The Union County (Morganfield, KY) varsity football team will host a home playoff game against Belfry (KY) on Friday, November 29, at 7:30 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 Kentucky High School Football Playoff Brackets: KHSAA – Class 3A tournament.
What: Kentucky High School Football
Who: Union County (KY) vs Belfry (KY)
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Kentucky High School Football Playoff Brackets: KHSAA – Class 3A
Live stream: Watch here
Analyzing the 2024-25 High School Football Season: Belfry vs. Union County
The high school football season of 2024-25 in Kentucky has showcased some standout performances, particularly from the Belfry Pirates and Union County Braves. With both teams excelling throughout the season, they have demonstrated unmatched skill, strategic depth, and tenacity, culminating in impressive records and individual statistics. Below, we break down the achievements, team comparisons, and standout player performances from both teams.
Team Overview and Records
Belfry Pirates
- Overall Record: 11-2
- District Record: 4-0
- Home Record: 7-1
- Away Record: 4-1
- Win Percentage: .846
- District Winning Percentage: 1.000
- Total Points For (PF): 521
- Total Points Against (PA): 267
The Belfry Pirates, known for their resilience and power play, have had a solid season with a .846 win percentage. Their dominance within the district (100% winning record) reflects a well-rounded approach, balancing offensive potency and defensive strength.
Union County Braves
- Overall Record: 13-2
- District Record: 6-0
- Home Record: 8-0
- Away Record: 4-2
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: .867
- District Winning Percentage: 1.000
- Total Points For (PF): 546
- Total Points Against (PA): 216
Union County’s Braves have demonstrated an impressive season, with a win percentage of .867 and a perfect 6-0 record in district play. Their strong defensive and offensive metrics make them a formidable opponent.
Team Scoring Averages
Belfry:
- Q1: 10.6
- Q2: 14.9
- Q3: 9.3
- Q4: 7.6
- Final: 40.1 points per game
Union County:
- Q1: 7.0
- Q2: 21.0
- Q3: 13.0
- Q4: 0
- Final: 36.4 points per game
Belfry averages a robust 40.1 points per game, showcasing their consistent scoring ability throughout the match. Union County’s high-scoring second quarter (21.0 points) highlights their offensive burst but also signals the importance of maintaining momentum throughout the game.
Team Stat Comparison
Rushing and Passing Yards:
- Belfry: 53.3 rushing yards per game, 18.2 passing yards per game
- Union County: 71.5 total yards per game (no breakdown provided)
Tackles and Sacks:
- Belfry: 13.3 tackles per game, 0.2 sacks per game
- Union County: Statistics not provided
Scoring and Blocks:
- Belfry: 4.3 points per game, 62 pancake blocks
- Union County: 7.0 points per game, pancake block statistics not available
Team Leaders
Belfry:
- Ace Caudill: 55.0 rushing yards per game, 78.0 total yards per game
- Chase Varney: 45.0 passing yards per game
- Jb Woolum: 50.0 receiving yards per game
- Hunter Hylton: 12.0 tackles per game
- Layne Varney: 0.5 sacks per game
- Nick Savage: 7.0 points per game
- Max Dotson: 11 pancake blocks
Union County:
- Individual stats were not broken down in the provided data but the overall team performance indicates balanced contributions across offense and defense.
Record Breakdown by Venue and Opponent
Belfry:
- Home: 7-1
- Away: 4-1
- Playoff: 3-0
- In-State: 11-2
- Out-of-State: 0-0
Union County:
- Home: 8-0
- Away: 4-2
- Neutral: 1-0
- Playoff: 3-0
- In-State: 13-2
- Out-of-State: 0-0
Both teams showed strong home-field advantages, with Union County maintaining an undefeated record in home games. Belfry, while slightly less dominant at home compared to Union County, still managed an impressive 7-1 record.
Conclusion
Both Belfry and Union County have set the bar high this season. With solid overall records, impressive scoring averages, and key players who contribute significantly, they have established themselves as top-tier teams in Kentucky high school football. Their performances have shown the importance of both offensive and defensive execution, with each team bringing unique strengths to the field. As the season progresses, it will be intriguing to see how these teams continue to develop and face off in future high-stakes matchups.
