The Andale (KS) varsity football team will face Hayden (Topeka, KS) in a neutral-site playoff game today at 12:00 PM. This matchup is part of the “2024 Kansas High School Football Playoff Brackets: (KSHSAA) – Class 3A” tournament.
What: Kansas High School Football
Who: Andale (KS) vs Hayden (KS)
When: Saturday, November 30, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Kansas High School Football Playoff Brackets: (KSHSAA) – Class 3A
Live stream: Watch here
High School Football Matchup Analysis: Hayden vs. Andale (2024-2025 Season)
As the high school football season progresses, Hayden and Andale continue to solidify their reputations as dominant teams in Kansas. Here’s a breakdown of their records, rankings, and key stats to provide a comprehensive look at this potential showdown between two powerhouse programs.
Rankings and Classifications
Hayden Wildcats
- Kansas Class: 4
- Overall State Rank: 26
Andale Indians
- Kansas Class: 1
- Overall State Rank: 4
Team Records and Performance Metrics
| Category | Hayden (11-1) | Andale (12-0) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Record | 11-1 | 12-0 |
| District Record | 1-0 | 4-0 |
| Home Record | 6-0 | 9-0 |
| Away Record | 4-1 | 3-0 |
| Neutral Record | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Playoff Record | 4-0 | 4-0 |
| Points For (PF) | 536 | 692 |
| Points Against (PA) | 102 | 116 |
| Win Percentage | 91.7% | 100% |
| District Win % | 100% | 100% |
Scoring Averages by Quarter
| Quarter | Hayden | Andale |
| 1st Quarter | 13.1 | 34.0 |
| 2nd Quarter | 15.9 | 11.5 |
| 3rd Quarter | 9.1 | 4.0 |
| 4th Quarter | 7.9 | 4.0 |
| Final Score Average | 44.7 | 57.7 |
Key Insight: Andale’s explosive first quarter scoring (34.0 points on average) sets the tone for their games, allowing them to dominate early. Hayden, while balanced across all four quarters, shows their strongest performances in the second quarter with 15.9 points on average.
Record Breakdown
Hayden Wildcats (11-1)
- League Record: 1-0
- Non-League Record: 6-1
- Home Games: 6-0
- Away Games: 4-1
- Neutral Site: 1-0
- In-State: 10-1
- Out-of-State: 1-0
Andale Indians (12-0)
- League Record: 4-0
- Non-League Record: 4-0
- Home Games: 9-0
- Away Games: 3-0
- Neutral Site: 0-0
- In-State: 12-0
- Out-of-State: 0-0
Key Insight: Both teams excel in playoffs, with flawless postseason records (4-0). Andale’s overall undefeated status and consistent dominance in both home and away games highlight their strong team cohesion and adaptability.
Comparative Analysis
Offense: Both teams demonstrate exceptional offensive capabilities, but Andale leads significantly in average points per game (57.7 vs. Hayden’s 44.7). This is largely attributed to their explosive starts in the first quarter.
Defense: Hayden edges slightly in defensive performance, allowing fewer points on average (102 vs. Andale’s 116 over the season).
Strength of Schedule: Andale’s 12-0 record and higher state rank suggest a slightly tougher schedule, but Hayden’s single loss doesn’t diminish their impressive season performance.
Final Thoughts
A potential Hayden vs. Andale matchup promises to be a thrilling game. Andale’s high-octane offense and Hayden’s balanced scoring strategy make this a clash of styles. If Hayden can limit Andale’s early momentum and capitalize on their own second-quarter scoring, they have a chance to compete against one of the best teams in the state. Meanwhile, Andale will look to maintain their undefeated record and showcase why they’re ranked #1 in Class 1.
This matchup would highlight Kansas high school football at its best and could very well determine postseason glory.
