The Pleasant Grove (Texarkana, TX) varsity football team will face Farmersville (TX) in a neutral playoff game on Thursday, November 21, at 6:30 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, 4A Division 2 tournament.
Pleasant Grove vs Farmersville Game Info:
What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Pleasant Grove vs Farmersville
When: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 4A D2
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Game preview: Pleasant Grove vs Farmersville
As the 2024-2025 football season progresses, two teams are standing out in Texas, offering a fascinating comparison for football fans: Farmersville and Pleasant Grove. With nearly identical overall records and strong playoff potential, these teams have already begun to build momentum as they head deeper into the season. Let’s break down their performances and what fans can expect from this exciting rivalry.
Farmersville: A Solid Record with Room for Improvement
Farmersville enters this season with an overall record of 8-3. While their league performance has been strong, sitting at 4-2 in district play, their record shows a team that has seen a mix of success at home and challenges on the road. At home, Farmersville has posted a 5-2 record, but they’ve performed even better away with a 3-1 mark. Their offense has been productive, averaging 36.4 points per game, with their scoring spread across the quarters—10.5 in the first, 5.0 in the second, 4.5 in the third, and 6.5 in the fourth. However, their defense has allowed 299 points, a concern that might need attention in the postseason.
Key Stats:
- Overall Record: 8-3
- District Record: 4-2
- Scoring Average: 36.4 PPG
- Points Against: 299
- Home/Away Record: 5-2 (Home), 3-1 (Away)
Pleasant Grove: Dominating with a Near-Perfect Record
Pleasant Grove has been in a league of its own this season with a stellar 9-2 record. More impressively, they’ve dominated in district play, going a perfect 5-0. At home, Pleasant Grove has been nearly unstoppable, with a flawless 5-0 record, and they’ve held their own away from home with a 4-2 mark. Their offense has been slightly more potent than Farmersville, averaging 38.4 points per game, with a balanced attack throughout the quarters: 10.5 points in each of the first two quarters, followed by 5.2 and 5.7 in the third and fourth. Defensively, Pleasant Grove has been much stronger, allowing only 122 points all season—impressive by any standard.
Key Stats:
- Overall Record: 9-2
- District Record: 5-0
- Scoring Average: 38.4 PPG
- Points Against: 122
- Home/Away Record: 5-0 (Home), 4-2 (Away)
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
Both teams have played the same opponent, North Lamar, with similar results. Farmersville faced North Lamar on September 6, 2024, winning a tight contest 48-41. Meanwhile, Pleasant Grove hosted North Lamar on October 11, 2024, and dominated the game with a 56-0 victory. This head-to-head comparison showcases the different styles of play each team brings to the table, with Pleasant Grove’s strong defense standing out as a key difference.
Breakdown of Records
While Farmersville has put up respectable numbers, especially in their district matchups, Pleasant Grove’s near-perfect district record (5-0) and strong overall performance (9-2) places them in a more dominant position this season. Here’s a closer look at their record breakdown:
| Farmersville | Pleasant Grove |
|---|---|
| 8-3 Overall | 9-2 Overall |
| 4-2 League | 5-0 League |
| 5-2 Home | 5-0 Home |
| 3-1 Away | 4-2 Away |
| 0-0 Neutral | 0-0 Neutral |
What’s Ahead for Both Teams?
Both Farmersville and Pleasant Grove have shown they can compete with the best. Farmersville’s 8-3 record and strong play at home suggest they’ll be a tough opponent for anyone. However, Pleasant Grove’s flawless district play and stingy defense make them the favorite heading into the postseason.
As these teams continue their quest for a championship, fans will be watching to see if Farmersville can tighten up its defense and keep pace with the explosive offense of Pleasant Grove. For now, it’s clear that Pleasant Grove has the edge, but Farmersville will be looking to close that gap in the final stretch of the season.
