The Entiat (WA) varsity football team will play a neutral-site playoff game against Garfield-Palouse (Palouse, WA) on Friday, November 15, 2024.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Washington High School Football
Who: Entiat vs Garfield-Palouse
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: on Friday November 15, 2024
“2024 Football Washington State Championships – 1B State Football”
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
High School Football: A Look at the Garfield-Palouse and Entiat Teams’ 2024-2025 Season
As the 2024-2025 high school football season unfolds, Garfield-Palouse and Entiat are two teams that stand out for their contrasting performances and team dynamics. With unique strengths, individual leaders, and impressive records, these teams are making waves in their respective leagues. Let’s dive into their season statistics and key players to better understand their journeys.
Garfield-Palouse: Solid Performance with Key Players
Garfield-Palouse has had a 5-5 season overall, a record that reflects its ability to compete but also points to areas for improvement. Their district performance is notably strong, with a 4-1 district record, showcasing their ability to rise to the occasion when needed. However, their away games have been a challenge, with a 1-3 record that highlights some vulnerability outside of familiar territory.
Key Stats and Team Performance
- Scoring Average: Garfield-Palouse puts up an average of 47 points per game, with a particularly strong fourth quarter performance, scoring 14 points on average in the final frame. Their first quarter is also a strong suit, putting up 13.3 points per game.
- Total Yardage: The team excels in both rushing and passing, averaging 260 yards on the ground and 257.4 yards through the air each game. Their total offensive yards per game reach 517.4, indicating a balanced and potent offensive attack.
- Defense: Defensively, Garfield-Palouse averages 42.6 tackles per game and 2 sacks per game, showing a team that plays aggressively on both sides of the ball.
Standout Players
- Ethan Fogelstrom: A standout player for Garfield-Palouse, Fogelstrom leads the team with 124.8 rushing yards per game, while also excelling as the team’s quarterback, with 256.4 passing yards per game. His total yards per game come in at an impressive 381.2.
- Noah Fogelstrom: As a key receiver, Noah Fogelstrom contributes 115.4 receiving yards per game and adds 17.1 points per game, making him a critical part of the team’s offensive success.
- Arthuro Delgado: On the defensive side, Delgado leads the team with 11.7 tackles per game, setting the tone for the defense.
Despite some challenges in away games, Garfield-Palouse’s balance on offense and defense makes them a competitive team in their district.
Entiat: Undefeated and Unstoppable
In contrast, Entiat is having a perfect season, currently sitting at 9-0 overall with a perfect 5-0 record in their district. Their dominance is reflected not just in their unbeaten record but also in their impressive point production and high-level individual performances.
Key Stats and Team Performance
- Scoring Average: Entiat is scoring an average of 61.6 points per game, far surpassing Garfield-Palouse’s total. Their first quarter is particularly explosive, with 24.8 points per game, followed by 17 points in the second quarter. Although their scoring slows down in the second half, they maintain a strong lead with 13.3 points in the third quarter and 6 in the fourth.
- Offensive Dominance: With a mix of rushing and passing yards, Entiat dominates the field. Their total yards per game are impressive, with 517.4 yards across the ground and air game combined.
- Defense: While Entiat’s defense gives up fewer points, they are strong on the tackle side, averaging 42.6 tackles per game, similar to Garfield-Palouse.
Standout Players
- Ethan Fogelstrom: A standout player for Garfield-Palouse also figures heavily in Entiat’s statistics. However, key players for Entiat are notably missing from the statistics, as Fogelstron, a consistent contributor to their winning team
