The Alabama Christian Academy varsity football team will host Bayside Academy in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15 at 7 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 AHSAA Football Playoffs for the 3A division, with both teams aiming for a crucial victory to advance in the tournament.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Alabama High School Football
Who: Bayside Academy vs Alabama Christian Academy
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 AHSAA Football Playoffs – 3A
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Game Preview: Bayside Academy vs. Alabama Christian Academy
As the 2024 AHSAA Football Playoffs heat up, Bayside Academy and Alabama Christian Academy are set to meet in an exciting 3A matchup.
Bayside Academy (Class 13, AL)
- Overall Record: 8-3
- Region Record: 5-1
- Home Record: 4-2
- Away Record: 4-1
- Win Percentage: 72.7%
- Region Win Percentage: 83.3%
- Points For (PF): 210
- Points Against (PA): 140
Bayside Academy enters the game with a strong region record of 5-1, showcasing a disciplined defense that has allowed only 140 points all season. Their scoring averages 19.1 points per game, with their most consistent offensive output in the first quarter (6.3 points).
Alabama Christian Academy (Class 15, AL)
- Overall Record: 7-4
- Region Record: 4-3
- Home Record: 3-2
- Away Record: 4-2
- Win Percentage: 63.6%
- Region Win Percentage: 57.1%
- Points For (PF): 414
- Points Against (PA): 344
Alabama Christian Academy brings an impressive offensive performance, averaging 37.6 points per game, the highest of the two teams. They’ve been especially strong in the second and third quarters, scoring 14.9 and 11.8 points, respectively. With a dynamic offense, they look to capitalize on their scoring ability.
Both teams have strengths to leverage as they compete in this crucial playoff contest, with Bayside’s strong defense going up against Alabama Christian’s high-powered offense. The game promises to be an intense and thrilling showdown.
Team Stat Comparison
Bayside Academy and Alabama Christian Academy have different strengths on both offense and defense, with Bayside leading in several key areas.
- Rushing Yards Per Game: Bayside Academy averages 45.7 rushing yards per game, a key part of their offensive game plan.
- Passing Yards Per Game: Bayside Academy leads with 29.4 passing yards per game, while Alabama Christian Academy’s passing game averages 148.5 yards.
- Receiving Yards Per Game: Bayside Academy totals 36.8 receiving yards per game, while Alabama Christian Academy has 5.7 yards in this category.
- Total Yards Per Game: Bayside Academy posts 75.1 total yards per game, compared to Alabama Christian Academy’s 93.9 total yards per game.
- Defensive Stats: Bayside Academy averages 93.9 tackles per game and 0.9 sacks, while Alabama Christian Academy records 2.7 tackles per game and 0.2 sacks.
Team Leaders
- Rushing: Caid Lyons of Bayside Academy leads the team with 48.8 rushing yards per game.
- Passing: Bo Miller of Bayside Academy leads with 148.5 passing yards per game, a key contributor to the team’s offense.
- Receiving: Miles Uter of Bayside Academy totals 27.0 receiving yards per game, while Bryant Swindle of Alabama Christian Academy leads their team with 36.5 receiving yards.
- Total Yards: Bo Miller also leads Bayside Academy in total yards with 162.5 yards per game.
- Tackles: Billy Neill of Bayside Academy is a standout defensive player with 15.7 tackles per game.
- Sacks: Billy Neill also leads Bayside in sacks with 0.4 per game.
- Scoring: Nathan Ivan leads Bayside Academy with 3.5 points per game, while Bryant Swindle contributes 3.0 points per game for Alabama Christian Academy.
Record Breakdown
- Overall Record: Bayside Academy has a stronger overall record of 8-3 compared to Alabama Christian Academy’s 7-4.
- League Performance: Bayside Academy holds a 5-1 record in league play, while Alabama Christian Academy is 4-3.
- Non-League: Bayside Academy has a 2-2 record in non-league games, while Alabama Christian Academy posts a 2-1 record.
- Home vs. Away: Bayside Academy is 4-2 at home and 4-1 away, while Alabama Christian Academy is 3-2 at home and 4-2 away.
- Playoffs: Both teams have been successful in the playoffs, each holding a 1-0 record.
- In-State Record: Bayside Academy is 8-3 in-state, while Alabama Christian Academy is 7-4.
Conclusion
Bayside Academy shows a more balanced attack with strong leadership from Bo Miller and Billy Neill, particularly in passing, receiving, and defense. Alabama Christian Academy relies more heavily on its passing game and receiving threats like Bryant Swindle. Bayside’s better overall record and solid performance across both offense and defense give them the edge, but Alabama Christian Academy remains competitive, especially in their passing game.
