The Sands (Ackerly, TX) varsity football team will host a home playoff game against Follett (TX) on Thursday, November 21, at 7:30 PM at Benjamin High School. This game is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, in the 6-Man 1A Division 2 tournament.

Sands vs Follett Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Sands vs Follett
When: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football 6-Man 1A D2
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Game preview: Sands vs Follett

As the 2024-2025 football season unfolds, two standout teams—Follett and Sands—have emerged as serious contenders in their respective divisions. Both teams have put together strong records, but their playing styles and statistical performances reveal distinct differences. Let’s take a closer look at their overall records, team comparisons, and key players.

Follett’s 2024-2025 Performance

Follett has posted a solid 7-3 record overall this season, boasting a perfect 3-0 mark in district play. This impressive district performance highlights the team’s dominance within its local competition. They’ve played well both at home and on the road, finishing with a 3-2 record at home and 4-1 on the road. Their 51.0-point average per game is a testament to their potent offensive attack.

Key Stats for Follett

• Rushing Yards Per Game: 135.1
• Passing Yards Per Game: 53.3
• Total Yards Per Game: 188.4
• Tackles Per Game: 20.4
• Sacks Per Game: 0.9
• Points Per Game: 24.9

The team’s offense is led by David Meeks, who has been a standout performer with 134.3 rushing yards per game and 159.5 total yards per game. His contributions on the field have made a significant impact, especially with an average of 13.5 points per game. On defense, Hayden Howard is a key figure, averaging 6.3 tackles per game and 1.5 sacks.

Sands’ 2024-2025 Performance

Sands, with an 8-3 overall record, has proven to be a tough competitor this season. The team has shown its dominance, particularly in district play, where they are 4-1. Sands has an impressive road record, going 6-0, which makes them an especially dangerous opponent away from home. The team averages 48.7 points per game, with a balanced offensive attack across all quarters.

Key Stats for Sands

• Rushing Yards Per Game: 135.1
• Passing Yards Per Game: 53.3
• Total Yards Per Game: 188.4
• Tackles Per Game: 20.4
• Sacks Per Game: 0.9
• Points Per Game: 24.9

Like Follett, Sands relies on a well-rounded offensive attack, averaging significant rushing yards per game. Sands is led by a number of key players, including their top rusher, passing yards leader, and receiver, each making critical contributions in the team’s success.

Team Comparison

While both teams share similar overall statistics, such as rushing yards per game and total yards per game, their point-scoring patterns reveal some interesting contrasts. Follett scores an average of 51.0 points per game, demonstrating a high-scoring offense. In comparison, Sands averages 48.7 points per game, showing strong offensive output, particularly in the first half of games, with an average of 20.0 points in the first quarter alone.

Both teams’ defenses are relatively comparable, with each averaging around 20 tackles per game and a modest number of sacks.

Record Breakdown

Looking at their record breakdown, Follett and Sands have both performed exceptionally well within their districts. Follett is perfect in district play at 3-0, while Sands holds a 4-1 record. Both teams have similar performances at home and away, but Sands shines on the road with a flawless 6-0 away record, while Follett has lost a few more games at home (3-2).

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

Neither team has yet faced off against each other, and they don’t share any common opponents at this stage. However, both teams are poised to perform well in the playoffs, with Follett holding a 1-0 record in postseason play and Sands also standing strong at 1-0 in the playoffs.

Conclusion

Follett and Sands have both demonstrated remarkable skill and resilience this season. While their statistics are similar in many areas, the differences in their point-scoring and the way they handle home versus away games could play a significant role in their future performances. As the season progresses, these two teams will continue to battle for supremacy, and their upcoming games—especially if they meet in the playoffs—could be thrilling showdowns between two of Texas’ top teams.