The Savannah Christian (Savannah, GA) varsity football team will host Savannah Country Day (Savannah, GA) in a home playoff game today at 7:30 p.m. at Savannah Christian. This matchup is part of the “2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class Private” tournament.
Savannah Country Day vs Savannah Christian High School Football Game Info:
What: Georgia High School Football
Who: SCDHS vs SCHS
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:30pm.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class Private
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Savannah Country Day vs Savannah Christian
The Savannah Country Day (SCD) varsity football team will face an uphill battle as they travel to Savannah Christian (SCHS) for a home playoff game tonight at 7:30 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class Private tournament.
Team Records and Rankings:
Savannah Country Day (SCD) enters the game with a 5-6 overall record and a 1-3 region record. Despite their struggles in the region, they have shown flashes of potential. On the other hand, Savannah Christian remains undefeated this season, boasting a perfect 9-0 record and dominating their region with a 4-0 record. SCHS is ranked 22nd in Georgia and continues to be a powerhouse in the region.
Recent Head-to-Head:
The two teams previously met on October 4, 2024, when Savannah Christian cruised to a 38-7 victory over Savannah Country Day. The game featured strong performances from SCHS, with the team dominating the first three quarters, building a commanding lead by the end of the third. Savannah Country Day managed only a touchdown in the final quarter. The two teams will look to build on their previous meeting in this high-stakes playoff rematch.
Team Statistics:
Savannah Country Day has averaged 21.4 points per game this season, scoring 235 points in total while allowing 245. The team averages 87.5 rushing yards per game and 130.6 passing yards per game. However, their defense has allowed more than 200 yards of total offense per game.
In comparison, Savannah Christian has been an offensive juggernaut, averaging 37.2 points per game. With an explosive offense that averages 254.6 rushing yards per game and 84.0 passing yards per game, SCHS has been able to control the game on both sides of the ball. Their defense has been stout, allowing only 73 points over the entire season.
Key Players to Watch:
For Savannah Country Day, running back Hyers Holland leads the charge with 46.9 rushing yards per game. Quarterback Isaiah Batten is also a critical factor in their passing game, averaging 128.6 passing yards per game and 125.3 total yards per game.
Savannah Christian will look to their standout player, Zo Smalls, who leads the team with 139.4 rushing yards per game. Blaise Thomas, a versatile player, is also a key contributor, both in the running and passing game. On the defensive side, Jaden Miles will be a player to watch, as his leadership has helped anchor a defense that has given up an average of only 8.1 points per game this season.
Record Breakdown and Common Opponents:
Both teams have faced common opponents this season, with Savannah Christian having a perfect 3-0 record in those games, including wins over Swainsboro, Toombs County, and Vidalia. Savannah Country Day, by contrast, went 1-2 in their common matchups, including a tough loss to Swainsboro and Toombs County, while they managed a solid victory over Vidalia.
Conclusion:
As Savannah Country Day enters the playoff game as the underdog, they will need to play at their absolute best to challenge the powerful Savannah Christian squad. The game kicks off at 7:30 p.m. at Savannah Christian, and with the stakes higher than ever, both teams will be looking to advance in the “2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class Private” tournament.
