The Central Plains varsity football team (Claflin, KS) will host Clifton-Clyde (Clyde, KS) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 22, at 6:00 PM. This matchup is part of the “2024 Kansas High School Football Playoff Brackets: (KSHSAA) – Class 8-Player DI” tournament.
What: Kansas High School Football
Who: Central Plains (KS) vs Clifton-Clyde (KS)
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Kansas High School Football Playoff Brackets: (KSHSAA) – Class 8-Player DI
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network
Clifton-Clyde vs. Central Plains: A Statistical Showdown for the Ages
As the high school football season progresses, Clifton-Clyde and Central Plains have emerged as two of Kansas’ top contenders in their class. Both teams boast impressive 9-2 records, showcasing their dominance throughout the season. A closer look at their statistics, rankings, and performance against common opponents paints a picture of two evenly matched squads.
Rankings & Records
Clifton-Clyde
- National Rank: 159
- Kansas Rank: 11
- Class Rank: 4
- Overall Record: 9-2
- District Record: 3-2
- Home Record: 5-1
- Away Record: 4-1
- Win Percentage: 81.8%
- Points For (PF): 443
- Points Against (PA): 188
Central Plains
- National Rank: 219
- Kansas Rank: 17
- Class Rank: 7
- Overall Record: 9-2
- District Record: 4-1
- Home Record: 5-1
- Away Record: 3-1
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: 81.8%
- Points For (PF): 478
- Points Against (PA): 292
Despite a similar win percentage, Central Plains edges Clifton-Clyde in district play with a 4-1 record compared to Clifton-Clyde’s 3-2. However, Clifton-Clyde maintains a tighter defensive margin, allowing just 188 points compared to Central Plains’ 292.
Team Scoring Averages
Scoring consistency has been a hallmark of both teams, but Central Plains has a slight edge in overall scoring:
- Clifton-Clyde: 40.3 points per game
- Central Plains: 43.5 points per game
Scoring Breakdown:
| Quarter | Clifton-Clyde | Central Plains |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 15.3 | 18.5 |
| Q2 | 15.3 | 18.5 |
| Q3 | 0.0 | 4.0 |
| Q4 | 2.7 | 11.5 |
Central Plains consistently outpaces Clifton-Clyde in all quarters except the third, where Clifton-Clyde struggles to put points on the board.
Performance Against Common Opponents
Both teams faced Sylvan-Lucas and Solomon this season, emerging victorious in all encounters.
- Clifton-Clyde
- vs. Sylvan-Lucas (Away): 32-6
- vs. Solomon (Home): 45-0
- Central Plains
- vs. Sylvan-Lucas (Home): 40-38
- vs. Solomon (Home): 52-6
Clifton-Clyde showcased defensive dominance against these shared opponents, particularly with a shutout against Solomon. Central Plains, while scoring more points overall, allowed significantly more against Sylvan-Lucas in a tight 40-38 game.
Record Breakdown
| Category | Clifton-Clyde | Central Plains |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 9-2 | 9-2 |
| League | 3-2 | 4-1 |
| Non-League | 3-0 | 2-1 |
| Head-to-Head | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Common Opponents | 2-0 | 2-0 |
| Home Record | 5-1 | 5-1 |
| Away Record | 4-1 | 3-1 |
| Neutral Record | 0-0 | 1-0 |
| Playoff Record | 3-0 | 3-0 |
While Clifton-Clyde excels in non-league play, Central Plains has been slightly stronger in district matchups and has proven capable on neutral fields.
Final Thoughts
The statistical comparison underscores how evenly matched these teams are, with each showcasing unique strengths. Clifton-Clyde’s defense is their calling card, allowing fewer points and dominating common opponents. Central Plains, meanwhile, thrives on offensive consistency and scoring bursts across all quarters.
If these teams meet on the field, expect a high-stakes battle where every play will count. Will Clifton-Clyde’s defense hold strong, or will Central Plains’ offensive firepower prevail? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: fans are in for a thrilling showdown.
