The St. Albans varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against Maret on Saturday, November 23, in Washington, DC. This game is part of the 2024 DCSAA Football State Tournament – Class A.

What: Maryland High School Football
Who: St. Albans (MD) vs Maret (MD)
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: Today
Bracket: 2024 DCSAA Football State Tournament – Class A
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Maret vs. St. Albans: A 2024-2025 Football Showdown

As the 2024-2025 high school football season unfolds, the rivalry between Maret and St. Albans continues to capture attention. Both teams are formidable, with Maret boasting a 9-1 overall record and St. Albans holding a 7-4 mark. Let’s take a closer look at how these two teams compare in various aspects of the game.

Team Records and Rankings

• Maret (24-25): With a remarkable 9-1 record, Maret has dominated the season, especially in league play where they remain undefeated at 2-0. The team’s strong performance is evident in their overall win percentage of .900 and a perfect 1.000 in league games. Maret also has an impressive 294 points scored and only 139 points allowed, reflecting their offensive firepower and solid defense.
• St. Albans (24-25): On the other hand, St. Albans has a solid 7-4 record. They hold a .636 win percentage overall, but their league performance has been mixed, finishing with a .400 league win percentage. The team has scored 312 points, but their defense has allowed 225 points, indicating a more volatile performance on both sides of the ball.

Offensive Firepower

One of the key areas where Maret shines is their offensive production. They score an average of 28.2 points per game, led by dynamic athletes in multiple positions:

• Passing Game: Quarterback Brett Paukstis is a standout, leading the team with 244.8 passing yards per game, ranking as one of the top passers in the league.
• Receiving Game: Wide receiver Zahir Cobb is a key target, averaging 98.7 receiving yards per game and ranking second in total receiving yards. Cobb also leads the team in scoring, with 7.8 points per game.

Maret also features a balanced offensive attack, with 103.6 rushing yards per game, led by running back Will Martin, who averages 94.0 rushing yards per game. This balance makes Maret difficult to defend, as they can attack both through the air and on the ground.

St. Albans, by comparison, averages 28.4 points per game. Their offensive leader is quarterback Max Arnold, who has thrown for 244.8 passing yards per game, matching Maret’s star QB. Their receiving corps, led by Elijah Williams, averages 242.6 yards per game, which is on par with Maret’s production. However, St. Albans struggles more in the rushing game, averaging just 103.6 yards per game, a lower number than Maret’s.

Defensive Performances

On defense, Maret has posted solid numbers with an average of 52.1 tackles per game and 1.5 sacks per game, demonstrating a steady defensive presence. Their defensive leader, Kenny Dilanian, averages 11.0 tackles per game, a critical component of their defensive strategy.

St. Albans also has a solid defensive line, with an average of 52.4 tackles per game, though their sack production is a bit lower at 0.7 sacks per game. While their defense is less effective than Maret’s, they have a number of standout players like linebacker Sam Harris, who leads the team in tackles.

Head-to-Head: Maret vs. St. Albans

The two teams have met a number of times over the years, and their records against common opponents this season reveal an interesting comparison:

• Both teams faced Landon earlier in the season, with Maret suffering a 31-21 loss on September 20, while St. Albans fell 36-29 to Landon on November 9. These losses to a common opponent reflect similar challenges for both teams in facing strong opposition.

In terms of playoff success, Maret holds the edge with a 1-0 record in neutral-site postseason games, while St. Albans is 0-1 in such contests. Both teams are successful in-state, with Maret holding a 3-0 in-state playoff record, while St. Albans is 1-0.

Summary

The upcoming matchup between Maret and St. Albans is poised to be a thrilling contest. Maret has shown dominance this season with its balanced offense and strong defensive play, while St. Albans, though more inconsistent, still poses a significant threat with its own offensive playmakers. The game will likely come down to which team can execute their game plan and control the tempo.

For both teams, this game is crucial in their respective journeys towards league and playoff success. Fans and players alike can expect a high-intensity battle as Maret and St. Albans fight for supremacy in this rivalry.