The Wall (TX) varsity football team will host a home playoff game against Childress (TX) on Friday, November 22 at 7:00 PM at Slaton High School. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, 3A Division 2 tournament.

Wall vs Childress Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Wall vs Childress
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 3A D2
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Game preview: Wall vs Childress

As the football season heats up, let’s take a closer look at the performance and stats of two notable teams: Childress and Wall. Both teams have proven to be strong contenders, but their season records, scoring averages, and team statistics reveal key differences in their playing styles and successes.

Season Record and Performance Breakdown

Childress (24-25) has finished the regular season with an overall record of 6-5. Within their district, they achieved a 3-1 record, showing strong results in league games. On the road, Childress posted a 4-1 record, but struggled slightly at home with a 2-4 mark. Despite their solid district performance, the team faces challenges outside their league, with a 2-4 record in non-league games.

In contrast, Wall (24-25) boasts a remarkable 10-1 overall record, including an undefeated 4-0 district performance. The team was dominant both at home (6-1) and away (4-0), highlighting their consistency and strength in various settings. Their only loss came in non-league play, but their near-perfect district record and strong showing in postseason games (1-0) underscore their competitiveness.

Team Scoring and Offensive Strategies

Offensively, Childress averages 28.4 points per game. Their scoring tends to peak early in the game, with their first-quarter average at 10.3 points. However, their scoring drops significantly in the second quarter (3.5 points), before picking up again in the third and fourth quarters. This pattern suggests a team that can start strong but faces challenges maintaining momentum throughout the game.

Wall, on the other hand, scores an impressive 40.6 points per game. The team is especially potent in the second quarter, where they average 17 points, significantly outpacing Childress. Wall’s balanced scoring across all four quarters demonstrates their ability to keep the pressure on their opponents, finishing games strong with 5.6 points in the final quarter.

Offensive Leaders

• Childress relies heavily on Landon H. York, who leads the team in both passing (222.5 yards per game) and total yards (228.2 yards per game). His ability to generate yardage through the air is key to Childress’ offensive strategy. Jager Thompson contributes with 67.8 rushing yards per game, providing balance to their attack, while Reid Robertson is a standout in the receiving game with 62.8 yards per game.
• Wall also boasts strong offensive leaders, including Landon H. York (no relation to the Childress player), who is equally dominant with 51.2 passing yards per game. However, it is Wall’s overall offensive depth that makes them formidable, with Gunner Garza contributing 6 points per game, often taking on a key role in their scoring.

Defensive Strengths

Defensively, both teams are formidable. Childress averages 88.8 tackles per game, led by Ethan Michalewicz who contributes 8.5 tackles per game. The team also has a solid pass rush with Lane Stansberry recording 0.7 sacks per game.

Wall’s defense has been slightly less aggressive but still effective, with 0.2 sacks per game. Despite this, their overall defensive performance has been efficient, giving up just 130 points across the season, compared to Childress’ 218. Wall’s ability to limit opponent scoring while maintaining a high offensive output has been a key factor in their success.

Conclusion

While both teams have proven themselves to be strong, Wall’s 10-1 record and potent offense, combined with their dominant district performance, position them as one of the top teams in their region. Childress, though competitive, faces more challenges in non-league matchups and has room to improve in maintaining consistency across all four quarters. Their reliance on passing and overall offensive production will be crucial as they seek to make a deeper playoff run.

As the season progresses, both teams will need to leverage their strengths and address their weaknesses to achieve success in the postseason. Wall, with their balanced and high-scoring play, will be a tough contender, while Childress’ resilience and key players give them the potential to challenge stronger opponents.