The Atascocita (Humble, TX) varsity football team will play a neutral-site playoff game against Dickinson (TX) today at 7 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, Conference 6A Division 1 tournament.

Atascocita vs Dickinson Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Atascocita vs Dickinson
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, Conference 6A Division 1
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Game preview: Atascocita vs Dickinson

As the high school football season heats up, two teams are garnering attention for their strong performances and impressive records. Dickinson (24-25) and Atascocita (24-25) have both dominated their respective districts, but how do they compare when it comes to key stats and head-to-head performances? Let’s break down their rankings, records, and team statistics to give a clearer picture of what to expect in their matchup.

Overall Records and District Performance

• Dickinson: With an overall record of 7-3, Dickinson has proven to be a solid contender this season. They boast a district record of 6-1, showing strong consistency in their league games. The team has a win percentage of .700, and a district win percentage of .857, suggesting they are dominant within their own league.
• Atascocita: Atascocita, on the other hand, stands at 9-1 overall, with a district record of 6-1. Their win percentage of .900 highlights their strength throughout the season, along with a district win percentage of .857. Their overall performance has earned them a higher ranking on the national stage (ranked 19th) compared to Dickinson (ranked 81st nationally).

Scoring Breakdown

The teams’ scoring averages show some interesting contrasts:

• Dickinson: The Dickinson offense averages 48.3 points per game, with their highest-scoring quarter being the first (11.7 points), while their lowest comes in the fourth quarter with 7.2 points. This suggests they can get off to a strong start but may struggle to maintain momentum late in games.
• Atascocita: With an average of 45.7 points per game, Atascocita is not far behind in offensive production. They have a balanced offensive attack, averaging 12.2 points in the first quarter, followed by a surge to 19.2 in the second. However, their scoring drops significantly in the third quarter, averaging only 6.9 points, before recovering in the fourth with 7.4 points.

Team Statistics Comparison

The team stats reveal some notable differences in their overall style of play:

• Rushing Yards: Atascocita leads with 254.9 rushing yards per game, slightly ahead of Dickinson’s 240.4 rushing yards per game. Both teams are heavily reliant on their ground game.
• Passing Yards: Dickinson averages 185.8 passing yards per game, slightly trailing Atascocita’s 192.0 passing yards. Both teams are balanced in their air game, though Atascocita seems to have a slight edge.
• Total Yards: Atascocita leads again in total yards per game with 446.9, compared to Dickinson’s 426.2. This shows that while both teams can move the ball effectively, Atascocita tends to generate more total offense.
• Points Per Game: Dickinson averages 41.7 points per game, while Atascocita edges them out at 45.7 points per game. Both teams are high-scoring, but Atascocita’s offensive capabilities are slightly more explosive.

Key Players

• Dickinson: The team’s offensive leader is Malachi Gamble, who accounts for 140.6 rushing yards per game and 143.3 total yards per game. Joshua Arthur has also been instrumental in the passing game, throwing for 108.8 yards per game.
• Atascocita: Cardae Mack stands out with 136.9 rushing yards and 249.6 total yards per game. On the passing side, Brodrick Malone contributes 61.1 receiving yards per game. Atascocita has a well-rounded roster with numerous playmakers.

Common Opponents

When comparing their performances against common opponents, Dickinson has struggled, going 0-2, while Atascocita has been perfect against those same teams, finishing 2-0. Dickinson lost close games to Katy and King, while Atascocita triumphed over both teams, including a decisive 54-7 victory over King and a 41-24 win over Katy.

Home and Away Record Breakdown

• Dickinson: The Dickinson team is 5-1 at home, but has a weaker 2-2 record on the road, showing that they perform best on their home turf.
• Atascocita: In contrast, Atascocita boasts a perfect 5-0 record on the road and a strong 4-1 record at home, indicating their ability to win both at home and in hostile environments.

Final Thoughts

Both teams come into this matchup with solid records and potent offenses. Atascocita may have the upper hand in total yards and overall balance, but Dickinson is known for its explosive scoring, especially early in games. The game promises to be a high-paced, high-scoring affair, with both teams capable of making plays in both the rushing and passing games.

Atascocita’s dominance against common opponents gives them a slight edge, but Dickinson will undoubtedly look to exploit its home-field advantage and strong opening performances to keep the game close. Fans of both teams are in for an exciting matchup that could go down to the wire.