The Boaz varsity football team will face Corner in a neutral-site playoff game on Friday, November 15 at 7 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 AHSAA Football Playoffs for the 5A division, with both teams eager to secure a win and advance further in the tournament.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Alabama High School Football
Who: Corner vs Boaz
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 AHSAA Football Playoffs – 5A
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Game Preview: Corner vs. Boaz

As the 2024 AHSAA Football Playoffs continue, Corner and Boaz are set to square off in a thrilling 5A matchup.

Corner (Class 14, AL)

• Overall Record: 10-1
• Region Record: 5-1
• Home Record: 5-1
• Away Record: 5-0
• Win Percentage: 90.9%
• Region Win Percentage: 83.3%
• Points For (PF): 331
• Points Against (PA): 232

Corner enters the playoffs with an impressive 10-1 record, bolstered by a strong away record of 5-0. They’ve averaged 30.1 points per game, with a particularly potent second half, where they score 9.5 points per quarter. Their balanced offense and solid defense have them poised for a deep playoff run.

Boaz (Class 11, AL)

• Overall Record: 9-2
• Region Record: 5-1
• Home Record: 6-0
• Away Record: 3-2
• Win Percentage: 81.8%
• Region Win Percentage: 83.3%
• Points For (PF): 432
• Points Against (PA): 228

Boaz enters the postseason with a 9-2 record, including a perfect 6-0 mark at home. Averaging 39.3 points per game, Boaz boasts one of the highest-scoring offenses in 5A. Their second-quarter offense is especially strong, scoring 13.4 points on average. With a well-rounded attack, Boaz is a formidable opponent in the playoffs.

Both teams bring powerful offenses and solid records, setting up an exciting contest. Corner’s strong second half meets Boaz’s high-scoring attack, making this 5A playoff game a must-watch.

Team Stat Comparison

Both Corner and Boaz have had impressive seasons so far, showing their strengths in different areas. Here’s how they compare:

• Rushing Yards Per Game: Corner averages 164.6 rushing yards per game, led by Spencer Unruh with 156.0 yards per game. Boaz, however, outpaces Corner with 218.3 rushing yards per game, with Tristan Childers contributing 131.5 yards per game.
• Passing Yards Per Game: Corner averages 68.0 passing yards per game, with Keaton Coffee leading with 93.5 yards per game. In comparison, Boaz averages 177.3 passing yards per game, with Tyler Pierce leading the team at 175.7 yards per game.
• Receiving Yards Per Game: Corner averages 68.0 receiving yards per game, with Tyson Hill contributing 54.7 yards per game. Boaz surpasses them in this category with 175.5 receiving yards per game, led by Jakai Hudgins with 63.6 yards per game.
• Total Yards Per Game: Corner records 232.6 total yards per game, while Boaz leads with 395.5 total yards per game, a significant advantage.
• Defensive Stats: Corner records 42.4 tackles per game, with C.J. Brown contributing 11.6 tackles per game. Boaz records 45.9 tackles per game, led by Wade Dobbins with 8.6 tackles per game.
• Sacks Per Game: Corner records 1.9 sacks per game, with Dylan Hannah contributing 1.0 sack per game. Boaz has a slightly lower 1.5 sacks per game, with Logan Schoggins contributing 0.7 sacks per game.
• Points Per Game: Corner averages 19.4 points per game, with Spencer Unruh scoring 11.5 points per game. Boaz outpaces them with 39.3 points per game, led by Tristan Childers with 8.2 points per game.

Team Leaders

• Rushing: Spencer Unruh leads Corner with 156.0 rushing yards per game, while Tristan Childers leads Boaz with 131.5 rushing yards per game.
• Passing: Keaton Coffee leads Corner with 93.5 passing yards per game, while Tyler Pierce leads Boaz with 175.7 passing yards per game.
• Receiving: Tyson Hill leads Corner with 54.7 receiving yards per game, while Jakai Hudgins leads Boaz with 63.6 receiving yards per game.
• Total Yards: Spencer Unruh leads Corner with 167.0 total yards per game, while Tyler Pierce leads Boaz with 210.8 total yards per game.
• Tackles: C.J. Brown leads Corner with 11.6 tackles per game, while Wade Dobbins leads Boaz with 8.6 tackles per game.
• Sacks: Dylan Hannah leads Corner with 1.0 sack per game, while Logan Schoggins leads Boaz with 0.7 sacks per game.
• Points: Spencer Unruh leads Corner with 11.5 points per game, while Tristan Childers leads Boaz with 8.2 points per game.

Record Breakdown

• Overall Record: Corner holds a strong 10-1 overall record, while Boaz is 9-2.
• League Performance: Both teams are 5-1 in their respective leagues, showing strong performances against league opponents.
• Non-League Performance: Corner has a 4-0 non-league record, while Boaz is 3-1 in non-league games.
• Home vs. Away: Corner is 5-1 at home and 5-0 away, while Boaz is undefeated at home with a 6-0 record and 3-2 on the road.
• Playoffs: Both teams have seen success in the playoffs, each holding a 1-0 record in postseason play.
• In-State Record: Corner is 10-1 in-state, while Boaz is 9-2 in-state.

Conclusion

Corner and Boaz are both impressive teams with strong records, but Boaz’s offensive prowess stands out, especially with their higher total yards and points per game. Corner, however, is no slouch, with Spencer Unruh leading their offense and a solid defense. This matchup is sure to be a competitive one, with both teams bringing powerful performances to the field.