The Yoakum (TX) varsity football team will play a home playoff game against Columbus (TX) on Friday, November 29, at 7:00 PM at Katy Legacy Stadium. This matchup is part of the 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships, specifically the 3A Division 1 tournament.

Yoakum vs Columbus Game Info:

What: Texas High School Football Playoffs
Who: Yoakum vs Columbus
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 UIL Texas Football State Championships – 2024 Football Conference 3A D1
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Game preview: Yoakum vs Columbus

This Friday, November 29, 2024, the Columbus (TX) and Yoakum (TX) varsity football teams will meet for a highly anticipated playoff game in Yoakum. The match kicks off at 7:00 PM and promises to be an exciting battle as both teams look to advance in the postseason.

Season Records and Standings

• Columbus (11-1 overall, 2-1 district)
  • The Columbus Cardinals have had an impressive season, posting an 11-1 overall record with a .917 win percentage. They are ranked 57th in the state and have dominated on both sides of the ball, with a strong scoring average of 51.9 points per game (PF) while only allowing 273 points all season (PA). At home, they have been unbeatable, going 5-0, and have also performed well on the road with a 5-1 record.
• Yoakum (8-4 overall, 2-2 district)
  • Yoakum enters the game with an 8-4 overall record and a .667 win percentage. Ranked 216th in the state, they’ve had a solid season despite a more challenging district performance, with a 2-2 district record. Their offense has averaged 39.0 points per game (PF), with a higher scoring output in the latter quarters. They are 3-2 at home and 5-2 on the road, making them formidable in their own stadium.

Team Scoring Averages

• Columbus Scoring Breakdown:
  • The Cardinals have averaged 16.9 points in the first quarter, followed by 18.9 points in the second quarter. However, their scoring slows slightly in the second half, with 8.7 points in the third quarter and 9.4 in the fourth. Nonetheless, their total of 51.9 points per game demonstrates their potent offense.
• Yoakum Scoring Breakdown:
  • Yoakum’s offense has been more evenly spread across the four quarters, averaging 9.6 points in both the first and third quarters, and slightly increasing to 12.1 points in the second. However, their scoring tapers off at 10.9 points in the fourth quarter. Overall, they have averaged 39.0 points per game.

Head-to-Head

In their previous meeting, Columbus came out on top, defeating Yoakum 56-38 on October 18, 2024. This victory marked a dominant showing by Columbus, who led for the majority of the game. Yoakum will surely be looking to avenge this loss in their own stadium this Friday.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced some of the same opponents this season, with Columbus holding a 3-1 record against common rivals, while Yoakum is 2-2. Some notable matchups include:

• Cuero: Columbus defeated Cuero 65-24 on August 30, while Yoakum lost to Cuero 61-49 on September 13.
• Hitchcock: Columbus fell to Hitchcock 37-36 on October 25, while Yoakum also lost to Hitchcock 35-14 on November 1.
• Hallettsville: Columbus triumphed 42-12 over Hallettsville on November 1, while Yoakum earned a 41-12 victory over Hallettsville on November 8.
• Hempstead: Columbus defeated Hempstead 38-0 on November 8, while Yoakum beat Hempstead 55-14 on October 11.

Record Breakdown

• Columbus:
  • Overall: 11-1
  • District: 2-1
  • Home: 5-0
  • Away: 5-1
  • Playoff: 2-0
• Yoakum:
  • Overall: 8-4
  • District: 2-2
  • Home: 3-2
  • Away: 5-2
  • Playoff: 1-0

What to Expect

Columbus comes into this playoff matchup with momentum from a strong regular season. Their offense has been a standout feature, and they will look to continue their dominance on the road against Yoakum. Yoakum, on the other hand, has shown resilience throughout the season, particularly with their ability to win on the road.

This game will likely be a high-scoring affair, with both teams possessing dynamic offenses. However, Columbus’ ability to put up points consistently and their recent victory over Yoakum gives them an edge heading into the game. Yoakum will need to adjust their strategy and find a way to contain the Columbus offense if they hope to pull off the upset.

With both teams coming off solid performances in the playoffs, this game promises to be an exciting showdown. Fans can expect a hard-fought contest that could go down to the wire.

Final Thoughts: Columbus is favored going into this game, but with Yoakum playing at home and looking for redemption, this match is far from decided. It’s anyone’s game!