The Hernando Christian Academy (Brooksville, FL) varsity football team will host Florida School for the Deaf & Blind (St. Augustine, FL) in a home playoff game today at 7 p.m. at Hernando Christian Academy. This matchup is part of the 2024 SSAA Football Championships – SSAA 8-Man 3A tournament.

Florida School for the Deaf & Blind vs Hernando Christian Academy High School Football Game Info:

What: Florida High School Football
Who: FSDB vs Hernando Christian Academy
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 7:00pm.
Bracket: 2024 SSAA Football Championships – SSAA 8-Man 3A
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Florida School for the Deaf & Blind vs Hernando Christian Academy

The Hernando Christian Academy (HCA) varsity football team is set to face the Florida School for the Deaf & Blind (FSDB) in a highly anticipated playoff matchup tonight at 7 p.m. at HCA’s home field. This game is part of the 2024 SSAA Football Championships in the SSAA 8-Man 3A tournament.

Team Records and Scoring

The Florida School for the Deaf & Blind enters the game with a strong 9-1 overall record and a 3-1 district mark. The team has shown dominance in both their home and away games, boasting a 6-1 record at home and a perfect 3-0 on the road. FSDB has averaged 40.1 points per game, with a well-rounded offensive attack led by standout running back Daniel Healy, who has been a key contributor with 133.6 rushing yards per game.

On the other hand, Hernando Christian Academy comes into the game with a 7-4 overall record, including a 2-2 mark in district play. HCA has demonstrated resilience throughout the season, especially with their strong performances away from home, where they hold a 4-1 record. The team has averaged 22.8 points per game, with key players like Tayvion Howard (156.5 rushing yards per game) and Caydon Williams (41.0 passing yards per game) leading the charge.

Head-to-Head Matchup

The two teams have never faced off in a playoff game, but both share a perfect record against common opponents this season. FSDB defeated Cornerstone Academy 32-6 and Riverside Christian 22-13, while Hernando Christian Academy also bested both teams, winning 25-0 over Cornerstone and 27-6 against Riverside Christian. This sets the stage for a thrilling showdown between two teams that have proven themselves against similar competition.

Key Stat Comparison

• FSDB’s Offensive Strength: The team is known for its potent offense, which has averaged 348.2 total yards per game, with 320.6 of those coming from their strong rushing attack. Healy’s performance has been exceptional, and the FSDB offense will look to control the tempo of the game by leaning on their ground game and passing from Dylan G. Bellorin-Santos, who has averaged 27.6 passing yards per game.
• HCA’s Resilient Defense: While HCA has a lower total yardage average (118.3 yards per game), they have excelled in tough matchups, particularly with their ability to score late in games. The team has an explosive offense led by Howard and Williams, who will need to step up against FSDB’s defense.
• Defensive Leaders: FSDB’s Edward Bell has been a standout on defense with 9 tackles per game, while HCA’s Julian Mills has 9.3 tackles per game, anchoring a defense that will look to slow down FSDB’s high-scoring attack.

A Chance for Redemption

Hernando Christian Academy is coming off a strong season, but FSDB’s dominant regular season record makes them a tough opponent. With both teams boasting high-scoring offenses and solid defenses, this playoff game is sure to be a close and hard-fought battle. HCA will need to find a way to slow down FSDB’s offense and capitalize on every scoring opportunity to upset the highly ranked team.

Kickoff for the game is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Hernando Christian Academy. Fans can expect an exciting contest as both teams look to advance further in the 2024 SSAA Football Championships.