The Reed City (MI) varsity football team will play a neutral-site playoff game against Boyne City (MI) on Friday, November 15, at 7 p.m.

What: Michigan High School Football
Who: Reed City (MI) vs Boyne City (MI)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Boyne City vs. Reed City: A Football Showdown in Review

As the 2024-25 high school football season continues to unfold, two Michigan teams—Boyne City and Reed City—have captured attention for their impressive records and competitive spirit. Let’s take a closer look at how both teams have fared so far and how they stack up against each other heading into the final stretch.

Season Overview: Boyne City (10-2) vs. Reed City (9-2)

Boyne City has had a remarkable season, finishing with a 10-2 overall record, including a strong 3-1 league performance. Their home record is perfect at 5-0, showing their dominance on their home turf, while they have a solid 4-2 record on the road and 1-0 in neutral-site games. Their offensive attack has been potent, racking up 360 points, while their defense has been stout, allowing just 177 points.

Reed City, not far behind with a 9-2 overall record, has shown resilience, particularly in their league play, where they posted a 4-1 record. Reed City is 4-2 at home, a strong showing, and has been even more formidable on the road with a perfect 4-0 record. On the offensive side, Reed City has scored 412 points, but their defense has allowed more than Boyne City, with 271 points against.

Both teams have put together strong campaigns and are looking forward to the postseason, but their paths to this point have been marked by key matchups and results.

Scoring Averages: Analyzing the Numbers

Looking at the scoring averages for both teams, Boyne City has had a well-balanced offensive performance. With a 6.0-point average in the second quarter and 15.0 points in the fourth, they clearly have the ability to close games out strong, averaging 30 points per game overall.

Reed City, on the other hand, has been a more consistent offensive force throughout the game, averaging 11.8 points in both the first and second quarters, with a dip to 3.3 in the third quarter, but a steady 8.3 points in the fourth. This gives them a solid 37.5 points per game, indicating their ability to put up points at a high rate.

Common Opponents

Both teams faced several common opponents this season, with each team having a mixed record in these games:

• Boyne City: 2-2 against common opponents.
• Reed City: 2-0 against common opponents.

Key matchups include games against Kingsley and Standish-Sterling, where Reed City emerged victorious in both contests, while Boyne City lost to Kingsley but triumphed in a rematch against Standish-Sterling.

Head-to-Head: A Tightly Matched Pair

Interestingly, neither team has faced each other yet this season, leaving the head-to-head matchup a mystery. With similar records, their upcoming clash promises to be a thrilling contest, with each team bringing unique strengths to the field. Boyne City has been dominant at home, while Reed City’s road record (4-0) speaks to their ability to perform under pressure.

Playoff Picture

Both teams have already shown their playoff pedigree. Boyne City boasts a 3-0 record in playoff games, while Reed City is slightly behind with a 2-0 postseason record. As both teams push toward their respective playoff aspirations, their postseason experience could play a pivotal role in determining the outcome of their matches.

Conclusion

The 2024-25 football season has showcased two strong teams in Boyne City and Reed City, each with their own distinctive style and strengths. Boyne City has been efficient both offensively and defensively, especially at home, while Reed City has impressed with its explosive scoring ability and perfect road record. While they have both taken different paths to reach this point, one thing is certain: the upcoming matchup between these two teams will be one for the books.