The West Broward (8-3) and Piper (10-1) varsity football teams will face off in a highly anticipated home playoff game on Friday, November 22, at 7:00 PM at Piper High School. This contest is part of the 2024 FHSAA Football State Championships – 6A tournament.

Team Overview

Both teams have had impressive seasons, with Piper boasting a solid 10-1 overall record and an undefeated 7-0 mark at home. West Broward, while a formidable opponent with an 8-3 record, has proven itself resilient, particularly in district play, finishing 3-0 in their district.

Scoring and Offensive Power

West Broward has shown offensive firepower, averaging an impressive 38.6 points per game. They excel in both the running and passing game, accumulating 210.1 rushing yards and 196.5 passing yards per contest. The team’s offense is led by Amos Bradford, who averages 111.5 rushing yards per game, and Tyler Shattuck, who throws for 171.1 yards per game.

In contrast, Piper averages 32.6 points per game, with Cristian Mata leading the offense at quarterback with 90.7 passing yards per game. While their offensive yardage is slightly lower than West Broward’s, Piper’s defense has been the standout, allowing just 112 points all season, or an average of 10.2 points per game. This defensive strength has been a key part of their success, with Antrell McWhirter and Jefferson Saintcius leading the defense.

Key Players and Stats

For West Broward, much of the offensive load falls on Amos Bradford, who leads the team with 111.5 rushing yards per game, and Josh Moore, who adds 90.1 receiving yards per game. The team also features a well-rounded passing attack, led by Tyler Shattuck, who averages 171.1 passing yards per game.

Piper counters with a potent combination of offense and defense. Julien Halley leads the team with 85.5 rushing yards per game, while Cristian Mata has been an efficient passer, throwing for 90.7 yards per game. Jordan London, a key target for Mata, averages 28.5 receiving yards per game. The defense, spearheaded by Antrell McWhirter (7.0 tackles per game) and Jefferson Saintcius (0.8 sacks per game), has been a dominant force, making life difficult for opposing offenses.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced common opponents this season, with mixed results. West Broward defeated South Broward 57-14 but lost to Plantation 25-21. Meanwhile, Piper also topped South Broward 49-14 and narrowly defeated Plantation 14-7. These common matchups show both teams’ capabilities, setting the stage for what should be a highly competitive game.

Head-to-Head History

The West Broward vs. Piper matchup in the playoffs is significant because these teams split their regular season encounters, with West Broward winning earlier in the season, 52-42, in a thrilling game that saw explosive offenses on both sides.

Game Preview

As both teams are riding high with strong seasons, Piper’s unblemished home record gives them an edge in this matchup, though West Broward’s ability to score quickly and in various ways should make them a tough opponent. With both teams averaging high offensive outputs and solid defenses, this game is set to be a battle of wills. Will Piper’s defense hold steady, or will West Broward’s balanced offensive attack prevail? The answer will come Friday night when the two teams meet in what promises to be an exciting playoff showdown.

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