The Hoggard High School varsity football team (Wilmington, NC) will play a home playoff game against Broughton High School (Raleigh, NC) today at 7 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 NCHSAA Football Championships – 4A tournament.
Broughton vs Hoggard Football Game Info:
What: North Carolina High School Football Playoffs
Who: Broughton vs Hoggard
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m.
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Game preview: Broughton vs Hoggard
This Friday, fans are gearing up for an exciting matchup between the Broughton Capitals and the Hoggard Vikings. Both teams are coming off significant seasons, with Broughton having a .500 overall record and Hoggard riding high on a 9-1 season. Here’s a detailed breakdown of both teams’ statistics and what we can expect from this high school football game.
Team Overview
Broughton (24-25)
- Record: 5-5
- Conference Record: 2-3
- Home Record: 3-2
- Away Record: 2-3
- Points For (PF): 196
- Points Against (PA): 316
- Overall Win Percentage: .500
- Conference Win Percentage: .400
The Broughton Capitals have had a mixed season with a balanced 5-5 record, showing some promise but struggling in conference play with a 2-3 mark. Despite their overall average performance, their offense has put up 196 points, averaging 19.6 points per game. They will need to increase their offensive output to compete with the high-scoring Vikings.
Hoggard (24-25)
- Record: 9-1
- Conference Record: 7-0
- Home Record: 4-0
- Away Record: 5-1
- Points For (PF): 413
- Points Against (PA): 153
- Overall Win Percentage: .900
- Conference Win Percentage: 1.000
The Hoggard Vikings are in top form this season with a near-perfect 9-1 record, dominating their conference with a 7-0 record. Their offense has been a juggernaut, averaging 41.3 points per game, and they have a solid defense that has allowed just 153 points over the course of the season. With a well-rounded team, the Vikings will look to extend their winning streak and solidify their status as a powerhouse.
Team Scoring Breakdown
Broughton Scoring by Quarter:
- Q1: 2.8 points
- Q2: 8.6 points
- Q3: 4.5 points
- Q4: 3.7 points
- Total: 19.6 points per game
The Broughton offense has been slow to start games, with an average of just 2.8 points in the first quarter. However, they’ve been more productive in the second quarter, scoring 8.6 points. They will need to capitalize on these moments if they want to keep up with Hoggard’s high-scoring offense.
Hoggard Scoring by Quarter:
- Q1: 12.0 points
- Q2: 15.7 points
- Q3: 9.0 points
- Q4: 6.9 points
- Total: 41.3 points per game
Hoggard has been explosive from the start, with 12.0 points in the first quarter alone. Their ability to consistently score throughout the game makes them a dangerous team to face, particularly for a team like Broughton, which struggles to match that offensive firepower.
Statistical Comparison
| Stat | Broughton | Hoggard |
|---|---|---|
| Rushing Yards/Game | 144.8 | 129.5 |
| Passing Yards/Game | 103.0 | 227.7 |
| Receiving Yards/Game | 103.0 | 216.9 |
| Total Yards/Game | 247.8 | 357.2 |
| Tackles/Game | 50.2 | 60.1 |
| Sacks/Game | 0.6 | 2.8 |
| Points/Game | 19.3 | 40.9 |
While Broughton has a respectable rushing attack (144.8 yards per game), Hoggard’s passing game (227.7 yards per game) and overall total yardage (357.2 yards per game) far outpaces Broughton. Additionally, Hoggard’s defense is more aggressive with 2.8 sacks per game, compared to Broughton’s 0.6.
Key Players to Watch
Broughton:
- Xavier Howard (#21) – With 55.2 rushing yards per game, Howard has been a key player in Broughton’s ground game.
- Owen Vogler (#5) – The quarterback has thrown for 96.8 yards per game and will need to find ways to exploit Hoggard’s defense.
- Matthew Vannoy (#1) – Leading Broughton in receiving yards with 37.5 per game and points with 4.2 per game.
Hoggard:
- Isaiah Newkirk (#8) – Leading the rushing attack with 52.0 yards per game, Newkirk is a versatile threat on the ground.
- Matthew Boring (#12) – A standout quarterback with 210.5 passing yards per game, Boring has been instrumental in Hoggard’s offensive success.
- Aniziyon Session (#7) – Leading the receiving corps with 81.0 yards per game, Session is a big-play threat in the passing game.
Record Breakdown
Broughton Record Breakdown:
- Home: 3-2
- Away: 2-3
- Conference: 2-3
- Non-Conference: 3-2
Hoggard Record Breakdown:
- Home: 4-0
- Away: 5-1
- Conference: 7-0
- Non-Conference: 2-1
While Broughton has been solid at home, their struggles on the road (2-3) could play a role in this matchup, especially facing an undefeated Hoggard team that excels in both home and away games.
Conclusion
With Hoggard’s potent offense and perfect conference record, they enter this game as the clear favorites. However, Broughton’s balanced attack and gritty defense will make for an interesting contest. The key for Broughton will be to stay competitive in the early stages of the game and try to control the tempo. For Hoggard, continuing their dominance on both sides of the ball will be essential to securing another win in their playoff push. Football fans can expect a thrilling game as these two teams clash on the field this Friday.
