The Wimberley (TX) varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against Rockport-Fulton (Rockport, TX) on Thursday, November 21 at 7:00 PM at Warrior Stadium, Tuloso-Midway HS. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, in the 2024 Football Conference 4A Division 2 tournament.

Wimberley vs Rockport-Fulton Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Wimberley vs Rockport-Fulton
When: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 4A D2
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Game preview: Wimberley vs Rockport-Fulton

As the high school football season enters its final stretch, the Rockport-Fulton Pirates and the Wimberley Texans are two teams to watch. Both squads have put together impressive seasons, each with standout performances and notable players. Let’s take a deeper dive into their records, statistical breakdowns, and key players, as they head into their crucial matchups.

Team Records & Performance

• Rockport-Fulton Pirates:
  • Overall Record: 7-4
  • District Record: 2-2
  • Home Record: 4-2
  • Away Record: 3-2
  • Points Scored (PF): 326
  • Points Allowed (PA): 284
  • Winning Percentage: .636
  • District Winning Percentage: .500

Rockport-Fulton has had a solid season, with a balanced mix of home and away wins. While they’ve struggled slightly within their district, their ability to put up points and defend well has kept them competitive. Averaging nearly 30 points per game, their offense is capable of scoring, but consistency has been a challenge at times.

• Wimberley Texans:
  • Overall Record: 9-2
  • District Record: 6-0
  • Home Record: 5-0
  • Away Record: 3-2
  • Neutral Site Record: 1-0
  • Points Scored (PF): 499
  • Points Allowed (PA): 144
  • Winning Percentage: .818
  • District Winning Percentage: 1.000

Wimberley has been one of the top teams in the state this season. They have dominated in their district with a perfect 6-0 record and a stellar overall win percentage of .818. Their high-powered offense has averaged more than 45 points per game, while their defense has been exceptional, allowing just 144 points all season.

Scoring & Offensive Breakdown

• Rockport-Fulton:
  • First Quarter: 7.7 points
  • Second Quarter: 9.5 points
  • Third Quarter: 6.1 points
  • Fourth Quarter: 6.4 points
  • Average Points Per Game: 29.6
• Wimberley:
  • First Quarter: 14.1 points
  • Second Quarter: 14.4 points
  • Third Quarter: 8.5 points
  • Fourth Quarter: 8.5 points
  • Average Points Per Game: 45.4

Wimberley’s offensive balance is remarkable, scoring at a high clip in the first half of games. Rockport-Fulton, while effective, tends to score fewer points in the second half, which could be a factor if they fall behind early.

Statistical Comparison

• Rushing Yards:
  • Rockport-Fulton: 286.4 yards/game
  • Wimberley: 221.2 yards/game
• Passing Yards:
  • Rockport-Fulton: 53.5 yards/game
  • Wimberley: 191.3 yards/game
• Receiving Yards:
  • Rockport-Fulton: 53.5 yards/game
  • Wimberley: 191.5 yards/game
• Total Yards:
  • Rockport-Fulton: 339.8 yards/game
  • Wimberley: 412.5 yards/game
• Tackles Per Game:
  • Rockport-Fulton: 68.1
  • Wimberley: 2.1
• Sacks Per Game:
  • Rockport-Fulton: 1.6
  • Wimberley: 2.0
• Points Per Game:
  • Rockport-Fulton: 29.6
  • Wimberley: 45.2

While Rockport-Fulton has a significant edge in rushing yards per game, Wimberley has a commanding advantage in passing yards and total yards, reflecting their ability to score from all areas of the field. Their defense has also been superior, with significantly fewer points allowed per game.

Key Players to Watch

• Rockport-Fulton:
  • Traey Alvarado (RB): 77.0 rushing yards/game, 79.5 total yards/game
  • Sean Howell (QB): 53.5 passing yards/game
  • Trevor Garcia (WR): 10.2 receiving yards/game
  • Wyatt Kalhoefer (LB): 8.6 tackles/game
• Wimberley:
  • Cody Stoever (RB/QB): 85.0 rushing yards/game, 171.9 passing yards/game, 256.9 total yards/game
  • Jace Morales (WR): 58.7 receiving yards/game
  • Reid Leinneweber (LB): 1.3 sacks/game, 2.7 tackles/game

Wimberley’s star player, Cody Stoever, stands out on both sides of the ball. His ability to dominate both as a rusher and passer will be a key factor in the Texans’ success. On the other hand, Rockport-Fulton’s offense relies heavily on the versatile playmaking of Traey Alvarado and the leadership of quarterback Sean Howell.

Game Breakdown

Rockport-Fulton and Wimberley have both had impressive seasons, but Wimberley’s dominant offense and impenetrable defense set them apart. With an unbeaten district record and a commanding 9-2 overall performance, they are the clear favorite. However, Rockport-Fulton’s ability to compete at home and their strong rushing attack could make them a formidable opponent if they can capitalize on their strengths.

For Rockport-Fulton, the key to victory will be controlling the clock with their rushing game and limiting Wimberley’s big plays. For Wimberley, they’ll look to continue their offensive explosion and maintain their dominant defensive play to keep Rockport-Fulton from mounting a challenge.

It promises to be an exciting matchup, with both teams looking to finish the season strong.