The Lovett (Atlanta, GA) varsity football team will host Trinity Christian (Sharpsburg, GA) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7:30 p.m. at Lovett. This matchup is part of the 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class Private tournament.

Trinity Christian vs Lovett High School Football Game Info:

What: Georgia High School Football
Who: Trinity Christian vs Lovett
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:30p p.m.
Bracket: 2024 Georgia High School Football Playoff Brackets: GHSA – Class Private
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Trinity Christian vs Lovett

The 2024-2025 football season saw both Trinity Christian and Lovett navigate their respective campaigns, with contrasting results on the field. Here’s a closer look at both teams’ performances, including their overall records, key statistics, and head-to-head comparison.

Trinity Christian (24-25 Season)

Trinity Christian struggled throughout the season, finishing with an overall record of 2-8. The team had a tough time in region play, posting a 1-7 record. Their performance at home and away was also lackluster, with a 2-4 record at home and a dismal 0-4 mark on the road. Despite these challenges, the team did manage to put up 163 points over the course of the season, though they allowed 288 points to their opponents.

Team Scoring Averages:

• The Lions had difficulty generating offense, averaging just 16.3 points per game. Their scoring breakdown saw minimal production in the first and fourth quarters, with an average of 2.4 and 1.8 points respectively. The middle quarters (Q2 and Q3) were their most productive, averaging 6.6 and 5.5 points, respectively.

Key Players:

• Bakari Hamilton was the team’s top rusher with 71 yards per game.
• Ashton Clare led in passing yards, averaging 162 yards per game.
• Peyton Echols was their primary receiver, with 42 yards per game and also contributed with 3.0 points per game.

Despite these individual efforts, the team’s performance was hindered by a lack of consistent offensive production and defensive struggles.

Lovett (24-25 Season)

In stark contrast, Lovett enjoyed a successful season with an 8-2 overall record. They excelled in both region and non-region play, finishing 4-2 in the region and 4-0 in non-league games. The team’s offense was potent, putting up 273 points while allowing just 176, leading to a strong win percentage of .800.

Team Scoring Averages:

• Lovett’s offense was a standout, averaging a formidable 27.3 points per game. They were particularly effective in the second quarter, where they averaged 12.5 points. The fourth quarter was another strong point, with 8.5 points per game. The team’s scoring was more balanced compared to Trinity Christian, with solid contributions across all quarters.

Key Players:

• Lovett’s offense was led by Rushing, Passing, and Receiving leaders. Though specific yardage stats weren’t available for some categories, the team’s overall offensive production was powered by talented players, including their star quarterback and receivers.
• On defense, David Comte contributed with 0.5 sacks per game, a notable individual performance.

With a high-powered offense and solid defense, Lovett was able to dominate both home and away games, with a 4-1 record in both categories. Their well-rounded performance made them a formidable opponent throughout the season.

Head-to-Head Comparison

Looking at the overall team comparison, Lovett’s superior stats across the board were clear. They averaged significantly more points per game (27.3) compared to Trinity Christian’s 16.3, while also boasting better passing, rushing, and receiving stats. Lovett’s defense was also much stronger, as they allowed far fewer points (176) compared to Trinity Christian’s 288.

While Trinity Christian showed flashes of individual talent, the team was unable to put together consistent performances, especially in the crucial away games where they failed to win any of their four matchups. In contrast, Lovett demonstrated resilience, both at home and on the road, finishing with an 8-2 record and securing a place as one of the top teams in their region.

Looking Ahead

For Trinity Christian, the offseason will be crucial as they look to rebuild and develop more consistency across all phases of the game. Their strong individual players like Ashton Clare and Peyton Echols will be key to their potential resurgence in the coming seasons.

Meanwhile, Lovett’s solid performance will likely set high expectations for the next year. With a balanced team that excels in both offense and defense, they could be poised to make a deep playoff run in the future, maintaining their status as one of the region’s top contenders.

As the 2024-2025 season wraps up, Lovett’s dominance is clear, but Trinity Christian will look for redemption and improvement in the seasons to come.