The Conway Springs (KS) varsity football team will face Centralia (KS) in a neutral playoff game today at 5:00 PM. This matchup is part of the “2024 Kansas High School Football Playoff Brackets (KSHSAA) – Class 1A” tournament.
What: Kansas High School Football
Who: Conway Springs (KS) vs Centralia (KS)
When: Saturday, November 30, 2024
Time: 5:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Kansas High School Football Playoff Brackets (KSHSAA) – Class 1A
Live stream: Watch here
Centralia vs. Conway Springs: A Comprehensive Matchup Breakdown
As the high school football season progresses, all eyes turn toward the highly anticipated matchup between Centralia and Conway Springs. With both teams showcasing impressive records and remarkable statistics, this game promises to be a clash of two formidable Kansas programs.
Rankings & Records
Centralia Panthers (Class 2)
- Overall Record: 11-1
- District Record: 7-0
- Home Record: 5-0
- Away Record: 4-1
- Neutral Record: 2-0
- Win Percentage: .917
- Points For (PF): 438
- Points Against (PA): 192
Conway Springs Cardinals (Class 1)
- Overall Record: 12-0
- District Record: 4-0
- Home Record: 8-0
- Away Record: 4-0
- Win Percentage: 1.000
- Points For (PF): 464
- Points Against (PA): 148
Scoring Averages by Quarter
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centralia | 8.0 | 15.7 | 5.0 | 2.0 | 36.5 |
| Conway Springs | 8.4 | 12.7 | 12.4 | 4.9 | 38.7 |
Conway Springs holds a slight edge in final scoring averages, emphasizing their consistent ability to execute across all quarters. Centralia, however, dominates in the second quarter, a critical time for building momentum.
Team Statistics Comparison
| Statistic | Centralia | Conway Springs |
| Rushing Yards Per Game | 333.1 | Unavailable |
| Passing Yards Per Game | 27.8 | Unavailable |
| Receiving Yards Per Game | 18.3 | Unavailable |
| Total Yards Per Game | 360.9 | Unavailable |
| Tackles Per Game | 56.6 | Unavailable |
| Sacks Per Game | 1.8 | Unavailable |
| Points Per Game | 32.9 | Unavailable |
Key Players
Centralia
- Rushing Yards Per Game: Isaac Winter (#7) – 155.3 YPG
- Passing Yards Per Game: Logan Osner (#10) – 23.1 YPG
- Receiving Yards Per Game: Grant Fisher (#2) – 12.8 YPG
- Total Yards Per Game: Isaac Winter (#7) – 156.1 YPG
- Tackles Per Game: Cade Howell (#24) – 7.7 TPG
- Sacks Per Game: Caleb Newell (#51) – 0.5 SPG
- Points Per Game: Isaac Winter (#7) – 12.5 PPG
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced Valley Heights during the season, with victories to their credit:
- Centralia: Defeated Valley Heights 20-14 on September 6, 2024.
- Conway Springs: Overwhelmed Valley Heights 55-22 on November 22, 2024.
Record Breakdown
| Category | Centralia | Conway Springs |
| Overall Record | 11-1 | 12-0 |
| League Record | 7-0 | 4-0 |
| Non-League Record | 0-1 | 4-0 |
| Playoff Record | 4-0 | 4-0 |
| Home Record | 5-0 | 8-0 |
| Away Record | 4-1 | 4-0 |
| Neutral Record | 2-0 | 0-0 |
Analysis
The matchup between Centralia and Conway Springs will likely come down to which team can impose their game plan and maintain consistency. Centralia’s reliance on Isaac Winter for both rushing and scoring will be critical against Conway Springs’ balanced scoring and defensive prowess.
Conway Springs, undefeated this season, has shown a remarkable ability to control games on both sides of the ball. Their dominance over common opponent Valley Heights highlights their offensive firepower and defensive resilience.
Prediction
This clash of two highly successful programs will be a test of strength, strategy, and execution. Expect a close, hard-fought battle with the potential for game-defining plays late in the contest.
