The Alpine Bucks (4-6, TX) varsity football team will host the Stanton Buffaloes (5-4, TX) for a home playoff game on Thursday, November 14, at 7:00 PM. The game will take place at Fort Stockton High School and is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 3A Division 2 Tournament.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Alpine vs Stanton
When: Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 3A D2
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Game preview: Alpine vs Stanton

As the high school football season unfolds, both Stanton and Alpine have demonstrated their strengths and challenges on the field. Here’s a closer look at both teams’ performances, their statistics, and how they stack up against each other in the 2024-2025 season.

Stanton Team Overview

Stanton enters the season with an overall record of 5-4, finishing with a 2-2 record in district play. Their home performance has been solid, with a 3-1 record, but they’ve struggled a bit on the road, going 2-3. Despite this, the team has managed to score an average of 29.9 points per game, with strong offensive showings in the first and fourth quarters, scoring 4.0 and 8.2 points respectively.

The team’s total yards per game average is 333.1, with a balanced offense featuring 141.7 rushing yards, 191.4 passing yards, and 186.6 receiving yards. Their leader in rushing is Logan Smith, who averages 90.4 rushing yards per game, while Devon Rojo leads the team in passing with 191.4 yards per game. Daedrick Hardwick has been a key target in the passing game, racking up 103.6 receiving yards per game.

Defensively, Stanton has shown a solid performance with 62.8 tackles per game and 1.1 sacks per game. The team has managed to keep opponents’ scoring relatively in check, allowing an average of 306 total points this season.

Alpine Team Overview

Alpine, on the other hand, has faced a more challenging season, with a 4-6 overall record. However, they have been more successful in district play, finishing 4-2. Their struggles have come on the road, where they’ve posted a 2-3 record, mirroring Stanton’s road difficulties. Alpine averages 26.7 points per game, slightly behind Stanton’s offensive output.

Offensively, Alpine’s game is also balanced, with 141.7 rushing yards, 191.4 passing yards, and 186.6 receiving yards per game. Alpine’s standout player is Adam Llanez, who leads the defense with 8.4 tackles per game, while their offensive leader is Kameron Isemann, with 9.4 tackles per game on defense.

Despite their lower overall record, Alpine’s performance in district games, with a .667 district win percentage, suggests they have the ability to perform under pressure in their league.

Team Scoring Breakdown

In terms of scoring, both teams show strong offensive capabilities but with slightly different trends. Stanton has been more consistent, averaging 29.9 points per game, including strong performances in the first and fourth quarters. Alpine, while scoring an average of 26.7 points per game, has had a slightly more inconsistent offensive flow but has managed to remain competitive in district matchups.

Head-to-Head Comparison

When looking at common opponents, both teams have had mixed results. For example, when Stanton faced Crane on 8/30/24, they triumphed 47-7. However, Alpine had a closer 19-16 victory over Crane on 10/4/24. Both teams faced Wink but struggled with a 49-26 loss for Stanton and a 60-7 defeat for Alpine.

Against common opponents, Stanton has a 1-1 record, while Alpine holds a 1-2 record. These matchups indicate that both teams can be competitive against similar opponents, but Stanton’s slightly better overall record suggests a stronger performance.

Individual Leaders

• Stanton:
  • Logan Smith: 90.4 rushing yards/game
  • Devon Rojo: 191.4 passing yards/game
  • Daedrick Hardwick: 103.6 receiving yards/game
  • Logan Smith: 9.0 points/game
  • Kameron Isemann: 9.4 tackles/game
• Alpine:
  • Adam Llanez: 8.4 tackles/game
  • Kameron Isemann: 9.4 tackles/game
  • Points Per Game: 26.7

Conclusion

While Stanton has the edge in overall record and offensive production, Alpine’s district success and competitive edge against similar opponents suggest this rivalry could go either way. As the season progresses, both teams will look to solidify their positions in district play and enhance their playoff hopes. Fans of both teams will be looking forward to future matchups to see if Alpine can close the gap or if Stanton can maintain their momentum toward the playoffs.

This season’s showdown between Stanton and Alpine promises to be a thrilling continuation of high school football in Texas.