As the 2024-2025 football playoffs intensify, Sun Valley faces off against Weddington in a highly anticipated matchup. With both teams having excellent seasons, here’s a breakdown of their records, stats, and what fans can expect from this clash.

Season Records

Sun Valley

• Overall Record: 9-2
• Conference Record: 3-1
• Home Record: 4-1
• Away Record: 5-1
• Win Percentage: .818
• Conference Win Percentage: .750
• Points For (PF): 320
• Points Against (PA): 207

Weddington

• Overall Record: 10-0
• Conference Record: 4-0
• Home Record: 5-0
• Away Record: 4-0
• Neutral Record: 1-0
• Win Percentage: 1.000
• Conference Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 388
• Points Against (PA): 80

Weddington has had a perfect season, winning all of their games, including a dominant 49-14 victory over Sun Valley earlier this season. Sun Valley, while strong, has two losses, one of which came in the head-to-head matchup with Weddington.

Scoring Averages

• Sun Valley:
  • Q1: 11.7
  • Q2: 4.7
  • Q3: 4.7
  • Q4: 6.7
  • Final Average: 29.1
• Weddington:
  • Q1: 11.0
  • Q2: 11.0
  • Q3: 6.2
  • Q4: 3.8
  • Final Average: 38.8

Weddington has averaged 38.8 points per game, showcasing a balanced scoring attack, with the ability to score consistently throughout the game. Sun Valley, on the other hand, has averaged 29.1 points per game, with a strong first-quarter performance but more inconsistencies in the second and third quarters.

Team Statistics

Both teams have strong offensive capabilities. Sun Valley has a solid rushing game with 210 rushing yards per game, while Weddington has been more balanced, with 181.7 rushing yards and 206 passing yards per game. Weddington’s total yards per game (387.7) exceeds Sun Valley’s (320), showcasing their dynamic offense.

Individual Leaders

• Sun Valley:
  • Rushing: #22 Jeremiah Smith, 120.3 yards/game
  • Passing: #7 Caleb Williams, 90.4 yards/game
  • Receiving: #15 Jake Miller, 65.7 yards/game
  • Tackles: #32 Blake Turner, 6.5 tackles/game
  • Points: #22 Jeremiah Smith, 10.8 points/game
• Weddington:
  • Rushing: #23 Kyle Anderson, 80.0 yards/game
  • Passing: #12 Ethan Porter, 135.3 yards/game
  • Receiving: #11 Zach Davis, 85.5 yards/game
  • Tackles: #33 Jake Sanders, 7.0 tackles/game
  • Points: #23 Kyle Anderson, 9.5 points/game

Sun Valley’s Jeremiah Smith has been a key player, particularly in the rushing game, while Ethan Porter of Weddington has been effective in the passing game, leading his team’s offensive attack.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced a few common opponents, and their performances have been similar:

• Sun Valley vs. Marvin Ridge (9/30/24): Sun Valley won 21-7
• Weddington vs. Marvin Ridge (11/1/24): Weddington won 45-13
• Sun Valley vs. Cuthbertson (10/4/24): Sun Valley won 14-13
• Weddington vs. Cuthbertson (10/25/24): Weddington won 33-7
• Sun Valley vs. Porter Ridge (11/1/24): Sun Valley won 28-14
• Weddington vs. Porter Ridge (10/10/24): Weddington won 49-0

Both teams have dominated common opponents, with Weddington’s margin of victory often much larger, especially in their win against Porter Ridge.

Record Breakdown

Weddington has had a perfect season, including an undefeated conference record, while Sun Valley has only two losses, one of which was to Weddington.

Conclusion

This upcoming playoff game between Sun Valley and Weddington is poised to be an exciting matchup. Weddington comes into the game undefeated with a high-scoring offense, while Sun Valley, despite their two losses, has been competitive and will look to challenge Weddington’s dominance.

Weddington’s balanced offense and strong defense make them the favorites in this game, but Sun Valley’s ability to control the clock with their rushing game and stay competitive could keep them in the game. With both teams having the capability to score and play strong defense, this matchup will be one to watch as they compete for postseason glory. Will Weddington continue their perfect season, or will Sun Valley pull off the upset? The game is set to be a thrilling contest.