The Amador Valley varsity football team will host Windsor in a home playoff game on Friday, November 22, at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 North Coast Section Football Championships – Division 2 tournament. Both teams are competing for a chance to advance further in the postseason.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: California High School Football Playoff
Who: Windsor vs Amador Valley
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 North Coast Section Football Championships – Division 2
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Game Preview: Amador Valley vs. Windsor

The 2024 North Coast Section Football Championships are heating up, and one of the most anticipated matchups is between Amador Valley and Windsor. Set to take place on Friday, November 22, at 7 p.m., this game is part of the Division 2 tournament. Both teams are looking to advance to the next stage of the postseason, and the stakes couldn’t be higher.

Windsor: Strong on the Road, but Struggling at Home

Windsor enters the postseason with an 8-3 overall record, having posted a solid 6-0 record on the road. However, their performance at home has been less consistent, finishing with a 2-3 record. Their offense has been productive, averaging 31.2 points per game. Their most explosive quarter has been the second, where they score an average of 12.3 points. Windsor has also been fairly effective in the fourth quarter with 7.9 points. However, their third-quarter production has lagged, averaging just 4.1 points, which could be an area of concern against a high-scoring Amador Valley team.

Amador Valley: High Scoring and Balanced Offense

Amador Valley, with a 7-4 record, comes into this game with a strong offensive showing, averaging 35.7 points per game. While they’ve had some challenges in league play with a 1-2 record, their home performance (4-2) has been much more reliable. Amador Valley has been especially effective in the first quarter, scoring an average of 10.0 points. Their second-quarter production is also strong, averaging 11.7 points. Even in the second half, Amador Valley remains dangerous, with 9.6 points in the third quarter and 6.6 in the fourth. They’ll look to use their offensive balance to create a high-paced game against Windsor.

Key Matchup: Scoring Efficiency and Momentum

The main key to this game will be how well Windsor can handle Amador Valley’s high-scoring offense. Windsor has been a strong road team, but they will need to find ways to keep up with Amador Valley’s explosive first half, especially their early-game momentum. Windsor’s ability to maintain consistency through all four quarters will be crucial, particularly against an offense that has been strong throughout the game.

As two talented teams gear up for an exciting matchup, Windsor and Amador Valley have showcased impressive performances throughout their respective seasons. Let’s dive into a statistical breakdown to understand how these teams measure up, key players, and their shared history with common opponents.

Team Statistics

Windsor has demonstrated a balanced offensive attack with a solid rushing game, averaging 160.0 yards per game. Their passing game, however, has been less prominent, contributing only 134.3 yards per game. In total offense, Windsor averages 294.3 yards per game. On the defensive side, Windsor has managed 6.9 tackles per game but has struggled to generate significant pressure, with only 0.5 sacks per game. Despite this, they have averaged 24.4 points per game, showing that their offense can capitalize when needed.

Amador Valley, on the other hand, excels in the air. The team averages a staggering 306.1 passing yards per game, complemented by 308.6 receiving yards per game. Their total yards per game (477.4) dwarfs Windsor’s, highlighting their offensive firepower. Amador Valley’s points per game (34.2) is also significantly higher than Windsor’s, indicating their ability to put up big numbers. Defensively, Amador Valley’s statistics are unavailable, but their offensive production speaks volumes about their overall prowess.

Team Leaders

Key players have driven the success of both teams this season:

• Windsor:
  • Wyatt Morris leads the rushing attack with 89.1 yards per game.
  • Carter Vose III contributes 102.5 passing yards per game, while Hayden Anderson has been a dual threat with 72.8 receiving yards per game and 115.4 total yards per game.
  • Anderson also scores 10.0 points per game, which stands as a team-high.
• Amador Valley:
  • Ismael Duenas leads the rushing game with 68.5 yards per game, and Tristan Tia has been a standout, throwing for 306.1 yards per game and accounting for 368.6 total yards per game.
  • Anthony Harrington is a major target, with 124.6 receiving yards per game.
  • Tia also leads the team with 11.6 points per game, continuing his stellar play throughout the season.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced Campolindo in their respective non-league schedules, and both came out victorious:

• Windsor defeated Campolindo 33-14 on September 13, 2024.
• Amador Valley triumphed 37-7 against Campolindo on October 11, 2024.

This shared success against a common opponent adds an interesting layer to the rivalry, suggesting both teams have similar capabilities when it comes to handling tough challenges.

Record Breakdown

In terms of overall performance, both teams have had strong seasons:

• Windsor holds a record of 8-3, with an impressive 5-0 non-league performance, while their league record stands at 2-3.
• Amador Valley has a 7-4 overall record, with a solid 5-2 record in league play and a perfect 6-0 mark in non-league games.

Both teams have shown resilience, with Windsor particularly excelling in non-league matchups, and Amador Valley showcasing its dominance in league games.

Home and Away Performance

• Windsor is 2-3 at home, but a dominant 6-0 on the road, reflecting their ability to perform well away from home.
• Amador Valley has a balanced record, with 4-2 at home and 3-2 on the road, highlighting their adaptability in various environments.

Playoff Outlook

Both teams have made successful playoff runs, with Windsor holding a 1-0 record in playoff games and Amador Valley matching that record. The postseason performance will likely be a critical factor in their momentum heading into future matchups.

Conclusion

This matchup between Windsor and Amador Valley promises to be an exciting contest, as both teams possess explosive offenses. Windsor will look to establish its rushing game and balanced offense, while Amador Valley will rely on its aerial attack to put pressure on Windsor’s defense. With both teams coming off successful non-league campaigns and boasting standout individual players, this game will be a highly anticipated showdown in the season.