The Rivercrest (Bogata, TX) varsity football team will host a home playoff game against Beckville (TX) on Friday, November 15, at 7:00 PM at Gladewater’s Jack V. Murphy Stadium. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships for the 2A Division 1 tournament.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Rivercrest vs Beckville
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 2A D1
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Game preview: Rivercrest vs Beckville

As the high school football season intensifies, two Texas teams, Beckville and Rivercrest, are proving themselves as dominant forces in their respective divisions. Both teams boast impressive records, solid strategies, and key players who have helped propel them to the top of their districts.

Team Records and Performance

Beckville has had a stellar season with a 9-1 overall record, including a strong 6-1 performance in district play. The team’s impressive win percentage of .900 underscores their dominance, as they’ve triumphed both at home (5-0) and away (4-1). In total, they have scored 472 points while allowing 237, reflecting their ability to both produce and limit offensive success.

Meanwhile, Rivercrest holds an 8-2 overall record, with a district record of 4-2. Though slightly behind Beckville in terms of overall wins, Rivercrest has excelled in their home games (5-1) and has a solid away performance (2-1). The team has scored 372 points and allowed 209, showcasing a balanced approach to both offense and defense.

Team Scoring Averages

Looking at the scoring averages, Beckville has shown consistency across all four quarters. On average, they score 19.3 points in the first quarter, 11.0 points in the second, and 7.0 points in the third, with a surge of 13.3 points in the fourth quarter, bringing their total to 47.2 points per game.

Rivercrest, on the other hand, displays a strong second quarter with 18.0 points, followed by a solid 14.0 points in the third. However, they tend to taper off in the fourth, scoring 0 points. Despite this, Rivercrest averages 37.2 points per game, a commendable effort fueled by their strong first-half performances.

Statistical Breakdown

Beckville leads in several key categories, particularly in rushing yards, with 265.4 yards per game, thanks to standout players like Jorden Prince who averages 173.8 rushing yards per game. In addition, Beckville is highly productive in total yards, averaging 448.8 yards per game.

In contrast, Rivercrest lacks detailed stats for rushing and passing yards, but their total yards per game is 372, indicating a balanced offensive attack. Rivercrest also stands out in their tackling, with 72.6 tackles per game, an impressive feat that helps limit opponents’ offensive gains.

Key Players to Watch

• Beckville:
  • Jorden Prince: The team’s standout rusher, with 173.8 yards per game and 19.8 points per game.
  • Braxton Bullock: The primary passer, racking up 141.3 passing yards per game.
  • Dillan Koger: A force on defense, with 9.2 tackles per game.
• Rivercrest:
  • Jt Smith: The top receiver, contributing 54.6 yards per game.
  • Brantley Grandgeorge: The team’s primary sack leader with 0.4 sacks per game.
  • Devan Koger: A standout offensive lineman with 25 pancake blocks.

Common Opponents

Both Beckville and Rivercrest faced the same opponent, Ore City, with each securing dominant wins. Beckville triumphed 60-0 in their home game on November 8, 2024, while Rivercrest defeated Ore City 36-13 at home on August 30, 2024.

Record Breakdown and Head-to-Head

When it comes to overall performance, Beckville holds the edge with a 9-1 record compared to Rivercrest’s 8-2. The teams also performed well in their respective districts, with Beckville finishing 6-1 in league play and Rivercrest at 4-2. Head-to-head, both teams boast perfect records against common opponents, making this matchup all the more intriguing if they were to face each other in the postseason.

Looking Ahead

Both teams are on track for a successful postseason run. Beckville’s balanced offensive and defensive units, along with standout individual performances, make them a formidable team in the state playoffs. Rivercrest’s strong defense and second-quarter offensive surge ensure they remain a serious contender. As the season progresses, the matchup between these two powerhouses could become a defining moment for either team, with the potential for a thrilling playoff showdown.

As fans continue to rally behind their teams, Beckville and Rivercrest will look to capitalize on their successes and prepare for what is sure to be an exciting end to the season.