The South Atlanta (Atlanta, GA) varsity football team will host Laney (Augusta, GA) in a home playoff game today at 2 p.m. at South Atlanta. This game is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA Class 2A tournament.
Laney vs South Atlanta High School Football Game Info:
What: Georgia High School Football
Who: FSDB vs South Atlanta
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 2:00pm.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 2A
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Laney vs South Atlanta
The Laney (Augusta, GA) varsity football team will travel to South Atlanta (Atlanta, GA) for a thrilling playoff matchup today at 2 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA Class 2A tournament.
Laney Panthers
Laney enters this playoff game with a solid 6-4 overall record, including a 3-2 mark in their region. The Panthers have been competitive on both sides of the ball, averaging 23 points per game, with a strong offensive showing early in games. Laney has posted consistent performances throughout the season, with an average of 9.3 points in the first quarter and 7.3 points in the second quarter, but their offensive output tapers off in the second half.
Key players for Laney include their quarterback, Keylan Pope, who has been a key figure in their offense, passing for an average of 136 yards per game. Wide receiver Jason Batemon Jr. is another standout player, leading the team in receiving with an average of 64 yards per game.
South Atlanta Hornets
South Atlanta, with a 5-5 overall record, comes into the postseason with a slightly lower win percentage but a strong showing in region play, where they posted a 3-1 record. Despite a challenging season, the Hornets have been resilient, especially in the second half of games, where they average 13.2 points per game in the fourth quarter.
South Atlanta’s offensive strategy revolves around quarterback Keylan Pope (not to be confused with Laney’s), who leads the team in passing with 136 yards per game. The Hornets’ offense has been efficient at moving the ball, averaging 21.4 total yards per game. However, they will need to step up their overall consistency to challenge the high-powered Laney offense.
Head-to-Head & Playoff Outlook
The teams have not faced each other yet this season, making this playoff game all the more exciting. Both teams bring different strengths to the table: Laney with their early-game scoring ability and South Atlanta with a potent fourth-quarter offense. This will be a crucial test of both teams’ depth and ability to maintain momentum.
With the playoffs on the line, the intensity of the matchup between Laney and South Atlanta will be a must-watch for fans of Georgia high school football. Both teams will be fighting for a chance to continue their journey in the GHSA Class 2A tournament.
The game kicks off at 2 p.m. at South Atlanta’s home field. Don’t miss the action as these two teams battle for a spot in the next round of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoffs.
