The Gosnell (AR) varsity football team will face Clinton (AR) in a neutral playoff game on Friday, November 15 at 7 p.m. This match is part of the 2024 AAA Centennial Bank State Football Playoffs, specifically the 2024 4A Football State Bracket tournament, as both teams compete for a spot in the next round.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Arkansas High School Football
Who: Clinton vs Gosnell
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 AAA Centennial Bank State Football Playoffs (Arkansas) – 2024 4A Football State Bracket
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Game Preview: Clinton vs. Gosnell

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, both Clinton and Gosnell are showing notable trends in their overall and conference performances. This comparison looks into their rankings, records, and team scoring averages to highlight how these two teams have fared this season.

Clinton’s Strong Performance

Clinton’s basketball team has proven to be a dominant force in their league, boasting an impressive 9-2 overall record. Their conference performance is also notable at 5-2, with a strong 6-0 record at home, giving them a solid home-court advantage. Their overall win percentage stands at 81.8%, and they maintain a 71.4% success rate within their conference. This is reflected in their strong offensive output, scoring an average of 35.5 points per game, with consistent scoring throughout the first three quarters of play:

• Q1: 15.7 points
• Q2: 13.7 points
• Q3: 10.3 points
• Q4: 0 points (a potential area of concern, as they struggle to finish strong)

However, the impressive 391 total points scored this season shows the team’s offensive potency, especially in the first half of games. Defensively, Clinton has allowed 214 points, demonstrating their ability to keep opponents in check.

Gosnell’s Struggles

On the other side, Gosnell’s basketball team has faced a more challenging season. Their overall record stands at 5-5, which gives them a .500 win percentage. While their conference performance is slightly above average at 4-3, their away record (3-2) is somewhat better than their home performance (2-3), which indicates potential struggles in familiar settings.

In terms of scoring, Gosnell averages 25.4 points per game, with a much less balanced offensive spread:

• Q1: 3.0 points
• Q2: 0 points
• Q3: 0 points
• Q4: 10.0 points

Despite these challenges, Gosnell has managed to score 254 total points this season, with only a slight positive point differential (+4) as they’ve allowed 250 points against them. The scoring issues in the first three quarters of play, with minimal outputs in Q1 and Q2, reveal a significant area for improvement in terms of offensive consistency.

Key Takeaways

Clinton’s overall success can be attributed to their strong offensive firepower in the first three quarters, and their dominance at home. Their ability to put up consistent numbers, particularly in the first half of games, positions them as a formidable opponent. However, the lack of scoring in the final quarter is a weakness they’ll need to address to close out games stronger.

Gosnell, meanwhile, has shown some resilience, especially in their away games, but their inconsistency in scoring throughout the game – particularly in the first half – suggests they may need to adjust their strategy moving forward. While their defense has kept them in close games, their offensive struggles have held them back from achieving greater success.

As the season continues, both teams will look to improve their weaknesses and capitalize on their strengths to push for a strong finish in their respective conferences.

The 2024-2025 season has been an exciting one for both Clinton and Gosnell, as these two teams show different strengths across various aspects of their schedules. Let’s take a closer look at the performance records of both teams in different categories to highlight their achievements and potential heading into the future.

Overall Performance

• Clinton: 24-25
• Gosnell: 9-2

Clinton has had a more competitive season overall, with a record of 24 wins and 25 losses. While the record may appear even, the team has shown consistency in its performance, bouncing back from challenges throughout the season. Meanwhile, Gosnell has had a strong run with a 9-2 record, demonstrating its ability to compete at a high level.

League Play

• Clinton: 5-2
• Gosnell: 4-3

Both teams have had solid records in their respective leagues, with Clinton leading with a 5-2 record. Gosnell, while having a slightly lower league performance at 4-3, has been competitive in its matchups, showing resilience even in tough league encounters.

Non-League Play

• Clinton: 4-0
• Gosnell: 1-2

Clinton has dominated in non-league games, with a perfect 4-0 record, showcasing its strength against teams outside its league. On the other hand, Gosnell has faced some challenges, ending with a 1-2 record in non-league play. This contrast in performance highlights Clinton’s ability to succeed in a broader range of matchups.

Head-to-Head Record

• Clinton vs. Gosnell: 0-0

While both teams have faced various opponents throughout the season, they have yet to meet head-to-head. This means that, at least for this season, there is no direct competition between these two teams, leaving the potential for a thrilling matchup in the future.

Performance Against Common Opponents

• Clinton: 0-0
• Gosnell: 0-0

Interestingly, neither Clinton nor Gosnell has faced a shared opponent this season. This unique factor makes it difficult to compare the teams directly in terms of how they perform against the same competition.

Home, Away, and Neutral Games

• Clinton Home: 3-2
• Gosnell Home: 2-3

At home, Clinton has performed slightly better than Gosnell with a 3-2 record compared to Gosnell’s 2-3. Clinton’s home games have seen more success, but both teams have held their ground on their respective home fields.

• Clinton Away: 6-0
• Gosnell Away: 3-2

Clinton has been dominant on the road, boasting a perfect 6-0 record in away games. This strong away performance makes Clinton a formidable opponent in any setting, especially when playing outside their home stadium. Gosnell, while still impressive with a 3-2 away record, has not been as invincible on the road.

• Clinton Neutral: 0-0
• Gosnell Neutral: 0-0

Neither team has played neutral-site games this season, which adds another layer of unpredictability for future matchups. How each team will perform on neutral ground remains to be seen.

Playoff Performance

• Clinton: 0-0
• Gosnell: 0-0

Neither Clinton nor Gosnell has yet appeared in playoff games this season, meaning their postseason potential is still untested. However, both teams have had solid seasons, and it will be interesting to see if either can make a deep run when playoff time arrives.

In-State vs. Out-of-State Performance

• Clinton In-State: 9-2
• Gosnell In-State: 5-5

Clinton has excelled in in-state competition with a strong 9-2 record. Gosnell, while competitive, has faced more challenges with a 5-5 in-state record, showing that while they can hold their own, the competition has been tougher for them.

• Clinton Out-of-State: 0-0
• Gosnell Out-of-State: 0-0

Both teams have not played any out-of-state games this season, making it difficult to assess how they would fare against teams from outside their local region.

Conclusion

Clinton has had a successful and competitive 2024-2025 season, particularly with its perfect non-league record and strong away performance. Meanwhile, Gosnell has shown its own strengths, with a solid overall record and competitive performances in league play. While the teams have yet to face each other head-to-head, the potential for an exciting matchup looms. Fans of both teams can look forward to more thrilling games as the season progresses, especially with both squads gearing up for future challenges, including the potential for playoff appearances.