The Cardinal Gibbons (Raleigh, NC) varsity football team will host Garner (NC) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 22, at 7 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: North Carolina High School Football
Who: Garner vs Cardinal Gibbons
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 NCHSAA Football Championships – 4A
Live Stream: Watch Here

Game Preview: Garner vs. Cardinal Gibbons

As the 2024-2025 football season progresses, two standout teams—Garner and Cardinal Gibbons—have demonstrated exceptional performances in their respective conferences. Both teams have been able to consistently perform at a high level, but how do they compare in terms of overall performance, scoring, and key statistics? Let’s take a closer look.

Season Overview

Garner

• Overall Record: 8-3
• Conference Record: 5-2
• Home Record: 5-2
• Away Record: 3-1
• Win Percentage: .727
• Conference Win Percentage: .714
• Points For (PF): 319
• Points Against (PA): 244

Cardinal Gibbons

• Overall Record: 9-1
• Conference Record: 5-0
• Home Record: 5-1
• Away Record: 4-0
• Win Percentage: .900
• Conference Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 401
• Points Against (PA): 95

Scoring Averages

• Garner:
  • Q1: 8.0
  • Q2: 8.5
  • Q3: 8.2
  • Q4: 4.4
  • Final Average: 29.0
• Cardinal Gibbons:
  • Q1: 12.2
  • Q2: 15.4
  • Q3: 4.1
  • Q4: 8.3
  • Final Average: 40.1

Cardinal Gibbons has been more potent on offense, averaging over 40 points per game compared to Garner’s 29 points per game. Their scoring distribution has been most notable in the first half, where they build strong leads.

Key Statistics

Garner has a strong rushing game, averaging 180.8 yards per game, compared to Cardinal Gibbons’ 140.5 yards. However, Cardinal Gibbons excels in the passing and receiving departments, accumulating significantly higher yards per game in both categories. They also lead in total yards per game with 403.5 compared to Garner’s 327.5.

Individual Leaders

• Garner:
  • Devyn Grant: 123.6 rushing yards/game
  • Christian Ormandy: 112.2 passing yards/game
  • Cameron Quillet: 35.6 receiving yards/game
  • Tyquan Richardson: 8.9 tackles/game
  • Devyn Grant: 11.4 points/game
• Cardinal Gibbons:
  • Kendall Scotton: 50.8 rushing yards/game
  • Gannon Jones: 251.5 passing yards/game
  • Sam Dodd: 88.9 receiving yards/game
  • Christopher Shelton: 6.0 tackles/game
  • Sam Dodd: 6.8 points/game

Devyn Grant stands out for Garner as a dynamic dual threat, leading both rushing yards and total yards per game. For Cardinal Gibbons, Gannon Jones has been a key player with a remarkable 251.5 passing yards per game, leading the team’s offense.

Common Opponents

Both teams faced Willow Spring in the regular season, with both Garner and Cardinal Gibbons dominating the matchups.

• Garner vs. Willow Spring (10/4/24): Garner won 63-7
• Cardinal Gibbons vs. Willow Spring (11/15/24): Cardinal Gibbons won 60-7

This victory over a common opponent suggests that both teams have the capability to dominate their competition.

Head-to-Head Matchup

In the one head-to-head matchup between these two teams, Cardinal Gibbons came out on top. This victory could be a key factor in their confidence heading into the postseason.

Conclusion

While both Garner and Cardinal Gibbons have proven to be strong contenders, Cardinal Gibbons has had a slightly more dominant season, particularly in terms of scoring and passing game efficiency. Their ability to put up big numbers and shut down opponents is a clear strength. Garner, however, has shown resilience and a balanced offensive attack, making them a formidable opponent in any matchup.

As the season progresses, both teams will be looking to continue their success in conference play and position themselves for a deep playoff run.