The Gunter (TX) varsity football team will face Wall (TX) in a home playoff game today at 4 PM at ACU’s Wildcat Stadium. This game is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships for Football Conference 3A Division 2.

Gunter vs Wall Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Gunter vs Wall
When: Friday, December 13, 2024
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 3A D2
Time: 4:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Gunter vs Wall

In the world of Texas high school football, Wall and Gunter have consistently proven themselves as elite programs. Both teams, with impressive 2024-25 seasons, boast dominant records and have shown their strength in district play. As they continue their journey, their stats tell the story of two well-rounded, high-performing squads.

Season Breakdown

Wall enters with a stellar 13-1 record, dominating district play with a perfect 4-0 mark. Their overall success is reflected in their .929 win percentage, while going 8-1 at home and 5-0 on the road, showing their resilience regardless of location. They’ve accumulated 601 points for (PF) and allowed only 168 points against (PA), proving their offensive firepower and defensive tenacity.

Gunter, similarly impressive, comes in at 12-2, with an unblemished 6-0 district record and a solid .857 win percentage. Their defense has been key, allowing just 183 points, while their offense has generated a remarkable 617 points. Gunter’s perfect 8-0 home record underscores their dominance in front of their fans, while their road performance (4-2) remains solid.

Team Scoring Averages

Offensively, both teams have shown an ability to control games right from the start:

• Wall averages 11.2 points in the first quarter and ramps up to 17.3 in the second. Their total game average sits at 42.9 points per game.
• Gunter also starts strong, averaging 11.7 points in the first quarter and consistently scoring throughout, finishing with a slightly higher 44.1 points per game.

Defensively, both teams show similar patterns, keeping opponents in check as the game progresses, allowing them to build on early leads.

Stat Comparison

When comparing offensive and defensive stats, Wall stands out with significant production:

• Rushing Yards per Game: 163.9 for Wall
• Passing Yards per Game: 256.9 for Wall
• Total Yards per Game: 420.7 for Wall

Wall’s 90.3 tackles per game highlight their defensive prowess, paired with 2.0 sacks per game, adding pressure to opposing offenses.

Key Players

Each team has star players who are crucial to their success:

• Wall’s #25 Thomas Leanos leads in rushing with 74.8 yards per game, while #4 Landon York excels in the passing game, averaging an impressive 247.7 yards per game. York also leads Wall in total yardage with 252.1 yards per game, making him the focal point of their offensive scheme.
• Gunter’s defense is no less formidable, though individual stats aren’t listed, their record and defensive numbers show a well-rounded team effort.

Defensively for Wall, #31 Ethan Michalewicz has been a tackling machine, with 9.9 tackles per game, while #22 Lane Stansberry leads in sacks with 0.6 per game.

Record Breakdown

Both teams have shown their capability to win in both league and non-league play:

• Wall boasts a 5-1 non-league record, while Gunter stands at 2-2, possibly indicating tougher non-league competition for Gunter.
• Wall and Gunter are both undefeated in the playoffs, each sitting at 4-0, with all of their games this season being against in-state competition.

Final Thoughts

As Wall and Gunter continue their pursuit of excellence, it’s clear that both teams are well-prepared to contend for state championships. With near-identical scoring averages and strong defensive performances, a potential matchup between these two teams would be one for the ages. While Wall boasts a more balanced attack with both rushing and passing threats, Gunter’s consistency and home-field dominance could prove to be the edge they need.

This battle of Texas titans is a showcase of high school football at its finest, with each team looking to cement its legacy in the state.