The Calhoun (GA) varsity football team will host Stephenson (Stone Mountain, GA) in a home playoff game today at 7:30 p.m. at Calhoun. This game is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 3A tournament.

Stephenson vs Calhoun High School Football Game Info:

What: Georgia High School Football
Who: Stephenson vs Calhoun
When: Friday, December 6, 2024
Time: 7:30pm.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 3A
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Stephenson vs Calhoun

The Stephenson (Stone Mountain, GA) varsity football team will travel to face Calhoun (GA) in an exciting playoff matchup today at 7:30 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class 3A tournament, and both teams come into the contest with impressive records, setting the stage for a thrilling clash.

Record Overview

• Stephenson (10-3, 5-1 Region) has enjoyed a strong season, finishing with a solid .769 win percentage. The team has dominated at home, going 6-2, and is looking to carry that momentum into the playoffs. With a strong offensive output of 406 points, they have been efficient on both sides of the ball.
• Calhoun (10-3, 6-0 Region) has also been in great form this season, with a .769 win percentage. The team has a perfect record in the region at 6-0, and they will look to leverage their excellent home performance of 5-1 to advance in the tournament. Calhoun has scored 393 points this season, showcasing their ability to put up big numbers.

Team Scoring Averages

• Stephenson: The Jaguars average 31.2 points per game with a balanced attack that scores most of their points in the second and third quarters (10.7 and 10.9 points, respectively).
• Calhoun: The Yellow Jackets have a strong offensive output of 30.2 points per game, with their biggest quarter coming in the final period, where they score 9.5 points on average.

Stat Comparison

• Rushing Yards: Stephenson leads in rushing with 256.2 yards per game, while Calhoun averages 4.7 yards per game.
• Passing Yards: Stephenson also holds the edge in passing with 121.0 yards per game, compared to Calhoun’s 7.3 yards per game.
• Total Yards: The Jaguars average 377.2 total yards per game, while Calhoun puts up 12.0 total yards per game.

Key Players to Watch

• Stephenson:
  • Jayden Johnson leads the rushing attack with 110.3 yards per game.
  • Marte Barton is the quarterback, with 117.8 passing yards per game and 136.2 total yards per game.
  • Anthony Booker is a key contributor on defense with 8.7 points per game.
• Calhoun:
  • Hunter White has been a standout running back, contributing 47.0 rushing yards per game.
  • Trace Hawkins is a dual-threat quarterback with 72.0 total yards per game.
  • Emaree Winston is a key playmaker, with 54.0 receiving yards per game.

Head-to-Head

The teams have already met earlier this season on November 1, 2024, when Stephenson emerged victorious with a 15-9 win against Douglass. On November 22, 2024, Calhoun defeated Douglass at home, 38-14, showcasing their ability to handle tough opponents in high-pressure games.

Game Outlook

Both teams have been dominant throughout the season, with Stephenson boasting a strong offensive and defensive presence and Calhoun entering with a strong home-field advantage and a history of playoff success. This highly anticipated match promises to be an exciting contest as both teams battle for a spot in the next round of the playoffs.

With all to play for, Stephenson and Calhoun are set to deliver an intense, hard-fought playoff game in the 2024 GHSA Class 3A tournament.