The Ansonia (CT) varsity football team will face Bloomfield (CT) in a neutral playoff game today at 10:30 AM in Ansonia. This matchup is part of the “2024 Connecticut High School Football Playoff Brackets: CIAC – Class S” tournament.

Bloomfield vs Ansonia High School Football Game Info:

What: Connecticut High School Football
Who: Bloomfield vs Ansonia
When: Saturday, December 14, 2024
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Bracket: 2024 Connecticut High School Football Playoff Brackets: CIAC – Class S
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Bloomfield vs Ansonia

In a highly anticipated playoff matchup, the Bloomfield (CT) varsity football team will take on Ansonia (CT) today at 10:30 AM. This neutral-site game is part of the “2024 Connecticut High School Football Playoff Brackets: CIAC – Class S” tournament. Both teams have impressive records and are eager to advance to the next stage of the competition.

Team Records and Rankings

• Bloomfield: Ranked 40th in Connecticut, Class 2
  • Overall Record: 10-3
  • League Record: 7-0
  • Home Record: 6-1
  • Away Record: 4-2
  • Win Percentage: .769
  • Points For (PF): 383
  • Points Against (PA): 192
• Ansonia: Ranked 21st in Connecticut, Class 1
  • Overall Record: 11-1
  • League Record: 6-1
  • Home Record: 7-0
  • Away Record: 4-1
  • Win Percentage: .917
  • Points For (PF): 542
  • Points Against (PA): 154

Scoring Averages

• Bloomfield:
  • 1st Quarter: 8.8 points
  • 2nd Quarter: 10.4 points
  • 3rd Quarter: 4.8 points
  • 4th Quarter: 3.8 points
  • Final Average: 29.5 points per game
• Ansonia:
  • 1st Quarter: 13.8 points
  • 2nd Quarter: 15.4 points
  • 3rd Quarter: 8.9 points
  • 4th Quarter: 9.0 points
  • Final Average: 45.2 points per game

Key Team Statistics

• Bloomfield:
  • Rushing Yards Per Game: 242.8
  • Passing Yards Per Game: 107.0
  • Total Yards Per Game: 349.8
  • Tackles Per Game: 51.6
  • Sacks Per Game: 1.9
  • Points Per Game: 25.1
• Ansonia:
  • Dominance in scoring and home-field performance, though specific yardage statistics are not provided.

Player Leaders

• Bloomfield:
  • Marlon Britton: 91.5 rushing yards per game
  • Cameron White: 126.5 passing yards per game, 149.4 total yards per game
  • Zion Banton: 54.0 receiving yards per game, 6.2 points per game
  • Khile Francis: 8.0 tackles per game
• Ansonia:
  • Players have excelled in scoring and defensive strength, reflected in their high win percentage and point differentials.

Common Opponents

Both teams faced Waterbury Career Academy this season and emerged victorious:

• Bloomfield: Won 28-23 on December 8
• Ansonia: Won 56-29 on October 4

Matchup Outlook

Ansonia enters the game with a slight edge due to their superior win percentage, explosive offense, and staunch defense, allowing only 154 points this season. Bloomfield, however, boasts a strong league record and a balanced offensive attack, highlighted by their rushing prowess.

As the game unfolds, look for key performances from standout players like Marlon Britton for Bloomfield and Ansonia’s offensive leaders. With both teams hungry for victory, this game promises to be an electrifying clash in the CIAC Class S playoffs.