The Clymer Central/Sherman/Panama (Clymer, NY) varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against Burke Catholic (Goshen, NY) on Friday, December 6, at 3:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: New York High School Football
Who: Burke Catholic vs Clymer Central/Sherman/Panama
When: Friday, December 6, 2024
Time: 3:00 PM ET
Bracket: 2024 NYSPHSAA Football Championships – Class D
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Game Preview: Burke Catholic vs. Clymer Central/Sherman/Panama
The Burke Catholic Eagles (12-1) will be facing the Clymer Central/Sherman/Panama (12-2) in an exciting match. Both teams have had excellent seasons, and this game is shaping up to be a high-stakes matchup between two strong programs.
Season Recap: Burke Catholic Eagles
- Record: 12-1
- League Record: 5-0
- Points For/Against: 387 PF, 137 PA
- Scoring Average: 29.8 points per game
Burke Catholic has had a dominant season with a remarkable 12-1 record. Their defense has been particularly effective, allowing just 137 points over 13 games. They rely on a strong rushing attack and balanced offense to control the game. Burke Catholic’s scoring is spread across multiple quarters, with a notable increase in the second quarter. However, their offense tends to slow down in the second half, making for a tightly contested finish in most games.
Season Recap: Clymer Central/Sherman/Panama
- Record: 12-2
- League Record: 5-0
- Points For/Against: 529 PF, 181 PA
- Scoring Average: 37.8 points per game
Clymer Central/Sherman/Panama enters the game with a slightly better scoring average of 37.8 points per game. They have been a potent offensive force, with a high-powered attack that mixes rushing and passing effectively. Their defense has also been solid, giving up just 181 points on the season. The team has excelled in the second quarter, averaging nearly 12 points per game during that period.
Key Matchups
- Burke Catholic’s Defense vs. Clymer Central/Sherman/Panama’s High-Scoring Offense:
The Clymer Central/Sherman/Panama offense has averaged 37.8 points per game, which will be a tough challenge for Burke Catholic’s defense, which has only allowed 137 points all season. Burke Catholic’s defense will need to step up and contain Clymer’s rushing and passing attacks. - Rushing Game:
Both teams rely on strong rushing games, but Burke Catholic leads in rushing yards per game (192.5) compared to Clymer’s 139.6. Burke Catholic’s Justin Mazzie has been a standout with 101.2 rushing yards per game. Clymer’s Tate Catanese is also a key rusher, though his rushing yards per game are lower. Expect this to be a battle for control of the ground game. - Passing Game:
Both teams have effective passing games, with Burke Catholic’s Tim Brogan (92.4 passing yards per game) facing off against Clymer’s Tate Catanese (157.5 passing yards per game). Clymer’s passing attack has been more efficient, so Burke’s defense will need to focus on containing the passing game as well as the run.
Team Scoring Trends
- Burke Catholic tends to score consistently in the first half, with 2.8 points in the first quarter and 10.2 in the second. However, their offense tends to slow down in the second half, especially in the third quarter (3.4 points per game).
- Clymer Central/Sherman/Panama has a potent first-half offense, scoring 9.6 points in the first quarter and 11.8 points in the second quarter. They maintain strong scoring in the third quarter as well, with 7.7 points per game.
Common Opponents:
Both teams have played several common opponents, but neither has faced each other yet. Their league and non-league matchups have provided them with the opportunity to build momentum, though neither has faced a team exactly like their upcoming opponent.
Prediction:
Clymer Central/Sherman/Panama’s high-powered offense might just give them the edge in this game, as they have been able to put up impressive numbers against tough opponents. However, Burke Catholic’s strong defense and balanced attack could keep them competitive throughout.
