The Alamo Heights (San Antonio, TX) varsity football team will face Miller (Corpus Christi, TX) in a neutral playoff game on Friday, November 29, at 7:00 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, Conference 5A Division 2 tournament.

Alamo Heights vs Miller Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Alamo Heights vs Miller
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 5A D2
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Alamo Heights vs Miller

As the 2024-2025 football season progresses, the Miller Buccaneers and Alamo Heights Mules are two teams to watch in Texas high school football. Both teams have impressive records and strong performances, making for a compelling matchup.

Team Performance and Records

Miller enters the season with a 10-2 overall record and a perfect 5-0 district mark. The team has been particularly strong at home, with a 5-1 record, while also maintaining a solid 5-0 away performance. Their total points for the season (PF) stand at 628, while they have allowed 204 points (PA), resulting in an impressive win percentage of .833.

Alamo Heights, meanwhile, is perfect so far with a 12-0 overall record and an equally strong 6-0 district record. They have dominated both at home and on the road, boasting perfect 5-0 records in both categories. The Mules have scored 588 points this season and allowed just 198, giving them a win percentage of 1.000, with a flawless district record.

Scoring Averages and Stats Comparison

When it comes to scoring, Miller averages 52.3 points per game, with a strong second-quarter showing (15.4 points). However, the Buccaneers tend to slow down in the fourth quarter, averaging only 4.7 points. Alamo Heights, on the other hand, averages 49.0 points per game, with their strongest quarter being the first (12.2 points). Their balanced attack has been effective across all four quarters, with a notable 9.0 points in the fourth quarter.

In terms of total yards, Miller stands out with a dominant offense, averaging 476.5 total yards per game. Their rushing attack (195.3 yards per game) and passing game (281.2 yards per game) have been exceptional. In comparison, Alamo Heights posts just 179.6 total yards per game but excels in efficiency, with 110.2 rushing yards per game and 69.4 passing yards per game.

Miller’s defense has been solid, with 91.5 tackles per game and 3.4 sacks per game. Alamo Heights’ defense is also strong, although with a slight edge in sacks per game (1.6). However, Miller has scored an average of 52.7 points per game, more than double Alamo Heights’ average of 24.5 points per game.

Key Players

For Miller, the offense runs through quarterback Trevor Long, who averages 278.4 passing yards per game and 286.3 total yards per game. Running back Broderick Taylor leads the ground game with 152.3 rushing yards per game. On defense, Jayden Vela leads the team with 11.1 tackles per game.

Alamo Heights counters with standout players like quarterback Dk Garza, who averages 147.1 total yards per game and 128.3 rushing yards per game. Running back Robert Mickler also contributes with 116.0 passing yards per game. On the defensive side, Ryan Stetson averages 8.2 tackles per game, while Albert Colglazier leads with 1.0 sacks per game.

Common Opponents and Head-to-Head Results

Both teams have faced similar opponents, with both Miller and Alamo Heights posting 3-0 records against common teams. For instance, Miller triumphed over Seguin, Ray, and Tivy, while Alamo Heights secured victories against the same teams, including a dominant 70-14 win over Ray.

Conclusion

Miller and Alamo Heights are set to be two of the most exciting teams in Texas high school football this season. With their strong offensive and defensive units, as well as impressive records, these two squads could meet in the postseason, making their eventual matchup an eagerly anticipated showdown. While Miller boasts a high-powered offense, Alamo Heights’ consistent and balanced approach makes them a formidable contender. Fans are in for an exciting finish as both teams push toward the playoffs, hoping to bring home a championship.