The Denmark-Olar Vikings (3-6) will host the Carvers Bay Bears (4-6) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. The matchup is part of the 2024 South Carolina Football State Championships (SCHSL) – Class A Football tournament. The game will take place in Denmark, SC.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: South Carolina High School Football
Who: Denmark-Olar vs Carvers Bay
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM
Bracket: 2024 South Carolina Football State Championships (SCHSL) – Class A Football
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Game preview: Denmark-Olar vs Carvers Bay

As the high school football season progresses, fans and analysts alike continue to evaluate team performance, and two teams that stand out in the conversation are Carvers Bay and Denmark-Olar. Below, we break down the rankings, records, and key statistics for these two South Carolina teams in the 2024-25 season.

Overall Records and Performance

• Carvers Bay enters the season with a 4-6 overall record, showing a solid mix of victories and defeats. The team managed a 3-3 record in region play, with a notably strong performance on the road, holding a 3-1 away record. However, their home performances could use improvement, as they posted just a 1-5 record at home. Carvers Bay’s overall scoring averages have been decent, with a points per game (PF) total of 251 and allowing 236 points (PA), which indicates a relatively balanced offense and defense.
• Denmark-Olar, with a 3-6 overall record, has also had its challenges this season. They posted a 2-2 record in region games, showing competitive performances against league opponents. Their home record is much stronger, at 3-1, but struggles on the road have been evident, as they went 0-5 away. Despite their challenges, Denmark-Olar has managed to score a total of 192 points while allowing 183 points, highlighting a slightly better defensive performance compared to Carvers Bay.

Scoring Breakdown

• Carvers Bay has had a fluctuating scoring pattern throughout the game, with the majority of their points coming in the second half. Their average scoring per quarter is 0 in Q1, 2.0 in Q2, 2.7 in Q3, and 2.0 in Q4, leading to an average of 25.1 points per game. This suggests the team may struggle early in games but can become more competitive as the game progresses.
• Denmark-Olar has shown a more consistent performance in the earlier quarters, with an average of 3.8 points per game in Q1, 5.3 in Q2, and 3.5 in both Q3 and Q4, totaling an average of 21.3 points per game. This consistency in scoring could be key to their performance, especially when starting the game strong and maintaining that momentum through the final whistle.

League and Non-League Play

• Carvers Bay has a 3-3 record in league play and a 1-4 performance in non-league games. Their ability to secure victories on the road (3-1) was critical in keeping their overall record competitive, but they struggled significantly when playing at home.
• Denmark-Olar, in comparison, has posted a 2-2 record in region games and has a disappointing 1-4 record in non-region matchups. Despite a strong home performance (3-1), their inability to secure wins on the road (0-5) suggests they may need to focus on improving their away-game strategy for future seasons.

Conclusion: A Look Ahead

Both Carvers Bay and Denmark-Olar have shown resilience in different areas of their play, but both teams will need to refine their strategies for future success. Carvers Bay will likely focus on improving their home record and maintaining their strong away performances, while Denmark-Olar must find a way to replicate their home success on the road. With balanced offensive and defensive showings, both teams have the potential for growth, and the remainder of the season will offer them a chance to fine-tune their approaches as they move forward in region play.

Fans will be eagerly watching these teams as they continue to compete for a better record and postseason contention.