The Prince Avenue Christian varsity football team (Athens, GA) will face Hebron Christian (Dacula, GA) in a neutral playoff game today at 1 PM at Prince Avenue. This matchup is part of the “2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class Private” tournament.
Hebron Christian Lions vs Prince Avenue Christian Wolverines High School Football Game Info:
What: Georgia High School Football
Who: HCHS vs PACHS
When: Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class Private
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Hebron Christian Lions vs Prince Avenue Christian Wolverines
The highly anticipated GHSA Class Private playoff game between Prince Avenue Christian (Athens, GA) and Hebron Christian (Dacula, GA) kicks off today at 1 PM on neutral turf at Prince Avenue. Both teams bring strong resumes into this matchup, setting the stage for an exciting clash.
Season Records and Rankings
Hebron Christian (11-2) enters the game ranked 38th in Georgia and 3rd in their class. With an impressive .846 win percentage, Hebron has demonstrated their strength across all environments, going 4-2 at home, 6-0 away, and 1-0 in neutral games. They boast 506 points scored this season while allowing only 163.
Prince Avenue Christian (10-3), ranked 28th in Georgia and 1st in their class, holds a .769 win percentage. The Wolverines have a perfect 5-0 record in their region and excelled at home (6-1) and on the road (4-1). They have amassed 576 points this season while conceding 263.
Recent Meeting
These teams recently met on November 1 in a conference game where Prince Avenue Christian narrowly edged out Hebron Christian with a 34-31 victory. That thrilling matchup showcased both teams’ offensive capabilities and set the tone for today’s playoff rematch.
Scoring Averages
Offensively, both teams are prolific:
- Hebron Christian averages 38.9 points per game, with strong first and second quarters contributing to their success.
- Prince Avenue Christian leads with 44.3 points per game, driven by consistent scoring throughout the first three quarters.
Statistical Comparison
Prince Avenue Christian holds an edge in most statistical categories:
- Rushing Yards Per Game: Prince Avenue (249.1) vs. Hebron (204.2)
- Passing Yards Per Game: Prince Avenue (198.2) vs. Hebron (158.5)
- Total Yards Per Game: Prince Avenue (447.3) vs. Hebron (362.7)
- Points Per Game: Prince Avenue (44.3) vs. Hebron (37.1)
Defensively, Prince Avenue averages 73 tackles per game, significantly more than Hebron’s 50.8, suggesting a potential edge in stopping big plays.
Key Players to Watch
For Hebron Christian:
- Devon Caldwell (#17): Averaging 101.1 rushing yards per game and 10 points per game.
- Thomas Stallworth (#16): Leading with 168.8 passing yards per game and 214.3 total yards per game.
- Jarvis Mathurin (#7): Top receiver with 74.6 yards per game.
For Prince Avenue Christian:
- Andrew Beard (#5): A standout with 148.5 rushing yards per game and 188.8 total yards per game.
- Jake Bobo (#14): Delivering 105 passing yards per game.
- Will Holiday (#32): Anchoring the defense with an impressive 18 tackles per game.
Common Opponents
Both teams share a 4-1 record against common opponents, underscoring their parity. Notable results include dominant wins over East Jackson and Stephens County, while both fell in close games to Blessed Trinity.
Playoff Momentum
Both teams are undefeated in the playoffs this season, with Prince Avenue Christian looking to maintain their home-field advantage and Hebron Christian aiming to avenge their earlier loss.
Final Thoughts
With their balanced offensive and defensive strengths, this playoff game is expected to be a nail-biter. Prince Avenue Christian’s consistency and home advantage may give them a slight edge, but Hebron Christian’s resilience and offensive firepower make them formidable challengers.
Fans can anticipate a high-energy battle as these two talented teams vie for a spot in the next round of the GHSA Class Private playoffs.
