The Sayville varsity football team from Sayville, NY, will face Westhampton Beach, NY, in a neutral-site playoff game on Friday, November 15.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: New York High School Football
Who: Westhampton Beach vs Sayville
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: in progress
Bracket: 2024 Fall Boys Football New York: Long Island – Division III
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Game Preview: Westhampton Beach vs. Sayville
This Friday, November 15, at a neutral site, the Westhampton Beach and Sayville football teams will face off in a crucial playoff showdown. With both teams coming off strong regular seasons, this game promises to be an intense contest as they battle for a spot in the next round of the playoffs. Sayville, with a perfect record, heads into this matchup as the favorite, but Westhampton Beach will be aiming to disrupt that streak and claim a postseason victory.
Team Overview
Westhampton Beach (Westhampton Beach, NY)
- Overall Record: 6-3
- League Record: 5-3
- Home Record: 4-1
- Away Record: 2-2
- Win Percentage: 0.667
- Points Scored (PF): 273
- Points Allowed (PA): 192
Westhampton Beach enters the playoffs with a 6-3 overall record. Their performance has been steady, though they faced tough losses to teams like Half Hollow Hills West and Islip. Their offense has averaged 30.3 points per game, led by strong contributions from their running and passing game. Despite some losses, Westhampton Beach’s resilient play, particularly in home games, makes them a dangerous team, especially with their ability to perform in high-pressure situations.
Sayville (Sayville, NY)
- Overall Record: 9-0
- League Record: 7-0
- Home Record: 5-0
- Away Record: 4-0
- Win Percentage: 1.000
- Points Scored (PF): 405
- Points Allowed (PA): 98
Sayville enters the playoffs with an undefeated 9-0 record, including a dominant 7-0 league record. Their offense has been explosive, averaging 45 points per game, and their defense has been nearly impenetrable, allowing just 98 points all season. Sayville’s high-powered offense, coupled with a tenacious defense, makes them one of the top teams in the section and a formidable opponent for Westhampton Beach.
Team Scoring Averages
| Quarter | Westhampton Beach | Sayville |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 4.2 | 15.8 |
| Q2 | 7.4 | 14.3 |
| Q3 | 2.8 | 11.1 |
| Q4 | 9.8 | 4.4 |
| Final | 30.3 | 45.0 |
Sayville starts fast, averaging 15.8 points in the first quarter, and maintains a strong offensive presence throughout the game. In contrast, Westhampton Beach tends to ramp up their scoring, especially in the second half, averaging 9.8 points in the fourth quarter. However, the sheer offensive power of Sayville will likely put pressure on Westhampton Beach to keep pace early in the game.
Head-to-Head
In their last meeting on October 5, Sayville defeated Westhampton Beach by a commanding 49-10 score. Here’s a look at the breakdown of the game:
| Quarter | Westhampton Beach | Sayville |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 0 | 7 |
| Q2 | 3 | 14 |
| Q3 | 0 | 21 |
| Q4 | 7 | 7 |
| Final | 10 | 49 |
Sayville dominated throughout the game, and their high-powered offense proved to be too much for Westhampton Beach to handle. However, this was just one game, and Westhampton Beach will need to regroup and make adjustments heading into the playoffs.
Common Opponents
| Opponent | Westhampton Beach Record | Sayville Record |
|---|---|---|
| Half Hollow Hills West | Lost 45-7 | Won 28-21 |
| Comsewogue | Won 21-7 | Won 28-10 |
| Islip | Lost 40-35 | Won 40-6 |
| Hauppauge | Won 49-10 | Won 49-0 |
| Harborfields | Won 48-7 | Won 41-7 |
| Kings Park | Won 42-7 | Won 57-21 |
Both teams have faced off against common opponents, with Sayville winning every matchup, while Westhampton Beach holds a 5-2 record against those same teams. Despite Sayville’s perfect record, the results against common opponents suggest that Westhampton Beach has the ability to be competitive, especially in high-pressure games.
Record Breakdown
| Category | Westhampton Beach | Sayville |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 6-3 | 9-0 |
| League | 5-3 | 7-0 |
| Non-League | 0-0 | 1-0 |
| Head-to-Head | 1-0 | 5-2 |
| Common Opponents | 5-2 | 6-0 |
| Home | 4-1 | 5-0 |
| Away | 2-2 | 4-0 |
| Neutral | 0-0 | 1-0 |
| Playoff | 1-0 | 1-0 |
While Westhampton Beach has had a solid season with a 6-3 record, Sayville has been unbeatable at 9-0. Sayville has performed well in both home and away games, and with a flawless league record, they come into the playoff game with high confidence. Westhampton Beach, however, will be looking to surprise Sayville in this neutral-site playoff game.
Keys to Victory
For Westhampton Beach, the key to victory will be slowing down Sayville’s high-powered offense. The defense will need to step up and find a way to limit the explosive plays that Sayville thrives on. Offensively, Westhampton Beach will need to make quick adjustments and capitalize on their second-half scoring ability, especially in the fourth quarter.
For Sayville, their goal will be to continue the dominance they have shown all season. Their fast starts, especially in the first half, will likely put pressure on Westhampton Beach early. Sayville’s defense will need to stay disciplined to prevent any late-game rallies from Westhampton Beach.
Prediction
Sayville heads into this matchup as the clear favorite, with an undefeated record and a dominant offensive and defensive presence. However, Westhampton Beach, though facing a tough challenge, has shown resilience and the ability to compete with top-tier teams. This will likely be a high-energy game, but Sayville’s experience and firepower should ultimately carry them to victory.
