The Midland Christian (Midland, TX) varsity football team will play a home playoff game against Regents (Austin, TX) on Saturday, November 23, at 2:00 PM in San Angelo. This game is part of the TAPPS 2024 High School Football Playoff – TAPPS Division II tournament.

Midland Christian vs Regents Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Midland Christian vs Regents
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: TAPPS 2024 High School Football Playoff – TAPPS Division II
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Game preview: Midland Christian vs Regents

As the football season heats up, two standout Texas high school teams, Regents and Midland Christian, are making waves in their respective divisions. Here’s a closer look at the rankings, records, and key statistical comparisons that highlight the strengths and strategies of these two teams.

Team Records and Performance

• Regents (24-25) boasts an impressive 10-1 overall record, with a perfect 6-0 district performance. Their dominance on both home and away fields is evident, having gone 6-0 at home and 4-1 away. With a win percentage of .909 and a flawless district performance, Regents is clearly a team to be reckoned with. Their offensive power shines through with a formidable total of 483 points scored and only 157 points allowed, showcasing their offensive and defensive prowess.
• Midland Christian (24-25), with a record of 6-5, has had a mixed season. Their district performance is solid at 4-1, but they have faced struggles on the road, with a 3-3 away record. Midland Christian’s offense has posted 304 points, but their defense has allowed 278, resulting in a much closer margin of victory compared to Regents. Their win percentage stands at .545, and their district win percentage is a respectable .800.

Offensive and Defensive Strengths

When it comes to offensive averages, Regents leads with a significant scoring margin. They average 43.9 points per game, with notable performances in the second quarter (18.3 points) and the first quarter (11.0 points). They have a well-balanced attack, with 147.6 rushing yards per game and 207.9 passing yards per game. Their receiving yards also average 208.1 per game, showing a versatile offensive scheme.

In comparison, Midland Christian scores an average of 27.6 points per game, with their strongest quarters being the first (6.0 points) and second (8.0 points). Their rushing game averages 184.0 yards per game, while their passing game has 163.8 yards per game. Midland Christian relies more on its rushing attack but also shows a solid passing game.

Defensive Stats and Impact Players

Defensively, Regents averages 66.2 tackles per game, with 1.6 sacks per game. Their ability to stop opposing offenses and pressure the quarterback has been critical to their success. On the other hand, Midland Christian leads in tackles, with an average of 82.4 tackles per game, though their sack average is slightly higher at 1.7 per game, indicating a more aggressive pass-rushing approach.

Both teams excel at minimizing their opponents’ scoring, with Regents allowing an average of just 14.3 points per game (157 total points), while Midland Christian allows 27.8 points per game.

Key Players to Watch

Regents has several standout performers:

• Sam Pope leads the team with 58.5 rushing yards per game and scores an impressive 7.6 points per game.
• Jack Devine is the team’s primary passing threat, averaging 196.7 passing yards per game and contributing to 228.0 total yards per game.
• Kade Millington has 71.3 receiving yards per game, and Logan Kendall leads the defense with 11.9 tackles per game.

For Midland Christian, key players include:

• Case Cole, who leads the team with 88.6 rushing yards per game.
• Avery Morgan, a dual-threat player with 156.4 passing yards and 179.2 total yards per game.
• Jaret Stockstill adds 42.4 receiving yards per game, while Brady Young leads the defense with 12 tackles per game.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

Both teams have faced similar opponents this season, with each maintaining a 2-0 record against their common adversaries. In their respective victories, Regents has proven to be dominant, beating Grace Community 42-0 and Southwest Christian School 56-7. Midland Christian also found success against these teams, defeating Grace Community 34-29 and Southwest Christian 35-8. This shared success shows that both teams are capable of defeating tough competition, making their upcoming matchup one to watch.

Final Thoughts

With Regents posting a commanding record of 10-1 and Midland Christian standing at 6-5, this matchup promises to be a test of Regents’ high-powered offense against Midland Christian’s balanced attack and tough defense. Both teams will look to capitalize on their strengths—Regents with their passing game and Midland Christian with their rushing attack. It will be a clash of styles, but one thing is certain: these teams are both prepared for a competitive battle.

As we head into the final stretch of the season, the outcome of this game could have major playoff implications for both teams.2