The Batesburg-Leesville (Batesburg, SC) varsity football team will host Andrew Jackson (Kershaw, SC) in a home playoff game today at 7:30 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 South Carolina Football State Championships (SCHSL) – Class AA Football tournament.

Batesburg-Leesville vs Andrew Jackson Football Game Info:

What: South Carolina High School Football
Who: Batesburg-Leesville vs Andrew Jackson
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM
Bracket: 2024 South Carolina Football State Championships (SCHSL) – Class AA
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Game preview: Batesburg-Leesville vs Andrew Jackson

As the 2024-2025 high school football season unfolds, two teams stand out in South Carolina, each with its own unique set of challenges and triumphs: the Andrew Jackson Vols and the Batesburg-Leesville Panthers. Let’s break down their performances, statistics, and standout players as they face off in this exciting year of high school football.

Team Overview

Andrew Jackson (4-7 overall, 3-2 region)
The Andrew Jackson Vols have had a tough season with a 4-7 overall record. Despite their struggles, the team shows promise in certain areas, with a solid 3-2 region record. At home, they have a balanced record of 3-3, but they’ve faced challenges on the road, going 1-4. With an average of 20.7 points per game (PPG), they’ll need to improve their defense and consistency to compete at a higher level.

Batesburg-Leesville (11-0 overall, 5-0 region)
In stark contrast, the Batesburg-Leesville Panthers have been perfect so far, maintaining an undefeated record of 11-0. Their region performance is equally impressive, as they have won all five of their region games. Batesburg-Leesville has been dominant on both sides of the ball, averaging a staggering 39.1 points per game, while limiting their opponents to just 76 points across the season. The Panthers are a well-oiled machine, particularly at home, where they have a flawless 7-0 record.

Scoring Averages

The scoring averages highlight the contrasting offensive styles of the two teams. Andrew Jackson averages 20.7 points per game, with their most productive quarter being the second (8.6 points). However, their scoring drops in the fourth quarter (4.3 points), showing a need for more consistency in closing games. Batesburg-Leesville, on the other hand, scores an impressive 39.1 points per game. Their most productive quarter is the first (12.3 points), and they maintain a strong, steady offensive output throughout the game.

Statistical Comparison

Offense

• Rushing Yards: Batesburg-Leesville has the edge with 172.9 rushing yards per game compared to Andrew Jackson’s 139.0.
• Passing Yards: Andrew Jackson averages 103.0 passing yards per game, slightly behind Batesburg-Leesville’s 113.2 yards.
• Total Yards: Batesburg-Leesville also outpaces Andrew Jackson in total yards, averaging 286.1 yards per game compared to the Vols’ 242.0.

Defense

• Tackles per Game: Andrew Jackson has the upper hand here, with an average of 63.4 tackles per game, while Batesburg-Leesville records 49.8.
• Sacks per Game: Andrew Jackson averages 1.5 sacks per game, while Batesburg-Leesville has 1.0.

Points per Game: Batesburg-Leesville leads in this department as well, averaging 24.7 points per game, compared to Andrew Jackson’s 20.7.

Player Highlights

Andrew Jackson

• Damias Seegars is the standout player for the Vols, leading the team in rushing (102.0 yards per game), total yards (111.1 yards per game), and points per game (9.6).
• Logan Neal has been effective in the passing game, averaging 106.6 yards per game.
• Jy’kevius Johnson leads the receiving corps with 42.0 yards per game.
• Jase Fair stands out defensively, with 10.8 tackles per game.

Batesburg-Leesville

• Amadre Wooden has been a powerhouse for the Panthers, with 154.3 rushing yards per game and 163.1 total yards per game.
• Tanner Watkins leads the team in passing, with 124.5 yards per game.
• Jamerius Clark has been a reliable target in the receiving game, contributing 50.0 yards per game.
• Christian Burkett is a key defensive player, averaging 7.7 tackles per game.

Record Breakdown

When comparing the teams’ records, it’s clear that Batesburg-Leesville has had a dominant season. With a perfect 11-0 record, including a 5-0 mark in region play, they have shown themselves to be an elite team in their region. On the other hand, Andrew Jackson has faced a more challenging path, finishing 4-7 overall and 3-2 in region play. Despite the record, Andrew Jackson’s ability to compete in a tough region should not be overlooked.

Conclusion

While Batesburg-Leesville enters this matchup as the favorite, boasting an undefeated season and dominant performances across the board, Andrew Jackson will look to challenge them with its resilient defense and the leadership of key players like Damias Seegars. The Panthers’ balanced offense and strong defensive record will likely give them the upper hand, but the Vols are certainly capable of putting up a fight. This matchup promises to be a thrilling display of high school football as these two teams close out their respective seasons.