Tabb vs. Hopewell: A Detailed Comparison of Their 2024-2025 Football Seasons

As the 2024-2025 high school football season winds down, fans and analysts are closely comparing the performances of teams across the state. Among the teams in Virginia’s Division ranks, Tabb and Hopewell stand out with their distinct paths and season performances. Here, we take a closer look at the stats, records, and standout players of each team to understand how they stack up against each other.

Overall Records and Rankings

• Tabb has a 4-6 overall record, including a 3-6 mark in regional play. Their season has seen some struggles, particularly in the region, where they managed only a .333 win percentage. However, their offense has managed to put up an average of 19.5 points per game, although their defense allowed 241 points throughout the season.
• Hopewell, on the other hand, has had a slightly better run with a 5-5 overall record and a 4-3 regional record. With a .500 overall win percentage and a .571 region win percentage, Hopewell has shown more consistency, especially in regional play, where they have a stronger win rate. They have been more effective offensively, averaging 22.5 points per game while allowing only 165 points during the season.

Offensive and Defensive Breakdown

When comparing the team’s offensive and defensive stats, we see notable differences:

• Tabb’s offense has managed an average of 254.7 total yards per game, with 155.3 rushing yards, 99.4 passing yards, and 99.6 receiving yards per game. Their scoring tends to vary across quarters, with the team averaging 4.8 points in the first quarter, a strong 7.8 in the second, but tapering off in the second half. This trend, with a drop to 5.3 in the third and 3.3 in the fourth, indicates a potential issue with maintaining momentum in close games.
• Hopewell, while similar in total yards per game (254.7), has been more efficient in the passing game. They average 99.4 passing yards and 155.3 rushing yards, showing a more balanced offensive attack. Hopewell’s strongest quarter is the second, with 15 points, a significant improvement over Tabb’s second-quarter performance. However, like Tabb, Hopewell’s offense struggles somewhat late in the game, with only 2.3 points in the fourth quarter.

Key Players to Watch

Both teams have key players who have been instrumental in their season:

• Tabb’s key player is #7 Cam Hunt, who has been a standout in rushing yards (104 yards per game) and tackles (6.3 tackles per game). His all-around contributions have been a bright spot for Tabb. Additionally, Mic’kahari Tatum (#2) has been impressive with 100 passing yards per game and 147 total yards per game.
• Hopewell’s top performers include #11 Shaheed Whitfield, who leads the team in receiving yards (53 yards per game) and points (9 points per game). Whitfield’s ability to contribute on offense is critical to Hopewell’s success. On defense, Darnell Crockett (#85) leads in sacks, averaging 1.0 sack per game, making a significant impact on Hopewell’s pass rush.

Special Teams and Defensive Play

• Tabb averages 52.3 tackles per game, a solid defensive mark, but they have struggled with consistency in stopping opponents. They have managed just 1.1 sacks per game, which indicates a possible gap in pressuring the quarterback and forcing turnovers.
• Hopewell has been slightly more aggressive, with 1.0 sacks per game and 2.7 tackles per game from their defensive leaders. Their ability to create pressure and defensive stops has helped keep games closer.

Head-to-Head Performance and Playoff Potential

As of now, the teams have not faced each other head-to-head, making their paths somewhat parallel but not directly competitive. The season breakdown indicates that both teams have struggled on the road, with Tabb at 2-4 at home and Hopewell at 3-2 away, but neither has had much of a neutral-ground or playoff experience yet. Both teams will need to focus on enhancing their late-game performances and boosting their defense if they hope to make an impact in the postseason.

Conclusion

While Tabb has shown flashes of potential, their struggles with maintaining offensive rhythm and defensive consistency have hurt their season. In contrast, Hopewell has been more balanced, particularly in regional play, and their ability to execute late in the game has provided them with more stability. As both teams look ahead to the conclusion of the 2024-2025 season, the key to their success will lie in consistency on both sides of the ball, with Hopewell likely having a slight edge based on their stronger regional play and efficient scoring.