The Bryan Station varsity football team from Lexington, KY, will host Madison Central from Richmond, KY, in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:00 PM.

What: Kentucky High School Football
Who: Bryan Station (KY) vs Madison Central (KY)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Kentucky High School Football Playoff Brackets: KHSAA – Class 6A
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Game Preview: Madison Central vs. Bryan Station Varsity Football Playoff Match

The Madison Central Indians and Bryan Station Defenders are set for an exciting rematch in the Kentucky high school football playoffs on Friday, November 15. This game, held at Bryan Station’s home field in Lexington, KY, follows their recent regular-season showdown on October 25, where Bryan Station narrowly defeated Madison Central 14-10. The teams now meet with higher stakes, as each vies for a playoff victory.

Team Rankings & Season Records

• Madison Central (24-25):
  • Overall: 6-4
  • District: 0-3
  • Home: 2-2
  • Away: 4-2
  • Points For (PF): 256
  • Points Against (PA): 176
  • Win %: .600
  • District Win %: .000
• Bryan Station (24-25):
  • Overall: 7-4
  • District: 2-1
  • Home: 5-2
  • Away: 2-2
  • Points For (PF): 288
  • Points Against (PA): 181
  • Win %: .636
  • District Win %: .667

Bryan Station holds a slight edge in both overall and district records, with a solid 2-1 record in district play and a .636 win percentage, compared to Madison Central’s win rate of .600 and a district record of 0-3.

Scoring Averages

Breaking down each team’s scoring patterns per quarter:

• Madison Central:
  • 1st Quarter: 0 points
  • 2nd Quarter: 9.3 points
  • 3rd Quarter: 7.0 points
  • 4th Quarter: 3.3 points
  • Game Average: 25.6 points
• Bryan Station:
  • 1st Quarter: 7.7 points
  • 2nd Quarter: 5.8 points
  • 3rd Quarter: 5.7 points
  • 4th Quarter: 7.3 points
  • Game Average: 26.2 points

Bryan Station typically starts games strong, with consistent scoring across quarters, averaging just slightly higher than Madison Central at 26.2 points per game. Madison Central, however, has struggled in first quarters but often ramps up scoring in the second and third quarters.

Recent Head-to-Head Matchup

In their October 25 clash, Bryan Station narrowly edged out Madison Central with a final score of 14-10. Madison Central managed a few late points but ultimately couldn’t overcome Bryan Station’s first and fourth-quarter touchdowns. The game was tight defensively, and Madison Central will be looking for revenge in this rematch.

Performance Against Common Opponents

Both teams have faced a similar slate of opponents with mixed results:

• Frederick Douglass: Both teams fell to this powerhouse, with Madison Central losing 21-14 and Bryan Station with a 24-6 defeat.
• George Rogers Clark: Madison Central lost 27-15, while Bryan Station dominated with a 38-3 win.
• Tates Creek: Both teams shut out Tates Creek, each with a 42-0 victory.

Bryan Station holds a stronger record against common opponents, with a 2-1 record compared to Madison Central’s 1-2.

Game Outlook

Bryan Station enters with momentum as the previous winner, home-field advantage, and slightly better overall season statistics. Madison Central, though, has proven to be resilient, especially away from home, where they hold a 4-2 record. The Indians’ playoff ambitions are on the line, and they’ll need to overcome a sluggish start if they hope to avoid another close loss.

Prediction: This game could be another defensive battle, with both teams averaging around 26 points per game and solid defenses that have kept them competitive in high-stakes games. Expect a close score, and the team that can control the tempo early on may come out on top.

Key to Victory: Madison Central needs a faster start to prevent Bryan Station from setting the tone early. Meanwhile, Bryan Station will look to capitalize on its home advantage and contain Madison Central’s second-quarter surge to advance in the playoffs.