The Klein Collins varsity football team (Spring, TX) will play a neutral playoff game against College Park (The Woodlands, TX) on Friday, November 22, at 7:00 PM at WW Thorne Stadium in Aldine ISD. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, 6A Division 2 tournament.

Klein Collins vs College Park Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Klein Collins vs College Park
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 6A D2
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Game preview: Klein Collins vs College Park

As the 2024-2025 football season progresses, two teams in the Texas area are drawing attention: College Park and Klein Collins. Both squads have had impressive seasons, each with strengths and challenges that have defined their journey so far. Here’s a breakdown of their performances, key players, and team comparisons as they continue their campaigns.

Season Records & Performance

• College Park (7-4)
  College Park boasts an overall winning record of 7-4, with a solid district performance of 5-3. They have maintained a balanced performance at home (2-2) and on the road (5-2). The team has been particularly strong in scoring, with a high average of 37.5 points per game. Their offense has been potent, particularly in the first half of games, scoring an average of 26.5 points in the first two quarters alone.
• Klein Collins (6-5)
  Klein Collins has posted a 6-5 overall record, with a district record mirroring College Park’s at 5-3. Their performance at home has been weaker than on the road, with a 2-3 home record compared to a stronger 3-2 mark away from home. Klein Collins averages 28.5 points per game, with their offense peaking early in games with an average of 17.4 points scored in the first half.

Team Stat Comparison

• Offensive Power: College Park has a diverse and potent offense, averaging 344.3 total yards per game, with standout performances from their passing game (219.0 yards per game) and receiving corps (218.3 yards per game). In comparison, Klein Collins has not been as efficient offensively, with total yardage averaging much lower, at around 287 yards per game, without a standout rushing attack.
• Defensive Comparison: Defensively, College Park averages 33.3 tackles per game and has been slightly more consistent in terms of pressure, with 0.7 sacks per game. Klein Collins, while not as aggressive in the sack department, still manages to put up a respectable 307 points allowed, which is nearly the same as College Park’s 278 points allowed on the season.

Key Players to Watch

• College Park
  • Kenzo Almeida (#11): Rushing leader with an average of 38.3 yards per game.
  • Camden Hughes (#12): A dual threat, leading the team with 205.4 passing yards per game and a total of 234.8 yards per game.
  • Clint Rachal (#7): A key receiving target, averaging 126.6 yards per game and contributing 9.0 points per game.
• Klein Collins
  • Bryce Cooper (#26): A solid contributor to the defense with 0.5 sacks per game.
  • David Sands (#6): Leading tackler for Klein Collins, averaging 8.5 tackles per game.

Common Opponents

Both teams faced some of the same opponents this season, but neither squad was able to overcome these common foes.

• Klein Cain: Both College Park and Klein Collins lost to Klein Cain, with College Park falling 40-17 in early September and Klein Collins losing 45-35 in late October.
• Willis: Both teams suffered losses to Willis as well, with College Park losing 45-21 in early October, and Klein Collins going down 40-7 in early September.

Head-to-Head Record

Interestingly, both teams have yet to meet head-to-head this season. Their common opponents offer little advantage, as both squads came out with identical records against teams like Klein Cain and Willis.

Looking Ahead

As the season progresses, both College Park and Klein Collins are positioned to make a significant impact within their respective districts. With strong offensive capabilities and solid defenses, the teams will likely continue their playoff pushes, hoping to improve on their head-to-head performances and cement their standings.

For College Park, the key to success will be maintaining their offensive dominance, particularly in the first half of games, while Klein Collins will need to find a way to improve its overall offensive production. Both teams have the talent to make a deep postseason run, but consistency will be crucial as they face tough district matchups ahead.

Conclusion

College Park and Klein Collins are two high-performing teams in Texas that have shown resilience and skill throughout the 2024-2025 season. As they gear up for the final stretch of the season, football fans in Texas are eagerly awaiting their next matchups, hoping to see these teams face off in a future showdown. For now, both squads continue to represent their districts proudly, with high hopes for the postseason.