The Blanco Panthers (7-3, TX) varsity football team will face the Van Vleck Leopards (4-6, TX) in a home playoff game on Thursday, November 14, at 7:00 PM. The game will be held at Matador Stadium in Seguin, TX. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, Conference 3A Division 2 tournament.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Blanco vs Van Vleck
When: Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 3A D2
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Game preview: Blanco vs Van Vleck

As the 2024-2025 high school football season progresses, the teams from Van Vleck and Blanco have shown distinct contrasts in their performance, offering fans a closer look at what each team brings to the field. Let’s dive into the rankings, records, scoring averages, and statistical comparisons that define these two teams.

Team Records & Rankings

Van Vleck (4-6 overall; 2-4 district)

• State Division Rank: 26th
• Section Rank: 235th
• District Record: 2-4
• Home/Away Record: 0-4 at home, 4-2 away
• Overall Record: 4-6
• Points For (PF): 300
• Points Against (PA): 253

Despite a tough district record, Van Vleck has shown resilience with a strong away-game record (4-2). They’ve managed to score an average of 30 points per game, showcasing their offensive capabilities.

Blanco (7-3 overall; 4-0 district)

• State Division Rank: 25th
• Section Rank: 233rd
• District Record: 4-0 (undefeated in district)
• Home/Away Record: 5-0 at home, 2-3 away
• Overall Record: 7-3
• Points For (PF): 336
• Points Against (PA): 209

Blanco’s impressive undefeated district record is one of the highlights of their season. Their strong home performance (5-0) has been complemented by a high-scoring offense, averaging 33.6 points per game.

Team Scoring Averages

Both teams have proven to be high-scoring, with noticeable differences in their quarter-by-quarter performances.

Van Vleck Scoring Averages:

• Q1: 7.3
• Q2: 8.0
• Q3: 8.8
• Q4: 5.3
• Final: 30.0 points per game

Van Vleck’s scoring is fairly consistent throughout the game, although they tend to slow down in the fourth quarter.

Blanco Scoring Averages:

• Q1: 10.7
• Q2: 11.3
• Q3: 16.0
• Q4: 4.3
• Final: 33.6 points per game

Blanco starts strong and maintains a commanding lead in the third quarter before their scoring drops slightly in the final period.

Team Stat Comparison

• Rushing Yards Per Game: Van Vleck excels with an average of 325.5 yards per game, showcasing a dominant running game. Blanco’s rushing stats are not available.
• Passing Yards Per Game: Van Vleck throws for 71.6 yards per game.
• Receiving Yards Per Game: Similarly, Van Vleck racks up 71.6 yards per game in the air.
• Total Yards Per Game: Van Vleck generates an impressive 397.1 yards per game, highlighting their versatile offensive strategy.
• Tackles Per Game: Van Vleck averages 69.3 tackles, indicating strong defensive play.
• Sacks Per Game: Van Vleck secures 0.7 sacks per game, while Blanco’s defensive stats are not listed.

Key Players

Van Vleck’s Key Players:

• Corey Austin: The standout rusher for Van Vleck, Austin racks up 206.7 rushing yards per game and contributes 14.8 points per game. He’s a key piece of the team’s offensive unit.
• Wade Hutson: A solid passing quarterback with 60.6 yards per game.
• Logan Carter: A reliable receiver with 19.6 yards per game.
• Eurelio Lopez: A defensive leader with 11.2 tackles per game.
• Xavier Thomas: Contributes 0.3 sacks per game, helping the defense.

Blanco’s Key Players:

• (No specific player stats available)

Record Breakdown

Van Vleck

• Overall Record: 4-6
• League Record: 2-4
• Non-League Record: 2-2
• Home Record: 0-4
• Away Record: 4-2

Van Vleck’s performance is notable for its success on the road but struggles at home. They’ll need to address this imbalance to improve their playoff chances.

Blanco

• Overall Record: 7-3
• League Record: 4-0 (perfect in district play)
• Non-League Record: 3-3
• Home Record: 5-0
• Away Record: 2-3

Blanco has been dominant in district play and undefeated at home, suggesting a high level of consistency and preparation.

Conclusion

The 2024-2025 season has showcased different paths for Van Vleck and Blanco. Van Vleck, with its dynamic offense, particularly in rushing, has been competitive despite a challenging district record. Meanwhile, Blanco’s undefeated district record, bolstered by a potent offense and strong home performances, positions them as a force to be reckoned with. Their strong start and defensive solidity may be the key to a successful postseason push, while Van Vleck will look to build on their road success and improve their consistency.