The Gadsden County (Havana, FL) varsity football team will host Bolles (Jacksonville, FL) in a home playoff game today at 7:30 p.m. at Gadsden County. This matchup is part of the 2024 FHSAA Football State Championships in the 2A FHSAA Football tournament.
Bolles vs Gadsden County High School Football Game Info:
What: Florida High School Football
Who: Bolles vs GCHS
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 7:30pm.
Bracket: 2024 FHSAA Football State Championships – 2A FHSAA Football
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Bolles vs Gadsden County
The Gadsden County (Havana, FL) varsity football team is gearing up for an exciting playoff showdown against Bolles (Jacksonville, FL) today at 7:30 p.m. at Gadsden County High School. This highly anticipated match is part of the 2024 FHSAA Football State Championships in the 2A FHSAA Football tournament.
Both teams enter the game with impressive records, but with slightly different paths to the postseason. Gadsden County has posted an 11-1 overall record, remaining undefeated at home (5-0) and boasting a solid 6-1 record on the road. The Jaguars have been dominant throughout the season, with a strong offense and defense, averaging 36.7 points per game while allowing only 127 points across 12 games.
On the other hand, Bolles has had an equally impressive season, with a 10-1 record. The Bulldogs have been strong on both sides of the ball, outscoring opponents 416 to 153 points. Bolles enters the game after a perfect district run, with a 3-0 district record and a stellar 4-0 record away from home. Their average of 37.8 points per game demonstrates their offensive power, and they also boast a stifling defense, allowing just 153 points all season.
Key Players and Matchup Analysis
The game features standout players from both teams who will be pivotal to their respective team’s success. For Gadsden County, running back Kemarrion Battles has been a force, racking up 150.8 rushing yards per game. He is complemented by quarterback Landon Dougherty, who has thrown for over 160 yards per game. Wide receiver Jeremiah Thomas has been a top target, with 91.0 receiving yards per game. On defense, Antonio Vasquez leads the team with 10.1 tackles per game, while Byron Jackson adds strength to the pass rush with 1.3 sacks per game.
For Bolles, running back Emmett Grzebin leads the ground attack with 82.0 rushing yards per game, while quarterback Ethan Drumm has been efficient through the air, averaging 161.5 passing yards per game. Wide receiver Naeem Burroughs is a dangerous playmaker, with 98.1 receiving yards per game, and Troy Holloway anchors the defense with 7.9 tackles per game.
Team Strengths and Strategies
Gadsden County’s offensive game has been centered around its balanced attack, with a formidable rushing game supported by a solid passing game. Their defense has been equally impressive, limiting opponents to an average of just over 10 points per game in their last four contests.
Bolles, meanwhile, has relied on its ability to shut down opponents and control the ball. Their offensive line, led by Jaxson Ridgeway with 33 pancake blocks, has been a key to their success. With both teams possessing powerful offenses and stingy defenses, this game is expected to be a hard-fought battle for supremacy.
Previous Matchups
Both teams have already faced off against common opponents this season. Bolles has dominated games against teams like Baldwin and Taylor County, while Gadsden County has shown similar strength, securing big wins against those same teams. The matchup against Bolles will be their first head-to-head contest, and both teams will be looking to assert their dominance.
The Road to the Playoffs
Gadsden County and Bolles both come into this matchup with strong playoff pedigrees, each having cruised through their regular seasons. The winner of this game will advance to the next round of the 2A FHSAA Football State Championships, and both teams will look to prove that they have what it takes to make a deep postseason run.
As the teams prepare to face off, fans of both squads are eager to see which team will come out on top in this crucial playoff battle. With high stakes on the line, expect this game to be one of the most thrilling of the 2024 FHSAA playoffs.
