The All Saints varsity football team from Fort Worth, TX, will face Second Baptist from Houston, TX, in a neutral-site playoff game today at 12 PM. This matchup is part of the “TAPPS 2024 High School Football Playoff – TAPPS Division II” tournament.
Second Baptist vs All Saints Football Game Info:
What: Texas High School Football
Who: Second Baptist vs All Saints
When: Saturday, December 7, 2024
Time: 12:00 a.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Second Baptist vs All Saints
The 2024 Texas high school football season has been electrifying, with teams like Second Baptist and All Saints putting up impressive performances. As playoffs approach, these two powerhouses stand out with remarkable records and stats. Here’s a closer look at how these teams stack up and what makes them dominant contenders.
Season Overview
Second Baptist
- Record: 11-2 overall, 4-1 in district play
- Win Percentage: .846 overall, .800 in district
- Points Scored: 426
- Points Allowed: 216
All Saints
- Record: 13-0 overall, 5-0 in district play
- Win Percentage: 1.000 (both overall and district)
- Points Scored: 575
- Points Allowed: 259
All Saints’ undefeated record and stellar district play make them a formidable force, while Second Baptist has shown resilience despite two losses, maintaining dominance across most of their games.
Team Scoring Averages
All Saints outpaces Second Baptist in scoring, averaging 44.2 points per game compared to Second Baptist’s 32.8. The first quarter sets the tone for All Saints, where they average a staggering 21.8 points. Second Baptist is more consistent, particularly in the middle quarters, but they struggle to keep up with the scoring pace of All Saints.
| Quarter | Second Baptist | All Saints |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 7.0 | 21.8 |
| Q2 | 11.0 | 12.6 |
| Q3 | 11.3 | 5.8 |
| Q4 | 3.0 | 4.0 |
Statistical Comparisons
| Category | Second Baptist | All Saints |
|---|---|---|
| Rushing Yards Per Game | 20.7 | 179.6 |
| Passing Yards Per Game | 129.0 | 249.0 |
| Total Yards Per Game | 228.0 | 428.6 |
| Tackles Per Game | 10.0 | 67.9 |
| Sacks Per Game | 1.0 | 2.6 |
All Saints holds a significant edge in offensive yardage, especially in rushing, where they dominate with 179.6 yards per game compared to Second Baptist’s 20.7. This disparity highlights the role of All Saints’ balanced offensive attack in their success.
Team Leaders
Second Baptist:
- Canon Toon (#10):
- 99.0 rushing yards/game
- 129.0 passing yards/game
- 228.0 total yards/game
- Bryce Butler (#22): 10.0 tackles/game
- Cash Harris (#30): 1.0 sacks/game
All Saints:
- Gavin Parkhurst (#3):
- 60.5 rushing yards/game
- 246.4 passing yards/game
- 306.9 total yards/game
- Jacob Mainord (#5): 7.7 tackles/game
- Qumonte Williams (#8):
- 94.4 receiving yards/game
- 11.1 points/game
The standout performances from Canon Toon and Gavin Parkhurst define their teams’ offensive strategies. Parkhurst, in particular, leads with unmatched versatility, contributing nearly 307 total yards per game.
Common Opponents
Both teams share victories over Fort Worth Christian and the Episcopal School of Dallas, but All Saints’ dominance is evident with a wider scoring margin in these matchups.
Second Baptist vs. Common Opponents:
- Fort Worth Christian: Won 48-16
- Episcopal School of Dallas: Won 42-33
All Saints vs. Common Opponents:
- Fort Worth Christian: Won 37-14, 49-20
- Episcopal School of Dallas: Won 42-39
Playoff Readiness
Both teams are poised for deep playoff runs. Second Baptist’s balanced play style and solid defense are their strengths, but they’ll need to match All Saints’ explosive offensive capabilities to go further. With All Saints riding an undefeated streak and leading in nearly every statistical category, they appear to be the team to beat in 2024.
Final Thoughts:
The rivalry between these two Texas high school football giants exemplifies the competitive spirit of the sport. Whether All Saints continues their perfect run or Second Baptist pulls off a stunning playoff upset, fans can expect thrilling matchups ahead.
