The Grace Academy varsity football team from Georgetown, TX, will host a playoff game against the Hill Country Knights from Bertram, TX, on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. The game will be held at Tippit Middle School and is part of the TAIAO 2024 Football Championships in Division III.
Hill Country Knights vs Grace Academy Football Game Info:
What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Hill Country Knights vs Grace Academy
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m.
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Game preview: Hill Country Knights vs Grace Academy
The Hill Country Knights and Grace Academy are set to clash in an upcoming high school football showdown. Both teams bring unique strengths to the field, but Grace Academy’s stellar season performance and offensive power give them a clear edge. Here’s an in-depth look at the stats and rankings leading into this matchup.
Rankings & Records
Hill Country Knights (24-25 Season)
- National Rank: 1,717
- Texas Rank: 256
- State Division Rank: 8
- Overall Record: 3-6 (0-1 in District)
- Home Record: 1-1
- Away Record: 1-5
- Win Percentage: .333
Grace Academy (24-25 Season)
- National Rank: 688
- Texas Rank: 138
- State Division Rank: 1
- Overall Record: 6-3 (1-0 in District)
- Home Record: 3-2
- Away Record: 3-1
- Win Percentage: .667
Grace Academy’s season has been more successful, with a higher winning percentage and a spotless district record of 1-0 compared to the Knights’ 0-1. Grace also holds a superior national rank, sitting at 688, while the Knights rank at 1,717.
Offensive and Defensive Analysis
Scoring Averages
Grace Academy’s powerful offense scores an impressive average of 55.9 points per game, including a balanced spread of points across all quarters and an ability to score in overtime. In contrast, Hill Country Knights average 27.0 points per game, showing a more modest offensive output.
Yards per Game
- Grace Academy averages 336.8 total yards per game, with 278.1 coming from rushing.
- Hill Country Knights’ leading rusher, Hunter Maxwell (#9), contributes significantly, with a personal rushing average of 209.3 yards per game, underscoring the team’s reliance on ground play.
Player Performance Leaders
The Knights’ Hunter Maxwell shines in individual stats, contributing 213.2 yards per game and 28.0 points per game, positioning him as a key player. However, Grace Academy maintains a strong overall team structure, with consistent contributors across rushing, passing, and receiving categories.
Common Opponents
In a head-to-head comparison through common opponents, Grace Academy is undefeated, securing victories against Valor South Austin, NYOS Charter, and CenTex HomeSchool. The Knights, however, lost to all three teams, underscoring the difference in performance levels when facing mutual competition.
| Opponent | Hill Country Knights | Grace Academy |
|---|---|---|
| Valor South Austin | L (53-32) | W (54-6) |
| NYOS Charter | L (46-32) | W (65-22) |
| CenTex HomeSchool | L (72-27) | W (74-73) |
Grace Academy’s strong showings in these matchups indicate a well-rounded offense and defense capable of taking on tough opponents, whereas the Knights struggled significantly against these same teams.
Game Prediction
With Grace Academy’s offensive strength, higher yardage per game, and a spotless district record, they enter this matchup as favorites. Hill Country’s reliance on star player Hunter Maxwell for most of their yardage and points could pose a challenge if Grace Academy can effectively contain him.
