The Westover (Albany, GA) varsity football team will host Luella (GA) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. at Westover. This game is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets in the GHSA Class 3A tournament.

Luella vs Westover High School Football Game Info:

What: Georgia High School Football
Who: Luella vs Westover
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30p p.m.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 3A
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Game Preview: Luella vs Westover

The Westover (Albany, GA) varsity football team will face off against Luella (GA) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. at Westover High School. This matchup is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets in the GHSA Class 3A tournament.

Team Records and Performance

• Luella (5-5 overall, 4-2 region) enters the game with a solid .500 win percentage. They have shown resilience throughout the season, particularly with a strong 4-2 record in their region. The Lions’ offense has been productive, averaging 19 points per game with notable contributors such as R.L. Ward III, who leads the team in rushing with 53.6 yards per game.
• On the other hand, Westover (9-1 overall, 4-1 region) enters the playoff as the higher-seeded team with an impressive .900 win percentage. Their dominant season is reflected in their balanced offensive attack, averaging 36.6 points per game. Dominique Ball has been a standout for Westover, contributing 179.3 rushing yards per game, while Keyon Thomas leads the passing game with 112.2 yards per game.

Scoring and Offensive Breakdown

• Luella’s offense has been effective at times, especially during the second quarter, where they average 7.0 points per game. However, their scoring tends to dip in the later parts of the game, especially in the third quarter. Overall, the Lions have averaged 19 points per game, relying on strong rushing and a balanced passing attack.
• Westover’s offense has been explosive throughout the season, averaging 36.6 points per game. Their offensive production is led by a powerful rushing attack and an efficient passing game. With Dominique Ball and Keyon Thomas powering their offense, Westover’s ability to score consistently in the first half, combined with their balanced offense, has made them a formidable opponent.

Statistical Comparison

• Rushing Yards Per Game:
  • Luella: 171.4 yards
  • Westover: 252.3 yards
• Passing Yards Per Game:
  • Luella: 93.6 yards
  • Westover: 112.6 yards
• Total Yards Per Game:
  • Luella: 265.0 yards
  • Westover: 364.9 yards

Westover holds a significant advantage in total yardage, with a well-rounded offense that has been difficult for opponents to stop.

Key Players to Watch

• Luella:
  • R.L. Ward III (53.6 rushing yards per game)
  • Dylan Gwinn (89.9 passing yards per game)
  • Javon Bowser Jr. (42.4 receiving yards per game)
• Westover:
  • Dominique Ball (179.3 rushing yards per game)
  • Keyon Thomas (112.2 passing yards per game)
  • Montavis Jones (44.6 receiving yards per game)

Conclusion

With Westover’s high-powered offense and solid defense, they are the favorites heading into this playoff game. However, Luella’s ability to stay competitive in close matchups should not be underestimated, especially with a balanced attack led by their skilled players. This game will be a thrilling contest as both teams vie for a spot in the next round of the GHSA Class 3A tournament.