The Almira-Coulee-Hartline (Coulee City, WA) varsity football team will play a neutral-site playoff game against Inchelium (WA) on Friday, November 15, 2024.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Washington High School Football
Who: Almira-Coulee-Hartline vs Inchelium
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: on Friday, November 15, 2024.
“2024 Football Washington State Championships – 1B State Football”
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

Inchelium vs. Almira-Coulee-Hartline: A Battle of the Best in Washington Football

As the 2024-2025 high school football season unfolds, two teams in Washington state have emerged as dominant forces in their respective classifications: Inchelium and Almira-Coulee-Hartline (ACH). Both squads boast impressive 8-2 records, and with similar paths to success, they have drawn attention across the state as powerhouse programs. But what sets them apart? Let’s dive into the statistics, team performances, and head-to-head matchups that highlight this fierce rivalry.

Season Performance and Records

Both teams have mirrored success with an 8-2 overall record, each topping their districts with strong playoff aspirations. Inchelium, with a perfect 6-0 record in district play, has demonstrated an unparalleled dominance at home and away. ACH, although slightly more balanced in district play with a 2-1 record, has proven to be a formidable force at home with a 5-1 record.

• Inchelium’s Strength: The team boasts an 80% overall win rate, with a perfect 100% district win percentage, dominating their opponents by an average score of 54.1 to 17.6.
• Almira-Coulee-Hartline’s Challenge: Despite their equally impressive 8-2 record, ACH’s performance in district play is slightly lower at 66.7%, showing a slight vulnerability when facing district rivals.

Scoring Comparison: Inchelium vs. Almira-Coulee-Hartline

When it comes to scoring, Inchelium has shown a more balanced approach with solid contributions throughout each quarter. Their first and second-quarter scores stand out, averaging 12.0 and 16.7 points per quarter respectively, before tapering off in the second half. In contrast, ACH’s offense is heavily front-loaded, with an average of 17.0 points in the first quarter and 20.0 in the second, but a drastic drop-off in the fourth quarter, where they average just 1.6 points. This may indicate that ACH struggles to maintain momentum in the latter stages of the game.

Team Stat Comparison: The Battle of the Yards

Looking at the broader team statistics, Inchelium’s offensive production stands out with a well-rounded game plan. They average 279.7 rushing yards and 102 passing yards per game. While Inchelium leans heavily on their ground game, their passing game also holds a respectable role in keeping opposing defenses on edge.

ACH, however, is more reliant on a well-balanced offensive attack, with similar total yards per game at 381.7, though they surpass Inchelium’s passing yards, averaging 102 yards compared to Inchelium’s 102 yards per game.

Key Players and Leaders

Inchelium’s standout players are led by Caden Correia, who ranks second in the nation in passing yards with an average of 100.9 yards per game. He is also the team leader in total yards, with 158.5 per game. Additionally, Carter Pitts is a major contributor, ranking 11th nationally with 93.2 rushing yards per game.

For ACH, Harvest Parrish is a standout defensively, ranking 6th in the nation with 7.7 tackles per game, while Noah Butler leads in sacks, with an impressive 1.3 sacks per game.

Common Opponents: Analyzing the Head-to-Head

Both Inchelium and Almira-Coulee-Hartline share a number of common opponents this season, and they’ve both performed exceptionally well against them. Let’s take a closer look at how the teams faced off against these shared rivals:

• Mary Walker: Inchelium secured a dominant 64-0 victory on the road, while ACH also triumphed, winning 52-14 at home.
• Wilbur-Creston-Keller: Inchelium faced a tough loss, falling 70-40. ACH also met Wilbur-Creston-Keller later in the season but came up short, losing 30-24.
• Cusick: Both teams easily dispatched Cusick, with Inchelium winning 68-4 and ACH winning 60-8.
• Wellpinit: Inchelium won a close battle, 36-28, while ACH won comfortably, 48-14.
• Curlew: Inchelium triumphed 60-26, and ACH also cruised to a 50-30 victory.
• Columbia: Inchelium wrapped up a strong 54-0 win over Columbia, while ACH defeated them 46-14.

The Record Breakdown

Both teams have displayed excellent overall records, with identical in-state 8-2 records. However, Inchelium’s superior district performance and undefeated home record make them a more dangerous proposition for playoff success. ACH has proven they can compete on the big stage, but with a less-than-perfect district performance, they will need to step up their consistency to make a deep playoff run.

Inchelium’s Record Breakdown:

• Overall: 8-2
• District: 6-0
• Home: 5-1
• Away: 3-1

Almira-Coulee-Hartline’s Record Breakdown:

• Overall: 8-2
• District: 2-1
• Home: 5-1
• Away: 3-1

Conclusion: A Tight Rivalry

As both teams advance toward the postseason, it’s clear that Inchelium and Almira-Coulee-Hartline have proven themselves as elite contenders in Washington football. With Inchelium’s dominance in district play and their well-balanced offense, they are certainly one of the top teams in the state. However, Almira-Coulee-Hartline’s high-powered offense and standout defensive players make them a threat to any team. With both teams having faced off against common opponents and performing similarly, it will be exciting to see which team ultimately prevails when the stakes are at their highest.