The Hawthorne (FL) varsity football team will host Williston (FL) in a home playoff game today at 7:30 p.m. at Hawthorne. This game is part of the 2024 FHSAA Football State Championships in the FHSAA Rural Football tournament.

Williston vs Hawthorne High School Football Game Info:

What: Florida High School Football
Who: Williston vs Hawthorne
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 7:30pm.
Bracket: 2024 FHSAA Football State Championships – FHSAA Rural Football
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Williston vs Hawthorne

The Hawthorne (FL) Hornets are set to face off against the Williston (FL) Red Devils in a thrilling playoff matchup tonight at 7:30 p.m. at Hawthorne. This game is part of the 2024 FHSAA Football State Championships for the FHSAA Rural Football tournament.

Team Records & Overview

Both teams have had impressive seasons, with Hawthorne holding a strong overall record of 9-1, while Williston comes into the game with an 8-4 record. Hawthorne enters as the higher-ranked team, boasting a .900 win percentage, compared to Williston’s .667. Hawthorne has been dominant at home this season, going a perfect 4-0 in front of their home crowd, while Williston has shown resilience on the road, posting a 3-3 record away from home.

Scoring and Team Stats

Offensively, Hawthorne has been a powerhouse, averaging 37.2 points per game, significantly higher than Williston’s 27.3. The Hornets have been especially strong in the first half, with a 22.4-point average in the first two quarters. On the other hand, Williston has averaged 6.4 points in the first quarter and has been most effective in the second quarter, with 10.6 points.

When it comes to rushing, Williston has the edge with 224.1 rushing yards per game, led by standout Jamari Williams, who also averages 113.6 total yards per game. Hawthorne, however, has been more balanced, posting 327.5 total yards per game, with standout performers like Keenon Johnson, who leads the team with 148.5 rushing yards per game, and Adrian Curtis, who averages 150.9 passing yards.

Key Players

• Williston: Jamari Williams has been the key offensive weapon for the Red Devils, rushing for an average of 111.2 yards per game and contributing 8 points per contest. John Jazikoff has been reliable in the passing game, with 76.2 passing yards per game.
• Hawthorne: Keenon Johnson has been the offensive star for the Hornets, contributing both in the air and on the ground with 153.2 total yards per game. Adrian Curtis has been the backbone of the passing attack, and defensively, Naziy Gent has been a force, averaging 9.1 tackles per game.

Common Opponents

Both teams have shared a couple of common opponents this season. Both Williston and Hawthorne recorded victories over Zephyrhills Christian Academy, though Williston lost to Newberry, while Hawthorne narrowly won their match against them. These results show that both teams have faced challenging competition throughout the season.

The Game Ahead

This playoff showdown is expected to be a hard-fought battle. Williston will rely on their powerful rushing attack to control the tempo of the game, while Hawthorne will aim to leverage their balanced offensive attack and solid defense. With both teams coming into the game with momentum, this promises to be an exciting matchup.

The Hornets, with their strong home-field advantage, will look to continue their dominant season, while the Red Devils will aim to pull off an upset on the road and advance in the playoffs.

Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. at Hawthorne, and fans are in for a highly competitive and entertaining game as both teams fight for a spot in the next round of the 2024 FHSAA Football State Championships.