The Marion Local Flyers (12-0) varsity football team from Maria Stein, OH, will host the Ansonia Tigers (11-1) in a playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 OHSAA High School Football Playoff Brackets (Ohio) – Region 28 tournament.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Ohio High School Football
Who: Marion Local vs Ansonia
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM
Bracket: 2024 OHSAA High School Football Playoff Brackets (Ohio) – Region 28
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Game preview: Marion Local vs Ansonia
As the 2024 high school football season enters its most critical stage, two of Ohio’s powerhouse teams—Ansonia and Marion Local—prepare for a high-stakes clash. Both teams bring impressive records, dynamic scoring, and a season’s worth of momentum to what promises to be an intense matchup.
Season Overview & Standout Stats
The Ansonia Tigers have had a stellar season, boasting an 11-1 overall record, with an undefeated 9-0 run in conference play. They’ve protected their home turf with a perfect 7-0 record and have been almost as impressive on the road at 4-1. Their winning percentage stands at a remarkable .917, and they’ve put up 528 points this season while holding opponents to 169. Ansonia’s scoring strength is highlighted by an average of 44 points per game, with a strong performance particularly in the first two quarters.
Marion Local Flyers, however, have been equally, if not more, dominant. Undefeated at 12-0 overall and 8-0 in their conference, the Flyers have excelled both at home and on the road with perfect records (6-0). Notably, they’ve maintained a 1.000 win percentage across all their games and limited their opponents to just 36 points over the season while racking up a staggering 586 points themselves. Their scoring efficiency, averaging 48.8 points per game, peaks early in the game with an average of 18 points in the first quarter.
Head-to-Head Comparison
While the two teams haven’t faced each other head-to-head this season, their performances against common opponents provide insight. Both Ansonia and Marion Local matched up against Tri-Village, and both emerged victorious, though Marion Local delivered a particularly commanding win with a 56-14 scoreline compared to Ansonia’s narrower 34-28 triumph.
Keys to Victory
For Ansonia, maintaining their strong opening half will be essential. They need to rely on their offense to build an early lead, where they tend to be the most productive. Defensively, they’ll have to find a way to slow down Marion Local’s offense, which has been relentless, especially in the first quarter.
On the other hand, Marion Local will look to control the game from the start, as they have done throughout the season. Their defense, which has only allowed 36 points across 12 games, will aim to stymie Ansonia’s attack, forcing the Tigers into a position they rarely face: playing from behind.
Final Thoughts
With such evenly matched records and complementary strengths, this matchup promises to deliver an exhilarating showdown. Ansonia’s resilience and firepower will be put to the test against Marion Local’s well-rounded and disciplined approach, setting the stage for what could be the game of the season. Fans are eagerly awaiting kickoff to see which team will come out on top in this epic battle of Ohio high school football titans.
