The Lee Central Stallions (6-4) from Bishopville, SC, will host the Calhoun County Saints (3-7) from St. Matthews, SC, in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 South Carolina Football State Championships (SCHSL) – Class A Football tournament.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: South Carolina High School Football
Who: Lee Central vs Calhoun County
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM
Bracket: 2024 South Carolina Football State Championships (SCHSL) – Class A Football
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Game preview: Lee Central vs Calhoun County

As the 2024-2025 high school football season draws to a close, Calhoun County and Lee Central have left their mark in the rankings. While both teams show promising moments, their records reflect distinct paths through the season, with Lee Central leading the charge in both overall performance and scoring averages.

Team Overview

Calhoun County (3-7 overall, 3-1 region)

• Class: 181
• SC Class: 13
• The Calhoun County football team has had a challenging season with an overall record of 3-7. Despite their struggles, they have been solid in region play with a 3-1 record. However, they faced significant difficulty in non-league games, posting a 0-5 record. Their offense has struggled, scoring an average of just 12.8 points per game across the four quarters. The team averages only 3.7 points in the first quarter, indicating a slow start to games, with scoring gradually increasing in the latter halves.

Lee Central (6-4 overall, 3-2 region)

• Class: 158
• SC Class: 9
• On the other hand, Lee Central has had a stronger season with a 6-4 overall record, including a 3-2 record in their region. Their balanced performance at home (4-2) and on the road (2-2) indicates that they have been competitive no matter the venue. Lee Central’s offense has been particularly potent, averaging 29.4 points per game. With a strong first half, they average 7.3 points in the first quarter and continue to build momentum with 13.3 points in the third quarter. This consistent scoring has made them a difficult team to handle.

Scoring Averages

• Calhoun County:
  • Q1: 3.7 points
  • Q2: 2.3 points
  • Q3: 1.0 point
  • Q4: 3.6 points
  • Total: 12.8 points per game

  Calhoun County has faced difficulties in offensive production, especially in the middle quarters of games. They average only 2.3 points in the second quarter, struggling to build on early momentum. Their scoring is spread thin throughout the game, but they have not shown the same firepower as their opponents in the league.

• Lee Central:
  • Q1: 7.3 points
  • Q2: 6.7 points
  • Q3: 13.3 points
  • Q4: 10.0 points
  • Total: 29.4 points per game

  Lee Central, by contrast, shows explosive offensive output, especially in the second half of games. Their third-quarter performance stands out with an impressive 13.3 points on average, reflecting their ability to adjust and dominate after halftime. With a solid start in the first quarter and consistent second-half scoring, Lee Central has proved to be a force to reckon with.

Head-to-Head & Common Opponents

Neither team has faced each other this season, so a direct comparison through head-to-head records remains pending. They also share no common opponents, so it’s difficult to judge how they match up against teams that might provide insights into their relative strength.

Conclusion

In terms of overall performance and scoring potential, Lee Central has had a more successful season, with a clear advantage in both their overall and regional records. Calhoun County, while competitive in region play, has struggled in non-league matchups, which has affected their overall season performance.

Lee Central’s strong offense, particularly in the third quarter, positions them as a dangerous team going into any playoff scenario. Calhoun County, however, will need to improve its offensive consistency if they hope to turn their fortunes around in future seasons. With both teams having room for improvement, it will be interesting to see how they develop moving forward.