The Raceland (KY) varsity football team will play a neutral-site playoff game against Sayre (Lexington, KY) today at 12 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 Kentucky High School Football Playoff Brackets for Class 1A.
Raceland vs Sayre Game Info:
What: Kentucky High School Football
Who: Raceland (KY) vs Sayre (KY)
When: Friday, December 6, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
Where: Kroger Field
Bracket: 2024 Kentucky High School Football Playoff Brackets: KHSAA – Class 1A
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Raceland vs Sayre
As the 2024-25 football season unfolds, Sayre and Raceland have emerged as standout teams, each boasting impressive records and performance metrics. Here’s a detailed look at how these two teams compare in rankings, records, and statistical performance.
Rankings and Records
Sayre (24-25 Season)
- Overall Record: 14-0
- District Record: 3-0
- Home Record: 9-0
- Away Record: 5-0
- Win Percentage: 1.000
- District Percentage: 1.000
- Points For (PF): 621
- Points Against (PA): 73
Raceland (24-25 Season)
- Overall Record: 11-4
- District Record: 3-0
- Home Record: 6-2
- Away Record: 4-2
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: .733
- District Percentage: 1.000
- Points For (PF): 475
- Points Against (PA): 186
Team Scoring Averages
| Quarter | Sayre | Raceland |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 15.7 | 13.7 |
| Q2 | 13.9 | 5.9 |
| Q3 | 8.0 | 6.1 |
| Q4 | 6.9 | 6.1 |
| Final | 44.4 | 31.7 |
Sayre’s consistent scoring across all quarters highlights their offensive efficiency, while Raceland’s lower scoring in the second quarter suggests room for improvement in mid-game adjustments.
Team Statistical Comparison
| Statistic | Sayre | Raceland |
| Rushing Yards Per Game | 28.8 | – |
| Passing Yards Per Game | 42.4 | – |
| Receiving Yards Per Game | 42.4 | – |
| Total Yards Per Game | 71.2 | – |
| Tackles Per Game | 12.5 | – |
| Sacks Per Game | 0.2 | – |
| Points Per Game | 9.0 | – |
Team Leaders
Sayre
- Rushing Yards Per Game: Charlie Slabaugh (#1) – 81.5
- Passing Yards Per Game: Luke Pennington (#10) – 183.7
- Receiving Yards Per Game: Brock Coffman (#2) – 92.3
- Total Yards Per Game: Luke Pennington (#10) – 189.7
- Tackles Per Game: Charlie Slabaugh (#1) – 9.0
- Sacks Per Game: Jud Masters (#65) – 0.5
- Points Per Game: Brock Coffman (#2) – 10.0
Raceland’s team leaders are not specified, but Sayre’s key players demonstrate a well-rounded and impactful contribution across all metrics.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced a slate of shared opponents, with Sayre maintaining a perfect 6-0 record while Raceland finished 6-1.
| Date | Sayre Opponent | Result | Raceland Opponent | Result |
| 9/26/24 | Nicholas County | W 42-0 | Nicholas County | W 65-0 |
| 10/11/24 | Berea | W 56-7 | Berea | W 70-7 |
| 10/25/24 | Eminence | W 49-6 | Eminence | W 41-13 |
| 11/8/24 | Fairview | W 63-0 | Fairview | W 56-6 |
| 11/15/24 | Paris | W 41-20 | Paris | W 28-14 |
| 11/22/24 | Pikeville | W 21-6 | Pikeville | L 16-13 |
Sayre’s decisive win against Pikeville contrasts with Raceland’s narrow loss, signaling a potential advantage for Sayre in head-to-head matchups.
Record Breakdown
| Record Type | Sayre | Raceland |
| Overall | 14-0 | 11-4 |
| League | 3-0 | 3-0 |
| Non-League | 7-0 | 4-4 |
| Head-to-Head | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Common Opponents | 6-0 | 6-1 |
| Home | 9-0 | 6-2 |
| Away | 5-0 | 4-2 |
| Neutral | 0-0 | 1-0 |
| Playoff | 4-0 | 4-0 |
| In-State | 14-0 | 11-4 |
| Out-of-State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
Conclusion
Sayre’s flawless record and dominant performance metrics make them a formidable opponent. With standout players like Luke Pennington and Charlie Slabaugh leading the charge, their offense and defense remain consistently effective. Raceland, though strong, will need to address key weaknesses to match Sayre’s pace.
This matchup promises to be a thrilling contest of skill, strategy, and resilience as both teams aim to solidify their positions at the top.
