The Atascocita (Humble, TX) varsity football team will face Fulshear (TX) in a neutral playoff game on Friday, November 29, at 2:00 PM at Aldine ISD Thorne Stadium. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, 6A Division 1 tournament.

Atascocita vs Fulshear Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Atascocita vs Fulshear
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 6A D1
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Atascocita vs Fulshear

As the Texas high school football season unfolds, two standout teams—Fulshear and Atascocita—have displayed their dominance on the field. With nearly perfect records and impressive stats, both teams are poised to make deep playoff runs, but how do they compare?

Team Records and Rankings

• Fulshear (24-25)
  • Overall Record: 12-0
  • District Record: 6-0
  • Home Record: 4-0
  • Away Record: 5-0
  • Neutral Record: 3-0
  • Points For (PF): 616
  • Points Against (PA): 269
  • Win %: 1.000
• Atascocita (24-25)
  • Overall Record: 11-1
  • District Record: 6-1
  • Home Record: 5-1
  • Away Record: 5-0
  • Neutral Record: 1-0
  • Points For (PF): 535
  • Points Against (PA): 245
  • Win %: .917

Fulshear comes in with an undefeated record, while Atascocita has only one loss. Despite the discrepancy in wins, both teams have been dominant in their respective districts and are known for explosive offenses and stout defenses.

Scoring Averages

When comparing the average points scored per game, Fulshear outpaces Atascocita with an impressive 51.3 points per game. Atascocita, while also potent, averages 44.6 points per game. Here’s a breakdown of their scoring by quarter:

• Fulshear:
  • Q1: 12.5
  • Q2: 19.3
  • Q3: 12.2
  • Q4: 7.4
  • Final Average: 51.3 points
• Atascocita:
  • Q1: 11.9
  • Q2: 18.6
  • Q3: 6.8
  • Q4: 7.3
  • Final Average: 44.6 points

While Fulshear has a more balanced offensive attack, Atascocita remains dangerous, with notable consistency across quarters.

Team Stat Comparison

• Rushing Yards per Game:
  • Fulshear: 421.2
  • Atascocita: 253.8

Fulshear boasts a far superior rushing game, led by star running back Patrick Broadway II, who is averaging 165.2 rushing yards per game.

• Passing Yards per Game:
  • Fulshear: 132.8
  • Atascocita: 169.4

Atascocita’s passing game is slightly more prolific, with quarterback Cardae Mack leading the charge. However, Fulshear’s balanced attack still gives them an edge in total yards.

• Total Yards per Game:
  • Fulshear: 554.0
  • Atascocita: 423.3

Fulshear’s total offensive output is significantly higher, with their potent ground game and efficient passing attack keeping defenses on their heels.

• Tackles per Game:
  • Fulshear: 43.7
  • Atascocita: N/A

Although Atascocita’s defensive stats are not fully available, Fulshear’s defensive effort is led by standout linebacker Logan Hudson, who averages 6.5 tackles per game.

Key Players to Watch

• Fulshear:
  • Patrick Broadway II (Rushing Yards per Game: 165.2) – The standout running back is key to Fulshear’s offensive dominance.
  • Ryland Forks (Passing Yards per Game: 142.1) – Forks’ ability to stretch the field keeps defenses honest.
  • Brayden Kennedy (Receiving Yards per Game: 53.3) – Kennedy has been a reliable target in the air attack.
• Atascocita:
  • Cardae Mack (Rushing Yards per Game: 129.4) – Mack is a dual-threat player, excelling both on the ground and through the air.
  • Brodrick Malone (Receiving Yards per Game: 56.2) – A top receiver for Atascocita, capable of breaking big plays.
  • Tory Blaylock (Points per Game: 15.0) – Blaylock’s contributions on both sides of the ball make him a key playmaker for Atascocita.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

Both teams have faced some common opponents, including Pearland and Lamar, and both have been victorious in these matchups.

• Fulshear’s Common Opponents:
  • Pearland: Win 19-12
  • Lamar: Win 54-48
• Atascocita’s Common Opponents:
  • Pearland: Win 28-17
  • Lamar: Win 35-7

Both teams excelled in these matchups, with Fulshear edging out Pearland and Lamar in close contests, while Atascocita dominated both teams.

Conclusion: A Battle of Titans

The showdown between Fulshear and Atascocita promises to be a high-stakes game between two of Texas’ top football teams. Fulshear’s undefeated record, powerful running game, and explosive offense make them a formidable opponent, while Atascocita’s balanced attack, experience, and overall consistency make them a worthy contender. Fans can expect an exciting matchup that could ultimately decide the fate of both teams in the postseason.