The Dixie County (Cross City, FL) varsity football team will host Trenton (FL) in a home playoff game today at 7:30 p.m. at Dixie County. This matchup is part of the 2024 FHSAA Football State Championships in the FHSAA Rural Football Division B tournament.

Trenton vs Dixie County High School Football Game Info:

What: Florida High School Football
Who: Trenton vs Dixie County
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 7:30pm.
Bracket: 2024 FHSAA Football State Championships – FHSAA Rural Football Division B
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Trenton vs Dixie County

The Dixie County (Cross City, FL) varsity football team is set to take on Trenton (FL) in a thrilling playoff matchup today at 7:30 p.m. The game will take place at Dixie County as part of the 2024 FHSAA Football State Championships in the FHSAA Rural Football Division B tournament.

Team Records and Rankings:

• Trenton: With a 5-7 overall record, Trenton enters the game as the underdog. Despite their record, the team has shown resilience with a 2-0 mark in district play. They’ve accumulated 288 points this season while allowing 394. Their offense averages 24 points per game, and the team has been particularly strong in the run game, averaging 176.9 rushing yards per game.
• Dixie County: The 6-6 Dixie County team comes into the game with a slightly better record and is looking to improve after a .500 season. The team has been efficient in several areas, with standout performances from their defense, which allows an average of 17.8 points per game. Their rushing attack, led by Mister Williams, averages 166.6 yards per game.

Head-to-Head: Dixie County secured a dominant 40-16 victory in the teams’ first meeting earlier this season, with standout performances across the board. Trenton will be looking to avenge that loss as they take on Dixie County in their home stadium today.

Team Scoring and Statistics:

• Trenton has been consistent in their offensive scoring, averaging 24 points per game, with a balanced rushing (176.9 yards per game) and passing (58.8 yards per game) attack. However, they’ve struggled defensively, giving up 394 points this season.
• Dixie County, on the other hand, scores 17.8 points per game on average, but their defense has allowed only 309 points. Their rushing game has been their strength, with Mister Williams leading the charge.

Key Players to Watch:

• Trenton: Alexzander Henry leads the rushing attack with 74.5 yards per game and has a total of 76.9 yards per game. Quarterback Jackson Gentry is responsible for 40.7 passing yards per game, while Trent Patterson has been the standout defender, averaging 16 tackles per game.
• Dixie County: Mister Williams has been a key player for Dixie County, rushing for an average of 76.7 yards per game. Quarterback Drew Pleasant has contributed 47.6 passing yards per game, and Stewart Bray has led the defense with 6.7 tackles per game.

Team Comparisons:

• Rushing: Trenton has the edge in rushing yards with 176.9 yards per game compared to Dixie County’s 166.6.
• Passing: Dixie County has a slight advantage in the passing game, with 47.6 yards per game compared to Trenton’s 40.7.
• Defense: Dixie County has been better defensively, allowing just 309 points for the season compared to Trenton’s 394.

Record Breakdown:

• Trenton: The team has struggled with a 5-7 overall record, including a 3-3 mark at home and 0-4 on the road.
• Dixie County: While Dixie County holds a better overall record at 6-6, their home record stands at 3-3, with a strong 2-0 playoff record.

Looking Ahead: This matchup promises to be an exciting one, as both teams are coming off a series of challenges this season. With Dixie County having already won the season opener against Trenton, they will look to carry that momentum into today’s playoff game. Trenton, however, will be aiming to turn the tables and pull off an upset in this crucial matchup.

Both teams are hungry for victory, and it will come down to which squad can execute better on both sides of the ball and make the most of their opportunities. The game kicks off at 7:30 p.m. at Dixie County High School, with both teams ready to leave it all on the field in their quest for a state championship title.