The Sotomayor (San Antonio, TX) varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against Vandegrift (Austin, TX) on Thursday, November 21, at 7:00 PM at the San Antonio Alamodome. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, 6A Division 2 tournament.

Sotomayor vs Vandegrift Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Sotomayor vs Vandegrift
When: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 6A D2
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Game preview: Sotomayor vs Vandegrift

As the football season progresses, two teams have stood out in their respective regions: Vandegrift and Sotomayor. With strong records and impressive performances, both teams are in the spotlight for their upcoming matchups. Let’s take a deeper look at these two teams’ rankings, records, and key statistics to analyze what makes them such formidable opponents.

Team Overview

Vandegrift (24-25)

• Record: 10-1 overall, 8-0 in district play
• Rankings: 34th in the state and 13th in their section
• Scoring: Averaging 41.7 points per game, Vandegrift has been dominant offensively. Their defense has been equally impressive, allowing only 137 points on the season.
• Key Players:
  • Griffin Gorrebeeck: 123 rushing yards per game
  • Miles Teodecki: 197.8 passing yards per game, 202.1 total yards per game
  • Brock Chilton: 67.7 receiving yards per game
  • Brendan Fournier: 8.7 points per game

Sotomayor (24-25)

• Record: 8-3 overall, 6-2 in district play
• Rankings: 276th in the state and 123rd in their section
• Scoring: Sotomayor scores an average of 30.1 points per game, with 207 points allowed on the season.
• Key Players:
  • Cameron Grady: 130.4 rushing yards per game, 135.4 total yards per game
  • Chauncey Moon: 52.0 passing yards per game
  • Mckell Johnekins: 24.4 receiving yards per game
  • Shawn Wasley: 12.5 tackles per game

Offensive and Defensive Breakdown

• Rushing: Vandegrift averages 155.9 rushing yards per game, while Sotomayor leads with 264.0 yards per game, making them a strong contender on the ground.
• Passing: Vandegrift dominates in the air, averaging 202.2 passing yards per game compared to Sotomayor’s 63.5.
• Total Yards: Vandegrift also leads in total yards with 358.1 per game, surpassing Sotomayor’s 327.5.
• Defense: When it comes to tackles, Sotomayor averages 75.9 tackles per game, edging out Vandegrift’s 61.4. However, Vandegrift has slightly better sack numbers, averaging 2.3 sacks per game to Sotomayor’s 2.5.

Scoring Comparison

• First Quarter: Vandegrift’s offensive explosiveness is evident early in games, averaging 13.8 points in the first quarter compared to Sotomayor’s 7.2.
• Overall Performance: Vandegrift consistently outpaces Sotomayor in the scoring department across all four quarters, ending with an average of 41.7 points per game, while Sotomayor scores 30.1.

Home vs. Away Performance

• Vandegrift has been unbeatable at home, with a perfect 5-0 record. They also show strong performances on the road with a 4-1 record.
• Sotomayor, on the other hand, has a solid 4-1 away record, but they’ve been less consistent at home, with a 4-2 record.

Key Matchups

• Offensive Showdown: Vandegrift’s passing game, led by Miles Teodecki, will likely be a major factor in their offensive success, especially with their superior passing yardage. Sotomayor’s defense will need to step up to contain Vandegrift’s dynamic attack.
• Rushing Battle: While Vandegrift has a strong ground game, Sotomayor’s rushing offense is one of their strongest points, with Cameron Grady leading the charge. Vandegrift will need to improve their run defense to stop this powerful force.

Record Breakdown

• Vandegrift’s Record: With an overall 10-1 record and an undefeated district performance (8-0), Vandegrift has proven to be a dominant force in their league. They’ve also been strong at home, with a 5-0 record in front of their fans.
• Sotomayor’s Record: Sotomayor has an 8-3 overall record and 6-2 in district play, showing resilience in a competitive environment. Their performance on the road has been impressive, with a 4-1 record.

Conclusion

Both Vandegrift and Sotomayor have proven to be strong teams in their respective divisions, with Vandegrift boasting a more dominant record and higher rankings. Vandegrift’s high-powered offense and solid defense make them a tough opponent, while Sotomayor’s rushing game and solid defensive play are assets they’ll rely on. This upcoming matchup will be a test of Vandegrift’s passing game versus Sotomayor’s ground attack, promising an exciting contest for fans.