The Tuloso-Midway (Corpus Christi, TX) varsity football team will host a home playoff game against La Vernia (TX) on Friday, November 15, at 7:00 PM at Tuloso-Midway High School. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 4A Division 1 tournament.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Tuloso-Midway vs La Vernia
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 4A D1
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Game preview: Tuloso-Midway vs La Vernia

As the high school football season progresses, two teams from Texas, La Vernia and Tuloso-Midway, stand out with impressive 7-3 overall records. Both teams have demonstrated strong performances across their respective districts, but how do they compare on the field in terms of stats and achievements? Let’s break down the numbers to get a clearer picture.

Team Performance Overview

La Vernia (7-3 overall; 3-2 district record)

• Total Yards Per Game: 379.7
• Rushing Yards Per Game: 284.3
• Passing Yards Per Game: 95.4
• Receiving Yards Per Game: 92.0
• Points Per Game: 36.4
• Tackles Per Game: 37.4
• Sacks Per Game: 0.3

Tuloso-Midway (7-3 overall; 3-1 district record)

• Total Yards Per Game: 396.6
• Rushing Yards Per Game: 280.0
• Passing Yards Per Game: 116.6
• Receiving Yards Per Game: 108.9
• Points Per Game: 35.2
• Tackles Per Game: 47.8
• Sacks Per Game: 1.1

Both teams are well-matched with just a slight edge to Tuloso-Midway in total yardage and passing performance. However, La Vernia’s powerful rushing attack, which averages over 280 yards per game, gives them a notable advantage on the ground.

Scoring Breakdown

When it comes to scoring, both teams exhibit strong offensive capabilities, with La Vernia averaging 36.4 points per game and Tuloso-Midway just slightly behind at 35.2. The breakdown of scoring by quarter shows La Vernia’s consistent offense, particularly in the second quarter, where they put up an impressive 15.0 points on average. Meanwhile, Tuloso-Midway has a more balanced scoring approach, with the highest output coming in the third quarter (10.2 points), but they struggle to close games in the final quarter, scoring only 4.7 points on average.

Team Leaders: Key Players to Watch

La Vernia’s Key Players:

• Sean Garza: The leader in rushing with an impressive 150.6 yards per game, Garza is the backbone of the La Vernia offense. He also contributes significantly to total yards, with 151.8 yards per game.
• Keegan Hajek: As the team’s quarterback, Hajek leads the passing game with 87.3 yards per game, helping balance the attack.
• Dedric Williams: On defense, Williams is a force with 10.1 tackles per game and plays a key role in maintaining La Vernia’s defensive stability.

Tuloso-Midway’s Key Players:

• Damian Figueroa: A standout with 195.6 rushing yards per game, Figueroa is the primary offensive weapon for Tuloso-Midway, also leading the team in total yards with 221.2 per game.
• Braycen Beazell: As the quarterback, Beazell averages 128.9 passing yards per game, contributing significantly to the team’s aerial attack.
• Matt Rodriguez: With 5.3 tackles per game, Rodriguez anchors the defensive side for Tuloso-Midway.

Head-to-Head Breakdown

When comparing the teams head-to-head, both La Vernia and Tuloso-Midway share a similar record of 7-3, but Tuloso-Midway boasts a stronger district record (3-1) compared to La Vernia’s 3-2. In terms of home and away games, La Vernia excels at home with a perfect 5-0 record, while Tuloso-Midway is slightly more consistent on the road with a 4-2 away record.

Conclusion: A Tight Race

Both La Vernia and Tuloso-Midway have proven to be formidable opponents this season, with solid offensive and defensive units. La Vernia’s strength lies in its high-powered rushing game, while Tuloso-Midway has shown more balanced offensive capabilities. The upcoming matchups between these two teams are sure to be exciting, with each squad boasting key players who can turn the game in their favor.

Whether it’s Garza’s hard running or Figueroa’s dynamic rushing ability, these two teams will be looking to finish strong as the postseason approaches. Fans of both squads should expect high-intensity football in their upcoming contests.