The East Forsyth (Kernersville, NC) varsity football team is set to host West Forsyth (Clemmons, NC) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 22, at 7 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: North Carolina High School Football
Who: West Forsyth vs East Forsyth
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 NCHSAA Football Championships – 4A
Live Stream: Watch Here

Game Preview: West Forsyth vs. East Forsyth

As the 2024-2025 football season nears its conclusion, one of the most anticipated matchups is between West Forsyth and East Forsyth. With both teams showcasing impressive records, the upcoming game is expected to be a thrilling encounter. Let’s break down the key statistics, performances, and how these teams compare.

Season Records

West Forsyth

• Overall Record: 8-3
• Conference Record: 5-2
• Home Record: 5-1
• Away Record: 3-2
• Win Percentage: .727
• Conference Win Percentage: .714
• Points For (PF): 330
• Points Against (PA): 199

East Forsyth

• Overall Record: 11-0
• Conference Record: 7-0
• Home Record: 6-0
• Away Record: 5-0
• Win Percentage: 1.000
• Conference Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 566
• Points Against (PA): 178

East Forsyth has been perfect this season, with a flawless 11-0 record and an impressive 7-0 conference record. On the other hand, West Forsyth has had a solid season but comes into the game with 3 losses, including a recent defeat to East Forsyth in their head-to-head matchup earlier this month.

Scoring Averages

• West Forsyth:
  • Q1: 5.2
  • Q2: 10.7
  • Q3: 5.7
  • Q4: 5.2
  • Final Average: 30.0
• East Forsyth:
  • Q1: 17.8
  • Q2: 14.1
  • Q3: 10.4
  • Q4: 9.2
  • Final Average: 51.5

East Forsyth has been an offensive powerhouse, averaging a staggering 51.5 points per game, which is over 20 points higher than West Forsyth’s average of 30 points per game. East Forsyth has consistently built strong first-half leads, putting opponents at a disadvantage.

Team Statistics

East Forsyth outpaces West Forsyth in nearly every major statistical category. The difference is particularly notable in the total yardage, where East Forsyth averages over 500 yards per game, significantly higher than West Forsyth’s 363.5 yards per game. East Forsyth’s passing game, in particular, has been dominant, averaging 278.5 passing yards per game.

Individual Leaders

• West Forsyth:
  • CJ Blevins: 93.1 rushing yards/game
  • Riley Horton: 133.2 passing yards/game
  • Jailyn Moore: 55.7 receiving yards/game
  • Daviel Eldridge: 8.5 tackles/game
  • Darell Paige: 8.0 points/game
• East Forsyth:
  • Corey Blair: 80.0 rushing yards/game
  • Bryce Baker: 251.4 passing yards/game
  • JP Gilchrist: 81.6 receiving yards/game
  • Nathan Stewart: 10.2 tackles/game
  • JP Gilchrist: 9.3 points/game

Riley Horton and CJ Blevins lead West Forsyth’s offense, with Blevins carrying the ball effectively and Horton leading the passing game. However, East Forsyth’s Bryce Baker has been exceptional, throwing for 251.4 yards per game, while JP Gilchrist has been a dual-threat with both receiving yards and points per game.

Head-to-Head Matchup

In their most recent encounter on November 1, East Forsyth won a thrilling game against West Forsyth, securing a 48-42 victory. Despite West Forsyth’s late surge, East Forsyth’s strong offensive output proved too much to overcome. This victory gave East Forsyth a clear advantage in their ongoing rivalry.

Common Opponents

Both teams have played several common opponents throughout the season, with East Forsyth finishing 7-0 in these matchups and West Forsyth finishing 6-1. Some notable games include:

• West Forsyth vs. A.C. Reynolds (8/23/24): West Forsyth won 19-13
• East Forsyth vs. A.C. Reynolds (9/6/24): East Forsyth won 49-14
• West Forsyth vs. Parkland (9/26/24): West Forsyth won 22-20
• East Forsyth vs. Parkland (10/11/24): East Forsyth won 62-6

Both teams dominated most of their common opponents, but East Forsyth’s margin of victory has often been much larger, showcasing their offensive prowess.

Conclusion

As the 2024-2025 football season reaches its climax, East Forsyth remains the team to beat, with a perfect 11-0 record and an explosive offense that has been hard to stop. West Forsyth, although a strong competitor, has been less consistent, particularly in their head-to-head matchups against East Forsyth. The upcoming playoff game will be crucial for West Forsyth to prove they can bounce back, but they will face a tough challenge in trying to overcome East Forsyth’s high-scoring, well-balanced attack.

East Forsyth enters this matchup with confidence, knowing they have already defeated West Forsyth earlier this month. However, with the right adjustments and focus, West Forsyth has the potential to challenge East Forsyth in what promises to be an exciting rematch.