The Ola varsity football team from McDonough, GA, will host Flowery Branch, GA, in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. at Ola High School. This matchup is part of the 2024 GHSA Class 4A Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets tournament.
Flowery Branch vs Ola High School Football Game Info:
What: Georgia High School Football
Who: Flowery Branch vs Ola
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30p p.m.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 4A
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Flowery Branch vs Ola
The Ola High School Mustangs (10-0) are set to face off against the Flowery Branch Falcons (4-6) in the first round of the 2024 GHSA Class 4A state playoffs. The game will take place at Ola’s home field in McDonough, GA, on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m.
Season Highlights and Team Rankings
Ola enters the playoffs with an impressive undefeated record, boasting a 1.000 win percentage both in overall play and within the region. Ranked 17th in the state Class 4A standings, Ola has dominated with both offensive and defensive consistency, scoring a total of 313 points while allowing just 63 points over the season.
In contrast, Flowery Branch has had a mixed season at 4-6, with a .400 win percentage and a 3-3 region record, landing them 35th in Class 4A. The Falcons have managed to score 141 points but have struggled defensively, giving up 261 points.
Offensive and Defensive Comparison
Ola’s balanced offensive strategy is led by standout running back Nigel Newkirk, who averages 134.2 rushing yards per game and 9.6 points per game, and quarterback Caden Worley, who adds 105.4 passing yards per game. Their scoring average of 31.3 points per game far surpasses Flowery Branch’s 14.1 points per game, with Ola also holding a defensive advantage by limiting opponents to an average of just 6.3 points.
Flowery Branch has faced challenges on offense, averaging just 14.1 points per game. They have leaned on a low-scoring but resilient defensive game, with linebacker Macklin Sanders leading with 13.1 tackles per game and also providing pass pressure with an average of 0.4 sacks per game.
Keys to the Game
The Mustangs will look to capitalize on their robust ground game and a strong defense to continue their perfect season. With Newkirk as a reliable offensive leader and Sanders anchoring the defense, Ola will aim to control the game pace, especially on their home field where they have a perfect 5-0 record.
Flowery Branch, though facing a tough opponent, has proven competitive on the road, with a record of 1-4 away from home. If the Falcons can leverage defensive turnovers and find offensive momentum, they may be able to mount a competitive challenge.
Final Thoughts
This matchup marks the beginning of Ola’s journey in the GHSA Class 4A playoffs, with aspirations to maintain their unblemished record and advance to the next round.
