The Bullard-Havens (Bridgeport, CT) varsity football team will host Waterford (CT) today at 6:30 p.m. at Bullard-Havens High School for a home playoff game. This game is part of the 2024 Connecticut High School Football Playoff Brackets: CIAC – Class SS tournament.

Waterford vs Bullard-Havens High School Football Game Info:

What: Connecticut High School Football
Who: Waterford vs BHHS
When: Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Time: 6:30pm.
Bracket: 2024 Connecticut High School Football Playoff Brackets: CIAC – Class SS
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Waterford vs Bullard-Havens

The Waterford (8-2) varsity football team will face Bullard-Havens (7-3) today in a thrilling home playoff game at Bullard-Havens High School. Set to kick off at 6:30 p.m., this match is part of the 2024 Connecticut High School Football Playoff Brackets: CIAC – Class SS tournament.

Team Records and Overview

• Waterford enters the game with a solid 8-2 record, finishing 5-1 in league play. Known for their strong offense, Waterford averages 29.7 points per game and boasts a powerful rushing attack, with Jax Higgins leading the way, rushing for an impressive 146.9 yards per game. The team has been dominant at home, posting a 3-2 record.
• Bullard-Havens, with a 7-3 record and 7-1 league performance, will look to continue their momentum after a strong regular season. While the Bullard-Havens offense has averaged 27.4 points per game, they’ve struggled in scoring consistency, particularly in the second and third quarters. Their standout player, Joshua Headley, has been crucial to their success, rushing for 191.9 yards per game. Bullard-Havens will be relying on their defense, which has averaged 45.5 tackles per game, to contain Waterford’s potent offense.

Scoring and Key Players

Waterford has been effective in all quarters, but especially in the first half, averaging 9.4 points per game in the first quarter. They are led by Jax Higgins, who also contributes in the passing game, accumulating 85.9 passing yards per game. His ability to both run and pass makes him a dual-threat that Bullard-Havens will need to contain.

In contrast, Bullard-Havens has faced challenges maintaining offensive consistency across the game, particularly in the second and third quarters where they score an average of just 2.3 points per quarter. However, the team shows resilience in the final quarter, averaging 2.7 points per game. They will need a strong performance from Joshua Headley, who is the focal point of their offense. Headley has also contributed significantly on defense, helping the Bullard-Havens team hold opponents to an average of 27.4 points per game.

Head-to-Head Comparison

Both teams have had success against common opponents this season, with Waterford boasting a 6-0 record against common foes, while Bullard-Havens has performed well with a 5-1 mark. This shows that both teams have the ability to perform under pressure.

Waterford’s standout stat is their ability to balance rushing and passing, accumulating 294.5 total yards per game. Meanwhile, Bullard-Havens averages 308.5 total yards per game, primarily driven by their 281.6 rushing yards per game, making them a powerful team in the trenches.

Game Preview

This playoff game is shaping up to be a dynamic matchup. With Waterford’s explosive offense and Bullard-Havens’ strong defensive game, it will likely come down to which team can control the clock and limit mistakes. Waterford’s ability to execute early and capitalize on their scoring opportunities will be key, while Bullard-Havens will need to rely on their physical running game and defensive prowess to slow down Waterford’s attack.

Both teams have everything to play for in this critical Class SS playoff matchup, and fans can expect a fierce contest on the field tonight. As the game kicks off at 6:30 p.m., all eyes will be on Bullard-Havens High School to see which team advances to the next round.