The Stratton (CO) varsity football team is set to host Caliche (Iliff, CO) in a playoff matchup today at 1 p.m. at Stratton. This game is part of the 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class A 6-Man tournament.

Caliche vs Stratton High School Football Game Info:

What: Colorado High School Football
Who: Caliche vs Stratton
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 1:00pm.
Bracket: 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class 2A
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Caliche vs Stratton

The stage is set for an electrifying playoff rematch as Stratton (10-1) hosts Caliche (10-1) in the 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class A 6-Man. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. at Stratton, where the two powerhouses will battle for a spot in the next round.

Season Overview and Rankings

Both teams boast impressive records, with Stratton ranked third in Colorado’s Class A 6-Man and Caliche sitting at eighth. Each team has a stellar .909 win percentage, excelling both in league play (Stratton 5-0, Caliche 6-0) and overall.

Stratton has been dominant this season, averaging 53.9 points per game and allowing just 19.3 points per game. Caliche, while slightly behind in scoring with 42.2 points per game, has shown resilience in close contests, highlighted by a solid defense allowing 24.7 points per game.

Key Players to Watch

• Caliche:
  • Zander Yost: The do-it-all player averages an astounding 240.3 total yards per game, including 198.8 rushing yards. Yost also leads the team in scoring with 23.2 points per game.
  • Clint Rockwell: Anchoring the defense, Rockwell averages 10.3 tackles per game.
• Stratton:
  • Stockton Fye: The offensive catalyst averages 129.6 rushing yards and 135.1 total yards per game, scoring 17.4 points per contest.
  • Von Isenbart: A key passing threat, Isenbart averages 87.6 passing yards per game, providing balance to Stratton’s offense.

Previous Meeting

These teams last met on September 13, with Stratton dominating Caliche 52-14. Stratton set the tone early, scoring 38 unanswered points in the first half before cruising to victory. Caliche managed two late touchdowns, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Stratton’s relentless attack.

Team Comparisons

• Offense: Stratton leads the scoring race, averaging 53.9 points per game to Caliche’s 42.2. Stratton’s balanced attack generates 328.7 total yards per game, outpacing Caliche’s 295.8 yards.
• Defense: Stratton’s defense has been more effective, allowing 19.3 points per game compared to Caliche’s 24.7.
• Special Teams and Tackling: Caliche’s Clint Rockwell leads in tackles with 10.3 per game, while Stratton relies on Brody Webb’s consistent defensive contributions (7.5 tackles per game).

Key to the Game

For Caliche, success hinges on slowing down Stratton’s high-powered offense and capitalizing on their ground game led by Yost. Meanwhile, Stratton must maintain their early-game dominance and force turnovers to limit Caliche’s scoring opportunities.

What’s at Stake

With both teams at 10-1, the winner moves one step closer to claiming the Class A 6-Man state title. Stratton aims to repeat their regular-season success, while Caliche seeks redemption and a signature playoff victory.

Expect a thrilling showdown between two elite programs vying for postseason glory.