New Canaan, CT – A highly anticipated rematch is brewing in the 2023 Connecticut High School Football Playoffs, as the Darien Blue Wave and the New Canaan Rams prepare to clash this Saturday, December 9th, at New Canaan High School. The stakes are high, with both teams vying for a spot in the next round of the Class L playoffs.
What it is: Varsity Football
Matchup: Darien Blue Wave vs New Canaan Rams
Game Type: Playoff
Bracket: 2023 Connecticut High School Football Playoff Brackets: CIAC – Class L
Time: Saturday Dec 9, 2023, 1:30 AM (Local Time)
Locations: New Canaan High School – (CT)
Live Stream: Watch Here!
The Blue Wave will be entering the game with a burning desire for revenge. Back in November, the Rams dealt Darien a crushing 31-17 defeat in the annual “Turkey Bowl” rivalry game. This loss still stings for the Blue Wave, and they are determined to turn the tables this time around.
Darien’s offense, led by the dynamic quarterback and the explosive running back, promises to be a major threat to the Rams’ defense. Their offensive line has been consistently paving the way for big plays, and their receiving corps boasts talented players like and who can stretch the field and make game-changing catches.
However, the Rams aren’t going down without a fight. Their offense is equally potent, with quarterback orchestrating the attack and distributing the ball to his talented receivers, including the speedy and the sure-handed. Their running game, anchored by the powerful, provides a balanced and unpredictable threat.
Defensively, the Rams will rely on their experienced linebackers and to shut down the Darien running game and pressure into making mistakes. Their secondary, led by the safety, aims to contain the Blue Wave’s passing attack and prevent them from making big plays through the air.
The Blue Wave, meanwhile, will look to their defensive line, led by the imposing, to disrupt the Rams’ offensive rhythm. Their linebackers, including the athletic and the hard-hitting, will be responsible for stopping the Rams’ running game and making tackles in the open field.
This Saturday’s matchup promises to be a thrilling battle between two evenly matched teams. Both Darien and New Canaan have proven their abilities throughout the season, and the outcome of this game will likely be determined by which team can execute their game plan more effectively and capitalize on key opportunities.
Here is a complete guide on how to watch Darien vs. New CanaanStream Boys Football game on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at 10:30 am ET.
Here are the steps on how to watch the game on NFHS Network:
- Go to NFHSNetwork.com
- Create an account or sign in
- Purchase a subscription
- Select the Darien vs. New Canaan game
- Enjoy the game!
The game will also be available on local radio stations. Please check your local listings for the station that will be carrying the game.
