The Ben Bolt (TX) varsity football team will face Somerville (TX) in a neutral-site playoff game on Friday, November 22, at 7:00 PM at Palacios High School. This matchup is part of the “2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – Conference 2A Division 2” tournament.
Ben Bolt vs Somerville Game Info:
What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Ben Bolt vs Somerville
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 2A D2
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Game preview: Ben Bolt vs Somerville
The upcoming matchup between Somerville and Ben Bolt is set to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams boasting impressive seasons. Let’s dive into the stats, records, and what to watch for as these two teams face off.
Season Records & Rankings
- Somerville:
- Overall Record: 10-1
- District Record: 7-0 (1st in District)
- State Division Rank: 30
- Ben Bolt:
- Overall Record: 8-3
- District Record: 3-1 (2nd in District)
- State Division Rank: 44
Both teams have had strong performances this season, with Somerville maintaining an impressive .909 winning percentage and a perfect district record. Meanwhile, Ben Bolt trails slightly with a solid .727 win percentage.
Scoring Averages
- Somerville:
- Scoring Breakdown: 7.8 (Q1), 9.0 (Q2), 6.1 (Q3), 8.0 (Q4), 7.0 (OT)
- Total Points Per Game: 28.0
- Ben Bolt:
- Scoring Breakdown: 3.5 (Q1), 15.5 (Q2), 7.3 (Q3), 7.5 (Q4)
- Total Points Per Game: 36.5
Ben Bolt shows explosive scoring in the second quarter, averaging 15.5 points, compared to Somerville’s steady consistency across all quarters.
Team Stats Comparison
| Category | Somerville | Ben Bolt |
|---|---|---|
| Rushing Yards/Game | 164.9 | 86.4 |
| Passing Yards/Game | 127.6 | 169.5 |
| Total Yards/Game | 292.5 | 255.9 |
| Tackles/Game | 52.7 | 39.2 |
| Points/Game | 23.8 | 36.5 |
Somerville dominates the ground game with nearly 165 rushing yards per game, while Ben Bolt leans heavily on their aerial attack, averaging 169.5 passing yards per game.
Player Standouts
Somerville:
- Ian Teague (#2):
- 75.7 rushing yards/game
- 122.4 passing yards/game
- 202.3 total yards/game
- Keith Crawford (#1):
- 104.6 receiving yards/game
- 11.5 points/game
Ben Bolt:
- Cristian Chapa (#12):
- 207.2 passing yards/game
- 205.3 total yards/game
- Darius Elizalde (#3):
- 85.5 receiving yards/game
Ben Bolt’s offense is centered on Cristian Chapa’s impressive passing game, while Somerville relies on the versatility of Ian Teague as a dual-threat player.
Defensive Highlights
- Top Tacklers:
- Somerville: Martin Espinoza (6.6 tackles/game)
- Ben Bolt: Jakub Barrera (7.9 tackles/game)
- Sack Leaders:
- Somerville: Christopher Deere (0.1 sacks/game)
- Ben Bolt: Anderson Ables (0.4 sacks/game)
Ben Bolt has a slight edge in defensive playmaking, particularly in sacks and tackles per game.
Key to Victory
- Somerville: Maintain a balanced attack and capitalize on their superior rushing game to control the clock and wear down Ben Bolt’s defense.
- Ben Bolt: Leverage their explosive passing game, especially in the second quarter, to build a lead and pressure Somerville’s defense.
Final Thoughts
This game promises to be a classic battle of contrasting styles: Somerville’s balanced, methodical play versus Ben Bolt’s high-powered passing offense. The winner will likely come down to execution and adjustments during key moments.
Stay tuned for what could be one of the most exciting matchups of the season!
