The Holliday (TX) varsity football team will play a home playoff game against Tolar (TX) on Friday, November 29, at 12:00 PM at Mineral Wells HS. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, in the 2024 Football Conference 3A Division 2 tournament.

Holliday vs Tolar Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Holliday vs Tolar
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 3A D2
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Game preview: Holliday vs Tolar

As the 2024-2025 football season winds down, two standout teams in Texas, Tolar and Holliday, have captured attention with their impressive records and explosive performances. Both teams, undefeated in district play, have made their mark as state contenders with powerful offenses, tough defenses, and perfect district records.

Team Overview

• Tolar: With an overall record of 11-1, Tolar has been a dominant force in their district, boasting a perfect 5-0 district record and a 6-0 home record. The team has an impressive .917 win percentage and has scored an average of 34.6 points per game, while allowing just 120 points across the season.
• Holliday: Holliday, with a 10-2 record, has proven itself a formidable opponent, especially with its 5-0 district record. Their offense is even more explosive than Tolar’s, averaging 48.3 points per game and outscoring their opponents by a wide margin. The team’s defense is also tough, yielding 199 points throughout the season.

Offensive Firepower

Both teams are known for their high-scoring offenses, but Holliday edges out Tolar in terms of total yardage and scoring:

• Tolar’s Offensive Stats:
  • Rushing Yards Per Game: 162.1
  • Passing Yards Per Game: 155.3
  • Total Yards Per Game: 317.3
• Holliday’s Offensive Stats:
  • Rushing Yards Per Game: 139.9
  • Passing Yards Per Game: 286.1
  • Total Yards Per Game: 426.0

Despite Holliday’s higher total yardage, Tolar’s well-rounded offense, led by quarterback Briton Rice and running back Peyton Brown, has been more than capable of keeping up with their scoring pace. Tolar averages 10.9 points in the first quarter alone, a testament to their quick-start ability.

Key Players to Watch

• Tolar:
  • Peyton Brown (#40): With an average of 115.3 rushing yards per game, Brown has been Tolar’s driving force on the ground.
  • Briton Rice (#5): A dual threat, Rice has thrown for 149.7 passing yards per game and contributes significantly to the team’s offensive output.
  • Dacen Watkins (#10): As a key receiver, Watkins averages 46.5 receiving yards per game.
• Holliday:
  • Steele Skinner (#10): Skinner leads the rushing game with 47.7 rushing yards per game and is a key part of Holliday’s ground attack.
  • Hunter Jones (#12): The team’s top passer, Jones averages a staggering 275.4 passing yards per game.
  • Ashtyn Berry (#2): Leading the receiving corps with 105.4 receiving yards per game, Berry is a significant threat in the passing game.

Defensive Comparison

While both teams have strong defenses, Holliday has the edge in terms of tackling and pass rush:

• Tolar:
  • Tackles Per Game: 80.3
  • Sacks Per Game: 1.2
• Holliday:
  • Tackles Per Game: 85.5
  • Sacks Per Game: 2.8

Tolar’s defense has been effective, but Holliday’s ability to generate pressure with more sacks could be the deciding factor in a close game.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced some of the same opponents this season, with Tolar maintaining an undefeated record against them, while Holliday has won the majority of its matchups:

• Tolar’s Wins:
  • Millsap (36-20), Breckenridge (42-6), and Dublin (56-14).
• Holliday’s Wins:
  • Millsap (48-20), Breckenridge (64-0), and Dublin (85-7).

Both teams have outclassed their common opponents, but Holliday’s higher margins of victory stand out, especially with their 85-7 dismantling of Dublin.

Head-to-Head Comparison

While neither team has faced off this season, the upcoming matchup promises to be a clash of titans. Both teams have proven their dominance in their respective districts, with perfect district records and strong performances across the board.

• Tolar:
  • District Record: 5-0
  • Overall Record: 11-1
• Holliday:
  • District Record: 5-0
  • Overall Record: 10-2

Both teams will be looking to showcase their strengths in this potential postseason preview.

Conclusion

As Tolar and Holliday prepare for their eventual showdown, fans can expect a high-scoring, hard-hitting game between two of Texas’ most potent high school football teams. Tolar’s balanced offense and steady defense will face off against Holliday’s explosive aerial attack and stifling defense. With both teams boasting near-perfect records and standout players, it’s sure to be one of the most exciting games of the season.