakes football in the upcoming postseason.
As we approach the climax of the high school football season in New Mexico, the playoff race intensifies. Here's a look at the Week 9 playoff predictions for Class 6A, as teams strive to secure their spot in the postseason:
#1 Cleveland Storm
With a current record of 4-3 and District Champ (1-6A) status, the Cleveland Storm holds the top seed. Projected to finish at 7-3 and 4-0 in district play, they remain in the automatic bid position as they eye the district championship.
#2 Centennial Hawks
The Centennial Hawks, at 4-2 and District Champ (3-6A), are projected to finish with a 7-2 record and 5-0 in district play. Like Cleveland, they are in the automatic bid position and determined to claim their district title.
#3 La Cueva Bears
La Cueva Bears, currently 4-3 and District Champ (2-6A), are projected to finish with a 7-3 record and 4-0 in district play. They remain in the automatic bid position, ready to compete at the highest level.
#4 Volcano Vista Hawks
Despite a 6-2 record and District Runner Up (1-6A), the Volcano Vista Hawks are projected to finish with an 8-2 record and 3-1 in district play. They secure an at-large bid, setting their sights on a strong postseason performance.
#5 Los Lunas Tigers
Los Lunas Tigers, with a 5-2 record and District Champ (4-6A), are projected to finish at 8-2 and 4-0 in district play. They maintain their automatic bid status, but the competition in their district remains fierce.
#6 Sandia Matadors
The Sandia Matadors, at 6-1 and District Runner Up (2-6A), are projected to finish with an 8-2 record and 3-1 in district play. They secure an at-large bid, ready to face formidable opponents in the playoffs.
#7 Las Cruces Bulldawgs
Las Cruces Bulldawgs, despite a 3-4 record, have performed well in district play (2-0). Projected to finish at 5-5 and 3-1 in district play, they enter the playoffs as an at-large bid, aiming to make their mark.
#8 Rio Rancho Rams
With a 5-2 record and District 3rd Place (1-6A), the Rio Rancho Rams are projected to finish at 6-4 and 2-2 in district play. They secure an at-large bid and look forward to the postseason challenge.
#9 Farmington Scorpions
Farmington Scorpions, with a 5-2 record and District 3rd Place (2-6A), are projected to finish at 6-4 and 2-2 in district play. They enter the playoffs as an at-large bid, ready to compete at a high level.
#10 Alamogordo Tigers
Alamogordo Tigers, at 4-3 and District 3rd Place (3-6A), are projected to finish at 6-4 and 2-2 in district play. They move up one spot in the rankings and secure an at-large bid, eager to make an impact in the playoffs.
#11 West Mesa Mustangs
West Mesa Mustangs, with a 4-3 record and District 4th Place (2-6A), are projected to finish at 6-4 and 2-2 in district play. They slide down one spot in the rankings but still earn an at-large bid, ready to face postseason challenges.
#12 Hobbs Eagles
Hobbs Eagles, at 2-5 and District 4th Place (3-6A), are projected to finish at 3-7 and 1-3 in district play. They enter the playoffs as an at-large bid team, determined to turn things around.
Bubble Teams: Clovis (3-5 overall), Eldorado (3-5 overall)
The playoff hunt in Class 6A is heating up, with these teams battling for a chance at the championship. Expect fierce competition, thrilling matchups, and high-stakes football in the upcoming postseason.
