The Southwest Georgia Academy (Damascus, GA) varsity football team will host Gatewood (Eatonton, GA) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. at Southwest Georgia Academy. This matchup is part of the 2024 GIAA Football Championships – 2024 GIAA Class AA Football tournament.

Gatewood vs Southwest Georgia Academy High School Football Game Info:

What: Georgia High School Football
Who: Gatewood vs Southwest Georgia Academy
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30p p.m.
Bracket: 2024 GIAA Football Championships – 2024 GIAA Class AA Football
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Game Preview: Gatewood vs Southwest Georgia Academy

The Southwest Georgia Academy (Damascus, GA) varsity football team will host Gatewood (Eatonton, GA) on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the 2024 GIAA Class AA Football Championship tournament. The game will be held at Southwest Georgia Academy, marking an exciting opportunity for both teams as they vie for postseason success.

Team Records & Rankings

Southwest Georgia Academy enters the game with an impressive 8-1 overall record and a perfect 3-0 region record, having dominated in their region. The team has been a powerhouse all season, scoring an average of 35.8 points per game, with a stifling defense that has allowed just 95 points over the course of the season.

Gatewood, on the other hand, has a 5-5 overall record and a 1-2 region mark, but they have shown resilience throughout the season. Despite some tough losses, they’ve managed to score an average of 25.6 points per game, powered by the offensive duo of Hunter Johnson and Ames Johnson.

Key Team Stats & Comparison

• Gatewood has averaged 179.5 rushing yards per game, with Hunter Johnson leading the way with 76.3 yards per game. Their passing game, led by Ames Johnson with 90.9 passing yards per game, has been efficient enough to keep defenses honest.
• Southwest Georgia Academy, known for its balanced offense and strong defense, has posted a staggering 322 total yards per game. Their offense, though less reliant on the passing game, has been dominant on the ground and through the air, with several players contributing to their high-scoring attack.

Key Players

• Gatewood: Hunter Johnson has been a key contributor for the Gatewood offense, both in rushing and scoring. Johnson’s ability to gain yards on the ground has helped keep the offense moving. Quarterback Ames Johnson has also shown great promise, accumulating over 161 total yards per game.
• Southwest Georgia Academy: The team’s offensive leader, Brayden Hight, has been instrumental in their success, consistently racking up yards both passing and rushing. The team’s defense is led by Mason Sinclair, who averages 12.6 tackles per game.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced Trinity Christian and Southland Academy this season. Southwest Georgia Academy came out on top in both matchups, defeating Trinity Christian 40-5 and Southland Academy 32-12. Gatewood, meanwhile, split their games with Trinity Christian, winning 34-23 but losing 28-12 in their first matchup.

Game Outlook

As the top seed in the region, Southwest Georgia Academy has the home-field advantage and enters the game as the favorite. With a well-rounded offense and stifling defense, they will look to extend their impressive playoff run. Gatewood, though, will bring their high-powered offense and playmaking ability to the field, looking to pull off the upset.

With both teams capable of explosive plays, this will be a thrilling playoff game as Southwest Georgia Academy looks to advance further into the GIAA Class AA Football Championships.

Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. on Friday, November 15 at Southwest Georgia Academy.