How to watch Hillcrest (ID) at Rigby (ID): Live stream, kickoff time for Eastern Idaho supremacy originally appeared on The Sporting News.
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Who is the best team in Eastern Idaho? Friday night could very well provide the answer.
No. 5 Hillcrest and No. 3 Rigby represent the cream of the crop in their region, both boasting impressive records and explosive offenses capable of overwhelming any opponent. When they clash at Rigby High School, bragging rights across the entire eastern half of the state hang in the balance.
History favors the Trojans. Rigby has dominated this series recently, capturing six of the last seven meetings and establishing themselves as the gold standard for Eastern Idaho football. Last year’s state title run only reinforced their position atop the regional hierarchy, and playing at home amplifies their advantage.
But the Knights arrive ready to flip the script. Hillcrest (7-0) is undefeated for the second time in three years, rolling through opponents with the swagger of a team that hoisted its own trophy last season. The 5A titlists haven’t forgotten how to win under pressure.
STREAM: Hillcrest vs. Rigby, live on Idahosports.com
Rigby (6-1) has found its groove after an unexpected double-digit setback to No. 1 Bishop Kelly on September 12. The Trojans have responded with three consecutive victories, including triumphs over a pair of top-25 opponents that showcased their trademark resilience. These aren’t the same Trojans that stumbled against the Knights – they’ve grown stronger through adversity.
The Trojans deploy a top-5 offense averaging 37.7 points per game, built around one of Idaho’s most prolific quarterback-running back tandems. Senior signal-caller Jacob Flowers has shredded defenses for 1,308 passing yards and 11 touchdowns, while senior Amani Morel has bulldozed through opponents on the ground with 503 rushing yards and 11 scores. Their complementary skill sets create matchup nightmares every week.
Hillcrest counters with the state’s fourth-ranked offense at 38.5 points per game, anchored by a dual-threat quarterback who might be Idaho’s most complete player. Tyson Sweetwood has been surgical through the air, racking up 1,110 passing yards and 11 touchdowns without a single interception. But it’s his mobility that elevates him to another level – Sweetwood has added 556 rushing yards and seven touchdowns on the ground, forcing defenses to account for him whether he’s dropping back or taking off.
The Knights also feature Daxon Sargent, who mirrors Sweetwood’s rushing production with 556 yards and seven touchdowns of his own. That one-two punch gives Hillcrest multiple weapons capable of changing games, allowing them to attack defenses from every angle throughout their unbeaten run.
This showdown carries weight beyond Friday’s final score. Both programs have their sights set on December, and the winner gains crucial momentum while delivering a message to Idaho’s other contenders.
If Rigby extends its recent dominance, the Trojans reaffirm their position as Eastern Idaho’s premier program while proving the Bishop Kelly loss was an anomaly. More critically, it builds the confidence needed for a deep postseason push.
If Hillcrest snaps the streak, the Knights establish themselves as the region’s new power while backing up their credentials as serious contenders. Knocking off last year’s titlists on their home field would send shockwaves through the 6A landscape.
The stakes couldn’t be clearer: Eastern Idaho supremacy is on the line.
Here’s what you need to know about Hillcrest at Rigby, including live stream information.
How to watch Hillcrest at Rigby football today
Live Stream: Watch on Idahosports.com
Hillcrest at Rigby will air live on Idahosports.com.
Hillcrest at Rigby start time
Date: Friday, Oct. 17
Time: 7 p.m. MDT
The opening kickoff is set for 7 p.m. MDT on Friday, Oct. 17. The game will be played at Rigby High School in Rigby.
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