The Williamson County HomeSchool varsity football team (Austin, TX) will host NYOS Charter (Austin, TX) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 PM. This game is part of the “TAIAO 2024 Football Championships – Division II” tournament.

NYOS Charter vs Williamson County HomeSchool Football Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: NYOS Charter vs Williamson County HomeSchool
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m.
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Game preview: NYOS Charter vs Williamson County HomeSchool

As the high school football season heads into the playoffs, one matchup stands out: NYOS Charter vs. Williamson County HomeSchool. Both teams hail from Austin, TX, and are set to face off in a highly anticipated playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m.

Team Overview

NYOS Charter has had a mixed season, finishing with a 6-5 overall record, including a 0-2 district record. Despite their struggles within district play, the team has shown resilience with a strong home record of 5-2. The team’s offense has been notable, with an average of 37.7 points per game. However, NYOS has struggled defensively, allowing 369 points throughout the season.

Williamson County HomeSchool (WCHS), on the other hand, has been dominant. With an 8-2 record overall and a perfect 2-0 district record, WCHS has been nearly unbeatable, particularly at home where they are 5-0. Their offense has been explosive, averaging 51.2 points per game, while their defense has held opponents to just 369 points on the season.

Previous Matchup

These two teams faced off earlier in the season on September 7, 2024, when Williamson County HomeSchool came out on top with a commanding 60-34 victory. This win highlighted WCHS’s offensive strength, outpacing NYOS with a high-scoring performance. Now, as the stakes get higher in the playoffs, NYOS will be looking to avenge that loss and prove they can rise to the challenge.

Key Players

For NYOS Charter, Enoc Box has been the standout player, averaging 99.2 rushing yards per game, while Adan Martinez leads the receiving corps with 19.8 yards per game. Defensively, Martinez also leads the team in tackles with 0.7 tackles per game.

Williamson County HomeSchool has had stellar performances from Ethan Slusher, who leads the team in rushing with 177.9 yards per game, passing with 132.3 yards per game, and receiving with 74.0 yards per game. On defense, Gaven Whittaker has been a force, averaging 5.3 tackles per game, and Josiah Adams has been contributing with a solid 5.2 points per game.

Stat Comparison

• Rushing Yards per Game: NYOS Charter (168.4) vs. WCHS (190.4)
• Passing Yards per Game: NYOS Charter (13.4) vs. WCHS (156.2)
• Receiving Yards per Game: NYOS Charter (20.0) vs. WCHS (159.7)
• Total Yards per Game: NYOS Charter (181.8) vs. WCHS (346.6)
• Points per Game: NYOS Charter (23.3) vs. WCHS (51.2)

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced common opponents this season, with NYOS Charter going 1-1 against those teams and WCHS maintaining a perfect 2-0 record. Notably, both teams defeated Valor South Austin, but WCHS also managed to defeat Grace Academy, a team that handed NYOS a tough loss.

The Path to the Playoffs

Both teams have navigated different routes to reach this stage of the season. While NYOS Charter has had a more difficult time in district play, their 5-3 record in non-league games shows that they are capable of competing at a high level. Williamson County HomeSchool’s perfect district record and strong non-league performances indicate that they are a force to be reckoned with.

The Playoff Picture

This playoff game promises to be a thrilling contest. NYOS Charter will need to put together a more balanced performance, improving both their offensive consistency and defensive capabilities, to upset the higher-ranked WCHS team. Meanwhile, Williamson County HomeSchool will look to continue their dominant season and secure a spot in the next round of the playoffs.

Key Game Details:

• Date: Friday, November 15, 2024
• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Location: Williamson County HomeSchool (Home Game for WCHS)

As these two Austin-based teams prepare to square off once again, fans can expect an exciting and hard-fought game, with the winner advancing to the next stage of the playoffs. Will NYOS Charter turn the tide, or will Williamson County HomeSchool continue its dominant run? Only time will tell.