The North Point (Waldorf, MD) varsity football team will host a home playoff game against Great Mills (MD) on Friday, November 15, at 7 p.m.

What: Maryland High School Football
Who: North Point (MD) vs Great Mills (MD)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Great Mills vs. North Point: A Season Recap and Playoff Preview

As the 2024-2025 football season progresses, the Great Mills and North Point football teams have had contrasting journeys, but both are primed for their upcoming playoff showdown on Friday, November 15 at 7:00 p.m. at North Point’s stadium in Waldorf, MD.

Season Records and Performance Overview

• Great Mills (6-4 overall, 4-4 region)
  The Great Mills varsity football team has had an up-and-down season, finishing with a .600 win percentage overall. They’ve shown resilience with notable victories over teams like Leonardtown (26-13), Calvert (31-15), and Chopticon (42-0). However, their record in the region stands at 4-4, showcasing some inconsistency in conference play. The team has scored an average of 22 points per game while allowing 14.7.
• North Point (8-2 overall, 7-2 region)
  In contrast, North Point has been one of the stronger teams in the region, ending the regular season with an .800 win percentage. The Eagles have been dominant on both sides of the ball, scoring an average of 30.7 points per game while allowing only 6.9 points. North Point’s season has been highlighted by impressive wins, including a 21-0 shutout of St. Charles and a 42-0 win over Chopticon. Their only losses came against Leonardtown (21-20) and Calvert (20-17), both close matchups.

Head-to-Head Results

The two teams met earlier in the season on September 20, 2024, in a dominant performance by North Point, who won 28-0. Great Mills struggled to put points on the board, as the game was a shutout from start to finish.

Team Scoring Breakdown

• Great Mills Scoring Average (per quarter):
  • Q1: 2.7
  • Q2: 4.7
  • Q3: 8.0
  • Q4: 6.0
  • Total: 22.0
• North Point Scoring Average (per quarter):
  • Q1: 3.5
  • Q2: 7.0
  • Q3: 7.0
  • Q4: 0.0
  • Total: 30.7

North Point’s ability to score consistently in the first half has been a key factor in their success, while Great Mills has shown a more balanced attack, improving as games go on. In their earlier matchup, North Point’s offense overwhelmed Great Mills, and the shutout was a testament to their defensive strength.

Key Players to Watch

• Great Mills:
  • Zhaykahrii Platter (#5) – 65.0 rushing yards per game
  • Kian Bush (#2) – 130.0 passing yards per game
  • Demariae Thomas (#0) – 54.2 receiving yards per game
  • Brayden Brashear (#10) – 13.2 tackles per game
• North Point:
  • Kian Bush (#2) – 142.0 total yards per game
  • Shane Gray (#25) – 6.0 points per game
  • Damari Riley (#9) – 0.7 sacks per game

Great Mills relies on the versatility of their offense, with Bush leading both the passing and total yardage categories, while Platter is a workhorse in the running game. North Point, meanwhile, has been outstanding both offensively and defensively, with Bush contributing across the board and Riley providing a pass-rushing threat.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced similar opponents this season, but with different results. Notably:

• St. Charles: Great Mills lost 13-10 at home, while North Point defeated St. Charles 21-0.
• Leonardtown: Great Mills won 26-13, but North Point lost in a close 21-20 game.
• Calvert: Great Mills triumphed 31-15, while North Point lost a heartbreaker, 20-17.
• Chopticon: Both teams secured dominant victories, with Great Mills winning 42-0 and North Point winning 42-0.

While both teams have similar records against common opponents, North Point’s stronger overall performance, particularly in shutting down their opponents, has set them apart this season.

Playoff Implications

As Great Mills heads into their playoff game at North Point, they’ll need to adjust after the tough loss earlier in the season. North Point’s balanced offense and stingy defense will pose a significant challenge for Great Mills, who will need to find ways to exploit any weaknesses and play a clean, efficient game to have a chance.

Despite the earlier shutout, Great Mills’ postseason experience will be crucial. If they can leverage their momentum from late-season victories and improve their consistency, they could pull off an upset against one of the top teams in the region. However, North Point enters as the favorite, with a more complete and potent overall performance through the season.

Both teams are eager to advance, and this game promises to be a thrilling contest.