The Sheehan (Wallingford, CT) varsity football team will host Granby Memorial/Canton (Granby, CT) in a home playoff game today at 6:30 PM at Sheehan. This game is part of the 2024 Connecticut High School Football Playoff Brackets: CIAC – Class SS tournament.

Granby Memorial/Canton vs Sheehan High School Football Game Info:

What: Connecticut High School Football
Who: GMCHS (CO-OP) vs Sheehan
When: Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Time: 6:30pm.
Bracket: 2024 Connecticut High School Football Playoff Brackets: CIAC – Class SS
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Granby Memorial/Canton vs Sheehan

The Sheehan Titans (8-2) are set to face the Granby Memorial/Canton Bears (8-2) in a thrilling CIAC Class SS playoff game tonight at 6:30 PM. Both teams come into this matchup with identical records, and this game promises to be an exciting postseason battle between two high-powered offenses and strong defenses.

Granby Memorial/Canton has impressed throughout the season, finishing 6-1 in the league, with an overall record of 8-2. The Bears have been explosive on offense, averaging 35.3 points per game, and their rushing attack, led by Carter Chambers (63.7 yards per game), is one of the strongest in the league. Quarterback Vincent Forte has been a key contributor, throwing for 95.3 yards per game, while also leading the team in total yards with 145.6 per game. Granby Memorial/Canton also boasts a solid defense, allowing just 121 points across the season.

On the other side, Sheehan has been a force to be reckoned with, finishing 7-1 in the league and also holding an 8-2 record. The Titans’ offense has been explosive, averaging 39.0 points per game. Their rushing attack, led by Josh Durant (76.5 yards per game), has been a key factor in their success, while Jake O’Brien has excelled in the passing game, averaging 157.6 yards per game. Sheehan has also been tough on defense, allowing 147 points throughout the season, and they have a standout defensive player in Gavin Lorenson, who leads the team with 9.4 tackles per game.

Team Stats Comparison:

• Granby Memorial/Canton averages 185.4 rushing yards per game and 99.0 passing yards per game.
• Sheehan averages 208.4 rushing yards per game and 157.6 passing yards per game.
• Granby Memorial/Canton averages 35.2 points per game, while Sheehan averages 39.0 points per game.

Both teams are well-matched in terms of offensive firepower, but Sheehan has a slight edge in total yards per game (366.0) compared to Granby Memorial/Canton’s 284.4.

In their respective regular seasons, both teams have proven their dominance in their league and non-league matchups. Granby Memorial/Canton’s season has been marked by strong wins, including a solid 35-21 victory over McMahon and a key win over Wilton. Similarly, Sheehan has impressed with wins over Wilton and McMahon as well, showcasing their ability to compete at the highest level.

With playoff intensity in the air, the Titans will look to defend their home turf, while the Bears will aim to prove that their potent offense and solid defense can overcome Sheehan’s well-balanced attack. The winner of this matchup will advance further in the 2024 Connecticut High School Football Playoff Brackets: CIAC Class SS.

Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 PM at Sheehan High School. The stage is set for a classic playoff showdown between two of Connecticut’s top teams.