The Calvary Day (Savannah, GA) varsity football team will face Mount Paran Christian (Kennesaw, GA) in a neutral playoff game today at 7:00 PM at Calvary Day. This matchup is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets for the GHSA Class Private tournament.

Mount Paran Christian vs Calvary Day High School Football Game Info:

What: Georgia High School Football
Who: MPCHS vs Calvary
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00pm.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class Private
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Mount Paran Christian vs Calvary Day

The Mount Paran Christian (Kennesaw, GA) varsity football team will square off against Calvary Day (Savannah, GA) today in a high-stakes neutral playoff game at 7:00 PM. This game is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets for the GHSA Class Private tournament. Both teams are entering this contest with strong records and high expectations, making it one of the most anticipated matchups of the postseason.

Team Records and Rankings

Mount Paran Christian heads into the game with an 8-3 record overall, including a 3-2 mark in region play. The team has been dominant at home, boasting a perfect 6-0 record, but has faced some challenges on the road, going 2-3. With 271 points scored and 192 points allowed, Mount Paran Christian averages 24.6 points per game, with a balanced offense featuring both rushing and passing attacks.

On the other hand, Calvary Day enters the game with a stellar 9-1 record, including a perfect 9-0 mark in region play. The team has been unstoppable at home (5-0) and has an impressive 4-1 record in away games. Calvary Day has scored a total of 399 points and allowed just 88, averaging an impressive 39.9 points per game. Their defensive prowess has been a key part of their success this season.

Team Scoring Averages

• Mount Paran Christian:
  • Q1: 3.1
  • Q2: 8.1
  • Q3: 5.0
  • Q4: 5.7
  • Final: 24.6
• Calvary Day:
  • Q1: 13.3
  • Q2: 11.3
  • Q3: 4.7
  • Q4: 3.0
  • Final: 39.9

While Mount Paran Christian has been more consistent across the four quarters, Calvary Day has been dominant in the first half of games, with strong offensive performances that have helped them to a high-scoring average throughout the season.

Team Stat Comparison

• Mount Paran Christian:
  • Rushing Yards Per Game: 245.4
  • Passing Yards Per Game: 35.2
  • Total Yards Per Game: 280.5
  • Points Per Game: 18.5
• Calvary Day:
  • Rushing Yards Per Game: 150.1
  • Passing Yards Per Game: 214.0
  • Total Yards Per Game: 364.1
  • Points Per Game: 39.5

While Mount Paran Christian has been more effective on the ground, averaging 245.4 rushing yards per game, Calvary Day has a more balanced offensive attack, with 214 passing yards per game complementing a solid rushing game. The difference in total yards and points per game indicates that Calvary Day has had a more potent offense throughout the season.

Key Players to Watch

• Mount Paran Christian:
  • Andrew Overton: Overton leads his team in both rushing and total yards with 97.2 rushing yards per game and 133.9 total yards per game. He is also the top scorer with 8.0 points per game.
  • Sam D. Westbrook: A key receiving threat, Westbrook has 31.5 receiving yards per game and will be an important target for the offense.
• Calvary Day:
  • Caden Jones: Jones has been a standout performer for Calvary Day, passing for 214.0 yards per game and contributing significantly to the team’s offensive success.
  • Thomas Blackshear: Blackshear is the leading receiver with 105.9 receiving yards per game and 10.5 points per game, and he will play a crucial role in this playoff matchup.
  • Cutter Powell: Powell leads the team with 8.4 tackles per game, providing strength on the defensive side.

Record Breakdown

• Mount Paran Christian:
  • Overall: 8-3
  • League: 3-2
  • Home: 6-0
  • Away: 2-3
  • Playoff: 1-0
• Calvary Day:
  • Overall: 9-1
  • League: 9-0
  • Home: 5-0
  • Away: 4-1
  • Playoff: 1-0

Both teams come into the game with solid records, but Calvary Day’s undefeated region play and higher scoring offense make them the slight favorite. However, Mount Paran Christian’s strong home record and balanced team will surely challenge them.

Conclusion

This playoff showdown between Mount Paran Christian and Calvary Day promises to be an exciting contest with plenty of talent on display. Mount Paran Christian will look to capitalize on their rushing attack, while Calvary Day will lean on their balanced offensive and defensive strategies to continue their impressive run. Both teams have the talent and determination to advance, and with a trip to the next round on the line, expect a competitive and thrilling game.