The North Myrtle Beach varsity football team from Little River, SC, will host a playoff game against Lucy Beckham High School from Mt. Pleasant, SC, on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 South Carolina Football State Championships (SCHSL) – Class AAAAA Football: Division 2 tournament.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: South Carolina High School Football
Who: North Myrtle Beach vs Lucy Beckham
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM
Bracket: 2024 South Carolina Football State Championships (SCHSL) – Class AAAAA Football: Division 2
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Game preview: North Myrtle Beach vs Lucy Beckham

As the high school football season winds down, Lucy Beckham High School and North Myrtle Beach High School are set to square off, each looking to close the season with a winning edge. With identical 4-6 records, both teams have faced challenges but shown resilience, making this matchup highly anticipated.

Rankings & Records

• Lucy Beckham has a 4-6 overall record, including 1-4 in region play. They’ve split their games both at home (2-2) and away (2-4), giving them a .400 winning percentage and a .200 region win percentage. They’ve scored 236 points while allowing 230, showing competitive but close games.
• North Myrtle Beach also has a 4-6 overall record but has fared better in region play with a 3-2 record, which reflects a .600 region win percentage. They’re 2-3 both at home and away, and while they’ve scored slightly fewer points (211), they’ve allowed more points against (254).

Team Scoring Averages

The scoring averages by quarter reveal a pattern:

• Lucy Beckham: They average 23.6 points per game, with stronger scoring in the second quarter (11.3 points) and consistent fourth-quarter efforts (8.8 points).
• North Myrtle Beach: Averaging 21.1 points per game, they start slow, picking up most of their scoring in the second and fourth quarters.

Key Stats Comparison

Lucy Beckham’s stats showcase a balanced offensive approach:

• Rushing Yards per Game: 168.5 yards
• Passing Yards per Game: 156.0 yards
• Receiving Yards per Game: 139.2 yards
• Total Yards per Game: 324.5 yards
• Tackles per Game: 62.7 tackles
• Sacks per Game: 1.6 sacks
• Points per Game: 17.0 points

North Myrtle Beach’s detailed stats weren’t available for comparison, but their region record hints at solid defensive and strategic plays.

Team Leaders

Lucy Beckham’s success has been propelled by:

• Chalmers Ballard (#10): He leads with 69.1 rushing yards and 156.0 passing yards per game, totaling 225.1 yards. Additionally, he contributes 5.4 points per game.
• Aidan Lentsch (#16): As the receiving leader, he averages 43.6 yards per game.
• Hank Aeppli (#32): Defensive powerhouse with 10.4 tackles per game.
• Jackson Edwards (#59): Leads in sacks with 0.5 per game.

North Myrtle Beach will have their work cut out to contain Ballard, Lentsch, and Beckham’s defensive line.

Common Opponents

Both teams faced St. James and Goose Creek this season, with identical records against these opponents.

• Lucy Beckham defeated St. James 48-17 but lost to Goose Creek 31-7.
• North Myrtle Beach took down St. James 52-15 but also suffered a loss to Goose Creek, 41-14.

Game Dynamics and Key Factors

With both teams eager for a strong finish, expect Lucy Beckham to lean on Ballard’s versatility and Lentsch’s receiving ability. North Myrtle Beach’s regional success and resilience will test Beckham’s defense. Each team’s performance in key quarters and ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities will likely determine the game’s outcome.