The Coalfield (TN) varsity football team will host a home playoff game against Oliver Springs (TN) on Friday, November 22, at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 Tennessee High School Football Playoff Brackets: TSSAA – Division I Class 1A tournament.

Coalfield vs Oliver Springs Football Game Info:

What: Tennessee High School Football
Who: Coalfield vs Oliver Springs
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7 PM
Bracket: 2024 Tennessee High School Football Playoff Brackets: TSSAA – Division I Class 1A
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Game preview: Coalfield vs Oliver Springs

As the postseason heats up, the Oliver Springs and Coalfield football teams are gearing up for an exciting playoff rematch on Friday, November 22, at 7 p.m. The two teams recently faced off in a conference game on October 24, where Coalfield emerged victorious with a 34-25 win. Now, with both teams coming into the game with impressive records, this playoff clash promises to be a thrilling contest.

Team Records and Rankings

Oliver Springs (10-2)

• District: 6-1
• Overall: 10-2
• Home Record: 6-1
• Away Record: 4-1
• Win Percentage: .833
• District Win Percentage: .857
• Points For: 453
• Points Against: 189

Coalfield (11-1)

• District: 7-0
• Overall: 11-1
• Home Record: 6-1
• Away Record: 5-0
• Win Percentage: .917
• District Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points For: 531
• Points Against: 129

Both teams have had outstanding seasons, with Coalfield remaining undefeated in district play and Oliver Springs boasting a strong overall record. Coalfield, with an impressive 11-1 record, enters this game with a slightly better win percentage. The defensive strength of Coalfield has been apparent, as they’ve allowed only 129 points throughout the season.

Scoring Averages

Oliver Springs has shown offensive firepower this season, with an average of 37.8 points per game. The team’s scoring distribution is well-balanced across the quarters, particularly in the first two, where they average a combined 24.8 points.

• Oliver Springs: 10.3 (Q1), 14.5 (Q2), 3.5 (Q3), 9.8 (Q4) — 37.8 PPG
• Coalfield: 7.0 (Q1), 7.0 (Q2), 0.0 (Q3), 0.0 (Q4) — 44.3 PPG

Coalfield’s scoring is more consistent in the first half, averaging 14 points across the first two quarters. However, they have yet to score in the second half of their games, which could be a crucial factor in the upcoming playoff game.

Head-to-Head: October 24 Showdown

The last meeting between the two teams ended with Coalfield winning 34-25. The game was a close contest, but Coalfield’s defense ultimately held strong, while their offense managed to produce enough points to secure the victory. The October 24 game saw a solid performance from both teams, but Coalfield’s depth and ability to make plays in key moments gave them the edge.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several common opponents throughout the season. Notably, both teams have defeated Harriman, Rockwood, Sunbright, and Midway, among others, by significant margins.

• Oliver Springs:
  • Harriman (W 40-14), Oakdale (W 49-20), Rockwood (W 38-19), Midway (W 28-20), Sunbright (W 35-0), Greenback (W 55-6)
• Coalfield:
  • Harriman (W 53-27), Oakdale (W 62-0), Rockwood (W 55-13), Sunbright (W 34-0), Midway (W 35-13), Greenback (W 60-0)

Both teams have demonstrated dominance against their common opponents, but Coalfield has outscored its rivals with greater consistency, particularly on defense.

Record Breakdown

• Oliver Springs:
  • Overall: 10-2
  • Home: 6-1
  • Away: 4-1
  • District: 6-1
• Coalfield:
  • Overall: 11-1
  • Home: 6-1
  • Away: 5-0
  • District: 7-0

Coalfield enters this game with the edge in terms of both overall record and perfect district play. The team’s defense has been its hallmark, but its offense has also been potent, scoring over 30 points in several games.

What to Expect in the Playoff Rematch

As these two teams prepare for their second meeting of the season, fans can expect a hard-fought, high-energy contest. Oliver Springs will look to avenge their loss in the regular season and show that their offense can overcome Coalfield’s stout defense. On the other hand, Coalfield will aim to continue their dominant postseason run and maintain their undefeated district record.

Key players to watch include Oliver Springs’ offensive leaders and Coalfield’s defense, which has been nothing short of stellar all season. The outcome of this game will likely come down to who can make critical plays in the second half, as both teams have shown varying levels of consistency across the four quarters.

With the stakes higher than ever, this playoff game promises to be a thrilling chapter in what has already been an exciting season for both teams.