The Camas (WA) varsity football team will host a playoff game against Curtis (University Place, WA) on Friday, November 15, at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Washington High School Football
Who: Camas (WA) vs Curtis (WA)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
“2024 Football Washington State Championships – 4A State Football”
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

Curtis vs. Camas: A Comprehensive Comparison for the 2024-2025 Football Season

As the 2024-2025 football season progresses, two teams in Washington are capturing attention for their contrasting performances and strategies: Curtis High School and Camas High School. With Curtis showing solid competition and Camas demonstrating dominance, let’s take a deeper look into their team stats, record breakdowns, and key players to understand what sets these teams apart.

Season Overview

• Curtis (24-25) Season Record: 6-4 overall, 2-3 in district play, with a 4-2 record at home and 2-2 on the road. This gives Curtis a winning percentage of .600 overall, and a district percentage of .400.
• Camas (24-25) Season Record: An impressive 10-0 overall, maintaining a perfect record both at home (5-0) and away (5-0). Camas has not lost a single game in district play (3-0), giving them a flawless district win percentage of 1.000.

Team Scoring Averages

• Curtis: Averaging 25.0 points per game, Curtis has shown a balanced approach to scoring. They post consistent numbers in each quarter (4.5 in Q1, 6.3 in Q2, 4.2 in Q3, and 3.8 in Q4).
• Camas: A high-scoring powerhouse, Camas averages 43.4 points per game. They boast a strong offensive presence, especially in the first three quarters of play, with 11.9 points in Q1, 11.6 in Q2, and a notable 14.4 points in Q3. However, they slightly slow down in the fourth quarter, averaging just 6.1 points.

Team Stat Comparison

When comparing team statistics, the difference in overall team performance becomes clear:

• Curtis:
  • Rushing Yards Per Game: 123.2 yards
  • Passing Yards Per Game: 272.3 yards
  • Total Yards Per Game: 395.5 yards
  • Tackles Per Game: 69.2
  • Sacks Per Game: 3.4
  • Points Per Game: 42.2
• Camas:
  • Rushing Yards Per Game: 20.3 yards
  • Passing Yards Per Game: 270.1 yards
  • Total Yards Per Game: 294.2 yards
  • Tackles Per Game: 10.1
  • Sacks Per Game: 1.0
  • Points Per Game: 43.4

Key Insights:

• Rushing Game: Curtis excels in rushing, averaging a notable 123.2 yards per game. In contrast, Camas focuses primarily on the passing game, with a significantly lower rushing average of 20.3 yards per game.
• Passing Game: Curtis leads in passing yards, with a considerable 272.3 yards per game, compared to Camas’ 270.1 yards.
• Defense: Curtis outperforms Camas in tackles per game, with 69.2 compared to Camas’ 10.1, reflecting a more aggressive defense. Curtis also registers more sacks per game (3.4 vs. Camas’ 1.0).
• Scoring: While both teams score heavily, Curtis has a slightly lower scoring average (42.2 points per game) compared to Camas’ 43.4 points.

Key Players to Watch

• Curtis:
  • Brody (Rushing Leader): Brody leads the team in rushing with 62.6 yards per game, contributing significantly to Curtis’ offensive success.
  • Jake Davidson (Passing & Total Yards Leader): A standout in both passing yards (270.1) and total yards (294.2), Davidson is the engine that powers Curtis’ offense.
  • Chase McGee (Receiving & Points Leader): With 103.8 receiving yards per game, McGee has been Curtis’ top weapon in the air, scoring 10.2 points per game.
  • Hayden Ollmann (Tackles Leader): Averaging 10.1 tackles per game, Ollmann plays a key role in Curtis’ strong defensive efforts.
  • Alex Hroza (Sacks Leader): Hroza contributes with 1.0 sack per game, helping to disrupt opposing offenses.
• Camas:
  • Passing Leader: Camas’ passing game is spearheaded by their top quarterback, who averages 270.1 yards per game.
  • Defensive Standouts: Camas also boasts several key defensive players, though they have fewer tackles and sacks per game compared to Curtis.

Record Breakdown

• Curtis:
  • 2-3 in district play, 4-1 in non-league games, and a strong 2-2 record at home.
  • Curtis has been solid in non-league matchups, but their performance in district games and home games has been mixed.
• Camas:
  • Perfect 3-0 district record and an impeccable 7-0 in-state record.
  • The team has not faced a loss in any matchup, whether in league, non-league, or out-of-state games.

Conclusion

The 2024-2025 season has been a tale of two very different teams. While Camas remains undefeated and dominant on both sides of the ball, Curtis has demonstrated a strong offense and a powerful defense, making them a formidable opponent despite some inconsistencies in district play. Camas’ ability to execute consistently in all phases of the game, especially their high-scoring offense and strong defense, makes them the team to beat. Curtis, however, will look to build on their strengths in passing and defense to challenge the unbeaten Camas team in any upcoming playoff matchups.

As the season progresses, both teams will be looking to make their mark, with Curtis aiming to sharpen its performances in district games and Camas looking to maintain their perfect season.